Kindly checked out Chapter 10 that was recently released and uploaded. I sincerely apologise for the delay of the chapter.
*** Hyacinth*** Like a good wife, I prepared a full meal for my husband, complete with the nutrition that he needed. And along with it were the vitamins that he needed to take. I also make sure that there are no cigarettes around him. He had signs of darkness on his lungs now and he needed to detox to get the nicotine out of his body. I love Raven. And I never lied about that. I also don’t want to stress him further with the questions about him sleeping with Rosie. Or other things that he’s not telling me. I tried to gather more evidence so he’d have no choice but to divorce me. Raven probably didn't know about Rosie’s new messages. But I read Rosie’s texts about her pregnancy and he’s the father. There is proof that Rosie slept with him. I don't know how that happens. But there were a lot of photos of him sleeping with his arms around her. Rosie snuck pictures of it because she knew that Raven would disapprove of it. He wanted me badly so that his health deteriorated. I don’t know
***Hyacinth***I always had a routine and most of it was ruined. I woke up and had a late breakfast since Raven took me all night. Then, it was also close to noon when Zian walked around in the mansion half naked. He had messy hair and it looked like he just woke up. I smiled at him. “Hi, Zian.” “Good morning, Hyacinth.” I sipped on my tea. “Why didn’t you take my husband to your bed?” I asked him. “I didn’t get enough sleep.” Zian roared in laughter as he sat across me and put his tank top on. I finally put on my eyeglasses to see him clearly. “Sorry, sis. But he’s your burden now. It’s hard to take care of him every night.” I giggled at the thought of how Zian would tuck Raven to bed and tapped him to sleep like a baby. It’s just adorable. But I was curious too. “Why do you have to take care of him every night?” “He had a phobia.” He chuckled. “I know it’s funny, but he had a phobia ever since he was kicked out of your house.” He said casually like it wasn’t a secret. But
*** Rosie ***Hyacinth’s slap still stings my face. I will kill that little bitch after what she's done. But for now, I have to get tested first. If they are lying… I will make sure to get back to them. I tried all of the measures to threaten Raven and to go along with my schemes. But I am sure that I never had gonorrhea since I haven’t shoved myself into his cock. But… with all of the men I had slept with, Raven had it all. I am so sure that he will do everything to protect Hyacinth. Her reputation is what Raven was protecting. He’s desperate to even find that drive. I had it hidden and I will surely use it to ruin her. I rushed my sports car off their mansion as I squinted my eyes. That slut was fucking two men. “Such a slut!” I shouted and hit my steering wheel. I froze when a big bike stopped close to my car as I slowed down and stopped. The police parked his bike in front of mine as he approached my side and knocked on the windshield. I mumbled a curse as I wiped my tears.“I
*** Hyacinth ***I felt at ease. My heart is calm and relieved. It’s all because of Raven. Back then, I was always anxious. I was near to break down. But there’s Raven now. I shouldn’t worry much about everything. I watched my husband pick up a dress for me. I loved it when he told me to always be beautiful and confident. Practically, he’s worshipping me even when we make love. “How about a party tonight? Invite your best friend. I kinda miss her too.” I tilted my head and sighed. “Does shopping make me feel better after talking to my father like that?” I ignored his question.“Are you still afraid that he’s going to hit you?” His question is the right definition of what I feel. “I am proud of you.” Raven continuously praises me. My lips stretched as I approached him and took the dress that she chose for me. I tiptoed and kissed his lips. I went to the dressing room and removed my robe. I was about to put the dress on when my phone started ringing by the vanity mirror. I picked
**** Hyacinth **** I looked at the food in front of me. All of them looked delicious, and I couldn’t help but eat more. I was so hungry. I don't have enough money to buy snacks or lunch, so I sneak whatever’s left over in the fridge. I was twelve years old, and I was going through a lot of changes in my body. I was confused and curious, but there was my friend who always told me what was going on with me. There were times when I wanted to eat things, but I couldn't afford them. There were times when I stole chocolates from Rosie because I craved them. Craving and hunger were the most devastating for me. Then, one time, there was blood on my bed and our old maid quickly washed it off and gave me the things I needed. My stomach hurts so much at first while I am bleeding. I still get to school. I got red spots on my blue skirt uniform and my best friend saved me from humiliation and helped me out. Luckily our old maid packed underwear, shorts, and pads in my bag. I couldn’t thank he
**** Raven ***I sighed and I thought Hyacinth wouldn’t get lonely if Patricia was around her. But it’s up to Hyacinth to let Patricia in the mansion. She owns it anyway. But it’ll be fun if Patricia is around. Hyacinth wouldn’t get so bored.“But sure,” I just agreed with Patricia.“Bro, you can adopt me too,” David said.“Hmm, I think we have more rooms.” Hyacinth glanced at me with her most charming smile. “We already adopted Zian.”I looked at my best friend who nodded with a big grin.