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2024-10-29 19:42:56Laurel was pensive in her room, still confused about what Clarissa said earlier. The woman said that Aaron always imagined her when making love, always said her name.
How could it be? Laurel didn't know Aaron before, did she? Was the Laurel that Aaron imagined was another Laurel?
Laurel's heart felt like it was being squeezed. Could it be? Could it be that an impulsive marriage and all this hastily done because Aaron wanted a surrogate for the Laurel he loved? After all, with Laurel, Aaron does not have to bother as much as with Clarissa, because she has the same name. Therefore, Aaron did not need to explain anything and Laurel would not even know she was being used as a substitute.
Laurel looked up as Aaron entered the room. He frowned when he saw Laurel sitting dreamily on the bed.
“Dear, are you ok? I was waiting for you downstairs for lunch, but you didn't come down.”
Laurel's answer was only a heavy sigh, confused whether she should ask
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“So she fell down the stairs and sprained it, and then you didn't throw her out and instead took care of her?” Aamber almost screamed on the other end, causing Aaron slightly push his phone away. “Yes, she agreed to go and was about to pack up, when the accident happened.” “Sounds like intentional to me!” Aamber's tone was reproachful. “Are you sure she really went through that? Maybe she's just acting hurt.” “Her leg was really swollen and my doctor looked at her, so she really did have a sprain.” Aaron sighed. “Though I can't guess whether she dropped herself on purpose or not.” “Given Clarissa's nature, she might as well do.” Aamber looked worried. “Then what about you and Laurel?” Aaron smiled reminiscing when Laurel's name was mentioned. Laurel, his Laurel. The woman said she loved him so tenderly. Laurel loves him, for the sake of the angels! It felt like all his weight was lifted and his body became light. This is how it
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They landed at the airport and were immediately picked up by Aaron's personal driver. It was midnight when they arrived at his house. The house is still the same, as beautiful as Laurel's memory used to when she first came here at the party, the party that resulted in an incident that led her and Aaron finally unite into marriage.Maybe now Laurel would be grateful for the incident, because now she found happiness with her husband. She suddenly remembered something and looked at Aaron seriously.“That night, the night after our wedding, was our first night. I know because it hurts.”Aaron smiled gently. “I also know because I have to break through a strong barrier before I can enter you.”Laurel's cheeks reddened at his casually vulgar words. “If that night is our first night, it means that at that time we didn't do anything here.”Aaron shrugged. “I don't remember, but maybe we just got drunk and fell asle
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“Guests for you, Mr White.”Mrs Joy still calls him Mr White. No problem for him, Aaron smiled, turns out the name was not a problem for Laurel.“I heard you came back from your honeymoon, so I brought Sean here.” Mike stepped inside, as usual, without permission, and sat down on the large sofa in the room.A slender man, dressed in all black, followed in. His gaze scanned the entire room intently, until he met Aaron’s.Sean Bramasta, Aaron thought. This is their second meeting after a brief meeting at a party that time. He chose to come alone to Sean's party that time, and made Mike busy booing Aaaron. Mike briefly introduced him to Sean, but they could not talk more, because Aaron had left in a hurry for other business.“Sean just got back from his honeymoon too,” Mike mumbled as Aaron and Sean just stared at each other stiffly, watching each other.“Honeymoon? Aren't you married a l
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“Alin’s baby is so cute and beautiful,” Laurel said as she prepared bath water in the big bathtub in their bathroom for Aaron who had just come home from work.“Oh yeah? You didn't forget to say hello from me to her, right?”Aaron took off his tie and slung his coat over the chair, then stepped into the large bathroom and leaned against the door. Laurel was checking the temperature of the water in the bathtub then took the white towels and folded them and placed them on the towel rack near the bath.“I already told her that. Alin congratulates us on our marriage.” Laurel stood up and looked at Aaron. “I was thinking of visiting Aunt Sarah. Yesterday we only had time to announce our marriage by telephone. She's already like my own mother, so it would be rude if we didn't see her soon.”“I'll drive you to the dorms this weekend to meet Aunt Sarah.” Aaron smiled, admiring his wife's beauty in
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Brian watched Aaron's house from a distance. He knew that every day Aaron went to work and Laurel was at home with the servants. He could not just walk into Aaron's house. The servants might have been Aaron's spies and immediately reported that Brian had come there. Aaron could just go straight home and thwart all his plans. Brian had to act carefully. He had to lead Laurel out of the house and meet her, where they would not be disturbed, where she could freely reveal all of Aaron's rotten secrets. After that, Laurel would definitely hate Aaron a lot. Brian smiled, relishing his moment of victory that was coming soon. _______________ “I'm going out for a bit to get some cake.” Laurel said goodbye to the maid at her house. She was going to buy a cake to take to the dorm where Aunt Sarah was the next day. Her private chauffeur was waiting and Laurel got into the car, headed for an elegant bakery cafe in the city center. There was a very
