"Mariz Vikander, you are under arrest for kidnapping. Surrender yourself now!" shouted the police officer who was leading the operation.Gideon pulled out his gun and tightened his grip as he pointed it at his crazy ex-wife's men.He quickly shot the heads of her men without blinking."Bud, f*cking Mariz is escaping," he heard from the earpiece in his ear. He didn't mind the heavy rain or the danger of the steep cliff they were on."Where are they? Damn it!" He cursed loudly and threw his empty .45 caliber gun.He threw a punch at the man who blocked him and kicked him in the gut. He then hit his elbow hard on the man's neck before kneeing him in the chest. He stole the bastard's gun and kicked his head to the ground.He quickly inspected the bullets in the rifle he was holding. There were enough bullets to take down any of Mariz's men who would try to stop him from chasing his goddamn crazy ex-wife and his wife.He didn't mind the bullet that grazed his arm. He ran faster while killi
"Daddy, you’re crying again."Gideon blinked his eyes when he heard his daughter's voice. The little girl stood in front of him with sadness in her eyes. She lifted her hand and innocently wiped the tears from his cheek."Why are you still awake?" He picked her up and sat her on his lap.His little princess turned four last month. She cried when he asked her if she wanted to celebrate her birthday, and the little girl declined to celebrate because her mommy wasn't with them.That's why they ended up watching cartoons in the entertainment room while eating ice cream. He let her eat whatever she wanted that day, and even though his daughter was smiling, he knew she was sad because Lyzza wasn't there."Uncle Cai put me to bed already, but I heard your voice earlier. I want to see you."He smiled and kissed his daughter's forehead."Daddy was busy at work."He had just come home from Vesarius Airlines. He returned to the company last month. He wouldn't have come back if his father hadn't
"What? Why Manila? It's so far," exclaimed Eder in the small living room of their home after they finished eating."Well, Mom, that's where the competition will be held. It's the national competition in press conferences," Senen answered while scratching her head. It seemed like she already guessed that her mother wouldn't allow her to go."It's too far, Senen. Can't the university send someone else? You only visit home occasionally because you're staying in a dorm at the university, and now you're going to Manila.""It's an opportunity, Mom. And I won the regional competition." Senen was referring to the competition that happened last month. The school paper of the university, where Senen was the editor-in-chief, won. "Plus, it's only for a week. My professor said it wouldn't affect my grades.""It's just too far, dear. What if something bad happens to you there?""I won't be alone, Mom. Sir Jonas, our school paper adviser, will be with me. And I know that President Caparangga will a
She didn't know how long she cried while hugging both of her knees. She just sat on her bed and let her tears fall down her cheeks. She let her sobs come out of her chest. She didn’t hear any complaints from Nida, either.The woman was just looking at her when Lyzza looked her way. Nida didn’t say a single word or scoff at her because of her crying. Nida was just staring at her while sitting on the other bed.She wiped the tears from her cheeks as she calmed down a bit."Do you want water?" the woman's voice asked her softly.Lyzza shook her head and stood up. "I-I can get one on my own."Nida quickly stood up and gently pushed her back to bed. Before she could even ask what she was doing, Nida turned on the light in the room and quickly left. Less than a minute later, the woman returned with a glass of water and gave it to her.She took it and thanked her. A few minutes later, she calmed down completely after drinking water. Lyzza went to bed again but was not able to get some sleep
"Vesarius Airlines," Lyzza said while staring at the man in the newspaper.The man had a rough demeanor, with no smile on his lips and his gaze conveying that he was not to be taken lightly. He looked like a powerful man who could get whatever he wanted through his rudeness. Despite the negative impressions that formed in her mind, she couldn't deny the man's charismatic presence.His hair was in a man bun, his nose was straight, his lips were thin and reddish, his eyebrows were thick, and his brown eyes seemed to hypnotize her, making her gaze fix on them."Gideon Vesarius," she murmured again. She couldn't help the rapid beating of her heart. The name had a different impact on her, as if her mouth was used to saying it.She rummaged through her bag and searched for spare change from the money she paid for the tricycle ride. She fixed herself before leaving her rented room."Oh, Lyzza. Where are you going?" the landlady asked her on the stairs."I'm going out, to the computer shop."
