As the most eligible bachelor in Rivenhold, Alex Ye is engrossed in his work and shows no interest in women. One day, due to family pressure, Mr. Ye reluctantly went on a blind date. He had to convince himself, 'I might as well get married, have a child, and live a normal life.’ However, after the date, he was informed that he has a three-year-old daughter. Alex was shocked: “How can this be?!" ----------- One morning, Michelle Xia awoke to find a three-year-old child running a fever beside her, as well as a pile of messy overdue bills scattered around. Staring at her bank book, with a balance barely in double digits, Michelle realized she didn't even have enough to get the child to a doctor. Deep in thought, Michelle weighed her limited options. It didn't take her long to come to a decision. "To avoid the child's fever causing any brain damage," she mused with a hint of mischief, "perhaps I'll just have to interrupt the secondary male lead, who might be on a date with the heroine right now (^_^)."
Lihat lebih banyakGradually regaining consciousness, Michelle felt a buzzing pain in her brain, as if it was about to split open.
Yesterday, she caught a cold and to make matters worse, her boss was pushing her for drafts, demanding they be turned in before midnight. She had no choice but to down two cups of Americano, not daring to take any cold medicine, and began to work on the draft.After finally finishing, Michelle quickly swallowed a few cold tablets and collapsed into bed without even taking a bath.When she woke up, her head was aching severely, and she thought she might have a fever.As she was thinking, she felt a soft little thing snuggling in her arms, also nuzzling against her neck.The little thing murmured unclearly, its voice sounding somewhat weak: "Mommy, Lizzy is uncomfortable."Michelle: ????The word "Mommy" fully awakened Michelle, and she was completely shocked.When did she have a child that could already talk?A person who has been solo for twenty years, unexpectedly becoming a mom one day?Moreover, she was somewhat exhausted by the call of "Mommy"...Ignoring her own headache, Michelle hurriedly lowered her head to look at the little thing in her arms.The child in her arms had her eyes closed, her delicate eyebrows furrowed, and her little face was somewhat pale, obviously very unwell.Michelle reached out and touched the child's forehead; it was somewhat hot, and suddenly she became worried.Although she was somewhat stunned by the scene in front of her, she knew that a child running a fever was no small matter - she had heard that many children, after running a fever, ended up brain-damaged, becoming mentally disabled...Moreover, catching a cold and running a fever could potentially lead to sudden death.She didn't know this child, but as a human being with normal conscience, she couldn't let the child continue to be sick.Michelle gently pushed the child away, intending to get up and trying to understand the current situation.The child, sensing Michelle's intentions, clung to her even tighter.The child was talking nonsense: "Mommy, don't leave Lizzy... Lizzy is uncomfortable..."Michelle: "...."Once again, she was shocked by the term "Mommy."But Michelle had to get up first to figure out what was going on, and then take the little thing to the hospital.She couldn't continue sleeping deeply with the child.So Michelle coaxed the child stiffly: "Lizzy be good, I will bring you a cup of hot water, and after drinking some hot water, your pain will go away."The child in her arms tried hard to open her eyes, tilted her little head back, and looked at Michelle with round, big eyes.She blinked, looking pitifully at Michelle, saying: "Mommy will come back, you can't leave Lizzy behind."Seeing the child's face clearly, Michelle was startled.Just now, the child's face was buried in her chest, so she didn't realize the child looked so much like her.Now, looking at the child's facial features and face shape...They were almost identical to how she looked when she was young.Suppressing the shock in her heart, Michelle smiled somewhat forcibly: "Mm, I will be back very soon and won't leave Lizzy behind."Hearing Michelle's promise, the child was willing to let her get out of bed.Michelle got up, put on slippers, and left the room without looking back.If just now she was shocked at suddenly becoming a "mother", now she basically believed that the child was hers, since they looked so alike.However, Michelle found everything at the moment to be very fantastical.She guessed... she might have amnesia.Had she lost several years of memories of falling in love, getting married, and having a child, and now it was thirty or fifty years later?Michelle: "...."So where did her damned husband go???