“Freeloader? Zian?” Janice asked as Zian glared at her. “I’m just kidding, Bro.” I watched as Janice took out a small binocular to use to peek somewhere. I reached for my fork to eat more when Hyacinth put steaks on my plate.“Janice, don’t ruin our party, alright?” Kelly asked while enjoying her lobster.I am sure that Janice is up to something. But whatever it is, it must be very important.“I’m not doing anything,” Janice said as I watched Zian look at her sideways. We all knew that Janice was up
*** Hyacinth ***After a few minutes of making love with Raven, we finally headed down after I took a long shower with him. I was in my robe as I watched David, Penny, Calisto, and Patricia in their suits. They also put on some oxygen tanks, and Calisto was teaching Patricia how to use a camera ready on each of them, with gears and light. “Go and fish some sharks, alright?” Janice grinned in her bikini and white see-through robe, holding a glass of martini. “We are fishing for whales!” Penny exclaimed as we all chuckled. They dive in. It must be fun. But I am quite nervous about it, as long as they are safe. “Do you want to go?” Raven asked. “Maybe tomorrow?” He asked. “Can we?” I asked excitedly. “But what about your schedule?” “I can work from here.” He reached my waist. “Oh, the two of you are sweet.” Kelly grinned as she soaked in the pool connected to the seawater. “I am almost envious.” Shortly, Janice sat with her with her small binoculars as she continued peeking at the
**** Darcy **** When I heard that Hyacinth and Raven went to the new yacht that he prepared, I quickly went to their mansion to make a few decorations for the upcoming Christmas. He purchased it for her supposed birthday, but she ran off before they could even have a birthday party on the yacht. “Sir Zian is currently staying here as well, Madam.” “Wow, that’s great.” I smiled. With Zian around, those two will surely have a fun day.” I went to the kitchen and prepared all of the ingredients. Hyacinth loves Korean side dishes and I’m making them for her. Although she could buy it in Korean stores, it’s better if I make it for her. “Why are you making kimchi?” Ines asked as she already soaked the cabbage in the water with salt. “Hyacinth loves it. It’s also good for her health. I also prepared more side dishes including ginger shots.” “Alright, ma’am.” “It’s good for her as well.” While I was preparing for it, Ines came shortly with the flowers. There are new sets of flowers. H
*** Hyacinth ***The soft glow of the moonlight filtered through the curtains, casting a serene ambiance in our bedroom. Raven’s arms were wrapped around me, his warmth seeping into my skin as we lay there, basking in the afterglow of our love. His fingers traced lazy patterns on my arm, and I couldn’t help but smile, feeling utterly cherished. Raven made me feel like the most important person in the world, like nothing else mattered when we were together. His love was my sanctuary, a place where I could be completely myself, vulnerable and unguarded.As we made our way downstairs, his hand never left my side, his possessive and tender touch. I loved how he always seemed to need to be close to me as if even the slightest distance was too much. His PJ pants hung low on his hips, and I couldn’t help but admire the way his muscles moved with every step. Raven was effortlessly handsome, his dark hair tousled, his eyes always holding a hint of mischief. But it wasn’t just his looks that ca
*** Raven ***Janice’s unease was palpable, a dark cloud hovering over her usual sharp demeanor. She stood in the corner, her fingers gripping the wine glass like it was the only thing keeping her grounded. My eyes narrowed as I tried to piece together what had shaken her so deeply. The flowers—those damned flowers—were a piece of the puzzle, a clue to the stalker who had been lurking in the shadows. But before I could dig deeper, the door opened, and Anthony and Maggie walked in.Hyacinth greeted them with her usual warmth, but my stomach churned. Their arrival felt... calculated. My plan was unraveling, and I didn’t like it.The evening pressed on, the room filling with laughter and the clinking of glasses. My mother and Hyacinth had outdone themselves with finger snacks and drinks, creating an atmosphere that felt almost too perfect. Eino, ever the social butterfly, was already deep in conversation with my friends, his familiarity with Anthony raising my suspicions. Venla, graceful
*** Darcy *** As I stood there, holding the bouquet of Hyacinths, my heart sank. The flowers were beautiful, but they carried a weight that made my stomach churn. The note inside the envelope was a stark reminder of the darkness lurking around Hyacinth and Raven. My hands trembled slightly as I unfolded the paper, and the words written there sent a chill down my spine. The sheer malice in the message was overwhelming. *How could someone be so twisted?