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That night, Axel arrived home to the mansion and went straight to the master's bedroom.Nancy was still watching TV when Axel entered the room."Thank you for taking care of my wife," he told Nancy."You're welcome," Nany replied, turning off the TV and rising to her feet."How is she?" Axel asked Nancy, observing his wife's face, still sleeping on the bed."She had awakened one hour ago and begged me for a bottle of wine because she wanted to forget her misery. I refused her request, and then she went back to sleep again. I think when you chose Meghan over her, she was hit badly. She told me that she didn't want to live anymore. And she kept crying every now and then," Nancy explained sadly. "I'm worried about her. She looks so depressed and broken right now," she added.Axel breathed deeply, feeling tormented inside. "I'm worried about her too," he said in a despondent tone.Nancy saw the genuine concern gleaming in Axel's eyes. "You really hurt her big time. She looks awful, right?
Sherry just finished booking a ticket for the MR Liner, a passenger ship that would carry tourist visitors and holiday guests to the Heaven & Sea Resort located on an exotic island.Her journey would start tomorrow at 3:00 in the afternoon. It's just a three-hour ride starting from the city's port to the island's location.Excited for her vacation, she went to the closet, put her clothes and underwear on the bed, and then arranged them neatly inside the travel bag. She only needs one bag for her adventure. She wants to travel light so she only brought 7 days worth of clothes and several casual outfits for partying and dancing.She went to the bathroom and put her toiletries in one zip-lock bag.She stood in the middle of the room, thinking about what else to bring with her. Then she remembered the divorce papers. She went to the drawer, picked up the brown envelope and put it in the travel bag. She told her husband that she would sign the divorce papers after she returned home.She ne
When she arrives at her cabin, Sherry can't get over her shock at meeting someone who bears a great resemblance to her husband.She began pacing back and forth on the floor. Do they have the same personality as well?Although it's not impossible for two people to look alike, seeing an actual double of her husband is kind of surreal.Of all the people in the world, she met Axel's look alike in the resort. Ugh! What a bummer!She took a deep breath.Wait a minute...Why is she even bothered in the first place? She and that guy were not even on friendly terms; they just met here on the ship and they might not cross paths again.That Russell guy doesn't mean anything to her, so why would she let his presence affect her mood?Visibly shaken, she went to the balcony and sank into the chair, looking at the wide ocean surrounding the ship, trying to free herself from being so worked up upon meeting a guy who looked similar to her husband.She spent the rest of her time on the balcony, got bac
~Green Mansion~Axel was replaying the video that his wife had sent him. She was wearing a sexy outfit, dancing on the dance floor surrounded by men and holding a glass of alcohol.Oh my God! She looks drunk!Those men will eat her alive! One of them might put a drug in her drinks and she was done for the night. Worse, she will get kidnapped and taken somewhere.He has been calling Sherry for the past few minutes but she has not answering. Where is she?Was she still there in the night club? She didn't inform him that she had already arrived at her destination.His heart was filled with worry for his wife's safety.He needs to know if she is okay.He called her again, but this time she was already responding to his call. Thanks goodness!"Hello," she said in a sleepy tone."Where are you? You made me worried. Answer me!" Axel shouted."Relax, I'm still alive!" Sherry replied calmly."Thanks God! Where are you now? Are you still in the night club?" Axel inquired."No. I'm in my room ri
Sherry was confused about what to say to him since she already had plans to leave the resort this morning. She could tell him a lie and she wouldn't die. "Sure, no problem," she replied with a nod.Russell smiled sexily. "I love how you learn fast, sweetie. We could be dancing tonight in each other's arms all night long. You know what I mean," he said with a wink, hinting at where their relationship is going if she continues cooperating with him.Sherry swallowed the lump in her throat. "Um, you already finished eating. Can we leave now? I want to go back to my room.""Sure," Russell said, standing up.Sherry rose to her feet and walked to the door. She was surprised when she realized that Russell was still walking beside her. "Um, aren't you going back to your room?" she asked."I will go back to my room after accompanying you to your room. Don't worry, I just want to see you back in your room safely, then I'll take my leave," he explained.Dang. Sherry groaned inwardly. He is gettin
Russell swam after Sherry, feeling worried that she would experience leg cramps again.Sherry wasn't able to get far from him because her cramps returned again. She gasped, her face contorted in pain as excruciating pain gripped her leg. She looked at Russell with tears in her eyes. "The cramp is back," she said, misty-eyed.Russell reached her side. "I got you, sweetie. Just relax and worry no more. I will never leave your side," he said softly, wrapping his arms around her waist and pressing their bodies closer together."Thank you," she said in a grateful one. To her, it was a huge relief because she feels protected and safe in his arms. That was the moment when something changed inside her when it came to her perception of Russell.She was astounded when he planted a kiss on her head. A warm feeling wrapped around her heart. She looked into his eyes, pain forgotten for a moment. "Why did you kiss me?"Russell smiled. "I just feel like kissing you is a natural thing to do. I'm sorr
