Reading the contract made Valencia feel as if she had been ruthlessly pulled out of an illusion. It felt like she had been living a dream—a joke! Valencia had loved this man for years with all her heart, giving no other person such a chance. Ever since she set her eyes on Maverick that day, Valencia has followed every news story and dedicated her all to him. For him, she had chosen to give up her dream career to be an actress and singer. As Maverick's wife, Valencia couldn't afford to have any affiliation with a scandal. That's a huge stain and a disgrace to Maverick and his family! When Valencia and Maverick officially met four years ago, she had done her best to seek his attention in all ways; foolish methods weren't left out, that everyone in the country knew that she was foolishly in love with him, adding more stain to her reputation. And when Maverick finally asked her to be his girlfriend three years ago, she felt like the most happy woman in the world. For him, sh
The music played by the orchestra pervaded the expensive and beautiful white hall. Different flowers were neatly arranged in all corners of the hall, but that doesn't give it a mediocre look; rather, the flowers stand out and make one's eyes linger on them, their scent softly teasing one's nose. The red carpet in the middle of the hall created nice highlights. The most prominent people sat down on the expensive hall chairs. Even though their faces looked calm, there was a trace of impatience and confusion written in their eyes. Maverick glanced at the time with a frown on his face. It had been over 25 minutes since Valencia should've arrived in the hall, but no one had caught a trace of her yet. The delay made murmurs fill the hall. 'What do you think is happening? Why isn't the bride in yet?' 'I don't know. What do you think? 'It seems the rumors about President Maverick's family not accepting the bride are true. Look, none of the Vandenberg family are present.' 'Mayb
"Our enemies. I think it's the Cirillo group." Cliff stuttered and shivered slightly due to Maverick's cold aura, which seemed to want to suffocate him. "Cirillo." A hint of amusement flickered past Maverick's eyes, and he let out a guttural chuckle. Cliff shivered, understanding that this was the calmness before the storm; Maverick's furious mode had been triggered. He quickly lit a candle in advance for Valencia, knowing that once Maverick had her in grasp, she would wish for death rather than living. "Very good. Valencia. Good." Maverick proclaimed with a clenched jaw. Soon, Maverick's expression changed, and a wicked sneer surfaced on his face. So what if she escapes? He had the influence to make Valencia live like a rat if she wanted to avoid him. "Announce that Maverick's wife, Valencia, has disappeared, and anyone who can find her will get rewarded with $15 million. Also, cancel the wedding and tell the PR to report a good reason." Maverick ordered coldly and began
In a VVIP private room of one of the top and most expensive bars in Lex Country, there were four men. There were different, expensive, and century-old alcoholic drinks on the table. Three of them each had a half-naked woman wrapped tightly around their arms, seductively. On the stage in the private room, a beautiful woman with a seductive gown that flaunts her smooth lap dances to a melodious tune. At the center of the room sat a handsome and impeccable man in a black suit, sitting majestically. His eyes were closed, and his finger gently held a lit cigarette. The cigarette smoke gave him an ethereal and illusionary, heart-racing image that made the ladies blush. Cliff pushed past the door and entered the room. "Young masters." Cliff greeted the three men with a slight bow, and they nodded in reply before Cliff walked to Maverick. "Boss." Cliff greeted and whispered some words next to Maverick's ears. Hearing Cliff's report made Maverick open his deep black eyes with a c
"Mama, you're on the TV next to a handsome uncle and a pretty sister who's not as beautiful as momma. Mom looks so beautiful." Iris suddenly announced with a giggle. Her blue eyes were fixated on the TV as she played with a strand of her wavy chestnut brown hair that fell to her waist while swinging her legs playfully. Hearing Iris's sentence made Valencia freeze. She stopped typing and shut her laptop before speeding out of her room in her cute print cat pajamas. Valencia quickly sped down the stairs without catching her breath. She placed her two hands on her thin waist as soon as she arrived in the living room. She feigned a cold and lecturing expression and stance as she chided the extremely cute quadruplets whose attention was now placed on Valencia. "I told you not to watch the news anymore; watch cartoons and children's shows instead." Valencia chided in exasperation. She only knew about children wanting to watch cartoons and children's shows, but her children were th
"Muah!" Four loud kisses were suddenly placed on Valencia's cheeks, jolting her from reverie. A warm feeling invaded Valencia's heart, and a smile blossomed on her face. She ruffled their hair and hugged them again. Still, life has been good to her; Valencia knows, and she won't complain. After all, for the first three weeks after Valencia arrived in the country, she couldn't leave the apartment because of Maverick's guards, who were positioned everywhere. For Valencia, who had escaped, she couldn't use her line not to talk of removing funds from her account because she knew that might lead to Maverick tracking and discovering her hideout easily. Valencia, who was running short of funds and didn't want to bother the Cirillo family, began to panic. Having no choice, she started crossdressing and applying thick makeup to evade the men's search. Luckily, within a week, she was able to land a job in a coffee shop near the house, but before she was able to spend two months at
