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Stefani awoke early, and the soft morning light filtered through the curtains, gently illuminating the room. Jacob lay beside her, sleeping soundly, his arm protectively cast over her middle. She smiled, not wanting to awaken him, as she slipped from the bed. The house was still in these morning hours, and she felt the garden calling her outside for fresh air and a moment of solitude.She quickly dressed and slipped into a light sweater before tiptoeing out. The air was refreshing as she stepped outside, with the soft sounds of birds waking up, greeting the day. The garden stretched in expanse hedged with perfectly trimmed bushes and bright flowers dripping with dew. On its calming properties, the air carried the scent of jasmine.As she walked through the garden, in a dreamy fashion, toward the far end where a small stone bench sat facing the rising sun, she saw the quiet form of a man sitting and sipping from a delicate cup of coffee. Jacob's grandfather.She
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Stefani whispered softly as she stepped into the room, her smile widened with Jacob still being asleep, his chest moving steadily up and down under the soft blanket. His face was all relaxed, a sight which was rarely seen in his often hectic schedule. She tiptoed over to the bed and slid back beneath the covers, not wanting to wake him right away. She lied beside him, could help but grin at the sight of him completely relaxed, dark hair all awry.Her hand reached out to pinch playfully, nipped gently with her fingers at his nose. His brows furrowed in confusion as he stirred but didn't wake. Biting back a giggle, she did the motion again, this time pulling on his ear."Mmm….what.?" Jacob mumbled, still half-asleep, his hand blindly reaching up to bat hers away.Stefani grinned mischievously and leaned closer, her voice a soft tease. "Jacob… wake up. you're missing the morning."He groaned, pulling the blanket higher over his head. "Five more minutes," he muttered, his voice muffled by
Divorcing My Ruthless Husband Chapter 75: The Proposal
Jacob sat opposite his grandfather, Senior Hansley Carter, in the great, opulent study basked in low golden sunlight that streamed in through the high windows. The unease was palpable inside; the weight of what was about to ensue hung heavy in the air. Primo, Jacob's twin brother, stood silent off to one side with his arms crossed, observing his brother with a lookless face.The silence of the moment drew out, finally broken by Jacob, who leaned forward to speak. "You know why I'm here," he started off, quietly yet firmly.Senior Carter stayed seated, his hands neatly folded on his lap, his sharp and piercing eyes sizing Jacob up. He didn't respond immediately, awaiting Jacob to continue.Jacob took a deep breath. "I want the inheritance," he said flatly, his stare locked with his grandfather's. "But I won't give up Stefani to get it."Primo shifted slightly, his brow furrowed. He didn't interrupt, yet from the tension in his posture, he was as eager to know what was to follow.Senior
Divorcing My Ruthless Husband Chapter 76: The Farewell and the Promise
The crisp morning air was cool against Stefani’s skin as she and Jacob stood by the entrance of the grand estate, bags packed and ready to leave for the airport. The trip to Japan had been overwhelming, but also full of unexpected moments—particularly with Jacob’s grandfather.As they turned to leave, the heavy wooden door of the mansion creaked open behind them. Senior Hansley stepped out, his imposing figure framed by the doorway. His expression was as stern as ever, but there was something in his eyes that hinted at a softer undertone."You should visit again soon," he said, his voice low and gruff. His gaze shifted from Jacob to Stefani. His eyes lingered for a moment on her, then slowly dropped to her stomach.Stefani instinctively placed her hand on her tummy, her heart skipping a beat."I hope the next time you come, you’ll bring along my great-great-grandchildren," Senior Hansley added, his voice carrying a weight of expectation, yet it was softer, almost hopeful.Stefani blin
Divorcing My Ruthless Husband Chapter 77: A Fresh Start
It was already bright when Stefani woke up. The daylight shining through the sheer curtains flooded the room with light, creating streams of gentleness and warmth on her bed. She opened her eyes and stretched out, finding the bed beside her empty. Jacob was already awake.She sat up straight, rubbed some sleep from her eyes, and took in the room. The quiet hum of morning outside was peaceful-sounding, almost idyllic. But still, she couldn't help but wonder where Jacob went. She slipped out of bed, pulling a light robe around her and padding towards the door. As she stepped into the hall, the faint scent of coffee reached her, and a small smile lined her lips.Jacob stood in the kitchen, downstairs; she watched him from where she stood, back to her as he busied himself pouring steaming coffee into two cups. His lips curled into a relaxed smile, and his hair was still somewhat tousled from sleep. It was such a simple, homey scene, it made her heart swell with warmth. She approached him
Divorcing My Ruthless Husband Chapter 78: The Doctor's Visit
The day has finally come, and Jacob and Stefani were ready to go for their doctor's appointment. Both of them were quite nervous and excited at the same time. Hand in hand, they went into the clinic, meeting each other's hopeful glances. It had been a few weeks since the last check-up, and despite being fully cautious with everything, Stefani just couldn't keep the worries in check inside.The welcoming smile of the doctor let her acknowledge their stay as soon as possible, and work commenced without delay. Stefani rested back against the examination bed as the doctor set up her equipment for an ultrasound test. Jacob held her hand tightly while he stood beside her."Let's take a look at how everything is coming along," he said to Stefani, applying cool gel to her abdomen before beginning to move the ultrasound wand over her skin.The room was silent for a minute or so, punctuated only by the soft hum of the machine. And then there was a flicker on the screen, replaced by unmistakable
Divorcing My Ruthless Husband Chapter 79: A Great Surprise
Stefani awoke to the gentle shine of morning light coming in through the curtained window. She stretched lazily. Her hand reached out for Jacob's side of the bed, but he wasn't there. She let a slight frown crease across her face and blinked the rest out of sleep.“Where is he?” she mumbled.She knew Jacob would at least still be beside her, holding on to her sleep. The room was so dead quiet except for the soft music drifting outside up in the basement.Curious, she shrugged off the covers and slid out of bed still wearing her oversized pajamas. She could smell the finely subtle aroma of freshly brewed coffee and something sweet baking wafting through the air. The little nose twitched with excitement as she followed the enticing smell into down the stairs.As she went down, Stefani's eyes widened on what was before her. The whole living room had been transformed. Soft, golden fairy lights draped the walls and opened to a romantic light. Roses and lilies surrounded every nook and cran
Divorcing My Ruthless Husband Chapter 80: A Sweet Reveal and Unexpected Reconciliation
The sunshine filtered through the long windows of Jacob and Stefani's home. Softly it threw its warm radiance upon the room filled with family and close friends for this glorious celebration. Balloons dangled listlessly in the air, light pink and baby blue, intimating the much-expected big day that everyone waited for—the gender reveal.Stefani stood in the middle of the living room, heart racing and all butterflies flying around. To her right was Jacob, whose hand was firmly placed on her lower back, something she always needed at such moments. Two clans were present, the Carter and Hansley families, with their faces aglow with happiness, yet more curious than anything else. Friends mingled as they expressed a wide range of ideas as to what they thought it would bring: boys, girls, or maybe one of each?"Ready?" Jacob whispered to Stefani, his breath warm against her skin. He could sense the pull of her energy; it matched his own.Up at him, she smiled with sparkling eyes. "More than
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