One hour later, Sherry's eyelashes fluttered. She opened her eyes wide and came face-to-face with Russell. He was looking at her intensely."Awake now, sweetie?" he asked, looking at her sleeping form like a precious baby.She smiled. "Yeah. Why are you looking at me like that?" she asked, amused.He caressed her cheeks. "I think I'm falling hard for you. Can you feel it too?"She giggled. "OMG! Why are you so damn serious?""Because I am. I really do. I want to take our relationship to the next level," he said in a serious tone.Her eyes widened in shock. "Whaaat?""Let's live under one roof like husband and wife and see if we are comfortable with each other. It's like trial and error. A living arrangement, a prelude before we get married. We can get married if you can tolerate my attitude and quirks, and I am certain I can endure anything you throw at me. I will provide everything you need during the three months that we're living together," Russell said in an animated tone.Sherry
Russell observed Sherry's face. He's been serious with her but he noticed some doubts flashing in her eyes. "Sweetie, I'm sorry that I've been pressing you so much regarding my intention towards you. But there is a saying that if you find the one, don't let that person go, because if you do, he or she might no longer be yours. You understand what I mean?"Sherry only saw honesty and sincerity in his eyes, and she appreciated that from him. He is the kind of man who knows what he wants and is determined to get what he wants. She feels that he is the perfect guy for her because they are both loyal to the one they love.She smiled broadly. "I think we are compatible because when we fall hard, we stick with that person, thick and thin. Am I right?""Yeah, of course, sweetie. That is why we should be together. I know that you already accepted my proposal to live with me to see if we are compatible with each other. But sometimes I have the feeling that I'm the only one who is serious about
~Nine Months Later~ One sunny day. Inside one of the private rooms of Silver Lake Hospital, Kristina and Russell welcome their first child, a healthy baby boy. Feeling amazed and proud, Russell can't get his eyes off his son. He looks so healthy and big. Tears of happiness shimmered in his eyes while cradling his beloved firstborn. Kristina smiled radiantly. Seeing the father and son bonding skin to skin was a dream come true for her. "Is he sleeping now?" she asked. Russell looked at Kristina and replied, "Yes, he is. He's still a day old. He will keep sleeping for now and only wake up if he's hungry. That's what the nurse told me." "OK. Give our son to me if he is already awake so I can breastfeed him," Kristina said, smiling brightly. She loves being a mother for the first time and getting closer to the guy she fell in love with in such a short time. She hoped he wouldn't discard her easily, knowing she came from a humble beginning, not wealthy like him. Russell continues gazi
Two months later.At 9:00 in the morning, Sherry went to the hospital to fetch her husband. She settled the hospital bills first before going to her husband's room. Three days ago, Axel had finished his physical therapy and was given a go signal to go home by his therapist.When Sherry arrived at the room, Axel already finished packing his things. Clara and Edd went home yesterday to oversee the welcome party they had prepared for their son, starting at 3:00 in the afternoon today."Everything is pack already?" Sherry asked, looking at the two bags in the corner."Yes, hon! I can't wait to go home. I miss home!" Axel gushes excitedly."Alright, if nothing else, let's go home," Sherry said, heading to the door.Suddenly, Axel hugged Sherry tightly. She looked at his face, surprised by his blatant display of affection. "What are you doing?" she asked.Axel planted a kiss on her head. "I miss you. I just want you to know that I'm grateful that you no longer want to divorce me. I apprecia
After entering Russell's penthouse, Kristina's eyes widened in admiration, dazzled by the incredible luxurious place. "Wow, your place is amazing!" she gushes in delight. "I'm glad you like my man cave. Feel at home," Russell said, plopping down on the couch. Kristina lowered herself onto the comfy couch and continued roaming her eyes around the place equipped with modern appliances and amenities. "Do you like to swim in the pool?" Russell offered. "Yes! Show me your pool!" Kristina replied in a thrilled voice. "Follow me." Russell left the couch and walked towards the pool area. Kristina followed him to the pool area. When they arrived there, she smiled ecstatically. "Wow, your pool is amazing! We can see the view of the entire island here! Fantastic view!" she raved in elation. They settled on the sun loungers. Russell poured the bottle of tequila cocktail drink into the two glasses. "Have a drink," he said, handing the glass to his beautiful companion. "Thank you, Sir!" Kri