"I'm not lying, Vesarius. I saw your wife at the entrance."Irritation filled Nexus' voice as he repeated his statement for the third time. Gideon grabbed Nexus' collar."I'll kick your ass if you're messing with me, Almeradez.""And I'll kick your ass if I can prove to you that I saw her."He released Nexus' collar and took big steps as he left his office. Cleo stood up when he saw him because Carlos Vesarius, Gideon’s father, instructed him not to leave the office until he finished reading and signing the pile of files on his desk.He went straight to the security room. His staff were surprised when he suddenly entered."Sir—""I need the footage at the entrance," Gideon said.He didn't know if his voice was trembling because of his nervousness or because of his excitement. All he could think of was whether Nexus' statement was true or not.Nix was not the type of person who would joke around, especially in situations like this. As Alejandro said, Nexus was at his level of seriousne
Lyzza shook out her pants after ironing them. She finally managed to get a job. Earlier, on her way home from Vesarius Airlines.She could remember how she had run away from a man who got out of his car after noticing the way he looked at her. He looked wealthy, but she didn't like the way he scrutinized her. She didn't know if he was a bad person or a kidnapper, but there was something about him that made her feel slightly scared.Fortunately, the man didn't follow her, and she quickly got on a jeep. She ate at a popular fast-food chain and walked around. Luckily, she passed by a bar looking for a waiter. They only offered her a part-time job, but that was enough to add to the pocket money Eder had given her.Wearing black jeans and a plain white t-shirt, she waited for a jeep on the highway. It was only seven o'clock in the evening, so there were still plenty of cars and people around. Fortunately, Senen visited her this afternoon, and she was able to call Nida and Eder."Lyzza, you
"Don’t play with me, Strawberry," the man who saved her said in a hoarse voice, his eyes pleading as he looked at her."My name is not Strawberry. It’s Lyzza. Lyzza is my name. And why are you cornering me?" She pushed him using her remaining strength, but he seemed like a wall that wouldn't budge."Yes, Lyzza is your name," he replied, sounding like he was losing his mind. "Stop playing, or I will punish you."She wrinkled her nose, annoyed with the man. "I'm not doing anything to you. Just because you saved me doesn't mean you can say whatever you want to me. You're so arrogant!"His eyebrow furrowed even more, his gaze becoming more intense. He stood taller, and she found his stare intimidating. She didn't let her heart race any faster because of his piercing gaze. It was as if he were scrutinizing her, reading her mind, and peering into her soul."Damn it," he cursed under his breath and grabbed her by the waist.She was startled by his actions, and before she could even react, he
EXTRA CHAPTER 3The large front door of the mansion opened, and a familiar man with gray eyes came out."Man." Gideon nodded at him.The two hugged man-to-man before he waved three key cards like those seen in hotels."The house is ready. I already installed a security system throughout the mansion. The roof and walls are bulletproofed just like you like." He then looked at her and Summer too. "Welcome to Northsire Town.""Thanks, Cale. I owe you, man.""Daddy, I won. I won." A young boy ran out of the mansion carrying a tablet.Summer let go of her father's leg and raised an eyebrow when she saw Giovanni. The young boy was also surprised to see Summer, but he quickly rolled his eyes at her little girl.Summer's eyes shone with determination. Giovanni ignored her, and looked back at his father. "Daddy, I won the sniper duty. See, Daddy? I'm better than you."Lyzza laughed softly when she noticed Summer shamelessly peeking at Van's tablet. Her little girl looked like she wanted to gr
EXTRA CHAPTER 2"Do you know her? She's a senior flight attendant," she chattered as they got into the car."Yeah."She crossed her arms and scowled at him. "She's pretty."Lyzza didn't hear any response from her husband, and instead he started the car engine."So, she's pretty, right?"Gideon glanced at her and raised both eyebrows, annoying her.Unable to resist, she smacked him hard on the arm, but he didn't even flinch."Strawberry." His voice had a threatening tone, but it was still affectionate.Damn! He was teasing her and still being sweet! How could that be possible?"You're annoying! She's your mistress, right?" She accused him and pointed at him.He looked at her while slowing down the car until it came to a complete stop before they even left the Vesarius Airlines compound.She let out a scream when Gideon suddenly grabbed her waist and kissed her passionately."Hmp..." She tried to push him away.His kiss was intense, and she was getting excited again."Ouch!" she complai
EXTRA CHAPTER 1Lyzza ran towards Vesarius Airlines because she was already late for her first flight that morning. Emer and his companion, a guy named Paul with no eyebrows, were running after her."Ma'am, please don't run," Emer said like a worried father because of her stubbornness.Well, she couldn’t deny that she was really stubborn most of the time."I’m good. Stay there. Bye!" Lyzza shouted and managed to wave at them while pulling her suitcase. "Tell Gideon I’ll kick her ass when I get back."She chuckled as she left the two bodyguards outside, scratching their heads because they couldn't enter the boarding gate anymore. Ever since she remarried Gideon, she felt like a queen with bodyguards wherever she went.If it wasn't Emer and Paul guarding her, her husband was always trailing her like she was going to run away. Where could she go that he didn't know about? Gideon was really paranoid, even though he knew for himself that she was madly in love with him."Mrs. Vesarius!" Qui
EPILOGUEWatching his wife laugh with her friends, Gideon couldn’t help but smile at the scene in front of him. The way Lyzza laughed and teased her friends made his heart go into a summersault."Man, are you even listening?" Alejandro irritably asked him.He turned to look at him and just raised the corner of his lips upon seeing the annoyance on his face."What?""Fuck you!" Alejandro raised his middle finger. "I've been talking here for a while now."Riguel and Spiel, who were beside him, laughed. Annoyed, Alejandro stood up, took off his suit jacket, and threw it at him. Gideon quickly dodged it and threw it back at the asshole. He was annoyed as Alejandro locked his neck in his arm, like when they were still in military school. Riguel and Spiel chuckled as Gideon tried to remove Alejandro’s hand from his neck."Riguel, bud. Hold this bastard's hand. I'll kick his ass. This is my chance."And because Riguel was also a king of mischief, he stood up and followed what Alejandro said.