Tears welled up in Tatiana's eyes, and her eyes were filled with uncontained sadness. Maverick took out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped her tears away like a perfect gentleman, his actions soft and careful. "It's okay. It's a thing of the past. I won't let anything happen to you again." He coaxed her in a gentle voice, his voice extremely sincere. Tatiana tucked a strand of hair between her ear and sighed dejectedly, looking frail and beautiful, giving one the urge to protect. "I know. Returning here after such a long period made me emotional. I'm sorry for letting you see this…" Before Tatiana could continue, a waiter brought in Maverick's order with familiarity. "Young master. Miss." The waiter greeted the two before helping Maverick set up his food. Maverick had been a regular at the restaurant for the past few years, so his preferences had been known. However, it was Tatiana's first time coming to the restaurant, so they were at a loss for what to serve her. "M
Aviva's lips parted slightly in shock. "You've seen it?" Aviva knew how much Valencia despised news channels, blogs, social media, newspapers, etc. because she was afraid that she could come across Maverick’s image. Hearing such words fall from Valencia made her amazed. Valencia didn't bother denying either. "Yes, Aviva. Now I need help. I need to return to Lex." Valencia implored truthfully. She knew that if she tried to return to Lex with her influence, Maverick would be able to trace her, and if he did, that'd be the end of her Not to talk about her cute quadruplets, which Valencia must do her all to hide. In the wedding contract, Maverick had written that Valencia mustn't get pregnant throughout the five years or else she'll need to abort it because Maverick won't give anything the chance to come in between Maverick and Tatiana's relationship. Beside, he even quotes that if she secretly ends up giving birth to a child behind his back, the child will be taken away from Va
The doctor bowed to Valencia and the Cirillo family as soon as he completed his report. The Cirillo family already expected the doctor's report because it was just like during the quadruplet's pregnancy. Valencia's health always turns frail whenever she's pregnant. Due to that, she will always have a meal and nutrition timetable curved for her; she'll have to lessen her work and take more rest, etc. and it was just as the doctor said after checking Valencia up “This means Valencia has to stop visiting that damn filming location.” Aviva immediately expressed as soon as the doctor left. Aviva parted her chest and smiled sweetly. “I really didn't want Valencia to hang around that...” damn Maverick… Before Aviva could complete her words, she immediately recalled the presence of the smartass quadruplet, which put a stop to her words. Aviva was afraid that if she wasn't careful, she might mistakenly let out some words to the quadruplet. And since the quadruplet are very smart. T
“Valencia, I already got it. I already bought it.” Aviva grabbed Valencia's hand as soon as Valencia stepped out of the car and enthusiastically spoke in a hushed voice that couldn't be heard by anyone except for the both of them. Upon seeing the two women acting unusually again, Corbyn simply arched his brows and strode into the mansion while making a call. Upon hearing Tatiana's words, Valencia's calm façade broke, and her body unconsciously straightened; her body became tense. The result of the pregnancy test will spell her fate. Soon, she'll discover if she had gotten pregnant for Maverick or not. Valencia's hand fell on her stomach. What if Valencia already got pregnant? What will she do this time? Immediately, the recollection of Maverick accompanying Tatiana early in the morning flashed through her mind. Valencia's mood immediately became calm, and she hissed, her lips puckering to form a sulk. Yet she obediently followed Aviva into the room. Upon seeing Vale
Roman suddenly raised the box of lunch in his hands, his lips pressed together in a thin line. His eyes fell on Valencia, and he spoke, “Even with that wounded hand, you made this box… Thanks.” Valencia made a face and puckered her lips in unhappiness. Who wanted to make this for him? If he didn’t threaten her, she wouldn't. “It’s not for you…” Roman calmly interrupted, his eyes not falling on Valencia even for once. “Yes, I know. It’s to buy back yourself, isn’t it?” He retorted. Valencia suddenly stopped and turned to Roman calmly. Sue emitted in a serious voice, “I can’t do this anymore. Mr. Roman should think of what you want as payback.” Valencia expressed, and without waiting for Roman to complete his words, she turned to leave. If she discovered that she was pregnant, she would have to stop this because her baby’s health would be her utmost priority. Not to mention that she is very wary of Roman, and she finds him very suspicious! He can even notice Corbyn and Valenci
