Jane tightened the coat she was wearing a little. The road she was walking on was a little slippery, even though she was wearing boots and watching her step, she still had to be very careful. The air around her dropped a few degrees from what she expected.
"Are you okay?" asked Fabian as he fixed the scarf Jane was wearing.
"That question is for you, Fabian." Jane chuckled. Fabian's face was already very red from the cold that hit them.
"You're really out of your depth when it comes to the place you'd most like to visit." Fabian spluttered. Rubbing his hands even though he was wearing gloves.
"But this place is exotic, right?"
Fabian could not disagree with Jane's words just now. Especially seeing the twinkle that wouldn't leave since they arrived at the airport closest to this place. no. not close, but within reach of the place where they spent their days and time together after becoming husband and wife.
The trip to Tibet was tiring but Ja
"Get out!"Jane winces in pain, her hair forcefully tugged. She never expected that hand to grip her hair so roughly. "Austin... it hurts. Please, let go.""How many times do I have to say it, Jane? Get out of this house."Jane receives a shove, almost hitting the edge of the table. Luckily, her husband Austin didn’t push too hard. Yet her head throbs in pain. She feels like her hair is coming loose from the roots, maybe even left in Austin's tight, clenched fist, as if he's ready to strike her.Jane shivers in fear but tries to maintain a smile. She doesn't care about the cake she just finished making to welcome her husband home. Jane thought there might be a little care this year in Don Austin William's heart, the man who still technically is her husband. In the past few months, Austin's emotions haven't been as evident as usual.That's why Jane dared to hope that maybe, just maybe, Austin had changed."My tolerance limit has been reached, Jane!" Austin glares fiercely and merciless
Austin just stands there, watching every faltering step of the woman who is still technically his wife. There's no intention to apologize from him. In Austin's eyes, Jane is a jinxed woman. This bad luck has been going on for five long years. He's trapped in the marriage he's never wanted.If it weren't for respect and his father's wish, Austin wouldn't have stood at the altar and uttered their marriage vows."Damn it," Austin mutters with his fists clenched. "Why bring up the past at a time like this?" He takes a deep breath, trying to regain control. "Maria," he calls out afterward."Yes, Sir." Maria hasn't moved from where she was. If Austin's angry, almost all the servants in this three-story house freeze. She wants to run and help the Mistress, but her fear of facing Austin's wrath is too great."Has my mother had dinner and taken her medication?""She has, Sir."Austin nods slowly. "Never let your guard down when watching over my mother, Maria.""Yes, Sir."He strides away from
Jane stands right in front of the door with a golden handle. The polished wood is beautifully carved, signifying its luxury and deserving place alongside many pieces of furniture around it. Who doesn't know the renowned Don William family? The famous furniture entrepreneurs throughout SunCity. Their products penetrate the global market, often sold out within an hour after launching their samples online. The company thrives even more under the reign of Don Austin William. Their business tentacles expand from year to year, even after the passing of the main ruler, Charles Don William, a year ago, losing the battle against his illness.No one knows how many doctors were brought in to treat him, but Charles' suffering ended moments before the surgery he was scheduled to undergo. His condition deteriorated, becoming increasingly unstable, prompting doctors to schedule a second operation. Unfortunately, Charles lost. Don William mourns. That point also marked the beginning of a much more pa
"Are you asleep, babe?" Austin asks in such a gentle tone. His phone call is directed to someone he'll visit tonight. His plan is to bring the woman to the main house and make her the queen there. Shifting the cursed woman he's given another day's deadline, right… Just one more day he's given for her to stay. Enjoying the remaining comfortable life before returning to where she originally belonged.Austin seems cruel and heartless to drive Jane away without mercy. But he doesn't care. To him, Jane is like a parasite he needs to cut off and get rid of. From the start, he believed that Jane's presence was nothing but a burden, slowly gnawing away at their family."But, Dad," Austin squints in disbelief. When Jane's photo is handed to him by his father on his work desk. Austin has just returned from New York, filling in for his father's absence in running the business. Unique Enterprise's name must not lose its edge in facing the current trends."I only asked for this marriage to happen,
Calysta looked up, deliberately giving Austin full access to explore. Her actions made the man excited. Inevitably, the level neck that only wore a pearl necklace given by Austin last year, was explored using the tip of the tongue. While his big hands still continued to support Calysta's back so as not to fall.The woman was already sitting straddling Austin. Her smooth thighs were no longer covered by the soft cardigan that had fallen somewhere. Since Austin's arrival, the man didn't want to wait any longer just to taste the wine that had been provided.He said, "I can't stop thinking about how sexy you look in red lingerie.""I guess the nickname bull does suit you, Austin," Calysta said with a giggle. Although it was a little difficult to keep up with Austin who kept pushing her, Calysta always had a way to control the situation.Including slightly pulling the hair of Austin who was holding her. So that they could stare at each other before ending up on the bed in the main room. "Y
No need to wait for tomorrow, Jane's preparations were all done. She'd already said her goodbyes to some folks living in this luxurious house. Not wanting to bother anyone, Jane chose to book a taxi instead of accepting the usual chauffeur's offer to accompany her wherever."But, Ma'am," Hans, Don William's family driver, groans in frustration. None of his persuasions are getting through to the woman standing there, flashing her warm smile. "It's late already. You could get into trouble going out at this hour.""Don't make it harder for me, Mr. Hans," Jane lightly taps the shoulder of the middle-aged man looking downcast. "I hope you'll help me take care of Mrs. Kate. Don't let her be sad because I'm not here anymore.""Ma'am," Maria couldn't hold back any longer. Her eyes, brimming with tears since earlier, spill over. Her cheeks damp with tears. "What can I do to make you stay here?"Jane tries hard not to get carried away by the emotions, although her
Throughout her life, Jane had never dared to take such bold action. But what else could she do when she felt cornered? The only thing that came to mind was stepping into this place. Previously shocking someone she contacted.Her only hope: not to encounter Austin on the floor she was about to head to now.It hadn't even been twenty-four hours since it happened to her. All the conversations and the extra beating of her heart along with her brain digesting what she had experienced. That memory kept echoing, beyond her control."I don't know who else to ask for help," Jane says, half desperate. She massages her temples until they ache. She's lost count of how many times she's paced around the small living room of her old house.Coming from the Don William family, there was only one most comforting place to return to. This well-maintained broken white painted house. All her furniture covered in white dusty sheets, but luckily nothing was damaged. Occasionally
"What are you doing here?" Austin asks with an intimidating voice. His eyes scan Jane as if she's a deadly virus."I... " Jane closes her eyes briefly. "I want to meet Richard."Austin squints suspiciously. "What's the matter?""Mrs. Jane has business with me, Austin. Can you calm down? You're making the atmosphere suddenly uncomfortable here," Richard says with a wide smile. "Come in, ma'am. I've been waiting for you.""I need to know what this woman is doing, Richard. Why are you acting like you're on her side?"Talking to Austin indeed requires extra patience. "I'm on the side that pays my bills more," Richard jokes. "I've asked Paula to prepare some tea for you, ma'am. Please, have a seat here."Austin grumbles disapproval, averting his gaze elsewhere, unwilling to pay much attention to Jane for too long. Useless, he thinks. Although the corner of his eye refuses to cooperate, where Jane tries to make herself comfortable on the sofa. His