December 12, 2023. Chapter 2-2. The next update is tomorrow.
"Can we put Aiden to bed?" Evan requested from Lily and Lucas. "Does he still listen to bedtime stories?" Shantelle asked. "Does he want a glass of milk and a cookie before going to bed?" "Oh, I love bedtime stories!" Aiden responded with enthusiasm. Lily nearly coughed out blood at his son's answer because Aiden graduated relatively early from bedtime stories. At six, he was already learning basic coding for kids. Bedtime stories bore him, but he wanted to hear one from Lucas' mother. "Great!" Shantelle happily asked, "What book would you like me to read for you, Aiden?" "I like anything, Grandma," Aiden claimed. Much to his dismay, Shantelle urged, "Come on. You should have a favorite one. We can just d******d it online." Panic flashed in Aiden's eyes as he turned to Lily for help. Lily mouthed a book she used to read him when he was five, but he couldn't read her lips from where he was. So, Aiden replied to Shantelle, "I - I like One Piece!" "It's very nice! I love Monke
Lily and Lucas were back at the Thompsons' mansion on Monday afternoon. Lucas took an early off from work to introduce Aiden to his siblings. While waiting for everyone to arrive, they settled in the garden's Gazebo. The Gazebo was surrounded by a beautiful selection of plants and flowers. The fragrance of roses hung in the air, contributing to the newfound calmness in Lily's heart. "Hiya! Hiya!" Aiden was showing his grandpa some moves from a distance, and just as he simulated his powerhouse kick, Evan groaned and clutched his groin. "Oh, my -" Lily gasped in horror. She had just reconciled with Lucas' parents, and her son had to kick his grandpa's balls? Lucas immediately ran to their side, but Evan laughed very quickly. He said, "Got you!" Lucas was a good five meters away, and he remarked, "Dad, seriously." Aiden pointed at Evan and then to Lucas. He laughed and said, "Grandpa Evan is a fox!" The three men, who bore a resemblance to each other, laughed at what happened. T
"Relax, Aiden will be fine," Lucas said. "He is with Mom and Dad." "Oh, I'm not worried about that. I - I guess I'll miss Aiden?" Lily turned to Lucas and asked. "Do we really have to be away for two days?" "This day doesn't count for a whole day, Lily. It's four in the afternoon," Lucas objected. "So, we will only be away for thirty-two hours." They still had bodyguards following them around, but Lucas was driving his Lexus, while the other bodyguards were in their own cars. Lucas said they were heading to the highlands of Rose Hills, another property he bought upon his return. "Is it safe?" Lily asked. "It's very safe there," Lucas confirmed. Lily was silent for a good few minutes during the drive. Then, she recalled the night before and how welcoming Lucas' siblings were. She remarked, "How come? How come Marcus or any of your sisters were not angry at me?" "I had made it clear to them that you and Aiden are my happiness. I'm pretty sure they had a talk with Mom and Dad."
To Lucas, there was nothing more sexy than Lily's athletic frame. Her muscles tightened her body, yet she had curves in all the right places. Oh, he loved her breasts. They were perky, constantly calling to him when her chests were exposed. Lucas could only attribute it to the amount of exercise Lily did in her daily life. Each time Lucas grabbed her breast, that skin contact and that softness of her mount made him extremely hard. He really missed Lily. Only the heavens knew how much he had dreamed of her, thinking of her and addressing his needs at the thought of her. Being able to touch her entire body was enough to throw him over the edge. He thought about losing control and making her beg beneath him, but then again, he knew that was impossible. His woman was rather strong, and he was only permitted to touch her because she allowed it. His manhood was swelling beneath his pajamas. Heck, if his member were sharp enough to cut through the fabric, it would have already done tha
"Wake up, sleepy head. It's time for dinner," Lucas repeatedly shook Lily awake. "Get up, Sweetheart. It's dinner time -" "I want to sleep. I feel like you ate me for dinner, getting chewed into pieces that my body is sore," Lily complained while curling into a ball beneath the red blanket. Lucas chuckled. He leaned down and embraced her. He kissed her cheek and said, "I'm sorry. Was I a little too rough? I thought there was nothing that Sergeant Lily couldn't handle." "I don't know, I feel drowsy," Lily whined. "That's fine. It's understandable. It's the hormones our body releases after sex that make you feel tired and relaxed, but it's already ten in the evening, and we should have dinner," Lucas urged. "Besides, I cooked us a good meal. Let's not waste my efforts, and we should eat it while it's hot." Lily turned to him. Then, she frowned, seeing his attire. He was already wearing a suit. She asked, "You are all dressed. Didn't you rest with me?" "For a while, but someone h
