Ethan's pov"Sarah? Where are you?" I walked into the house and found no one else around.The house was deserted, with no servants milling around as they usually do with work. As I continued to walk, I stared strangely and questioned where were they all? What happened? Could it be something...?I quickly shook my head, denying the bad thoughts I was thinking. I knew I had to be vigilant, but I didn't want that kind of thing to settle into my subconscious and happen. As much as possible, I had to push my fears away and stay positive no matter what.But this was making me uneasy. "Where did they all go?" I took out the phone from my other hand while the other hand lowered the peaches Sarah had asked me to buy onto the dining table.I repeatedly tried to call her, but there was no answer from the other end; I ran straight to her room, and as soon as I opened the door, I became even more panicked. My chest was pounding, my fear was getting worse, and seeing her not in the usual place I go
Ethan’s POV"Why do you think you don't deserve it?" I often found Sarah to have such low confidence.Seeing her wonder about what she deserved and didn't deserve bothered me. When people out there unknowingly want something more to be able to have, she feels unworthy.If someone like her feels unworthy of receiving goodness and happiness in her life, then I can say that no one is more deserving of it.I held her hand tightly while looking up at the afternoon sky. "Believe me, you are more than worthy Sarah. You deserve all the happiness you can get. For what you do, you deserve to be happy and have no reason to question it."Everyone deserves happiness, and no human being should ever feel unworthy of the joy that comes their way because when they think and feel that way, they are genuine people who deserve happiness."What's wrong?" I looked to the side and found her pushing away, her head resting on my shoulder.There was something strange about the look on her face, she didn't look
Ethan’s POvLately it will become increasingly restless with Sarah's condition, she makes me worry about her condition. I continued to be uneasy, even though some people who knew about Sarah's pregnancy said it was fine and I didn't need to worry too much.But I can't deny that Sarah's situation significantly affects me.Yes, only some people knew about Sarah's pregnancy. I did it on purpose because I was worried about her situation. I was afraid that if the news spread further and reached others, it would bring Sarah lousy luck.The only people who knew about her pregnancy were Luke, Santika, Donna, and Lira. Lira has been a great help to me during Sarah's pregnancy. Lately, she has often visited to take care of herself.I was pretty happy because every time she came, Sarah became happier. Lira, who came with various things, always brought the old knowledge with her. Yes, she's the only one with a mother among us, even though her mother lives far away. She's constantly updated about
Ethan’s POv"Don't be sad because of me," Sarah said again that, in between her meals, her thoughts didn't stop there.I looked at her. She was trying not to care as she said it, but I could tell she was holding back the sadness in her eyes; she wasn't in a good place herself, asking me not to worry too much about her situation.She took over her spoon and ate herself, lowering her gaze to avoid me. "You've done enough for me. Why do you feel guilty?"I really should have just clenched my mouth shut.Which part of me had forgotten to deal with. The doctor often emphasized her emotional state, which could be more sensitive, and Lira even confirmed it to me.She who repeatedly met with me often discussed it in detail even if only in passing, she asked me not to forget about it and be careful because her sensitivity could trigger deep sadness and have a harmful impact on her pregnancy.At one point, Lira told me she couldn't understand why Sarah was crying because they were looking at an
Sarah pov"Are you sure you want to come with me? Don't want to stay home? I can get someone to drive you home if you want." Ethan turned to me after he stopped his car in the parking lot in front of the building.I looked at those eyes intently, slightly bending my eyebrows. "No, we already discussed it. Let me come inside."He sighed deeply. I began to think that maybe he didn't want me to pay attention to him during work or was bothered by my presence. Wasn't he happy with me being around?Ah, am I the only one who thinks that?"Alright, but don't work. Just sit in my room and don't do anything." He warned sternly.I nodded my head immediately and excitedly. "Alright." I really couldn't work anyway.Considering that I had arrogantly said I would keep working because I was bored and couldn't do anything by staying home, what nonsense!The first semester of pregnancy was tough. I didn't have the energy to move my fingers, let alone work. I couldn't even sit for hours.My stomach was
Sarah pov"What would you like to order, Sarah?" Ethan turned to me after carefully seating me in one of the chairs with a view of the window, which looked so beautiful from a height.I looked at the row of counters that showed the food menu neatly arranged in special containers. I looked at it for a long time until I finally decided what I wanted to eat with heavy consideration. "I'll have set menu A, complete with berry juice." She didn't allow me to take my own order there.The office cafeteria provides self-service for food collection. Those who eat there will only be served to get their food rations according to the measure. The rest will be done by the efforts of those who visit alone.Ethan nodded while lightly rubbing my cheek. "Alright, I'll be right back, so wait here for a while." He departed from there immediately.Like his request, I waited quietly in my place, observing him from afar with a smile. Who cares about the glances of the people around me when I have Ethan at t
Sarah pov"Can you give me the documents I requested for this month?" I spoke to the person in charge of the documents I would ask to check today.The person looked deftly at my desk. "I'll give it to you, ma'am." He replied with a polite word.Yes, entering the second trimester, I began to involve myself with work more actively. It was all because my condition was getting better. It's not completely good; it's just that I've adapted more to my pregnancy, and my nausea tendency has also decreased more.If I stayed at home without doing anything to keep me busy, I would become lackluster and bored. Finding something to do and being busy was still not fun when it was just me, so I asked Ethan's permission or forced him to let me go back to work. After a long conversation and a lot of debate, he finally allowed me to go back to work, but with many conditions that I had to follow, among which I had to obey his orders.I agreed and here I am now, back at work with the others. But something
Sarah pov"Don't you think that he's overdoing it lately?" I exited the car with Lira's help, who opened the door quickly and helped me get up more easily.I've noticed that since I got pregnant, people have been paying more attention to me, especially Ethan and Lira. I'm sure Lira did this not only because Ethan insisted on her taking care of me and making sure I was safe but also because of her concern for my well-being and her desire for me to be okay without feeling anything less.I told you that sometimes she's like a sister, a mother, and a friend to me. She quickly switches roles and makes me have it all. The thing I'm most grateful for in life is having her in my life.Lira wrapped my arm around hers as she led me to walk beside her. "What's too much? He's doing the natural thing by worrying about you. Don't get too overwhelmed by his attitude. When he doesn't care about anything, then when you're pregnant, it hurts, so just enjoy his attention as much as you can."She has a p
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