Mrs Karen's words made me feel so empty, hollow and shattered into a million pieces. The thought of never holding my baby in my arms, never seeing their smile, never hearing their laughter... it's almost too much to bear.
"You can't be serious, Doc!" I exclaimed. "No, my child is still here with me" I protested, forcing myself to believe it was all a lie, but Mrs Karen's expression said it all- I indeed lost my son! I had thought that this baby would open a new chapter in my relationship with Lysander but it failed when he gave me those papers to sign. I signed them with the hope that I have someone to wipe my tears when Lysander is not around but that glimpse of hope is gone and it is all because of one person- Lysander Steel! I seized the tears flowing down my cheeks, clenching my fists as I remembered when I told Lysander that I was pregnant with his child! I even explained to him the danger of transfusing my blood to Cameil but he was persistent with his decision, and now I lost my child! He is the root cause of everything which happened to me! My baby, my fertility, my family, I lost them all because of Lysander! I've taken enough of all their abuses, it is time to end it all! I stood up from the ward bed, holding my aching belly as I intended to leave the room. "Where are you going, Mrs Steel?" Mrs Karen inquired, approaching to touch me but I pushed her hand away with so much rage. My face was strictly expressed as I shone my eyes at Mrs Karen who just annoyed me with her words. "I'll let this slide today but the next time you address me by the name 'Mrs Steel', I will make sure you lose your job!" I warned, my fingers pointing directly to her face. I turned front, not minding the amazing looks on Mrs Karen's face. She must have wondered why I sounded so vengeful, not knowing that I was no longer the Ivy she used to know. I am no longer Mrs Steel, I am Ivy... only Ivy. ******** I headed straight to the Steel's mansion with one intent which is to pack my luggage and get the hell out of their lives. Immediately I opened the door, someone slapped me! I looked up to see who had slapped me, while still holding the side of my cheek which was slapped. Gracias Steel, Lysander's Mom, stood confidently before me with widened eyes and clenched fists. "How dare you stab Cameil? You couldn't afford to bear my son a child and the woman who was ready to do so is lying on the sick bed all because of you" She added, her fingers pointing to my face. I am not surprised by the fact that Gracias Steel is siding with Cameil because right from time, Cameil was her favourite. She never liked me and was the number one obstruction in my marriage with Lysander. Ignoring her, I made my way to walk out but she grabbed my hand and pulled my back "How dare you walk out on me? When did that start?" She inquired, her voice echoing in rage I pushed her hands off my grip, sounding so rude, I responded "I would love you to know that we are no longer on the same level! This is not the Ivy you used to know. Don't let me show you my cruel part!" "The effrontery..." She said, her face filled with surprise, she raised her hand to slap me but I clutched it tightly! She shone her eyes in disbelief, this is not the Ivy that always accorded her so much respect! "Go and ask your son the necessary questions, it is over between us. I don't expect you to continue treating me like trash!" I said, my voice rude and concise, while still holding her hand so tight. "Ivy!" A voice called out from the exit door, it was Lysander. He clenched his fists as he walked close to us, his eyes shining and body vibrating. Seeing his face was the last in my mind because he irritates me. I left his Mom and walked away, straight to my room. "Ivy, wait right there! I said to wait..." Lysander yelled while walking after me, but I ignored him until I got to my room where I started packing my luggage. Getting to where I was, Lysander took the clothes I was packing and flung them to the bed. "Where did you get your audacity from? For the first time in three years, you raised your voice on my Mom and disobeyed me. Don't forget that I make the rules and you obey them!" Lysander said, his voice filled with rage but I ignored him and continued packing my clothes. "Didn't you hear me, Ivy? What do you think you're doing, huh?" His voice echoed, interrupting my action. "I am packing my items, Lysander! I can't live under the same roof as a murderer who killed his own son! Besides, we are already divorced!" I responded, my voice attempting to break, but I controlled my emotions. Lysander scoffs and walks close to me, not even moved by my words. "Yes, we are DIVORCED, Ivy and you ought