Ethan’s POVThere's something wrong with her, why can't I contact her?I moved restlessly. My whole mind was now anxious about her whereabouts. "How did it go? Have you gotten the location point of her whereabouts?" I approached the IT team tracking Sarah's whereabouts, which seemed to have disappeared without a trace.I couldn't contact her a while ago, which made me panic. It wasn't usual for her to ignore my calls for that long, and even when I asked the others, no one knew about her whereabouts."We found the location, sir. Someone is checking-" The man stopped talking, picked up the incoming call he got, and then looked back at me with a heavy look. "Miss Sarah's phone was found dropped there, sir, while Miss Sarah's whereabouts were not seen there."Oh shit!I looked down as the heart in my chest continued to beat uncomfortably, my fear growing. My mind was suddenly in turmoil, hoping nothing wrong happened to her, but I was sure that something did happen. "Trace Alex's whereabo
Sarah's povHow could he lie to me about something like that?I sighed, pulling my gaze away from him, who seemed to avoid my gaze and just lowered his face.Calling him a liar wasn't exactly right either. He just didn't tell me about the truth, but what if it's not a lie? Is lying the same thing? He avoided explaining a big thing that I should have known because it was as significant as a decision that involved me, but I wasn't told anything."If you think I don't deserve to know what I'm involved in? Then who do you think deserves to know Eth?" I sat not far from him, not trying to judge him, though my tone of voice was a bit cornered.I saw that the man who had beaten Alex so badly had a troubled look on his face. He looked confused and full of guilt stayed with me for a moment then lowered his head again while taking a deep breath.Now he was tired when he had to explain?Should I forgive him and ask him to forget about it and pretend not to know? That's what she wants, is that it
Sarah's pov"Hey... hey... hey... what are you doing?" Lira's voice interrupted me and brought me back to my senses.I looked up at her, twitching my forehead, and asked in a gesture what she meant.She narrowed her eyes and shook her head. "The tea you poured spilled out of the cup. You kept filling it and making it flow since earlier." He pointed at his own cup, which was spilling out its contents.I straightened the teapot I was holding quickly. "Ah, sorry..." My hand put down the teapot, then started to pick up the hand rag to clean it up,But as I did so, I didn't do well. My hand kept nudging the other one, making Lira chuckle, take over the rag in my hand, and wipe it with her hand. While I watched her awkwardly and sat down.In between wiping the table, she glanced at me. I saw it even though our eyes didn't meet. "What's wrong? What are you thinking about that you're losing focus like this?" She put the rag down a little further away, then sat back down as she sipped her tea
Sarah’s POV"Yes, I promise. I won't make that kind of mistake again, Sarah." He spoke to me with his face already somber and his voice low and powerless.From his body gestures, he still seemed hesitant to touch me. The weak smile on her face and her teary gaze made me stare at her helplessly. What I had done must have hurt and frightened her so much I didn't think about that.I only thought of myself being hurt by the fact that I had become an essential condition in the inheritance that my grandfather had mentioned. I felt hurt thinking that they wanted and fought over me just because of that issue alone when there was a considerable possibility that Ethan didn't care about it.Ethan could have done it because it was his heart's desire to have me like he said; he could have been honest. But I was too focused on my ego, the hurt I felt, and my disappointment that he didn't talk to me about something that important. He made me feel like a fool being fought overby two sides without kno
Diana pov"I don't know why I feel bad," I muttered as I sat in the living room clutching a long cup of tea. My heart felt heavy as if it was waiting for something I didn't know yet, making me uneasy.The front door rang, breaking the silence of the night. I stood shakily, feeling the pressure in my chest, and opened the door. In front of the door stood a man with a cold, stern face. He looked unfamiliar. I didn't recognize him, but my gut feeling told me this man was carrying something important to me. "Who are you? What are you doing here?"I watched the man who looked as cold as ice and rigid as a robot with sharp eyes. I tried to act as strongly as possible, not wanting to be intimidated by his presence."Good evening, Ms. Diana," the man said flatly.I looked at him in confusion. "What is it? Who sent you here?"The man took a deep breath before continuing. "I apologize, but I bring bad news. Your son, Alex, has been involved in a car accident tonight. We regret to inform you tha
Diana’s pov"I'll finish you, Ethan! You'll pay for everything I feel!" I clenched my fists tightly.Today still felt like a storm ready to hit. I arrived at Ethan's house with a burning heart full of anger. The frustration that had been building up all this time had reached its breaking point, and I felt there was no other way but to vent all my feelings. Ethan, that bastard, has done something very disappointing, and I won't stop until he admits his guilt. Then I'll take him to prison and make him rot in it.When I arrived in front of Ethan's house, the atmosphere seemed to respond to my anger. The sky was overcast, and the wind blew hard, creating the same atmosphere I was experiencing. I knew I would make a mess, and I didn't care. I prepared for a big confrontation, not caring about anything that might happen.Without thinking about the consequences, I started shouting. "Ethan! Come out! You have to explain what you did!" My voice echoed around the house, and I could see the few
