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“Sorry, this is all I could make. I don’t cook much, so I don’t have many ingredients at home. Next time, I’ll make sure to stock up on more so I can cook you a proper meal. Actually, I’m also good at cooking Western dishes or even sashimi,” she said nervously, avoiding direct eye contact with him.She waited for him to respond, but he said nothing. Instead, he started eating silently. He finished the meal in a matter of seconds, even picking up the bowl and drinking half of the soup. Emerald’s mouth hung open in surprise.“Your cooking skills are good. I like it…” he said, wiping the remaining soup from the corner of his lips.Before she could figure out if he was being sincere, he suddenly pulled her close, wrapping his arms around her waist.“Alaric, wait…”“Don’t move,” he ordered gently. His hands traveled down to her hand that had been scalded.Alaric took out a stick of scalding medicine and gently applied it to her blisters.“Ouch…” Emerald whimpered softly as she felt the sti
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Embarrassment washed over her as she stared at them. She’d never realized there were so many options until now.“I just grabbed whatever was there. Didn’t really look at what they said,” Alaric’s sudden voice beside her explained awkwardly, causing her to glance up. Emerald saw the tips of his ears had turned a deep shade of red.She nodded slowly, unable to form any words. They were just small boxes, but holding them felt like they were burning her hands.Alaric turned back and began putting away the fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator, filling up the empty shelves instantly. Emerald watched his tall frame, her emotions swirling in a confusing mix of frustration and yearning.She never wanted to get this close to any man before. Even Ethan, whom she’d dated for three years, had never gotten past holding her hand.But now, here she was—inviting Alaric into her home.“What are you thinking about?” Alaric turned around and caught her looking at him with a complicated expression.E
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Alaric took a step forward, sliding one foot between her legs, and gently pushed Emerald’s body down onto the bed. Her long hair cascaded over the bedspread, and one of her straps slipped loosely off her shoulder. Her slightly parted, rosy lips and the way she looked at him with half-lidded eyes sent a wave of heat through him.Alaric couldn’t help but feel a surge of desire. He had told her many times before—Emerald was stunningly beautiful to him, and he could never tire of repeating it because it was the truth.Bending one leg, he rested his elbow next to her cheek and pulled her body close beneath him. The atmosphere between them grew thick with tension, every gesture laden with unspoken intent. Seeing that he remained unmoved, Emerald tentatively hooked her leg around him and rubbed against his thin, casual pants, all the while maintaining a submissive, pleading look.“Mr. Corrigan…” Emerald murmured softly.She had thought his attitude towards her might change after he took a sh
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“Yes…” she replied directly, her whole face burning with embarrassment. “I know I told you that night to stay away from me and to end whatever we have… but I’m taking it back now. I need to save the orphanage. It’s just that…” she trailed off, muttering a few curses under her breath.Alaric’s brows furrowed slightly. Wherever his fingers moved, he could feel her body trembling beneath his touch.“What is it? Are you afraid? Natatakot ka bang hindi ako papayag?” “No… I’m afraid you’ll think I’m not worth the land,” she admitted softly.She was also terrified that she’d end up being nothing more than a plaything in the hands of men from now on. In this negotiation, her only leverage was already exposed, leaving her with no room to maneuver and forcing her to accept whatever conditions he might set.All she could do was bet that he wasn’t cruel enough to put her in such a humiliating situation.Alaric’s fingers gently traced her eyebrow, then moved along the contours of her face, his to
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She couldn't move when their bodies touched again. The pounding of her heart was strong, but Alaric’s heartbeat was even stronger. She could hear it and feel it, as she was pressed up against his chest.Alaric placed his hand on her waist, the warmth of his touch radiating through her. It was the first time they didn’t do anything intimate when together. And she didn’t know how she was supposed to feel about it.Sensing his fatigue, Emerald swallowed the words she wanted to say. She shifted slightly, creating some space between them, and lay on the edge of the bed with her back to him. She felt like she was running out of breath.Alaric stared at her back, his dark eyes unreadable. Without any personal stakes in the situation, she wanted to keep her distance from him.But Alaric effortlessly pulled her back into his embrace.Her back was now pressed against his bare chest, and his warmth enveloped her whole body. Emerald felt every part of her tense up, unsure of what to do. She wante
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Emerald had decided not to continue with the agreement she and the principal had discussed. That morning, she went to the school office to inform him of her decision. She was surprised when Ariza, another teacher who had always been envious of her, interrupted their conversation and threw unnecessary remarks her way just because of her decision.In the end, Emerald chose to ignore Ariza and returned to her classroom. Just like any other day, her time at school went smoothly. In the afternoon, she indulged two of her students by reading them a fairy tale collection. Yosef fell asleep halfway through, while James sat quietly, watching her and listening intently. Out of nowhere, James grabbed her hand, making her pause and look at the child. “Yes, James?” she asked gently.Like his father, James’s eyes were always serious, but emotions easily surfaced there. “Teacher, do you want that outdoor playground and library?”Emerald froze for a moment and gave James her full attention. Perha