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Brian's words made Laurel gasp in surprise, her face turning pale. "What the hell are you saying?" "I'm not talking nonsense, Laurel, I have proof." Brian pulled the files out of his bag. “You must have some questions, why did you get into Aaron's company so easily, why did he marry you so easily. It's all for a reason: he is the same person whose car crashed into your father's car and killed him ten years ago.” "What?" Laurel had actually been able to digest all of Brian's words. Her mind had concluded from what the man had said. Nevertheless, her heart screamed, refusing to believe it just like that. “You remember the person who bumped into your father was also named Aaron, a son of a rich businessman who got away with it simply because they had a lot of money, right?” Brian bombarded Laurel with all the information. “The Aaron you married is the same Aaron, the rich kid who got drunk and was speeding, then ran a red light and hit your innocent fath
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Aaron drove his way home, determined. He carried a bunch of roses and a box of expensive chocolates wrapped in golden paper and with a red ribbon. Tonight he would confess to Laurel. He would confess, and then leave all decisions in Laurel's hands. He would explain it as clearly as possible so that she would not misunderstand and come to the wrong conclusion. He will make sure that everything he does stems from guilt, which then develops into love. In the end, she would appreciate his honesty, Aaron was sure of it. Aaron clings to that belief. To be honest, he was scared to death, could not bear to face Laurel's hatred, the hatred that crushed him, just like ten years ago, which made his heart shattered. As his car was parked in the garage, he looked up at the house and his heart skipped a beat. Tonight is the night of determination. He grabbed the box of chocolates and flowers and walked into the house. The house is quiet and dark. Aaron frow
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Aaron trotted out of Laurel's room, trying to deaf ear to the pounding on the door and her screams. He walked into his study, sat there with all the emotions running through his head. Laurel's hurtful words rang in his ears. The statement that she hated him, hated him so much. Just like ten years ago, Laurel would always hate him in the end. In frustration, Aaron hit the wall of his study with all his might, hurting his knuckles, but he did not care. The man then fell to the ground and cried. This was the second time that Aaron Silverwhite had cried... and the cause was the same: Laurel. ____________________ Aaron did not really want to leave the house. He had told Aamber to take his place that day, because he wanted to look after Laurel. He could not keep his wife locked up forever. They have to talk no matter what… later, after her emotions subside. However, that morning he found the files in the folder on his living room table. The
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When Aamber visited the next day, she saw the gleam of happiness on Laurel and Aaron's faces, and she was grateful in her heart. These two people were truly happy.Laurel was taking the cake out of the oven and placing it on the kitchen counter to cool it before slicing. The smell of strawberry and coconut cake filled the room. She got the recipe for the cake from Chris when they were on the island and only had time to practice it now.“Looks like you made it. I've tried Chris's recipe and it's a mess, the inside is still raw.” Aamber looked deliciously at the cake and inhale its aroma. “Hm, and it smells really good.”Laurel laughed seeing Aamber who looked like she wanted to taste the cake. “Let it cool first, otherwise your tongue will burn.”“I'll take the risk.” Amber didn't care. She sliced the cake and pushed it onto the plate, then carried the plate while blowing on it.Aaron was holding his daughter wh
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They stood side by side in front of the graves of Laurel's parents. Aaron hugged her tightly in the serene silence. After that, without a word, Aaron placed the flower arrangements on her parents' graves.“What did you say to them?” Laurel looked at her husband tenderly as they walked home through the cemetery.Today Aurel turns two months old. Every month they visit the graves of Laurel's parents and lay flowers, praying for them.Aaron smiled and kissed her forehead gently. “Same words, that I apologize and promise to take good care of their daughter.”Laurel hugged him tightly. “You have done that promise very well.”“And I will continue to do so tirelessly,” he replied softly.They walked to their car and continued on their way home in silence. The atmosphere is too serene and beautiful to be broken by conversation.Arriving at home, Laurel went straight to the nursery. She looked at her daughter.
