March 7, 2025. Chapter 1-2.
“I must have drunk too much coffee,” Taylor said, pressing a hand to his chest.Charlie laughed. “You’re nervous.”“What? No, I’m confident,” he smirked, flashing a fake grin. Taylor could try to hide it, but deep down, Charlie knew he was worried about the day’s outcome. He had even made an effort
“I thought of introducing you to my daughter because you’re a great kid, Taylor, and it’s a shame that your girlfriend’s father hasn’t accepted you yet,” Adrian went on, not thinking straight. “But—”He sucked in a deep breath before resuming, “This isn’t the perfect timing. Charlie will be here in—
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 befor
"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 o
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
"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
Riley knew Zia would oppose her leaving, but her mother's life was at stake. The nurses mentioned that Zia was still due to report for work in eight hours. Riley could not wait. So, Riley decided to sign a discharge waiver against medical advice. After leaving the hospital, Riley went to her mothe
Riley's eyes widened in disbelief, her mind struggling to process the unexpected proposal. She blinked repeatedly and probably did the whole blinking cycle three times. "Yesterday, I missed something important, so I need a wife. Since you owe me a favor, I was hoping you would marry me," Adrian sai
“I thought of introducing you to my daughter because you’re a great kid, Taylor, and it’s a shame that your girlfriend’s father hasn’t accepted you yet,” Adrian went on, not thinking straight. “But—”He sucked in a deep breath before resuming, “This isn’t the perfect timing. Charlie will be here in—
“I must have drunk too much coffee,” Taylor said, pressing a hand to his chest.Charlie laughed. “You’re nervous.”“What? No, I’m confident,” he smirked, flashing a fake grin. Taylor could try to hide it, but deep down, Charlie knew he was worried about the day’s outcome. He had even made an effort
Taylor joined in: "ZOOM! KA-BLAM! SIZZLE SIZZLE—OHHH NOOO!"At first, Adrian was confused, but then a small drone lifted a banner that read: [Fireworks not allowed as per Governor Carrington!]"Sorry, Mom. We can only give you the sound effects," Taylor teased, and the Carringtons erupted into laugh
The first day on the plantation was tiring because they spent most of it out in different orchard fields, either walking or riding carts. For Adrian's family, it was both educational and refreshing. One of the highlights of their gathering was dinner. Aside from the bountiful food display, the compa
Adrian sighed, his mind drifting to his youngest daughter.***Carrington Nut Plantation. “Welcome! Welcome!” Governor Carrington greeted them warmly in the farmhouse’s front yard. “Welcome to our pride and joy.”Since the Suncrest Valley deal was between Charles and Douglas Carrington, Adrian had
Charlie: [I just arrived at Uncle Prince’s office. Don’t worry about me.]Adrian read Charlie’s text with a bit of heartache. Earlier that day, Charlie had skipped breakfast, staying in her room until they left for Suncrest Valley.They were traveling by land to the Carrington Nut Plantation, and Ad
“Dad!” Charlie objected. “I need to talk to you. It’s now or never!”“I approve of you working for King’s Pay,” Adrian said with a smile. “All good?”“I want to talk about the guy I was telling you about,” Charlie attempted. “He’s really great, Dad.”“I’m sure he is, sweetie, but let me decide on th
“Charlie? You’re home!” Adrian said on a Thursday evening.“Yes, I’m home,” Charlie responded with a smile before hugging her father at the door. “For a good reason.”“What good reason would that be?” Adrian asked, raising a brow. “Hey, it’s a Friday. Don’t you have class?”“It’s midterms, and some
Taylor’s kisses were on fire. Her jaws were wet, and Taylor was clearly leaving her love bites!“I’ve gotta get off, Babe. I’ll go crazy if I don’t,” Taylor said, raising his body. Charlie did not quite understand, not until he began moving his hips and pushing his bulge in between her thighs. The