Melinda’s a gorgeous, attractive dwarf who finds herself entrapped in an abusive marriage where she is not only abused and mistreated but she is equally being cheated on. His relentless wickedness has destroyed her self-worth, leaving her feeling insecure and unhappy. Her life changes when she crosses paths with her boss, Ethan, an attractive billionaire CEO. As their love grows, Melinda finds the strength to leave her toxic marriage and be happy. Unfortunately, there are strong obstacles that threaten this as Ethan’s family secrets, his promised union, and Melinda’s ex-husband are bent on making her miserable. As the suspense builds, Melinda needs to confront her greatest fears to claim the happiness and love she truly deserves. Will she be able to escape the wheel of abuse and humiliation that has become her life? Or will she remain a captive of perpetual suffering?
View MoreMelinda paused, her gaze still on Ryan as she tried to understand what he meant. “What do you mean by he is dangerous?” She muttered, her tone careful.Ryan let out a dark laugh. “Melinda, you have no idea who you're dealing with and honestly I feel sorry for you.” He said as he leaned back a bit, his voice heavy with scorn.“Your husband has been in prison for days and it is now you come to see him,” he continued.“You’re the one to talk! When I was in the hospital due to your constant humiliation, did you come to see me?” Melinda fired back, her time sharp and unexpected.Ryan was taken aback, staring at her momentarily before smirking. “Wow… you're talking back at me now? He must be fucking you good… giving you the audacity to talk back at your husband.” He spoke, his words soaked in sarcasm.Melinda readjusted herself, her grip on the phone tightening. “I’m not sleeping with my boss, Ryan. I Don't know where this is coming from but just stop,” she mumbled.Ryan’s eyes didn't leave
“I-I needed the money!” Karen blurted out, breaking the heavy silence that descended the hall. Everybody's gaze was fixated on her, all filled with cold, accusatory glares.“W-who wouldn't! I was in dire need of money so I took a little…That doesn't automatically mean I have anything to do with it!” She stuttered as her tone increased with every word. “It felt like a miracle, and I was desperate so I took it.” She continued, her words spilling out in a rush, filled with defensiveness.The atmosphere in the room felt tense as everyone’s haze remained locked on her, judging her. To them, her statements sounded like someone who was mentally deranged.Ethan was the first to break the silence. “Mr. Collins, you heard her right? This woman knows about the child trafficking and money laundering cartel. Nobody in their right senses takes money that doesn't belong to them!” Ethan uttered as he leaned in, tapping the table with intention, his gaze firmly fixed on Collins.“We are only just a
Melinda sat motionless, her hands pressed against her blistering skin, eyes wide with disbelief. “You… You slapped me?” she whispered, her voice trembling as she spoke.“And I’ll slap you again if you push me!” Amelia sneered, her face twisted in rage. With her hands clenched by her sides, she stepped closer, dominating over Melinda.“You truly believe he loves you?! Girl… he feels sorry for you. You really think someone like…you, would be taken seriously by him? A billionaire and CEO of the biggest bank in this country?!”Every single word Amelia spat out pierced Melinda’s soul as tears kept flowing down her cheeks, her gaze locked on Amelia.Amelia wasn't finished, she drew closer to Melinda, and with her voice leaking with contempt, she spat,“Ask him for the picture of his late wife, Jessica. Sis…you don't come close! He has a type and you're at the very bottom! Once he’s done with you, he’ll spit you out like the trash you are!”Amelia adjusted herself, her eyes scanning Melinda
The atmosphere became heavy with unease, the silence suffocating. Everyone in the hall stared at Ethan, their gaze sharp and crammed with rage beneath, waiting to erupt depending on what he said next.Ethan’s eyes fiercely locked on Amelia’s mother as he broke the silence, his voice cold and firm. “Mrs Deborah,” he growled…“I am not marrying your daughter and you need to get that into your head!”The calm in the room immediately erupted into chaos with Amelia’s brother, Robert, and her father, Dash, jumping on their feet almost at once, their faces distorted in severe rage. Their voices echoed loudly, engulfing the hall with their outrage. “How dare you speak to my mother like that?! Are you mad?!” Robert yelled, his fists tightening at his sides.“Do you even know whose wife you're disrespecting?!” Mr Dash roared, his voice soaked in venom as he trembled with rage.Ethan stood tall, unfazed, and unbothered. He didn't flinch or move, he just stood there, his eyes blazing red with a
Melinda sensed Ethan’s body tense up, his focus abruptly shifting away from her. She quickly halted as her gaze followed Ethan’s to the door entrance. On seeing Amelia, her eyes widened in disbelief as she quickly stood up, her cheeks blushing in shame.Amelia regained herself, her chest heavy with the weight of what she had just seen. Tears flowed down her cheeks as she took a step back. Without saying a word, she turned and ran away, her high-pitched cries echoing through the hotel corridors.——The soft, tingling sound of a spoon striking a glass broke through the low murmur of conversations, drawing everyone’s attention to the head of the table. Mr. Silas Blackwood cleared his throat, his presence commanding the room. “Thank you all for coming, I’m honored,” He started, his tone smooth and composed, carrying an aura of quiet authority.“Today’s my sixty-fifth birthday, and I couldn’t be more grateful to celebrate this milestone with every one of you… my family.”He paused, his