* I thought, my mind racing. My protective instincts flared—Hyacinth was like a daughter to me, and Raven, though stubborn and reckless, was my son. I couldn’t let anything happen to them.Janice’s voice pulled me out of my thoughts. “Auntie? What’s so horrifying?” Her sharp eyes caught the tension in my expression. I tried to brush it off, to shield her from the ugliness of the situation, but Janice was relentless. She was a prosecutor, after all, trained to see through lies and half-truths. When she took the note from me, I felt a mix
*** Patricia ***The air was thick with unspoken tension as we moved through the mall, a strange undercurrent weaving through our little group. I couldn’t help but notice the subtle shifts in body language, the way Raven’s grip on Hyacinth’s waist tightened whenever Eino leaned in too close, his Finnish words flowing smoothly, almost too familiarly. Bless her heart, Hyacinth seemed oblivious—or maybe she wasn’t. Sometimes, I wondered if she was just playing the part, her face a mask of innocence while her mind worked in ways I couldn’t quite decipher. She was always hard to read, like a book written in a language I only half-understood.Raven, on the other hand, was an open book. His possessiveness was almost comical, his arm a constant anchor around Hyacinth, as if he feared she might float away if he let go. And then there was Venla, her eyes lingering on Raven a little too long, her laughter a little too bright. It was like watching a soap opera unfold in real-time, and I couldn’t
*** Hyacinth ***I stood there, torn between wanting to invite Eino and the hesitation that kept me from taking that step. It wasn’t that I didn’t want him there—I owed him. He had been kind to us months ago during the typhoon when everything was coming undone. But it wasn’t easy, either. Even though the mansion was technically under my name, I still felt like it wasn’t just mine. It was ours. Raven and mine. And Raven, my husband and provider, was the one who truly made it feel like home. I needed his approval, but I didn’t want to seem too eager.Raven’s voice broke my thoughts, warm and low. "Big purchase, huh," he said, his arms wrapping around my waist, pulling me closer. His lips grazed my earlobe as he whispered, “How about some sexy lingerie?”I froze, feeling his words tickle my skin, but then the heat of embarrassment rushed through me. I quickly covered his mouth, my eyes darting toward Patricia, who was standing behind us. I could feel her cringing, probably disgusted by h
*** Raven ***Eino’s eyes lit up upon seeing me. His face glows with that charming smile that he always flashes on my wife. I smiled at him formally and approached him while Seth followed my wife and Patricia into the store.“Eino, you are here… in the Philippines.”“Yes,” He grinned. “Oh, it’s amazing here during Christmas, just what Hyacinth said. It’s not cold. I mean, for us Finns, it’s practically warm!” He laughed. “I was telling Hyacinth that we have this cozy little condo in the city. It’s perfect for the holidays. But guess, what? My girlfriend, she’s been curious about what Christmas feels like in the Philippines. Can you imagine? No snow, just sunshine,” He looked at his girlfriend as they chorus on the first word. “Warm weather! I think he wants to experience something completely different. But here it’s magical. "I’m glad that you like it here." Eino’s voice was warm, but I couldn't help but wonder if it was genuine. I stole a glance at his girlfriend, trying to place her
*** Hyacinth *** I can’t shake the feeling that something’s off, like the air around me is thick with uncertainty. My eyes keep flicking back to the screen of the phone, where the memory of those photos lingers, elusive. I swear I saw them, a quick flash of images sent by someone I didn’t recognize—someone who clearly wanted me to see them, only for them to vanish in a heartbeat, as if erased by some invisible hand. But why? Why delete them right away? My heart’s racing a little now, and I find myself scrolling aimlessly, hoping for some explanation that never seems to come.Then there’s him—my husband. He’s lying next to me, so still, his breathing slow and deep like he’s in a deep sleep, unaware of the mess of thoughts swirling around in my head. It’s almost comforting in a way, that quiet rhythm of his breath, but it also feels distant, like there’s a wall between us I can’t quite break through. He mentioned giving me a new phone, with an electronic sim card. He seemed… calm about
*** Cal ***I stared at her face for a long time and kept my distance. She was too drunk this time and I took her to her room but she held me down, and ripped my clothes… we kissed but then she fell asleep quickly on my chest. She should be washing up and putting her skincare on but then, she slept like a baby, so I wiped her face and removed her makeup.She looked like an angel without any makeup on.“Oh geez.” I pulled on my pajamas and winced when I accidentally touched my hard manhood. This is Kelly’s curse to me. I get hard easily.“Hmm, Cal?” She mumbled.“Kel,” I moved closer to her. “Do you want me between your legs?”“Hmm, nope. Food. I want food.”I reach for the phone and call the kitchen. Then, I realized that it was only Irene who was in the kitchen and I was about to hang up but Irene spoke.“Hello?”“Uhh, Irene~~about breakfast.”“Yes, I will leave it by the door.” She said.“Thank you.” She hung up like she knew what to do.“Water.”“Alright,”I jumped off of bed, even
*** Hyacinth *** It seems that my husband loves Patricia’s gift. He then decided to leave shortly just before it’s his turn to hand out the gifts. He distributed the boxes and gave Patricia a few more boxes and wasn’t wrapped well. “Wait, what are these?” She asked and he put more. I chuckled as Patricia counted all of the gifts, small and big. “My gifts for you.” “This is an exaggeration.” She squinted her eyes at him. “Twenty gifts?” I laughed. “What? That’s only too little.” He then took his name from Zian’s hands as he handed the gifts. What I didn’t expect is there’s more gifts for me. Like five more or six? I was puzzled. Then, I checked the years. I think it was his gifts for the past years that we are not together. “This is indeed an exaggeration.” I agreed with my best friend but I couldn’t help but to be so happy that I received so many gifts today. On every Christmas. I usually don’t get gifts. I mean, I don’t get anything at all. Except when Darcy and Raven came int