to leave this house..." "As you can see, I am preparing to leave!" I cut him off, trying to avoid close contact with him but he dragged the clothes from my hand, saying "That is not what I meant..." "If you were to leave this house, you are free to leave but with nothing!" Lysander added. I smiled, closing the wardrobe. Lysander is correct, I never bought any item for myself in this marriage. Everything I had, he owned them. If he wants me to leave with nothing, I will gladly do so. I closed the wardrobe, endeavouring to walk out with nothing when Lysander clutched my right hand. Our eyes hit, but he eventually took his gaze to my left hand where I held my phone. "I bought that handset in your hand! You're not gonna leave with that..." Lysander said, his tone persistent with rage. "You can have them...." Lysander collected the phone from my hand and threw it to the floor with so much gravity. I sighted the phone crawling into a broken screen but swallowed my spit, pretending like I don't give a damn. I turned to leave, but Lysander's hand shot out, grasping my arm. I tried to shake him off, but he held tight. His eyes blazed with anger, and I searched his face for any glimmer of empathy. But all I saw was hatred, cold and hard. "What now, Lysander?" I inquired, my voice laced with a mix of frustration and exhaustion. Lysander walked a bit closer, making me take some steps back. "When I married you, you had nothing! So now that we are Divorced, you will leave with nothing! And that includes your clothes and panties! You're gonna leave this house naked, Ivy!" I shook my head slowly, my hands clenched tightly to my palm. I can't believe that this is the same man I fell in love with! "Do you expect me to walk in the street naked?" I Inquired, my voice beginning to break into emotions as I refused to take my eyes off his cruel eyes. "I don't expect you to walk out in the street naked, I want you to walk around the world naked! I don't love you, Ivy, so don't expect an empathy from me!" He responded with so much disrespect. I knew Lysander would never change his mind, so I did as he said. I swallowed some spits before pulling off my clothes, leaving me with only my underwear. I looked at Lysander one last time, my emotions piling up with guilt and anger. No symptom of STOP from him, I'll have to do this... I pulled my bra and threw it on the bed, leaving my breast exposed. As I stood there, feeling vulnerable and humiliated, I was lost in so many emotions that tears dropped from my eyes. Alas, I pulled my panties and dropped them on the bed. I covered my breasts and sniffed, controlling my tears, I managed to look at Lysander one last time "Mark today's date, the 24th of November. On this day, I, Ivy Moore promise you that you will regret everything that happened today!" Lysander's expression suddenly changed, and for a moment, I saw a flicker of something like regret in his eyes. But it was quickly replaced by his usual cold, hard mask. I ran out of the room, the cool air conditioning hitting my bare skin like a slap. I felt humiliated and angry, my eyes stinging with unshed tears. "Ivy!" I could hear Lysander calling my name but I ignored him and continued running until I got out of the mansion. As I walked out, I noticed a sleek G-WAGON 2024 Boat-tail parked by the entrance. The driver, a tall, handsome man with a newly shaved beard, caught my eye as he stepped out of the car. He nodded at me, his eyes narrowing at the corners, and approached me with confidence. He pulled his suit jacket and covered my body. "Let's go, my QUEEN!"Lysander attempted to touch me, but the young man hit him in the face. He walked me to the car, opening it for me, and ensuring I entered before he walked back to Lysander."Don't you ever think of touching Ivy again! She is no longer yours, okay?" He warned, his fingers pointing straight to Lysander's face. It was never my wish to stare at Lysander but I had to look at him last time, my body was so filled with rage as I watched all the love I had for Lysander burn into HATRED!"Don't worry, Ivy, you'll never be able to see his face again!" The young man who had previously helped me with his car, said, his hand holding my right hand."Thank you,... Ethan!" I said, pulling a gentle smile on my face. He was no new to me, I'd known him for ages and recently chatted with him when I was at the hospital to come pick me up at the mansion.I'm glad he arrived on time and picked me before Lysander!Ethan glanced at me, his brow furrowed with concern. 'We're heading to the mansion, Ivy. Are yo