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Aaron walked through the burial grounds, which he was very familiar with it. Earlier in the parking lot, he saw Aamber's car there. Therefore, his sister and Laurel really were here.He came here often, laid flowers on Laurel’s parents grave, and then spent hours there apologizing, begging them for forgiveness.His steps stopped when he saw two very familiar figures in the distance. That's Laurel and Aamber. Aaron quickened his pace only to find Aamber screaming in panic while trying to guide Laurel who was limping.“What’s happened?” Aaron asked quickly. Even so, when he saw Laurel's state, he immediately knew what had happened, even before Aamber explained it.“The amniotic fluid is ruptured!” Aamber screamed in panic. “We have to get her to the hospital right away, Aaron!”Aaron was pounding. Laurel was due to give birth soon and they were still here, in the middle of the vast cemetery, which to be had walke
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“Don't lift that thing!” Aaron grabbed the small fruit basket that Laurel was carrying deftly. “For God's sake, Laurel, sit down! No need to help anything. Let Aamber and the servants take care of everything.”Standing there and on his hips, Aaron really looked like an arrogant boss who liked to order people, making Laurel's lips pout.“Aaron, I can carry myself! I'm sore because you told me to sit all day.”“You're heavily pregnant and your tiny body is tired of carrying your huge belly!” Aaron looked threateningly. “Sit down, Laurel, or I won't want to massage your feet anymore.”Of course, it's a lie. Aaron never forgot to massage Laurel's feet every night with a gentle essential oil, helping her get rid of her aches from having to carry around her growing womb. He also did not forget to help apply olive oil to his wife's stomach which was getting bigger.Today they are preparing the nu
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Aamber came at noon to celebrate Laurel's return. She brought a giant teddy bear and flowers into the house.“I'm sorry I didn't see you at the hospital. I have a phobia of hospitals. Mom sends greetings to you; she had to fly back to Spain. Our aunt's condition is deteriorating and Mom wants to be there to take care of her.” Aamber looked at Laurel's stomach carefully. “Are you and my future nephew okay?”Laurel smiled. Aamber is very straightforward and funny. Laurel could probably be good friends with her. “He is fine.” She rubbed her belly affectionately. “Thank you for the flowers and doll.”“At first I was confused about what to buy. However, without realizing it, I was carrying this big teddy bear out of the shop.” Amber laughed. “By the way, where is Brother?”Laurel glanced at the second floor. “Aaron is taking a shower.”“Oh.” Aamber smiled gen
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Laurel was stunned. She turned her head and stared at Aaron in silence. The man was looking down, not looking at her. His gaze lost in his own thoughts. “Do you know how I felt at that time?” Aaron smiled bitterly. “I came with all my arrogance and confidence, feeling powerful and having everything, feeling I could buy someone an apology, but I was wrong. You made me realize that time. When you said that I was a lowly human with no self-respect, hiding behind my father's power, you were absolutely right.” Aaron sighed. “I came home fully aware, like I was slapped to wake.” The man finally looked at Laurel with a look full of pain. “But I'm trying, Laurel, I'm trying so I can stand before you, with dignity. I tried my best. I founded my company as my proof to you. The company did not accept my father's interference at all. I started from scratch. And, yes, I did lie to you. I watched you from the start. Don't get me wrong, Laurel, I have absolutely no ill inte
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That morning, as usual, Laurel helped bathe Alin's baby. It had been one week since she had stayed at Alin's house. Her best friend forbade her to leave first and she accepted the offer, considering her condition was not getting better. She always felt nauseous and wanted to throw up all the time. Her head sometimes felt dizzy and her condition had not even improved during the week she lived with Alin. The baby had been bathed and Alin gave him breast milk, while Laurel rearranged the baby's toiletries. As she bent down to put the towel into the laundry basket, a sudden pain shot through her lower abdomen. The excruciating pain made her groan as she clung to the towel rack beside her. “Laurel?” “It really hurts!” Laurel held her stomach that felt like it was being squeezed. The pain is excruciating. Alin placed her full and sleeping baby in the cradle, and then stepped closer to Laurel. “Come on, Laurel, maybe you're too tense and tired. Lie d
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The news made Aaron's heart skip a beat. Laurel is pregnant; Laurel is pregnant with his child. They will have a baby together. Aaron immediately drove his car, half-speeding towards Laurel's dorm. He couldn't wait to meet her, make sure his wife and baby-to-be were all right. Whatever happens, he will keep this marriage. The baby further strengthens his reason for fighting to get Laurel back. He hopes that Laurel will at least give him a chance. He parked his car in front of the hostel carefully. Several students passing by on the street turned to look at him, some of them couldn't even take their eyes off him. The hostel is indeed close to the famous campus in this city; so many students pass by with various matters. Aaron is indeed worth seeing twice. His handsomeness is very exotic and flashy, so it attracts people's attention. Today he wore casual jeans and a matching shirt and wore a knitted vest that beautifully wrapped his body. His broad ches
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“You have to eat Laurel.” Aunt Sarah placed a plate of still hot food in front of Laurel. “Let's give it a try even if it's just a few bites.” Laurel glanced at the food on the plate. The food was delicious and, if she weren’t feeling dizzy, the sweet smell would surely make her salivate. However, at that time Laurel felt dizzy and did not want to eat. Nevertheless, she saw Aunt Sarah looking at her expectantly. The woman who is like her mother must have gone to the trouble of cooking this meal for her. Laurel did not want to disappoint her. Just to please Aunt Sarah, she ended up taking the plate and taking a bite of her food. Her stomach, which had not been filled all day, greeted her with an overwhelming feeling of nausea. However, Laurel held it back. She continued to eat the food for up to three bites, and then gave up, staring at Aunt Sarah with an apologetic look. “I am so sorry, Auntie.” Aunt Sarah smiled and nodded understandingly. “I