#### LUCAS' FLASHBACK ### "I'm going to die today, or maybe tomorrow, or in the next few days." Axel touched Lucas' shoulder and added, "Please, take care of yourself, Lucas. Thank you for the friendship." Axel Green was Lucas' closest comrade within the Alpha Vipers. Before joining the group, Axel left the military as a corporal. He was the one who trained Lucas how to fight. "That's not funny, Axel. What made you say that?" Lucas asked. The two were out in their usual spot in the port of Barcelona, Spain. It was their safe spot to discuss their missions and plans to take down Alpha Vipers. It took Lucas over three years to discover that Axel had uncovered the truth about Alpha Vipers. This organization presented itself as a protector. However, in reality, the same group was also an orchestrator of conflicts and high-level crimes. Sadly, Axel found out about this after accepting the quantum level. Because he feared for his life, he could not leave. Axel also did not have the f
"Mister Thompson, I have already arranged for Kaleb and Scarlett Wright to return. We are ready to receive them back to Braeton," Major Patton said on the phone. "What about Aiden?" "Thank you, Major." Lucas glanced at the edge of the swimming pool, where Lily had been looking out at the view of the city. He said, "Aiden will be staying with me." "Just to update you, Vice President Wallace's home in Bridgetown has been searched, and the National Intelligence have found proof to back up your testimony and submitted evidence," Major Patton said. "Judge Allistaire has been removed from office, pending allegations of receiving bribe money from the Vice President. Finally, the new judge has issued the warrant of arrest." Relief washed over Lucas. He said, "It's about time, but a warrant can only get so far. His accounts need to be frozen so he cannot use it." "We have identified some of his bank accounts, but we think he also has dummy accounts," the major said. "It won't be long now. J
"Did you even investigate this properly, Misses Blaire?" Lily asked the principal. "My son would never start a fight. If you say that he tried to harm his fellow classmates, how did he do it? Who is this classmate, and who are the witnesses who have seen the fight?" "I did not have to. Rocky Livingston's word is enough. He is an old student whose parents are well respected in the community," the principal described, and just as she did, Lily noticed that her voice cracked. There was hesitation from the principal, and Lily knew there was more story behind Misses Blaire's decision. Lily crossed her arms against her chest and said, "I'd like to speak to this boy, Rocky Livingston." "That's not possible -" Just as the principal spoke, someone knocked on the office door. "Misses Blaire, I would like to speak to the parent of the child who tried to hurt my son," a woman's voice came through, and she entered the office without the approval of the principal. The woman was very luxuriou
Hi Readers, I did not realize until last week that some of you were trying to access The CEO's Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor. To those who were wondering, there is a new version of the book with a few chapters of Lucas' story attached. If you are trying to re-read your unlocked chapters, kindly search for the old version in your library. Another option is to go to your profile in the app, go to your wallet, and then check "episodes unlocked." If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, you can find me on social. It's the best way to make an inquiry because I don't get notifications for reviews or comments. Sincerely, LiLhyz
Dear Beloved Readers, Thank you for supporting me with Lucas and Lily's story. I also appreciate the care and patience you have shown me over the past two weeks. I have a few announcements. So, here it goes. Author's Health. After what happened to my eyes, I realized that I must give time for myself. And it is not just my eyes; I have gained weight. Lol. I blamed it on the holidays, but it's already March. In line with this, I will take it a little slow in my next book, enough for my eyes to rest so they won't get strained from all the screen time. I know you are all used to me delivering two chapters daily on most days, but in the next book, I will probably publish an average of nine to ten chapters per week. I need this badly, so I am asking for your understanding. Note that you can always read at the end of the week or after the book is completed. What book will I publish next? I know you love the Wrights and the Thompsons, but I have been advised to write outside the s
Four years passed. ~"You might have a mom, she might be the bombBut ain't nobody got a mom like mineHer love's 'til the end, she's my best friendAin't nobody got a mom like mine" ~ Dancing to the tune of "Mom" by Meghan Trainor, the children danced in simple steps to appreciate their mommies on Mother's Day. This was a gathering that Amara had organized for the mothers in their family and close friends. The seven-year-olds, Autumn and Maeve, and the four-year-old Ivaan were forming hearts with their fingers, and together with Shauna's and Anna's daughters, they found partners to sway along to the music. Shauna's daughter, Mareese, was nearly seven, while her son, Shawn, was three. While Mareese had Shauna's looks, Shawn was a definite copy of his dad. Shawn was less coordinated with the other kids dancing, and that was because he thought dancing was only for girls. Still, Shauna appreciated her son's efforts. Anna's daughter was dancing with the group too. Ryan and Anna nam