Ethan’s povI just got home, and my feelings are mixed. My steps feel heavy, as if every step is carrying a very heavy burden. Since this morning, today has been really tiring and emotional. I know I have to face this situation immediately and explain everything to Sarah, she needs to hear it, even though I'm actually lazy to discuss it."But it is necessary for Sarah to still know what happened, I have promised to tell everything to that woman from my own mouth. Whether it is important for her to know or not, let her conclude it."When I opened the door of the house, the atmosphere inside seemed to contrast with the weather outside which was filled with a buzzing sky, cold weather and other things that supported me to be gloomy.But strangely, inside it looked bright and warm. The nuance was so alive because there was someone there who made it warmer.In the living room, Sarah sat on the sofa with a tense expression when she saw my face looked a little gloomy, she looked confused and
Sarah's POV"Look what the seagulls brought Eth." I spread my arms out, pointing toward the expanse of the open sea where many seagulls were flying around, waiting for the fish to surface.Ethan turned to me for a moment before he set his sights on the seagulls I mentioned, his arms drawing my body closer to his as the wind picked up and blew toward us. "Ah, he's got a big fish in his beak." He looked at me with a laugh, watching my face as I laughed.I nodded as I watched the fish being painstakingly carried away by the seagull that didn't want to share its catch with others. Even birds try that hard in life and don't want to share their efforts with others.Seeing it made me think back to the situation Ethan and I were facing on the ship's deck, which was running steadily with the wind blowing against us. I thought about where we had come to with what we had gained. I wondered if this was too much or the other way around.I honestly don't feel guilty for what Diana did to me. I hone
Sarah's POV“What do you think of the dress?” I twirled before Lira, who sat casually in her chair, nibbling on something.Lira’s eyes carefully assessed me from head to toe with a serious expression. Then, she motioned with her hand for me to turn around and show the other side. Only after doing so she nodded approvingly. “You look perfect,” she praised me with a satisfied smile.She got up from her seat and walked over to me, her hands gently adjusting a few strands of my hair that were out of place, making me look slightly untidy.“There’s no one more beautiful than you,” she effortlessly complimented me again.I chuckled softly at her words. Then, I turned to face the mirror, seeing myself wrapped in a white mermaid-style satin gown that beautifully accentuated my figure.The dress looked stunning with a long skirt and an elegantly open top. I truly loved it, but I couldn’t help feeling a little self-conscious. “But don’t you think it’s a bit too much?” I asked.From behind me, Ly
Ethan's POV After finishing our meal together, Sarah once again disappeared from sight. I’m sure she’s busy with Edmund now. That little boy has stolen his mother from me. No matter what or where Edmund is her priority, I feel my position has been shifted."Sir, would you like me to prepare some tea?" Emy asked me.I shook my head, intending to return to work for a while, but I changed my mind this time. "No need. Have you seen where Sarah is?""Miss Sarah is in Master Edmund's room, sir. She's putting him to sleep," Emy replied promptly.I figured she'd be there. I remember telling her that Edmund should get used to sleeping in his room. After all, he's old enough. But Sarah said she couldn't bear it and would stay with him until he fell asleep.I then moved toward Edmund's room, right next to mine. "Is he asleep?" I asked Sarah as soon as I entered.I hugged her tightly from behind while gazing at our sleeping son. I rested my chin between Sarah’s shoulder and neck and kissed her s
Ethan povAs soon as they finished eating together, Sarah did not show herself again, to the point that I am sure she must also be busy with Edmund this time. The little boy stole his mother from me, so now, whatever it is and wherever it is, Edmund is her priority, and my position has shifted."Master want me to prepare tea?" Emy asked me.I shook my head. I had originally planned to go back to work for a while, but this time, I canceled my intention. "No need. Where did you see Sarah?""Miss Sarah is in Mr. Edmund's room, sir. she was putting him to sleep." Emy replied immediately.I thought she must be there. I remember telling her to get used to Edmund going to his own bedroom; after all, Edmund was old enough, but Sarah said she couldn't bear it and would stay with him until Edmund fell asleep.I then moved there, walking to the room next to mine. "Is he asleep?" I asked Sarah just as I entered Edmund's room.I walked up to her even though I hugged him from behind. Looking at our