Two days already passed and I've been living my life like a QUEEN that I am. Grandpa previously promised to support me throughout this mission of mine. He assured me that whatever I did, he's gonna help me out in that.I'm not backing down. I'm strong, and I've sent spies to keep a close eye on Lysander and Cameil. The only way to defeat your enemies is by keeping a close watch on them. I've done this, keeping a very close watch on Cameil and Lysander. This was how I learnt that Cameil is out of the hospital and already engaged to Lysander.My informant, Mr Grey, revealed to me that Cameil now lives with Alexander in his mansion. What a cool way to begin my plots!I just finished taking my bath and was wearing my dress when someone knocked at the door."Who is that?" My voice echoed, while I continued wearing my ornaments."May I come in?" Ethan requested, his voice sounding eccentric.I Wonder what could have brought him here. "Of course, you may!" I responded, fully done with my bod
"Really?" I asked, my face humming up with a smile. I could see clearly on Cameil's face how angered she was to see me there, but her rage was covered with those vengeful smiles."I shouldn't be answering your questions, Ivy. After all, we are not in the same class!" Cameil responded, rolling the glass of wine in her hand."I don't have your time as well, Cameil. Unlike you, I have a very big role to play in this place today..." I said, attempting to walk out when Cameil grabbed my hands.She pulled me backwards, her eyes filled with rage. She stared at me as if she would devour me, her skin vibrating in anger."Don't you ever walk out on me, Ivy! You are still a nobody..." Cameil added, her tone dimmed.My eyes moved from Cameil's head down to her toes before looking at her hands which were gripping my fist. I pulled her hands off me with my left hand. My fingers pointing down to her face, I warned "I will let this slide for today, Cameil. But the next time you ever dare to interrupt
Everyone already settled down in the grand event, taking their seats according to when they booked their tickets. Ethan was sitting in seat number 3, and all the seats were already occupied except sear numbers 0,1 and 2. After listening to Lysander and Cameil's conversation, I made my way back to the event and attempted to sit in Seat Number 0 when someone held my hand."Don't be so fast, Ivy!" I turned back and saw Cameil holding my hand, her eyes filled with rage."Excuse me!" I commanded, pushing Cameil out of my grip. "I will not allow such intolerance in this event. Not from you, not from anyone else!" I added, my eyes puffing out and shining brightly at Cameil.Her action pulled everyone's attention so all eyes were on us but I couldn't care less. I ignored Cameil by bending down to collect my bidder's paddle but she grabbed my hand once more."Why do you always have to act like the boss, Ivy?" She asked furiously "The seat you are attempting to claim doesn't belong to you. I th
Lysander's gaze seized to move from mine. I could feel his anger which was displayed clearly in his veins."I asked everyone to quit, so what on earth are you doing?" Lysander inquired, his eyes persistently stitched to mine."I'm bidding the Pendant of course, what else do you think I'm doing?" I responded but he cut me off instantly "Stop this bull shit, Ivy. You of all the people should understand clearly that the necklace belongs to Grandma, why on earth are you bidding for it?" I made sure my expression was belittling so that Lysander would understand that his yelling didn't freak me in any way. I opened up to him that I didn't want to have any misunderstanding with him.Furthermore, this is a bidding. Whatever is brought out is ensured to be sold! He was lost in complete eyesight! His looks at me explained how disappointed he was at me and of course, I don't give a damn because we are now divorced.I was lost in happiness as I took a gentle gaze at Cameil who was already quiver
Just as expected, Cameil denied taking the pendant from Lysander, claiming she knew nothing about it. In her words, she pointed fingers at me "If there is anyone to suspect in this scenario, it should be Ivy, not me!"I can't believe that Cameil still dares to point fingers at me when she's at fault. Well, I'll make the task easier for myself.I told Lysander that I had enough evidence to prove that Cameil actually stole the pendant. As if not bothered by my proclamation, Cameil went ahead and asked me to provide the necessary evidence I had against her as she was more than ready to defend herself from them.Not quite long had she asked me to do this I dialled the number of Mr Vale, the manager at The Moores Accessory Mall. He'll tell the truth if the pendant was sold to him."What are you doing? I mean who are you calling?" Cameil inquired in fright. "Just like they say, a guilty conscience fears no accusation. Since you believe that I am the liar here, why don't you wait for my evi
