"Jonathan, did you know that Izzy is back?" Candice deliberately asked while they were eating breakfast."What!" Jonathan replied as he was not aware Izzy was in Arizona. He has a lot on his plate to watch over her when they are already over and Jonathan is scared to meet her scary grandmother."You don't know?" She teases her looking for an early fight but Jonathan learned his lesson already. Breaking with her was his biggest mistake and taking Candice's lead."What do you want me to say! Why bother asking if your opinion matters!" Jonathan replied annoyed. Once again her jealousy and envy of hers seeping into her bones."Enough!" Candice's father intervened."But dad-" She tried to protest but her father shot her a glare of warning to stop being childish. Despite the passage of six years, she remained unchanged, showing no signs of growth or maturation.Candice's perpetual craving for tumultuous waters over tranquil seas obscured her awareness of her role as a mother. Oblivious to t
Her cover is already blown and wanted to escape immediately. She thought it was already over after years passed but it wasn't. Her heart was indebted to him and forever his but she couldn't play between the sunken river. She needs to find another ocean to quench her thirst. "Eloisa, are you sure you can run from this?" Iris putting sense on her as she knows running away is not the solution. If she puts a closure before then she might not be hurt like this. Running away again will make things worse. "I know Iris! You've been with me for five years and I know you know what's depth in me. I won't filter anything in front of you it's just that at this moment I can't handle it yet." Eloisa sighed depleted looking away. "Then stay! It may be against your wishes but better than knowing nothing. Like you said everything has a reason and I doubt your grandmother will get mad at you!" Iris enunciated with diction."You are acting like grandma!" Eloisa cried. She is human after all. It's just
I was too busy checking on Fabian and that bitch forgetting what is most important to watch. The unpredictable circumstances knock and it's inevitable to ignore and run away from them. My daughter's voice broke my trance."Mommy!" My daughter's joyful scream pierced the air as she ran towards me, her little legs propelling her forward with all the excitement."Yumi, don't run!" I scolded her, my voice tinged with concern as I watched her tiny form darting around with her oversized teddy bear in tow. The thought of Fabian's reaction to seeing her hurt filled me with dread, knowing how protective he was of our little girl. "Let's go to the mall! Let's go to the mall!" She keeps on repeating jumping on the bed excited as if someone promises her something to get thrilled and jubilant."But I had an important meeting today." I reason out. I need to see Fabian before it's too late. She slumped on the bed solitary staring at the bear. "You are always busy and daddy seldom stays at home." Sh
"This is your fault!" Candice roared as she stormed into our house, her voice echoing through the hallway. I ignored her, brushing past her with tears streaming down her face. She began throwing her belongings in the living room frustrated. "Craig, did you not hear me? This is your fucking fault!" She repeated, her voice rising as she followed me. I stopped in my tracks, turning to face her, my patience wearing thin under the weight of her relentless tantrums. The frustration in her eyes mirrored the tension in the air, and I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself before responding, aware that this confrontation was teetering on the edge of exploding into something neither of us could easily walk back from."What fault? Should I go to the registering office and beg them to remove you from our family registry or what!" I roared, my voice echoing through the room in response to her childish rants. The intensity of my words left her taken aback, speechless, as she stared at me with
"Fabian, this is not right!" Izzy cried, hastily pulling her scattered clothes closer to her on the couch. Fabian chuckled, reaching out to stop her, his eyes lingering on her half-naked form. "Why do you say so?" He smirked, his gaze appreciative as he took in her perfect curves. Izzy's attempt to cover herself seemed futile as he had already seen everything, and the memory of her beauty lingered vividly in his mind. "Fabian, you are married, and your wife will never stop taunting me," Izzy explained, her voice tinged with frustration. Suddenly, Fabian erupted into laughter, a mischievous glint in his eyes as he effortlessly removed all her clothes, revealing her perfect body. His desire ignited and began to ravish her, but his excitement was interrupted when he noticed the marks on her belly. Izzy had forgotten that she was hiding something crucial from Fabian, a secret that now threatened to unravel if she couldn't find a better excuse. "What happened to your stomach?" He asked,
"You know there is no place for you to hide, Denise, right?" Hiro uttered, his voice laced with mockery, even though he was not looking at her. His words hung heavy in the air, creating a palpable tension as Denise stood frozen, her mind racing for an escape that seemed increasingly elusive. The dimly lit room offered no solace, its shadows dancing menacingly around her. "So, this is the place you hide from me under Denise Hall's name but still I prefer Kate Fernandez. It's bold and daring!" He added. Denise just held her breath and clenching her fist couldn't retort his words. His words pierced through the air, her heart pounding with a mix of frustration and anxiety. The mention of Kate Fernandez shattered all her left hope. "Where is your tongue, my lady? Say something, I might misunderstand you, and it's dangerous, right!" Hiro added intimidating her. Despite his smile, his displeasure was palpable, simmering beneath the surface like a storm waiting to erupt. His demand for her