She looked into his eyes and said, "Alright, I will no longer divorce you but on one condition..." Axel grinned happily. "I agree to all your conditions as long you will no longer divorce me." Sherry rolled her eyes, amused by his reaction after she told him her condition. Her husband is desperate to keep her by his side, no matter the cost. "Alright, we will talk about this matter after you come home. Today is not the right time to discuss family affairs," she said, dropping the topic quickly. "OK, I understand," Axel said, agreeing to his wife's decision to continue discussing their marital condition some other time. The couple bonded with their adorable twins in the bed. The babies' and their parents' joyous laughter filled the room, bringing joy to everyone's hearts. The parents hoped that today's family reunion could be the start of the couple's reconciliation. Sherry, her mother, and the twins stayed in the hospital until early evening. Clara ordered delicious dishes for di
One week had already passed since he last talked to Sherry. Russel was fighting the urge to call Sherry or send her a heartfelt message. He was expecting that she would beg him to reconcile with him. Unfortunately, she never sent him a message of reconciliation. Has she just forgotten him like that? As in? That hurts really bad! He thought he was very special in Sherry's heart. Why didn't she message him for reconciliation? Russell shook his head, feeling sad and disappointed that the woman he genuinely loved moved on quickly from their breakup as if he didn't exist in her heart. He can do the same if she can move on quickly from their broken relationship. He hated to admit that he did miss her so much, but he also got his pride and ego to think about. No! He won't call or message her asking for a reconciliation. He broke up with her, so be it! He will never back out from his decision. It's final! He will never wait for her. Now that he finally manages to break free from his obse
One week later.Sherry was still holed up in the house, not in the mood to leave the mansion. She didn't even bother to buy a new phone, she didn't care about what her husband think about her silence, and she didn't attempt to chat with Russell through her tablet either.The only thing she cares about are the twins, eating ice cream, and chocolates, binging on foods she likes ordering on home delivery service, and watching films and documentaries on TV.For a brief period of time, she managed to create a world without men in her life and she is doing great. She wants to show Russell that she can move on quickly from their failed relationship despite the pain she felt inside.Sherry was busy checking out baby dresses for her twins on her favorite online store while her mother and Mae put baby clothes and diapers in the bags.Vikki glanced at her daughter and asked, "Are you sure you don't want to come with us to the hospital to visit your husband?"Sherry shook her head. "No. I'll go t
In his penthouse in the Heaven & Sea Restaurant, Russell stared at the sex doll lying on his bed that he named Sherry.'Sweetie, I hate to part with you. Now that your twins and I are no longer in a relationship, I must ditch you. If I keep you in bed, you always remind me of her. I won't be able to forget Sherry, and I can't move on if you always remind me of her. So I have to get rid of you. I'm sorry..." Russell picked up the sex doll, hugged it tightly for the last time, and then put it back in her box.He put the sex doll in the storage room. He will decide later what to do with the doll. He can't throw it in the trash bin because somebody might find it and get interested in using it for personal pleasure. He can't bear having another man using the doll because it's made with Sherry's image.Maybe he will bury the doll a few months later. Not now, because he and Sherry just broke up, the pain still fresh in his heart and mind.Right now, he's not
Russell was drinking hard liquor while reading Sherry's long messages repeatedly. He recalled that he was pissed last night after he learned that Sherry's husband had woken up from his coma.He was disappointed because he was expecting that Axel would never recover from the coma and that one day, he would pass away quietly. After his passing, he and Sherry could finally be together again. But now that Axel woke up, it could only mean one thing: he must wait a long time before reuniting with Sherry. God knows when.How annoying! It made his blood boil. He was enraged that he had to wait over and over again. It's like a repetitive, annoying cycle that never ends.His relationship with Sherry looks impossible now. She had her twins and a paralyzed husband to take care of.He realized that Sherry may not be the right woman for him. He sincerely falls in love with her and deeply cares for her, but things have changed, and he is beginning to see their relations
The following day, Sherry woke up to a sunny day. But her world is about to get darker.She checked her phone, but not a single message from Russell; instead, she got a morning greeting from her husband. She was distraught because Russell always greeted her good morning. He never fails until now.She wanted him to greet her first, so she wouldn't greet him good morning today, no matter what. Their chat last night ended poorly. She was still upset right now. She wants him to prove his love to her.She knew Russell was complaining about how hard their situation was, but what could she do? She is a married woman.Damn!It seemed the thing that she feared the most