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No matter the occasion, Alaric always stands tall, his posture exuding a natural authority. Besides Alaric, Iris was also there, holding onto Gio's arm, along with a new face Emerald hadn’t seen before.When Iris saw her, she practically jumped, pulling Emerald into the elevator. It was too late to refuse as the elevator doors had already closed.“Ember!”Iris pulled Emerald a little too hard, causing her to stumble into the elevator. Just as she was about to fall into Alaric’s arms, Emerald quickly grabbed the handrail to steady herself. Wearing high heels, she stood just half a head shorter than Alaric.Alaric glanced down at her, prompting Emerald to nod politely.“Mr. Corrigan…”Alaric nodded back briefly and immediately looked away. It was as if they were complete strangers, something that made Emerald frown. She could feel irritation building in her chest but quickly pushed it aside.It seemed they were acting like they didn’t know each other at all.“Is she the one?”The man wh
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After a few minutes, Emerald managed to calm herself. Her eyes fell on Alaric’s outstretched hand in front of her. She quickly wiped her tears and slowly stood up, steadying herself.“Thank you, Mr. Corrigan. I’m fine…” she said, avoiding his gaze as she stepped away from him.She didn’t want to create any unnecessary assumptions among the people in the elevator.Lance had just finished talking to the repair crew, while Iris immediately rushed over to Emerald to comfort her.“They said help is on the way, and they’ll fix the elevator,” Lance informed everyone, casting a brief glance at Emerald.Emerald ignored that and turned to Iris, who was holding onto her arm.“Ember, how come I never knew you were afraid of the dark?” Iris asked, noticing her earlier reaction.Emerald wasn’t really afraid of the dark. She was still fine when it came to streetlights or city lights. The billboards, the glow of the skyscrapers, and the dim light in a room would still give her some comfort.But what
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At night, after Emerald had fallen asleep, she would secretly call her mother—until Alaric caught her in the act.At the shareholders' meeting, Alaric eliminated four people and uncovered the one who had been secretly buying up scattered shares.It was Griffin.In a final twist, Mr. Corrigan betrayed him, and Griffin realized too late that he had been played.Alaric regarded him with an icy stare. “Did you really think I’d invite you here for anything else?”He took slow, deliberate steps toward Griffin. “You wanted Teacher Greene to forget me. But in the end, she forgot you instead. You schemed and plotted, but did you ever consider that this would be the outcome?”Griffin let out a bitter laugh, his eyes filled with resentment. “Alaric, you’re unbelievably lucky. Fate favors you—again.”His voice turned sharp with frustration. “Why does it always have to be you?”Alaric’s expression remained unreadable. “I know you blame me. You think your father abandoned you and your son.”Griffin
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Now that Alaric had decided to marry Emerald, he naturally had to address the issue of inheritance.He had promised that he wouldn’t let Emerald suffer any injustice.James was thrilled but hesitant to believe it. He looked up at her cautiously and asked, “Can I really call you that?”Emerald knew that despite his tough exterior, he was actually very sensitive.She crouched down, gently running her fingers through James’s hair. “Of course, if you want to.”Without hesitation, James threw himself into her arms. “I do! Of course, I do—Mom.”His tears fell onto her neck, and Emerald’s lips curved into a soft smile.I just got a son this big out of nowhere.James was so attached to her that even when they walked, he would hook his little fingers around hers.It all felt like a dream.When Emerald looked up, she noticed Jamilah standing on the terrace, silently watching her. Their eyes met for a brief moment before Jamilah quickly turned away.James sighed and explained, “Mom, my sister ha
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"Get ready, that’s where we’re landing," Alaric whispered in her ear.As they descended, Emerald noticed the intricate details within the rose fields—windmills, charming fairy-tale cottages, and delicate pathways weaving through the flowers.It was the kind of place that would go viral the moment people saw it—a dreamlike destination straight out of a storybook.Under Alaric’s steady control, they landed smoothly on the soft grass. The moment Emerald unbuckled her harness, she threw her arms around him, holding him close.The air was thick with the intoxicating scent of roses, and amidst it all, she could hear the steady rhythm of his heartbeat."Emerald Greene, I will never let anything hurt you again. From now on, I will make sure you're happy—forever.""Mm. I believe you.""Wow! This is straight out of a movie!" Iris gasped, pinching Gio’s arm. "I must be dreaming—this kind of romance isn’t even this dramatic in films!"Gio winced. "Ow!""That hurt!""Of course, it hurts! You pinch