Ethan povAfter Sarah went downstairs to the inn, she needed to stay until her condition completely recovered after giving birth. I was in the room with her still holding her hand and stroking her gently."Do I look ugly?" she suddenly asked about it.I moved my eyebrows up silently, smiling, and shook my head slowly, denying her words. "It's not at all that you always look beautiful in my eyes, yesterday, today, and whenever; it doesn't matter what happens."My eyes looked at her with a gentle glint, and then my hand moved slowly, caressing her hair. Sarah, who just a few hours ago faced the Biggest Thing in her life, looks very beautiful in my eyes right now. You could say she was the most beautiful woman I had ever met. No woman could match her beauty; she was perfect for me."Does it feel so painful?" I looked at her with a fixed gaze and rubbed her cheeks slowly.The woman lying weakly on the bed shook her head slightly. She still looked helpless. "I'm not sure what it would be l
Ethan's POV"Sarah, what's going on? What happened?" I panicked and rushed into the bathroom after hearing her cry. I found Sarah bracing herself against the wall, visibly in pain, stretching her arms.I quickly turned off the faucet, grabbed a towel, and wrapped it around her. She clung to me, wrapping her arms around my shoulders. "I think I'm having contractions... I think it's time.""Time to give birth?" I looked at her, shocked.Even though we had prepared everything and eagerly anticipated this day, I still felt nervous when it finally arrived. I had researched what to do when Sarah went into labor, preparing myself as best as possible.But what you think and face are two very different things. My mind went utterly blank, overwhelmed with panic and fear. I repeatedly took deep breaths to calm myself as I helped Sarah get dressed."Okay, we’re heading to the hospital now. I’m taking you there." Once she was dressed, I lifted her and carried her downstairs, gently placing her in
Sarah's POVEthan immediately adjusted everything accordingly when I heard that we were having a boy. He called the decorators to prepare the room with a baby boy theme.Blue, white, and yellow dominated his chosen colors for the room's design. "Do you like it?" he glanced at me as I stood at the doorway.Meanwhile, Ethan was inside, moving around to arrange everything. He forbade me from entering, saying the smell of the paint was still too strong and could bother my senses. He was right. Even from a distance, I could still see the pungent paint fumes.I smiled and nodded. "Yes, I love it. I'm sure our little one will love it too. If he knew his dad prepared all of this for him, he’d be so happy."During my pregnancy, Ethan seemed happy, but his emotions during the first and second trimesters were quite complex. He was joyful, yet at the same time, he looked anxious, worried, and full of confusion. He expressed his concerns by forbidding me from doing many things and becoming overly
Sarah POV “Good morning, Miss Sarah. How are you today?” The doctor who regularly manages my pregnancy greeted me with her usual friendly demeanor.I smiled in response. “I’m good, Doctor,” I replied, pulling a chair across from her.The doctor began by reviewing my previous pregnancy reports. “Any complaints recently, Miss? How’s your pregnancy going?” she asked, briefly meeting my gaze before returning to the documents.Lately, there haven't been as many issues as the first and second trimesters. Both those stages were incredibly challenging. In the first trimester, I lost a lot of weight, which caused Ethan to panic.During the second trimester, though the severe nausea had subsided, my body still took a long time to adjust.But now, I could smile and answer, “No complaints, Doctor. Everything’s been fine with the pregnancy lately, though it’s getting a bit hard to move around.”The doctor smiled again. “That’s because the baby is growing healthily, and the weight has increased.”
Sarah POV "It seems we have to head back now," the devil beside me whispered softly, kissing my forehead after he finished his phone call. He had just received another call from Luke. I overheard a bit of it, and it sounded li ke something urgent at the office required Evan's presence. From what I know, they're signing a new project, and it might be the one that needs Ethan's direct attention. Well, to be fair, he's been on vacation for quite a while now. He took time off earlier to care for me after that incident with Diana's appearance. Before that, he also took an extended vacation when we went to an island, thinking I'd get bored staying home. Ethan's been spoiling me in many ways, but it's time for him to return to work. I gently stroked his face. "Yes, besides, we've been on vacation long enough. Have you contacted Elda to tell her not to follow us?" I suddenly remembered our personal chef, Elda, whose cooking made this trip even more delightful. She was never disappointed;
Sarah POV -“Do you not have a good relationship with James?” I turned to him as he opened the door for me.He glanced at me briefly. “Why do you ask?” He guided me inside carefully, still faithfully holding my hand and supporting my body.I shook my head lightly. “It’s nothing, I’m just curious. You two don’t seem to communicate well. Every time you start talking, it sounds like you're trying to punch and counter each other, then move on to the next attack.”I heard him chuckle softly. “Does it really sound like that?”I nodded. “Yes, it sounds like that and it looks like that. But strangely, your conversations go smoothly. You ask, and he answers, explains, and gives information. I thought he was really neglecting Grace.”I sighed, thinking it would have been the worst if that were true. But thankfully, it wasn’t, even though I had already misunderstood James. I thought he wasn’t a good father, but I didn’t know what he’d been through, what he’d done to raise his daughter alone and