---------------------Lizzy gazed intently at Michelle, her eyes tracking her mother until she disappeared beyond the doorway and out of sight. Tears welled up in the little girl's eyes, a mix of hurt and abandonment. She suspected that, just like always, her mother was off to work again, leaving her alone at home. And Lizzy despise being left alone. The house would wrap around her, filling her with a suffocating fear of imaginary monsters lurking in corners.Adding to her misery was the throbbing headache she had. Overwhelmed, she silently cried into her pillow. When Michelle returned, she found her daughter snuggled beneath the covers, silent tears streaming down her face. The pitiable sight made her heartache."Why is she crying?" she wondered aloud. Setting a cup down on the bedside table, she took a seat and gently caressed Lizzy's fevered forehead. The heat seemed worse than before, intensifying her worry. "Is it the sickness? Should I take you to the hospital?" Michelle whispered.For a moment, Lizzy looked dazedly at her mother, her tears momentarily forgotten. Realization dawned on her. "Mommy didn't abandon me!" After a pause, she declared, "Mommy, Lizzy feels better! I don't want to go to the hospital."As Michelle searched for her ID and insurance cards, distracted by the mounting bills and alarming debt notices she stumbled upon, her confusion deepened. In her daze, she saw that the birth year on her ID was earlier than she remembered. Consumed by her own perplexing situation, she took a moment to address Lizzy. "Sweetie, what's your full name?"Her mother's odd behavior didn't go unnoticed, but Lizzy obediently replied, "Mommy, I'm Lizzy Xia." Michelle blinked. The name was the same as a character in the novel she'd been writing just before she slept. The absurd thought that she might have somehow slipped into her own story filled her mind, leading her to question everything she thought she knew about her reality.In her own universe, Michelle was a ghostwriter, known for emulating other authors' styles. Gifted in the art of imitation, her ability to emulate any author's style earned her a reputation. Consequently, many online writers who found themselves at an impasse, but didn't wish to abandon their stories, sought her expertise.Two days ago, she'd taken on a manuscript from an author who felt their characters had gone astray and no longer wished to continue the narrative. As Michelle emotionlessly recalled the plot she'd drafted the night before, she remembered the original author's outline: the male protagonist and the female lead had been childhood sweethearts. While he was infatuated with her, her heart belonged to another man. Just as she was about to get engaged to her lover, the love-struck protagonist discovered a secret about him: he had a daughter from an external affair. Employing dubious means, he ensured that the daughter and her guardian made a sudden appearance in front of the unsuspecting lover.Upon learning of her fiancé's secret child, the female lead was both shocked and heartbroken. In a fit of fury and disbelief, she thought: "How could he do this?" Acting impulsively, she called off the engagement. However, as the dust settled, her heartache became evident, revealing her undying love for her fiancé and a yearning to reconcile. But the male protagonist, seeing an opportunity, seized the moment. With the blessing of both families, he married her, giving rise to a twisted tale of possessiveness, deep-rooted love, and relentless pursuit.Being a professional, Michelle usually refrained from commenting on the plots she was given. Now, as she tried to process the surreal realization that she might have somehow 'transmigrated' into the story herself, she felt mentally drained. As she assessed the situation: with Lizzy still by her side, it implied that the female lead and her lover were still in the midst of their romance. The heavy debt "Michelle" had accrued was almost certainly a ploy by the male protagonist. Now, with Lizzy falling ill and no funds to seek medical treatment, Michelle had no choice but to approach Lizzy's father for help.---------------------Michelle sighed internally. Despite the surreal circumstances, she felt the plot was solid – just perhaps with a few 'bugs' in the story, literally.As Lizzy watched Michelle frantically rummage through drawers and cabinets, memories of the landlord's recent visit for rent flashed through her mind. She realized that they were strapped for cash. She felt guilty for falling ill at such an inopportune time; medical care wasn't free, and she berated herself for being so "disobedient". Worried that her Mommy might be upset with her, she observed her with caution.Her head throbbed. Recalling her Mommy's words, "Lizzy, drinking some warm water will help with the headache," she reached for the cup of warm water and drank most of it. Perhaps it was just psychological, but her headache seemed to lessen.Looking up at Michelle, Lizzy ventured cautiously, "Mommy, Lizzy drank water. Lizzy's head doesn't hurt anymore. So, Lizzy doesn't need to go to the hospital, right?"Michelle still struggled to accept being addressed as "Mommy" by the little one, especially when her childlike voice emphasized it for the third time. The title left her feeling slightly vexed. However, hearing Lizzy's brave attempt to downplay her discomfort tugged at her heartstrings. How could one with a cold and fever not experience a headache? Just the previous day, while working on a