Over three months passed. "Ready for our first round?" Aiden asked with narrowed eyes. "Ready!" Autumn and Maeve said at the same time. His sisters were in the playroom with him, smiling from ear to ear. Earlier, Autumn and Maeve were unhappy because they missed Lucas and Lily. Their mother had been confined for four days since she had another C-section to deliver their baby brother. To cheer them up, Aiden went the extra mile and created a fun activity for them on a Friday afternoon. Together with the caregivers, Aiden cut out large and various shapes in different colors. The mechanics of the game was simple. Aiden would dictate the shape and color, and they would step on it. The highest number of correct answers would be awarded a prize. "Blue star!" Aiden said, and his sisters scrambled to find a blue star and step on it. "Next, an orange circle!" Aiden added. "Green square! Red triangle!" They did not necessarily get all of them. Like how Autumn thought orange was re
Six months passed. Ryan and Anna's wedding was held at The Green Pine Restaurant and Lodge. Around the venue, candles flickered, and soft fabrics moved in the mountain wind, making everything feel magical. The wedding happened under the moonlit sky, and the hills stood in the background, watching as two people joined their lives together. As the celebration extended, the couple had a romantic dance at the end, swaying to the tune of "Lover" by Taylor Swift. Ryan wore a black suit, while Anna wore a mermaid wedding dress. ~ "Can I go where you go?Can we always be this close forever and ever?And ah, take me out, and take me home (forever and ever)You're my, my, my, myLover?" ~ Ryan had a big smile on his face, his eyes glued to his now wife while Anna looked at her husband adoringly, her hands wrapped around his neck. Anna's eyes were gleaming, her red hair adorned with gems tied into a beautiful bun behind her head. Halfway through the song, Anna and Ryan looked around. An
Over one year passed. "Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, and nature enthusiasts," Axel said while addressing everyone in the crowd. He was standing before a podium and on a makeshift stage. Surrounding him stretched a vast expanse of land adorned with lush green grass, while the venue for the press conference was sheltered by the shade of trees and pines. "A warm welcome to all of you on this glorious day as we gather to celebrate the grand opening of The Green Pine Restaurant and Lodge." Axel smiled as he stared into the eyes of those watching him. He resumed, "Today is a testament to the harmonious blend of nature, hospitality, and my family's love for farming." "This farm resort is a dream realized - a way for us to bring you the countryside and do what we love to do as a family. We, the Greens, love to farm," Axel proudly announced. "Just an hour away from the Rose Hills proper, you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the beauty of
"My feet are killing me," Anna complained after she, Lily, and Shauna went shopping for clothes for the past four hours on a Saturday afternoon. Shauna bought maternity clothes, while Lily and Anna bought clothes for themselves. They all rested on one of the benches inside the mall. Anna and Shauna took both ends of the bench while Lily sat in the middle. Once settled, Lily asked, "Is the baby coming out yet?" The idea of going to the mall was Shauna's. She was already forty weeks pregnant, but she had no signs of going into labor. She thought that strolling around would help. Shauna rested her shopping bags on the floor. She touched her belly and said, "No, I don't feel anything." Suddenly, Anna screamed, "Ouch! Luke! What the -" "Anna, come back with me!" Out of nowhere, Luke appeared, and he grabbed Anna's wrist. Luke did not appear well. His hair was disheveled, and he had dark bags under his eyes. He begged, "Anna, please forgive me." "Luke, what are you doing? Didn't R
### MARCUS' FLASHBACK ### "Hey, Guys! Can I join you?" Kamila said while taking the vacant seat next to Lace. "Looks like our parents have made a huddle of their own." "Of course. They always do that," Lace replied. "We should have a gathering of our own." "I'll go to join Samuel and the others," Amara said, referring to their uncle Sean's second son. "Go," Marcus said. It was always like this during gatherings; they split into different groups. "Let's drink," Kamila proposed with a mischievous smile. Marcus laughed. He looked back, searching for Keith, and when he found Kamila's father having a drink with Evan and their other uncles, he said, "So, that's why you came here." "Yeah, good luck getting a drink when I am near Dad," Kamila remarked, and she laughed. "He does let me drink, but not too much." "I think not too much is okay," Marcus commented, but either way, he asked a food server for another bottle of wine. He winked at Kamila and assured her, "Don't worry, I'll
Louise was celebrating inside. Finally, for the first time, Keith Henderson would see that Kamila wasn't the perfect daughter he had assumed her to be. Since the Hendersons had granted her a scholarship, Louise had seen how easy Kamila's life had always been. She realized that life was so unfair. Here was Kamila, tall and beautiful with long and shiny black hair. She was often the center of attention during their college years, leaving Louise in the backseat. In the past, Louise earnestly appreciated Kamila, but the more she was exposed to how the Hendersons lived, the more she coveted Kamila's life. Louise would have had a chance to live that luxury if only she had been chosen for the management trainee position for Prima MedCare. The problem was that Kamila was in the way of her dreams. It was obvious that Keith Henderson, being the CEO of the insurance company, would prefer to bring in his daughter rather than an outsider. Knowing this, Louise had been trying to find a way t