"Madam Rosalie wishes to see you immediately," These were the words that echoed relentlessly in Hayley's mind as she made her way out of their shared room. The man had already left after delivering the message to Hayley. Kimberly had advised Hayley to go alone after providing directions to where Madam's office was located. She had also advised Hayley to try and explain the situation to Madam Rosalie if she'd have compassion on her and allow her to remain in the retreat. With that conviction, Hayley mustered the courage to saunter towards the office. As Hayley traversed the hallway toward Rosalie's office, anxiety churned in her stomach, exacerbated by the disdainful glances from those around her. The air was thick with their animosity and resentment. With her hands trembling at her sides, she fought to steady herself against the backdrop of their mocking whispers. Although she struggled to maintain a composed demeanor, deep inside, her nerves were fraying under the weight of thei
Madam Rosalie had come across the news about Hayley online shortly after returning to the City. Upon seeing Hayley’s photograph, disbelief washed over her as she grappled with the striking resemblance they both shared. It was the first time in her life that she encountered someone who looked so much like her.As Rosalie continued scrutinizing the photograph that evening, a thought had crossed her mind: What if Hayley was the daughter she had been searching for all these years? Initially, she dismissed the possibility, thinking it couldn't be true. But as the night wore on, she remained confused and curiosity gnawed at her, compelling her to request Hayley’s presence in her office the next day.Before now if someone had faced a similar situation as Hayley, Rosalie would have promptly dismissed them from her retreat. However, something about Hayley prompted her to act differently. She didn't want to take any chances and wanted to confirm her suspicion. *Rosalie's heart raced in antic
Hayley didn't notice the disbelief that crossed Rosalie's expression until Rosalie exclaimed with shock."What? Wendy is your foster mother?" she inquired, her eyes glimmering with intrigue. "Do you mean Wendy Forbes from Clasold City?"Hayley hesitated for a moment, then nodded in affirmation. She didn’t find Rosalie's astonishment strange, knowing that they both operated within the same professional sphere. Wendy Forbes, like Rosalie, was also a TV host and a popular figure.Encouraged by her own thoughts, Hayley continued, nodding in affirmation. "Y- Yes, she is."Rosalie grappled with her astonishment, her mind racing with several thoughts as she processed this new information. Something felt off, as if the pieces of a puzzle were not fitting together. She looked closely at Hayley, feeling an unfamiliar sensation arise within her. What was this? Could this young woman truly be her daughter? What if, when she was a child, she had fallen into Wendy's hands? How did everything connec
"Leonardo, what’s this rumor making the rounds about your ex-wife, Hayley Forbes?" Dana inquired during their family dinner, her curiosity evident as she struggled to comprehend the situation. "How is she even... You know what I mean." She added, staring at Leonardo intently.Leonardo sighed deeply at his mother's probing questions. He felt uncertain about how to address her concerns, grappling with his own tumultuous emotions. This was the third day since the rumor had surfaced, and it had escalated following the release of Cassidy's sympathetic video online. Despite his desperate attempts to reach her, Hayley had not responded to any of his calls or texts. Over the past two days, anxiety had consumed him, making it difficult for him to focus on anything.He had even contemplated heading straight to Puwak City just to see Hayley, but he had obligations to fulfill first. He wanted to address the rumors in Clasold City, ensuring that Hayley was cleared of any allegations of embezzlemen
"Urgh… L-Leo… Arghh, I love it. Fuck me harderrr.. Argh.. B-babyy," Lilian moaned loudly with her eyes rolling into her head, and her slender fingers digging into Leo's hard back as he thrust into her repeatedly. She stood before them, speechless. * If someone had asked Hayley Forbes before now who she loved most in the world, She'd say her husband. And if someone else had asked her who she trusted most in the world, She'd say her husband. Yeah.. It's like that. But something she should have had in mind a long time ago was that, men are deceitful and we can never trust them. But how could she believe in that saying, when Leonardo Anderson was literally the kind of man she had prayed for. He was handsome, caring, loving, well-mannered, kind-hearted, and even on top all of these, he was a multi-billionaire, and the CEO of the second biggest company in Clasold City. He was every woman's dream, and she was his only wife. Hayley wouldn't say she married him for money. She was forced to
"It's been two weeks, Hayley. You need to stop crying over him. He is not worth a single tear that falls from your eyes." Emily, Hayley's best friend consoled her. Emily sat down beside Hayley on the couch, gently patting her shoulder as Hayley lay still with tears streaming down her face. She was tired of everything. The anguish was too much to bear all at once. It had been two weeks since Leo and her divorced, yet she still couldn't get over him. Hayley had gone to her family to seek their help to help her plead with Leonardo, but instead of supporting her, they abused her and kicked her out. Hayley knew they never truly cared for her or considered her as family, especially her foster mother, Wendy Forbes. She despised Hayley so much that Hayley often wondered why she even adopted her in the first place. Hayley was aware that she had no place in that home, but she never imagined that in her time of need, they would turn their backs on her and leave her helpless. They made it clear
"Are you fucking serious right now?" Emily lashed out as they walked out of the doctor's office. Hayley had just revealed her plan to win back her husband with the news of her pregnancy. Needless to say, Emily was not on board with the idea. Hayley paused at the entrance, attempting to justify her decision to her. "I have to, Emily. He'll be happy to have me back." But Emily wasn't having it. "He kicked you out!" "I left on my own," Hayley said in defense. Trying to placate her, she added, "Everything will be fine, Em. He's my husband, he'll take me back. He only cheated because I couldn't have children, which I completely understand. But now, I'm pregnant. Once he knows, he'll apologize and reverse his decision. He won't marry her. He won't marry her anymore!" Emily looked at her in disbelief. She must have thought Hayley had lost her mind and was completely delusional. "When will you get it in your head that Leonardo didn't divorce you because you couldn't have a child! He d
**FIVE YEARS LATER**"Come on, Daisy. We are going to be late!" Hayley called out to her child, making her way to her room and lingering by the doorway when she saw her. Daisy was standing in front of her dressing mirror, struggling to fix her bow."I'm coming, Mommy. I just need to fix this!" she murmured.Hayley watched her, her heart melting at her cuteness. Her little angel. She approached Daisy and knelt to her level, embracing her and admiring her."Let Mama help you, baby," Hayley pleaded, but she stubbornly refused."No! I can do it myself!" Daisy protested, her grey eyes sparkling with determination. Just like Hayley, Daisy had an independent spirit and liked doing things on her own."I know you can, baby. But for today, let me help you. We're running late and you know today is Luna's birthday. She wouldn't want her best friend to be late," Hayley persuaded.After a moment of consideration, Daisy finally gave in."Okay, fine.""Good girl," Hayley praised, patting her head wit