manuscript, she'd been plagued by such a fierce headache she'd contemplated banging her head against the wall. The child's thoughtful gesture, trying to ease others' worries, astounded her.Turning around, Michelle approached the bed and knelt beside Lizzy. Her smile was gentle and reassuring. "Lizzy, let's play a game, okay?" she began. "From now on, you can't call me 'Mommy'. Call me 'Sissy'. Is that okay?"Lizzy pouted, clearly not thrilled with this new game. But being the obedient child she was, she complied, softly uttering, "Sissy."Michelle was pleased. As she caressed Lizzy's soft hair, she reveled in its silky texture. Seeing the young girl's face – a mirror of her own from childhood – Michelle warmed to the idea of having a little sister. Becoming a mother was overwhelming, especially when she still felt like a twenty-year-old at heart.Having come to terms with the bizarre reality that they might have been characters in a book, Michelle steeled herself to care for Lizzy. She decided that she couldn't risk the child's fever potentially causing irreversible damage. Perhaps it was time to seek out the 'second male lead' – who, if the story was to be believed, might be on a date with the female protagonist.Michelle mused, "After all, that's how the plot goes, isn't it? (^_^)"Alex Ye had once imagined that their baby might be like Lizzy: soft, sweet, and utterly adorable, like a heart-melting marshmallow. However, their baby and Lizzy, the marshmallow, were nothing alike.Ella was not the type of baby who craved affection. Even before she could talk or walk, she rarely smiled or showed interest when adults tried to play with her. If Michelle tried to engage her, she'd give a minimal reaction. But if it was Alex or Lizzy, she'd simply close her eyes and pretend to sleep.In front of a baby, not everyone is treated equally.Thus, both Alex and Lizzy felt a bit defeated.Eleanor Ye, however, was quite surprised by Ella's demeanor. She remarked to Alex, "You were just like this as a baby. When your dad and I tried to play with you, you wouldn't even look at us."So, Alex realized that the baby's temperament was inherited from him; he was the root cause of it all.Even though Ella wasn't particularly sociable, it didn't stop Alex and Lizzy from showering her wi
Lizzy Xia was deeply troubled by the birth of her younger sister. She had often heard adults say that younger sisters were delicate, needing constant pampering, love, and affection. They shouldn't be scolded or disciplined. So, with a little sister in tow, what was she supposed to do?This dilemma haunted Lizzy daily, distracting her so much that she even forgot her routine of seeking affection from her mom.One day, after returning from kindergarten, Lizzy's first instinct was to check on her baby sister, bypassing her usual routine of seeking affection from Michelle. It had been quite some time since she had shown her mother her typical, childlike affection, and Michelle couldn't help but feel puzzled.She asked her husband, "Do you think Lizzy doesn't like me anymore? Why doesn't she come to me for cuddles anymore?"Alex, taken aback by the change in Lizzy's behavior, hadn't expected Lizzy's affection for her sister to surpass her love for Michelle. He had previously assumed that
Lizzy Xia suddenly didn't like her "little brother" that much, because he was bullying her mommy!Her naughty "brother", even though he was still in her mommy's tummy, already knew how to kick!He's such a little rascal!Since the mischievous "brother" was still in her mommy's belly, Lizzy dared not voice these complaints in front of her mother. She was afraid that the naughty “brother” would hear and continue to tease her mother.Thus, Lizzy decided to confide in her father.She scurried with her short little legs into the study to find Mr. Ye, who was once again working overtime.She pouted, looking quite upset, and told him, “Daddy! Little brother is being naughty. He keeps bullying mommy!”Hearing the slightly aggrieved childish tone, Mr. Ye couldn't help but set aside his work and sighed.Alex Ye lifted his daughter onto his lap, his voice gentle, “What did the little brother do?”In reality, they didn't know whether Michelle Xia was expecting a boy or a girl. But, in Lizzy's min
While Alex Ye pondered how he might explain the situation to his little girl, Lizzy Xia interjected with visible concern, “Mommy is sick. We need to take her to the doctor!”“Not only that, she’ll need shots and medicine! Last time I was sick, I had to get shots and take medicine. So Mommy will need the same!”Hearing the urgency in Lizzy’s voice, Alex paused before reassuring her, “Don’t worry, Lizzy. Mommy isn't sick.”Relieved, Lizzy thought to herself, "Good, as long as Mommy isn’t sick." However, with her round, inquisitive eyes fixed on Alex, she pressed, “Then why is Mommy always sleeping?”She recalled that, in the past, whenever she returned from kindergarten, her mother, Michelle Xia, would be hard at work writing, always available for a cuddle. Now, it seemed all Michelle did was sleep, depriving Lizzy of her cherished snuggles.Pondering her question, Alex seemed momentarily at a loss. “I honestly don’t know,” he finally admitted.Disappointed in her father’s response, Li