Holding myself back is incredibly difficult as she stirs something deep within me, but I have to maintain control. I'm neither a flesh eater nor a womanizer, yet I can't deny my attraction to her. She embodies the opposite of what I thought I wanted in a woman, and still, I find myself both intimidated and mesmerized by her. It may seem odd, but I can't resist the pull she has on me. "Craig, what a pleasant morning to get a call from you," my sister teased, her voice laced with a playful giggle. Did Iris tell her what happened? I doubt that! "What! Izzy, I just miss you. I was supposed to have breakfast with you the other day, but I can't disturb you," I retorted, turning the tables on her teasing. Silence hung in the air for a moment, a tangible pause filled with unspoken words and lingering emotions, before she finally squeaked, her voice breaking the tension in disbelief. "Craig!!!!" She screamed almost breaking my eardrum. "What is it my beautiful and smart sister?" I asked ch
Meeting Eloisa's brother made my world chaotic and I couldn't think properly distracted by him. His smiles were infectious losing my sanity. I knew Eloisa felt and saw how crazy intense and distracted I was in his presence but I can't, he's too far from someone like me. He deserves someone better than me but I can't resist his damn temptation. That kiss was intoxicating and invading my senses. I almost lost myself but was embarrassed to find out I gave in. He is a temptation hard to resist! "Should I say sorry?" When he asked I lost it and running away was the option left. I can't speak speechless embarrassed to face him and most of my boss. I'm a person who always jumps to conclusions better than being stuck and embarrassed when facing uncertainty. Coming back to our suite, I pretended I hadn't seen anything, even encountering his irresistible brother. My heart raced as I recalled his intense eyes and the way they seemed to draw me in, making it difficult to look away. I knew I
Izzy Pov... I couldn't stop smiling as I reminisced about the moments we shared with Fabian. Those memories are priceless, and they remain vivid in my mind. I'm excited to return with my daughter this time. Now that he knows, there's no hiding her. It was too soon and unexpected, yet the result was great. Seeing Emily giggle and smile with joy was paramount though I was caught off guard. My sister startled me as she entered my room. "What are you reading that's making you smile so contagiously?" she asked. "I'm not reading!" I responded. She looked at me, confused, with a frown. "I want to go with you. Grandma agreed. " She informed. I know she will as secrets were already out of the bag. "Right!" We were talking and planning for my next trip with my daughter when the latest family photo we had taken at the park fell on the ground shattering into pieces. We were both startled and scared looking at the pieces of the glass all over the floor. She looked at me, and suddenly, I f
Jealousy is the worst! Whatever Denise, is plotting will fail as the couple has found their happiness and is determined to defend what they have, no matter who stands in their way.He dont want to leave them, but he has something important to settle before lying on a bed of roses with them.Fabian returned as an accomplished man, his smiles and happiness unmistakable. Mark noticed the change but chose not to question him. He knew that when Fabian was ready, he would reveal the reason behind his radiant smiles, as bright as the sun. "I can see the sun will rise after the rain," Mark exclaimed as he entered his office, finding Fabian in an unusually bright mood, shining like the sun. "I still prefer rainy days," he said with a knowing smile. "There's something cool and sexy about sipping a delicious, aromatic cup of coffee on the veranda." His words carried a hint of nostalgia, as if he was recalling something beautiful and enticing, lifting his spirits."Oh, never mind! Just keep it
I was determined to punish Eloisa for hiding my daughter for five long years while raising another person's child but my heart screamed no. The entire time, I was speechless, trying to stay calm and not let my anger escalate. I was furious that I had missed all of my daughter's birthdays while managing to make Yumi's birthdays fancy and special. It hurt deeply, knowing that even though Eloisa and her family could make my daughter's birthdays lavish, I still wasn't there to share those moments with her.Eloisa, you taught me to love you dearly, only to leave me when I needed you most. If you just told me or asked me, I wouldn't have thought twice to tell you. I muttered these thoughts to myself while choosing the best clothes to wear. Meeting her now feels just like meeting you before. My heart races rapidly, and I can't think rationally. Thinking of them suddenly put a smile on my face. It was unexpected yet comforting. After the chaotic life I had there, this was the best I c