A heavy silence hung in the air, the tension thick enough to slice through. Ethan’s stare shifted to Robert, his face a blend of curiosity and disbelief as he tried to comprehend the audacity Robert had to talk to him in that manner.“What’s that supposed to mean?” Ethan asked as his jaws clenched, his tone as cold as ice. His gaze remained fixed on Robert, challenging him to explain better.Robert scoffed, his disposition relaxed and edged with tension. “I'm just saying…I see the way you look at Melinda; it's quite obvious, Ethan. You're not exactly hiding it. I just want to ensure you don't forget what’s at stake if you don't marry my sister, that's all.”Ethan’s face twisted, caught between the urge to flare up or ignore him. His hands tightened at his sides, but he managed to remain calm.“Consequences, is it? Please enlighten me, Robert. What are the consequences? I'm dying to hear it.” His voice was low and dangerous, each word heavy with defiance.Robert let out a short, humorl
As the atmosphere thickened with tension, Melinda silently handed her phone to Ethan. Ethan took the phone, his eyes scanning the screen. At first, he was calm, then within seconds, his mouth opened in disbelief, his expression shifting from shock to disbelief. “What in the world is this?!” he shouted, his tone sharp and filled with rage. “Is this…my bank?!” he continued as his grip on the phone tightened.“Let me see that,” Lila snapped, as she took the phone from Ethan’s hands. Robert and Amelia hurried over, crowding around her to see what had triggered such a reaction.The video started to play, Lila increasing the volume as the sound of a man’s voice dripping in disgust was narrating the unfolding scene.“Oh my gosh! Why would she do that?! Guys, this woman just pooped in a black bag, right in front of Blackwood.Co bank! And now she's cleaning up after herself.” The camera shifted to show a lady squatting on the pavement. A small crowd had gathered, recording the horror, some f
Ethan’s demeanor shifted, and the air around him thickened as unwelcome memories came back, memories he had fought hard to forget.His gaze, blurred and distant, rested on Melinda as he contemplated whether to answer her question or not. After a brief moment, he stood up and sat next to her, his movements slow and intentional.He let out a deep sigh as he stared into the open space. His voice low and rough, broke the silence.“I was once married.”Melinda’s eyes widened in surprise but she remained quiet, sensing the weight of his voice.“She died ten years ago in a freak accident. When I lost her… I lost myself as well. She was the love of my life and when she left me, I couldn't handle it. I started drinking, smoking, and chasing women. Anything to numb the pain I was feeling.”He paused, his fingers tightening into fists as if trying to hold back a flood of emotions.“One night, I came back drunk. As I sat down in my parlor, I tried to light a cigarette but it didn't budge. Out of
Amelia Reed was the sister to Lila’s husband, Robert. Both families had long envisioned her marriage with Ethan as a way to strengthen their business alliance. However, Ethan had no interest in it as he didn't love her.Amelia on the other hand was a 25-year-old who behaved more like a spoilt teenager, oblivious to Ethan’s lack of interest in her. She was delusional and pursued him with relentless passion, convinced that he would eventually accept her.“Did you miss me?” Amelia chirped, her voice bursting with delight as she jumped into Ethan’s arms, wrapping herself around him. She giggled as her body wiggled with childish energy.Ethan’s face remained bland, his tone indifferent as he mumbled, “Hey.” He hardly looked at her, his face contorting slightly with discomfort.Amelia turned to Melinda, her high-pitched voice slicing through the air like a sharp bell. “Oh, hello!” she gushed.Tilting her head, her wide eyes stared at Melinda like a curious child.“Ethan, you didn't tell me
“Where the fuck are you?! Aren't you supposed to be here to make my dinner before I leave for work?!” Ryan’s angry voice echoed through the phone. Melinda’s heart skipped, a familiar knot of anxiety twisting in her stomach. “I’m so sorry baby. I completely lost track of time. I'm on my way home now, just give me a few minutes.” She quickly gathered her things and left the office, hoping Ryan wasn't too upset. Melinda rushed through the front door, apologizing as she slammed the door closed. “Baby please don't get upset, I was so engrossed in work that I completely forgot I had to make you launch before you left for work”, she pleaded as she kept her handbag on the parlor table. The room went silent, the only sound being the voices of people talking on the TV. Ryan was on the couch, staring at the TV screen as he gulped his beer. For a few moments, he remained quiet and still. Then Ryan spoke. “You must think you've made it now huh? You're the first person to get a promotion r...
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