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Iris, still stunned, turned to stare at him. "Wait… is he that rich? So rich that he could casually win the title of ‘Little Prince’ or something?""He is the one who is the one who is the one.""Brother, why didn’t you tell me he was this handsome?! He’s so young and fair-skinned—he looks like he stepped straight out of an anime! Not a trace of that tacky, nouveau riche vibe at all."Even Emerald was taken aback, though not nearly as much as Iris.Noticing that the young man wasn’t much older than herself, she stepped forward, bent down, and offered him a hand."Are you okay?" she asked.Yngrid grabbed her hand and stood up, flashing a bright, friendly smile. “Don’t worry! Second Sister-in-law, you’re so beautiful! So gentle! No wonder Second Brother has been thinking about you for years—he finally got you.”Alaric frowned, glancing at the knife embedded in the table. “How many times have I told you? Stop running around with a knife in your hand.”Yngrid looked utterly clueless. “But
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Emerald was sharp enough to catch the implication. This man was clearly from the Corrigan, but how could he be Alaric’s second brother?Nancy smiled. "It’s a long story. Sister-in-law, come inside quickly. Gabbi has been preparing all morning to welcome you."Gio, who was usually the most lively among them, suddenly looked uncharacteristically serious and polite. "Sorry to trouble you, then."Nancy turned his gaze to the other guest. "Welcome. You must be Ms. Benitez."Iris straightened up, her usual playfulness replaced by a bit of nervousness. "That’s me. Hello, hello."As the group walked inside, Gio trailed behind, but Iris discreetly poked his waist. "Who is he? You seem a little scared of him."She had met Gio’s friends many times, but she had never seen him act this cautious.Gio lowered his voice. "You may not recognize him, but you’ve definitely heard of the Medical Research Institute."Iris froze. "You mean the world’s number one pharmaceutical company?"Her mind was spinnin
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The sun shone brightly, and magpies chirped from the branches—a perfect day.Iris, already waiting downstairs, let out a low whistle. “Tsk, tsk, tsk. Interlocked fingers? Teacher Greene, Mr. Corrigan, could you two be any sweeter?”Caught off guard, Emerald instinctively tried to pull her hand away.But Alaric tightened his grip. “Don’t let go.”Her cheeks flushed, and she nodded. “Okay.”Iris was about to whistle again when Gio quickly clamped a hand over her mouth. “For the love of god, stop teasing them. My Alaric is the most patient guy—until he’s not.”Iris blinked. “Huh? But Mr. Corrigan seems so refined and gentlemanly.”Gio scoffed. “That’s just for women. When it comes to me, he’s got a double standard.”Clearly, Gio had endured Alaric’s ruthlessness one too many times. If Iris kept poking fun at him, Alaric would undoubtedly find a way to get back at them both.Completely oblivious, Iris had no idea what was happening. She tried to push Alaric into the front passenger seat,
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"I won’t say things like that again," she murmured. "If I do, I’m not just belittling myself—I’m belittling your love, too.""That’s right." Alaric rubbed her head gently. "The past is heavy baggage. If you can, let it go. The future will be so much better."She smiled. "Your little Greene has finally grown up.""You have a daddy boyfriend, so you have to grow up."Emerald wrapped her arms around his neck, her voice soft. "Thank you… for teaching me how to love.""It’s my greatest honor to receive Teacher Greene’s love."Their eyes met, the space between them shrinking as they leaned in—Then Alaric’s phone rang.He exhaled sharply, turning it off without hesitation."Sorry. Let’s pick up where we left off."The caller was persistent. Emerald sighed, nudging Alaric playfully. "Go on, Mr. Busy."He had already spent so much time with her over the past two days, and she was more than content.But Alaric never returned after heading to his study. Emerald waited alone until eleven o’clock
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At first, Emerald worried that Gio was just fooling around and that Iris would end up getting hurt. But later, through Alaric, she realized that Gio was genuinely working hard for their future.It was only then that Emerald recognized how extreme her past views had been—believing that marriage was a trap and love was nothing more than fleeting sweetness.Iris, in her simplicity, had understood something far earlier than she did: love is about two people growing together, striving toward a shared future.Even someone like Iris, who had spent years drifting through life, was now determined to change. And that alone was a good start.Gio had seen all kinds of people in his world, but it was Iris—pure and untainted, like a blank canvas—who truly captured his heart. She made him want to protect her.Now, Emerald could finally put her worries to rest.The so-called unreliable playboy hadn’t even touched Iris all this time. That fact alone proved he was someone she could trust."Ember, I'm n
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Alaric stared coldly at the woman standing before him, utterly unfazed by her desperation."It doesn't matter who it is. I don’t owe you an explanation."Yngrid’s emotions spiraled out of control again, but before she could lash out, Winston’s expression darkened. The usual elegance in his demeanor vanished, replaced by an icy sharpness."Do you need me to remind you of your place?" he said, his voice cutting through the tension like a blade.Emerald watched the scene unfold, quickly deducing that Winston held Yngrid’s fate in his hands. Yngrid’s reluctance was obvious, but in the end, she had no choice but to submit.She took slow, deliberate steps toward Emerald. "Emerald… I’m sorry for what happened," she forced out. "I apologize."Emerald didn’t miss the unwillingness in Yngrid’s eyes. And to be honest, she had no desire to accept it.But she also knew that she had finally convinced Alaric to reconcile, and the partnership with the Santos had been secured. Yngrid’s presence here w