Third Persons Pov... "You can't just take Yumi from me, Hiro, and you know that!" Denise cried, fighting desperately for her rights. Her voice trembled with emotion, but Hiro had already made up his mind, his expression unwavering. That's not part of his plan yet circumstances give him the better solution. "Why not? You are not capable of raising a child. You are delusional and insane." Hiro exclaimed couldn't handle the rage in his heart. Whatever her reasons for leaving Hiro despite her knowing she was pregnant was another hell of a story to tell. "I am and you just ruined everything." she protested still thinking she could get Fabian."You ruined your life when you left and chose to marry him, using my daughter, but you are not aware he knew your scheme. You are delusional, thinking your high school lover will still cling to you and forget that you are a homewrecker and crazy." Hiro emphasizes. She frowned, confused, trying to grasp what he just said."You are surprised I know y
Seeing Fabian in the lobby clouded my mind with mixed emotions. I didn't know what to say and couldn't bring myself to look at him. I know he is disappointed in me and his silence proves it all. I had expected him to lash out or question my intentions, but he remained mum, and his quiet demeanor terrified me more than any outburst could have,I'm biting my nails anxiously, waiting for him to come in. The sound of the doorknob turning and the door opening and closing signaled that he was in, yet he remained silent. I don't know how to start a conversation with him. The fierceness I always wear suddenly vanished in front of him. I slowly turned around to face him, he stood there looking at me with mixed emotions. "I'm sorry!" I managed to say fidgeting with my fingers."Sorry! Is this enough words to explain everything? Tell me, Eloisa, because I don't understand," he finally speaks. The use of my name, Eloisa, sent shivers down my spine bitterly. He never calls me Eloisa, and fo
"Wow!" I exclaimed upon arriving in their city, struck by its breathtaking beauty. It's no surprise Izzy would love to stay here—it's a place that rejuvenates your soul day and night. The bustling city offers stunning scenery at every turn, and its coffee shops are dynamically friendly, serving up delicious drinks that add to the charm of this enchanting place."I love this place!" I unknowingly uttered, still admiring the beauty that surrounded me. The serene landscape, bathed in hues of golden sunlight, cast a tranquil spell over my senses. Each detail, from the gentle sway of the trees to the distant call of birds, painted a picture of pure bliss. Time seemed to stand still, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the sheer wonder of the place. After drinking my coffee, I headed straight to my suite for the week. I had already researched where to find her, but first, I needed to meet her grandmother. Since that day, I couldn't find peace of mind, feeling a mix of confusion and exci
"Where are you going? Don't you know we are going to visit the branch today before the launch, and you have a board meeting?" I asked, watching Fabian grab his things in a hurry. He seemed like he was about to miss an important meeting or a flight, his actions frantic and rushed. "To the airport, because of Denise I almost forgot my flight." He replied annoyed. "Airport? What and why will you go to the airport when we have an important itinerary today!" I asked confused checking his schedules in my hands. "What the fuck again Fabian. Cleared schedule for a week for a business meeting. Damn it, Fabian, since when do you care about the itineraries I fix for you? These are selected and very important!" I whined, unable to believe he had arranged a one-week business trip and cleared his schedule again without telling me. "You can't do this Fabian and you know that!" I groaned looking at him. "I know Mark, and I have full faith in your ability to make this scheduled move happen by the
Not comfortable to sit and wait for them to come back. I pack some essentials before running out of the house. He did not forbid me to leave the house yet but I couldn't bring my daughter with me. I guess this is the punishment for being impulsive and arrogant before. I had the best life with him, yet I betrayed him without thinking. The anticipation of his punishment looms over me, filling me with dread, as he has yet to decide my fate. The only solace I find is the certainty that he will not harm my daughter. But if Fabian discovers that I lied to him as well, I shudder to imagine the consequences. All my efforts and sacrifices would be for nothing, and I am not prepared to face that reality yet unless I take drastic measures— killing Hiro. As expected he brought Yumi to the mall where she always wished to go every time we came out. I don't have any choice but to watch them afar until an unexpected scene unfolds. I was terrified at first but the next moment I was damn flabbe
It's been a month since we arrived in this city yet Denise is still on hold. I'm just waiting for what will she do next but if she will, my daughter will still be mine and not him. I thought she just wanted to manipulate me but I confirmed she was my daughter. I almost killed my own flesh and if that happens, I will make sure Denise or Kate will pay the damages. "Where is she?" I asked Kaito. "She was cooking!" Kaito relied. "What? Check what she is cooking! Who knows what she will put in it," I instructed him, my trust in her shattered. While she had saved Yumi by claiming she was my daughter, her deceit needed addressing to prevent a repeat occurrence. "Never mind, bring Yumi we should eat outside and have fun." I changed my mind. She is just five years old and I need to fill in her mind that I am his father and not that man. It's better late than never! She's smart and can understand. For the few days she was with me I started to like her and love how adorable she was. I neve