October 2, 2024. One Chapter only. Guys, this week, I think I can only update once a day. My oldest son has a few follow-up check-ups. But if I finish early, I will try my best to publish two chapters. Thank you for understanding.
Everyone’s eyes were on Anthony at that point. Renee was particularly confused with his actions. But eventually, Anthony responded to Michael with a laugh, saying, “Ask me? I’m not Renee. Why don’t you ask her?”“I was— I was helping her out. It’s the first time you have met, and Renee tends to be reserved around new people,” Anthony suggested.The commissioner leaned back. He crossed his arms against his chest and said, “Okay, well. Let’s try that again, shall we?”“Renee?” Michael asked. “Go ahead, ask me anything,” Renee politely responded.“Yes, Michael, you can ask Renee anything,” Abner encouraged. While all this was happening, Renee noticed Adrian giving Anthony a strange look. Once Anthony became aware, he turned his attention to his food and simply listened. “Are you married, Renee?” Michael asked. “No, I am single. I have never been married,” Renee answered with a smile. “Well, I am a divorced man. So, I have been single for five years,” the commissioner said in a jokin
At first, Anthony simply felt sorry for Renee and what she had been through. She was often left out because of her condition, unable to join Riley and Adrian in their quest for the truth about Raelyn.While living under Adrian’s roof, he got to know Renee’s personality. Her motherly qualities shone, reminding Anthony of Freya. This remained true even after learning that Raelyn was alive. Despite her struggle to walk properly, Renee tried to get involved in preparing Riley and Adrian’s breakfast. Together with Linda, she was often the first one at the dining table with a big smile on her face. “Good morning! A healthy breakfast to start everyone’s day!”“I made smoothies! With Linda’s help, of course. This will be great for the baby, Riley.”“Adrian, are you sure you are going to work? How about taking a break? You look like you could use some.”“Anthony? Are you leaving without breakfast? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, plus you get to spend it with family. Why don’
Anthony was in his bed, back at the old mansion. He was sleeping, yet smiling. He was in a dream, and in that dream, he saw Freya chasing after butterflies. Freya loved butterflies. Then, Anthony’s dream shifted to a scene when Freya was still pregnant with Adrian. In the garden, Freya found a caterpillar pupa. She had watched the pupa for days, and when it became fully transparent, and the shape of the butterfly became obvious, Freya stayed by the plant for two hours. Anthony participated in the observation, bringing his laptop to the chrysalis’ location. Then, the most magical thing happened: the pupa’s front opened, and the butterfly came out. It flew away; its wings were a bright yellow and orange!“Metamorphosis, isn’t it great?” Freya said. “It symbolizes many things, like freedom, personal growth, renewal, or simply a beautiful change.”Anthony awoke from the dream with tears brimming in his eyes. He never expected to have that dream of Freya. In fact, he had not dreamed of
“Renee,” Anthony said after taking a deep breath. “This is for you.”Renee gasped, abandoning her walking stick since there was only a meter of distance between them. She graciously accepted the flowers with a warm smile.“Thank you, they are beautiful,” Renee answered. All of a sudden, Anthony forced himself up from his wheelchair. It alarmed Renee that she unwillingly opened her arms, ready to catch him. Before Renee knew it, Anthony embraced her tightly. He leaned into her head as if taking in her scent. He said, “God, I missed you.”“You have a strange way of showing it,” Renee answered. While holding the flowers, she hugged him back with the same passion. Together, they created a balance that allowed Anthony to keep his stance. “I’m sorry,” he said. “I just wanted to make sure about which direction to take.”“And what is it?” Renee softly asked while tears brimmed in her eyes. “I decided I did not like the idea of you being with another man; I mean, I should be your man, not
What would happen if the legal wife confronted her husband’s mistress? Riley imagined she would remain composed. After all, she was in the right, and she had every reason to fight, but her body unknowingly shook from anger. It was challenging to contain the hatred she harbored for this woman before her. “What are you doing here?” Claire Monet, the young mistress, asked.Riley Allen Martin, twenty-seven, the legal wife and accomplished jewelry designer, responded fiercely, “I decided to fight for my marriage.”“But you've already agreed to the divorce,” Claire reacted, her big blue eyes narrowing and her face darkening.Ignoring Claire, Riley attempted to walk past her, but Claire grabbed her wrist and pointed out, “I’m pregnant with Brian’s child.”Pulling her arm away, Riley curtly said, “I need to talk to—”"Ahhh! Miss Riley? What did I do to you?” Before Riley knew it, Claire was sprawled on the floor, calling, “Brian, she pushed me! Help! Our baby!"Stupefied, Riley was shocked
"My baby!" Riley woke up with her hand on her belly, her heart beating wildly. "My baby -""Riley, calm down—" Riley turned to a man who was calling her name. She was shocked by his presence and initially could not grasp what he was saying.Next to her hospital bed was Adrian King, the first son of the wealthiest family in the city of Halliport. Though there was a noticeable change in him, Riley immediately recognized him. He was a figure from her past, someone who had become a stranger to both her and her husband.On a normal and happy day, Riley was like a ray of sunshine. She possessed long, wavy blonde hair, a heart-shaped face, and dazzling green eyes. However, that day, Riley did not have to look in the mirror to know she was a mess. Hours earlier, she had been crying her heart out in her car, only to be saved by a stranger. After undergoing medical evaluations and treatments, she passed out due to emotional stress. And now, she found herself back in her miserable state, panicki
In another hospital, Brian Martin held his mistress' hand. Claire was crying in bed, assuming her situation had gotten worse."Brian, I might lose our baby. Your wife, she–she tried to kill our baby," Claire's tear-streaked face bore a look of anguish as she said."I should have just left the city and raised this baby on my own! I'd rather my baby live a peaceful life than be hated by your wife," Claire added. "Why did you have to make me a mistress, Brian? Why?”"I'm sorry, Claire. This was my fault." Brian embraced Claire tightly. He stayed by her side until she cried herself to sleep. Seconds turned into minutes, and Brian continued to stroke her back until he lay her flat on the bed. Brian wiped the tear stains on his lover’s face, feeling helpless. He thought back to the time when he first met Claire.A few months ago, Brian had a business meeting with a VIP client named Mr. Leopard in a high-end KTV bar. They rented a private room, and Claire walked in as the main food attendan
"At six in the morning, Zia came to see Riley first. She reported, "Brian asked me to help check on his... on his..."Zia's words were cut off because Riley resumed, "Claire? He asked you to check on Claire?"Riley frowned, thinking about how Brian blamed her last night. He wouldn’t even listen to her. Then she softly replied, "You should help in any way.""I hate him, and I hate that innocent-looking lover of his even more, but it doesn't mean an unborn child should be deprived of the best medical help. I know you are one of the best new doctors right now, Zia," Riley said. "So, you should. At least he would get off my back, I hope."Riley saw Zia's complicated expression. Zia sighed and replied, "You really are a good person, Riley. My cousin doesn’t deserve you.”Zia took a few steps back and said, "I better go.""Zia?" Riley asked.Looking down, Riley paused and pondered. Then she decided, "I don't want to have anything to do with Brian anymore. I—I don't think you need to tell hi