*** 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
*** Raven *** The most disgusting thing I know was Rosie, naked, showing her full breasts and covering her nipples while I was asleep. I don’t know what else she did. I don’t want to think about it, but that made me sick. But how did she get into our room? I looked at Zian who was busy chatting with Penny. Did Zian let her in? I approached him and pulled him. “Zian, did you let her in our room that night?” My voice is low and deep. I tried hard to remain calm but that woman just made me sick. “What?” He looked puzzled.“Did that bitch sneak into our room that night? When we were in Dubai?” “Oh, she did.” He sighed. “I was out drinking and you were sound asleep after you drank your sleeping pills.” “You didn’t check her damn phone!” I growled and grabbed his collar. “I’m sorry,” He patted me as I calmed down. I shouldn’t get angry at him. It’s my fault. I know that Zian wouldn’t let Rosie in. She might have seduced a bellboy, but seducing a bellboy in Dubai seemed impossible or
*** Hyacinth *** I took him up to the bedroom. I never saw him this sick. Besides nosebleeds, this also worried me. I quickly took out a mug from a mini pantry area in our bedroom. I pressed the dispenser button for hot water and I mixed it with normal water temp so he wouldn’t get burned from it. I handed it to him as he sipped on the mug. “Food?” I asked as I quickly rummaged through the medicine cabinet. If there’s anything I could give to lessen his sickness. “No, baby.” I turned to him as he patted the bed. “Come, let’s start our honeymoon.” I furrowed at him and shook my head. I sighed at him. “You need to rest and I will stay up all night with my best friend. “Alright,” He reached my hand and pulled me closer to him. Then, he kissed my knuckles with his eyes at me. “Do you want Patricia to be with you always?” “Of course, but she has work.” “You mentioned that you and Patricia always wanted to work together. Why not hire her?” “Well,” I thought about it. “I’ll pay fo
Hyacinth I’ve always dreamed of touring Europe, and now, with our budget secured, we finally could. The private jet made the trip hassle-free, and as we stepped onto foreign soil, I intertwined my fingers with my husband’s. But he brushed my hand away, handing me my purse instead. I pouted, only for him to secure his own bag across his chest before resting a firm hand on my waist. My irritation melted into a grin when he winked at me. “So, this is the surprise birthday trip you planned for me?” he asked. “Yes,” I confirmed. “I would’ve preferred it if we were alone, you know.” His grin turned wicked as he wiggled his brows. “Locked in our room for days—lazy, indulgent, just us. I’d never get tired of that.” “But I would,” I shot back, squinting up at him. “It’s bad for me.” He laughed as I did, then pushed open the door to the first café we spotted. The place wasn’t crowded, but the rich aroma of coffee and pastries was intoxicating. My eyes locked onto the cinnamon Dani
–Patricia–I had invited Anthony with Hyacinth’s approval, and they unexpectedly showed up together. I was surprised that Hyacinth had brought our favorite yogurt set, while Raven handed me the apple container.“You can eat all of that since you’re single,” Raven remarked with a pitying look. It was irritating, but I had to endure his constant jibes—after all, my best friend was paying me to tolerate his face.I put the yogurt in the fridge, only to be interrupted by a hand that appeared behind me, placing something next to it. I turned, nearly colliding noses with the newcomer. He quickly raised his hand and apologized, “Sorry, I didn’t mean to scare you.”“No, it’s fine,” I replied with a grin. “You’re not trying to flirt with me, are you?” I teased.“What if I am?” he shot back, laughing and nodding.“You’ll have to ask my best friend’s permission first,” I quipped.He chuckled and patted my arm. “Sure thing. By the way, I have some questions,” he said, extending his arm. I gracefu
***Raven*** Rosie had put on quite the show. After days of comforting my wife and convincing her not to blame herself, it seemed to be working—somewhat. But I needed to double down. I had to find that last copy and destroy it, especially now that my wife was gaining fame. Maybe we should stop attending galas altogether. “Why are you packing so much?” I asked as she counted a few items. “We’re off to Europe,” she replied casually. “Babe, we’re not going to Finland again,” I teased. “I didn’t say Finland,” she said, rolling her eyes. “I have work.” “You can work from there. Besides, I made sure the jet is packed.” She winked and held up a piece of lingerie—tempting, to say the least. “Wow, second honeymoon?” I approached her, but she raised a finger to stop me, carefully placing the lingerie into the luggage. “Now I remember—our anniversary is coming up,” I said, walking around her and pulling her waist toward me. “Are you planning to make love to me?” “No way! After
–Raven–As soon as I answered his call, the first thing I heard was his heavy breathing.“I will kill her. I will kill Hyacinth,” Samuel said, as though Hyacinth wasn’t his daughter. His words sent chills down my spine. Even his own flesh and blood—he wanted her dead.“Killing Hyacinth won’t do you any good, Samuel,” I replied, keeping my tone casual.“She said something to Rosie. She must have. Now, tell me—what else did she say to Rosie?”I frowned.“I have no idea what you’re talking about. And whatever Hyacinth said must be true.”“I will end you both!”I sighed and hung up, immediately calling Samuel’s nurse. She answered after a few moments.“What’s going on in there?” I asked.“Unfortunately, Miss Rosie sent a message. She tried to overdose on pills. She’s currently in the emergency room.”I was silent for a moment, processing the news. Rosie—always desperate for attention. No, she wasn’t just seeking attention; she was demanding it. Just earlier, she had threatened Hyacinth, v