Aviva bit her lower lip and blinked her eyes anxiously. She grabbed Valencia by the hand and parted her lips, “Um…” “Um, nothing.” Valencia quickly interjected, raised her hands, and used them to cover Aviva’s lips before Aviva could let out her words. Valencia quickly pulled Aviva to the side, placed her hands on her hips, and gave Aviva a stern gaze. She whispered next to her ear. “It’s not known whether I’m carrying a baby or not. I haven’t felt anything since that time. Why are you so anxious? Being like this will rat us out? We can’t let anyone know yet.” She expressed sternly and seriously in a breath. Upon hearing Valencia’s stem word, Aviva blinked her eyes, and her back unconsciously straightened. She puckered her lips and stared at Valencia in grievance. "I understand, but I’m just worried about little...” Before Aviva could complete her words, Valencia facepalmed herself and stared at the sky as if she were done. Ever since Valencia retched in Aviva’s presence,
“Mom, what are you cooking?” Hudson's eyes widened curiously, and his cheeks bulged with every bite of the chocolate in his hands. He kept trying to tiptoe and stretch his neck to see what was cooking, but due to his small frame, he failed woefully. Upon seeing the chocolate in Hudson's hand, Valencia's expression changed and slowly turned stern. It’s early in the morning, yet her little baby is already eating chocolate. Not to mention that they snack-binged last night. Immediately, Valencia placed her hands on her waist and pointed at Hudson… “Mom. I already drank a bitter herbal drink. Mom, shouldn't worry about my teeth. Quadruplet is smart, and quadruplet won't make Mom worry at all.” Hudson confessed confidently, interjecting Valencia's words as if he already knew what Valencia planned to say. Upon hearing Hudson's words, Valencia smacked her lips together. She extended her hands and pulled his cheeks playfully. “Smart mouth.” He already gave answers to her questions bef
“Mom, what are you cooking?” Hudson's eyes widened curiously, and his cheeks bulged with every bite of the chocolate in his hands. He kept trying to tiptoe and stretch his neck to see what was cooking, but due to his small frame, he failed woefully. Upon seeing the chocolate in Hudson's hand, Valencia's expression changed and slowly turned stern. It’s early in the morning, yet her little baby is already eating chocolate. Not to mention that they snack-binged last night. Immediately, Valencia placed her hands on her waist and pointed at Hudson… “Mom. I already drank a bitter herbal drink. Mom, shouldn't worry about my teeth. Quadruplet is smart, and quadruplet won't make Mom worry at all.” Hudson confessed confidently, interjecting Valencia's words as if he already knew what Valencia planned to say. Upon hearing Hudson's words, Valencia smacked her lips together. She extended her hands and pulled his cheeks playfully. “Smart mouth.” He already gave answers to her questions bef
Valencia’s brows furrowed, completely stunned by how everything ensued. Corbyn came here to make Tatiana show up, didn’t he? Then why did the mention of that person make the whole ambiance change? And why did Corbyn mention that they should leave? Who is that person? The more Valencia thinks like this, the more curious she becomes. “Big brother Corbyn. Who? Who is that person? What’s going on?” Valencia asked Corbyn in curiosity as soon as they entered the car. Suddenly, Valencia’s heart skipped a beat. Is Maverick in danger? Did that person pose a threat to Maverick and Corbyn? or else why did they become solemn? The more Valencia thinks, the more worry that courses through her. Corbyn’s eyes flickered, but in the next second, his eyes regained their calm, giving one the illusion that it was just one thinking. His glazed eyes fell on the woman. “Valencia.” Upon seeing Corbyn’s meaningful expression, Valencia realized a thing. There’s a high likelihood that this matter
“Eh. Corbyn, you are here.” Valencia paused arranging her things into her bag and straightened her back; her eyes flashed with bewilderment. She didn’t expect that Corbyn would also come to pick her up today… Talking of picking up, ever since Maverick and Tatiana left earlier, they didn’t return! The couples are truly dramatic and overreacting. Let’s say Tatiana was indeed pushed by Valencia. It’s just a simple push without any bruising or anything serious; is that worthy enough for her to go to the hospital? So dramatic! That’s why they are perfectly made for each other… “What’s wrong with your hand?” Corbyn suddenly grabbed Valencia’s hand and asked in concern, his voice very cold and his expression cold and solemn. Upon seeing Corbyn like this, a trail of shivers coursed down Valencia’s spine. She tried to wave her hand with a nonchalant smile and responded with a lie, “It’s nothing serious. The doctor dramatically wrapped…” Before Valencia could complete her
Valencia's shoulder fell, and she downcastly dragged her feet toward the filming location, her expression very pitiful. That damn maverick! She should never have left him to do the cast picking. Even if Maverick isn’t behind the cast's choosing, Valencia doesn’t care at all. Rather, all she felt was that it was all Maverick's fault! In the same movie, there’s Tatiana, there’s Lessie, there’s Gillian, and finally Roman. It can be said that that bastard truly wanted to kill her. How can she be surrounded by people like this in her own movie? Sigh. Sigh. Maverick, that person is truly an infuriating bastard! Upon recalling the past, Valencia’s shoulder fell, and she puffed her cheeks. Back when Valencia was chasing Maverick, there was nothing she wouldn't do! A few days before Maverick's birthday, Valencia saw an expensive luxury black tie that she believed would look good on Maverick. Maverick had always put on a monotone outfit, and he couldn't do without a dark suit