"Do you not have anything to say?" Gideon asked her as she only continued to stare at him, her eyes widening.She blinked slowly and closed her mouth. She pressed her palms against his chest to raise herself slightly."W-What did you say?" She couldn't believe it. The strong thumping of her heart was like a drum that deafened her.Gideon's face turned red, and despite her confused feelings, she couldn't help but chuckle."Are you blushing?"Her teasing remark made him blush even more, causing his ears and neck to turn red. He looked away from her, but his hand tightened around her waist."You're blushing," he said, trying to ease the tension with her laughter. She held his ears.Gideon almost jumped in surprise, which made her laugh even louder."Strawberry," he warned her.However, his authoritative tone did not deter her. She gasped as he tightened his grip on her waist, and in a blink of an eye, their positions changed. His large body pressed against hers while his hands captured h
Lyzza scratched Gideon's back when she reached her climax countless times that night. She was already exhausted, but Gideon continuously moved and thrust inside of her. Her lips would part every time he went deeper inside her, giving her a pleasure only her husband could provide.The delicious feeling of him inside her made her crazy. It was giving her an incredible sensation that felt like sending her to paradise—and only Gideon had the ability to make her feel that way. He was the only one."F*ck, f*cking delicious," Gideon cursed hoarsely as he moved above her. He thrust faster that she could feel her nails digging into his skin. She felt a familiar sensation in her abdomen and moaned his name as he hit her G-spot."Oh…Gideon," she moaned loudly, and she couldn’t recognize her voice.He hit her g-spot, which made her roll her eyes with so much pleasure. She bit her lower lip firmly when he went deeper inside of her again."You like that? Do you like it? F*ck, I love this so much,"
Lyzza peeked through the window when she heard a commotion downstairs. Someone was shouting at the gate, and the bodyguards were alerted. There was no one in the mansion but her and the servants.Her mother and Caius arrived at the penthouse a few days ago, and their eyes showed a mix of surprise and happiness upon seeing her again. Like Summer, her mother cried and hugged her tightly. She sobbed and kissed her face like a child. Caius, on the other hand, quietly cried when Lyzza hugged him.Afterwards, they went back to Vesarius Mansion. Mommy Gerona nearly fainted when she saw her again, and Carollete almost choked her when her sister-in-law hugged her tightly."Gideon Vesarius, come out! You killed my daughter," the man outside angrily shouted and tried to push through the bodyguards."Ester, who is outside?" she asked the passing butler.Ester approached her and took a peek. "Is that Mariz's father? Yes, that's him.""Mariz's father?" She was taken aback and stared at the man outs
"The report is with me, bud," Alejandro said as he opened the door. "The old woman and the neighbors confirmed that your wife was found by the seaside. She was asleep for a few months in the small hospital on the island. The old woman named Erlinda is a simple high school teacher, it’s understandable that she doesn’t have enough money to put your wife in the big and better hospital."Gideon took the folder that Alejandro handed him and read Lyzza's records in the small infirmary on the island. His suspicions were confirmed. She ended up on that island after falling off a cliff."She's here in Manila with the old woman's son. The name is Senen, and he is one of the representatives of the academic contest... something, I don’t know.""A man?" he asked bitterly. Of all the things Alejandro said, Lyzza's companion's name was the only thing that caught his attention."Yes, he’s currently staying at the hotel. Stop your sh*t ass from being jealous.""I'm not," he countered.Alejandro chuckl
After her CT scan, the doctor immediately read her test result. It was clear, and there were no problems found in her head. As the previous doctor who examined her on the island said, the blow to her head was the reason why she couldn't remember anything. Her memories will come back, and it will help if she's with the people who are a part of her life.Summer didn't leave her side, even when they were eating at an expensive restaurant in the city. The little girl sat on her lap and hugged her tightly. Lyzza, on the other hand, couldn’t help but kiss Summer’s hair, and if Gideon wasn't looking, she might have cried too.She missed Summer so much and wanted to shower her with kisses. But the man who wouldn't stop staring at her might notice.Lyzza thought it was fine; she'll just kiss her baby when Gideon is not around."Mommy, I love you. I miss you so much," Summer said in a sweet voice, kissing her on the cheek.She tried to hold back a big smile and returned the affection subtly. Sh