—Stalker’s Point of View—Smelling her, touching her—it almost drove me insane. But it wasn’t just her that consumed me. It was something our family was meant to possess. Her mother was perfect. The epitome of intelligence. A woman who had it all, despite being a commoner, not royalty. Yet everyone wanted her as their daughter-in-law. A genius in everything… except love. “I was thinking that maybe Hyacinth was also a victim of love.” I stood, pacing around my desk, glancing at the piles of recently filed cases. Boring paperwork, but necessary. Even the bomb incident was just another file to clean up. I hadn’t meant to kill anyone—just to isolate her. If everyone around her was gone, taking her would be effortless. But no matter how many times I tried, they clung to her. Maybe I should ruin her relationship with Darcy. “How do I do that?” My fingers tapped against the windowsill as I watched Hyacinth step out of her apartment across the street, her bodyguards trailing like
–Hyacinth— I was certain she intended to become my husband’s mistress. Proposing in front of me? Bold. But I had seen Raven flinch multiple times. That woman—Minerva—sat across from him, her foot subtly grazing his ankle, then sliding higher, testing his restraint. Raven’s discomfort was palpable. His glare could have scorched her where she sat. When our orders arrived, I draped my hand possessively over his lap. He shifted under my touch, but I only leaned closer, crossing my legs to shield him from Minerva’s advances. Let her try. “If you want, you can visit the site with us,” Colton offered. “Are we hiking, or…?” I trailed off, waiting. “Fly. We’ll fly,” Dane cut in, grinning. “I’ll be your pilot.” Raven’s hand settled on my thigh, a silent claim. “Let me taste that,” he murmured, nodding toward my tuna. Without hesitation, I fed him a bite, rice and all. Colton groaned. “Oh, come on! I don’t want to be a third wheel here.” I smirked. “Minerva’s here. You don’t
–Hyacinth– My feet ached as I finally let them rest flat against the cool hardwood floor. Never again, I vowed, glaring at the discarded high heels lying near the closet. But duty called—tonight, Raven’s business partners expected us for dinner. We’d met them briefly at the gala, but between the endless introductions and the suffocating crowd, we’d barely exchanged more than pleasantries. Three days had passed since then, and though my social battery was still drained, I couldn’t postpone this any longer. My mind, however, refused to relax. Even now, I found myself checking my phone—again—for updates on Penny and David. They were safe, I knew that, but the memory of their close call still coiled around my chest like a vise. A soft laugh drew my attention to the living room, where Kelly and Calisto were curled together on the sofa. Calisto, still recovering from his head injury, had his arm draped lazily over Kelly’s shoulders. The two of them had adjusted well to their new realit
—Patricia— The Silver Gala was a spectacle of wealth and power—crystal chandeliers dripping light over marble floors, the air thick with the mingling scents of expensive perfumes and champagne. The elite moved in a slow, calculated dance, their laughter sharp as cut glass, their smiles never quite reaching their eyes. And among them, Hyacinth stood out like a rare gem in a sea of polished stones. No—not just a gem. Something far more precious. She was the kind of brilliance that made people want, that made them covet. And why wouldn’t they? With a net worth in the billions, an inheritance that could topple empires, she was more than just a woman—she was a prize. I stayed close, as always. My role was to observe, to protect in my own way. My gaze flickered to the right, where a man in a black suit stood motionless against the wall. Seth. His presence was a quiet reassurance—Hyacinth’s shadow, her shield. Then Eino approached, swift and purposeful, another man from his famil
Hyacinth For the first time in what felt like forever, we’d finally had days of good sleep. Kelly and Cal seemed to be healing each other—attending therapy together, flanked by three bodyguards and a standby nurse in case Cal had another seizure. But lately, his recovery had been startlingly fast. The shadows under his eyes had lightened, his smiles came easier, and whenever Kelly was near, he looked… happy. I was glad. Relieved, even. Yet, I couldn’t shake the unease gnawing at me. Cal’s parents still despised Kelly—or rather, they wanted nothing to do with her family. Raven had mentioned some past conflict between them, something buried deep enough that neither side spoke of it openly. All I knew was that they’d once been close. Now? They were strangers with grudges. “Rachel said this gala will expand your business knowledge,” Raven murmured, handing me a thick, embossed invitation. His fingers lingered against mine. “So, you’ll pick out our outfits?” “Yeah, of course.” I