That same night, Michelle Xia was sleeping alongside Lizzy Xia. Lizzy was a well-behaved child when she slept, barely moving when nestled in Michelle's arms, which made it quite a comfortable experience for Michelle. Of course, sleeping next to Mr. Ye was also comfortable, but it could sometimes be exhausting. Moreover, Mr. Ye always woke up early and would occasionally playfully disturb her sleep.Michelle strongly believed that part of her recent fatigue was because she was waking up too early in the morning. She had hoped that by sleeping with Lizzy, she could catch a few more moments of sleep since Lizzy wasn’t an early riser like Alex Ye.However, the next morning, a blaring alarm startled Michelle from her sleep. The sudden loud noise made her heart jump, thinking for a moment she might be having a heart attack.Lizzy, still groggy from sleep, slowly climbed out of bed. She found the source of the noise and turned off the alarm. As she did, realization dawned on her. She had hi
Shortly after the birth of her baby brother, whom they affectionately called "Liam", Lizzy Xia would frequently pester Michelle Xia to let her visit him. It was evident that Lizzy adored her little brother immensely.One day, Michelle curiously asked her daughter whether she would prefer a younger brother or sister. Without hesitation, Lizzy solemnly replied, "I don't want Mommy to be in pain. I don't need a brother or a sister." Michelle was momentarily stunned by the child's sincere expression, then laughed softly, ruffling Lizzy's hair. How could her child be so endearingly considerate at such a young age, empathizing with her mother's discomfort?Michelle had a vague intuition that something might be amiss when she realized her menstrual cycle was off. Recalling the past, it dawned upon her that it had been a while since her last period. Upon mentioning her suspicion to Alex Ye, he looked at her with an "I thought you'd never notice" expression. Alex commented, "I was expecting y
Michelle Xia woke up to find something warm and soft tucked into her embrace, providing an added comfort. Without a second thought, she knew it was her sticky little daughter, Lizzy, who must have sneaked into her bed for some shared slumber. Even though she was now awake, Michelle was in no hurry to rise, especially with a snuggly little one in her arms. The desire to stay in bed was even stronger. Lizzy, despite being an early riser unlike her mother, was half-awake. Sensing Michelle's alertness, Lizzy too came to full consciousness.Lizzy Xia's voice was soft and sweet as she cooed to Michelle Xia, wanting kisses, cuddles, and to nuzzle against her cheek. Yet, she carefully avoided mentioning why she was on her mother's bed.Michelle playfully asked the little one, "Lizzy, how did you end up on mommy's bed?"With wide innocent eyes, Lizzy feigned innocence, saying, "Because mommy wanted Lizzy to sleep with her, so Lizzy appeared on mommy's bed!"Michelle tried to stifle her laugh
Recently, Michelle Xia's temperament and personality had shifted. According to her, it was because of the pressure of writing. In addition to that, some of her previous employers would incessantly chat with her, hindering her progress and adding to her agitation.However, when facing Lizzy Xia, Michelle was as gentle and patient as ever.Even when Lizzy became overly clingy or seemed bothersome, Michelle did her best to maintain a calm demeanor. In reality, Michelle was never a fan of children. But when confronted with the sweet softness of Lizzy, it was nearly impossible for her to stay mad. Especially since Lizzy resembled her so much and had an irresistible charm. Every pout or plea from Lizzy rendered Michelle helpless.One Saturday, after Lizzy and Sophie Ye had finished their painting class at a graffiti museum, Lizzy rushed home to show Michelle her creation. Lizzy was genuinely gifted in drawing, and with time, she had learned to convey her thoughts through lines and colors. A
Lizzy Xia promised to give her unicorn toy to Liam, and when she made promises, especially to kids, she kept them. Though parting with her toy was painful for her, the thought of little Liam, who was afraid of the dark and would cry when awakened by nightmares, tugged at her heart. She couldn't bear the idea of him being scared. The next day after kindergarten, Lizzy hurried home. Clutching her unicorn toy, she entered Michelle Xia's room. Approaching Michelle's computer desk, Lizzy gently tugged at the hem of her mother's skirt. Lizzy noticed that her mom had been wearing skirts a lot lately. Before, Michelle had always favored long pants, especially those unattractive blue-gray jeans. Lizzy caressed the skirt's fabric, thinking about how pretty it looked. Michelle had been engrossed in her writing. An old employer had reached out, and she'd been chatting with him. But now, this little clingy bundle of joy had caught her attention. After sending a message to her former boss, Michel
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