IVYLast night was worth the stress as I enjoyed the frustration on Lysander's face. One thing he hated is being ripped off of what belongs to him and I did that to him last night.While in my room, I raised the pendant and portrayed it in the mirror before me. As I gazed at it, I sniffed intensely remembering the beautiful relationship I used to share with Old Mrs Sylvie before her death. I know she may be sad that I took what she handed over to her son but I'm confident she'd understand why I did that.The moment I dropped the pendant, I saw a newsletter in the drawer beneath me. It has the heading 'The 2024 Couple Of The Year Edition' Picking the newsletter, I was lost in the thoughts of how much I wished I could attend this event someday as it was always full of so much fun. I was lost in these thoughts when a voice jolted me from behind "Do you wanna go to the event?" I turned back and saw Ethan. He previously went out to settle some issues in the office, I guess he's back alre
"Will the six selected couples please step onto the stage?" The hosts, a man and a woman, said, smiling gently as the couples started making their way to the stage. As I stood there, Ethan stretched out his left hand, his fingers extended in a gentle invitation as if seeking to intertwine them with mine. I placed my hand in his, and together we walked out.The stage had separate tables for each couple placed in threes opposite each other. We got so unlucky to have Lysander and Cameil standing opposite us!"The first game is called 'Do you know me!'" One of the hosts said and the other added "The couples are advised to face each other with the female's eyes blindfolded. Something will be done to you and you predict it or if not your partner did that to you. I hope it's clear to you all?""And with that, let the game begin!" The female host announced and some men walked to us with. a tray. Cameil gave me a threatening sight, an expression of victory furrowed on her face.I'm not fami
Cameil}I walked out of the scene angrily. Getting to the kitchen, I started scattering everythingI am damn pissed off right now and it is all thanks to IvyOne of the caterers offered to help me out, thinking I needed some water“Do you want some water to calm your nerves, Ma'am?” She had asked, walking to me with a glass of water in her handI nodded at her as I waited for her to bring her so-called water“Here you go, Ma'am” she said, handing the glass of water to me. I collected it from her and splashed it on her face“Stupid girl!” I yelled at her. “Did I tell you that I needed your silly little assistant? How dare you interfere in matters unrelated to you?“I'm sorry….” She tried to apologize but I pushed her out of the kitchen.“Get the fuck out and never You return to this mansion. You are fired!The other caterers there knew they had to play their parts. They left the kitchen immediatelyI'm very mad right now. My breath jsut kept moving fast. What the hell is wrong with Lys
~IvyLooking up, it was Cameil. Her face was squeezed, her other fist clenched so tight as she used the right one to hold my hand.“Were you about to hit her just now?” She asked but I wasted no time in getting back my gripped hand.“Like seriously, ivy. You have the guts to raise your hand on an elder who is old enough to be your mother. How disrespectful you can be, Ivy!” Cameil added, raising her tone to grab more attention from the guests.But I wasn't buying that shit. I smirked at her. “You should be asking your precious mother-in-law what she had said to me to warrant my wrath! She asked for it, and of course, I gave it to her”“You should be ashamed of yourself, Ivy” Cameil added immediately after me, wearing that pretentious face of hers as if she is the holiest person in this world.“Mother here was only correcting you for your mistake. Instead of you go acknowledge your mistake and accommodate with her, you went ahead to raise your hand on her. So, if I wasn't here, you wou
~IvyI was about to leave for Lysander's birthday when I saw Ethan. Seeing him, I was astounded. What is he doing here? I don't remember asking him to come over, but he also dressed so maturely as if he was going somewhere special.“What is going on, Ivy?” Ethan dragged me from my thoughts. “You seem to be surprised, is there anything wrong with my dressing code?”“Oh, about that….” I tried to stammer. “It's nothing, I wasn't expecting you to be here. So, I was kinda lost….”Ethan grabbed my fist softly. “I can't allow you to go over there alone, Ivy! I promised to always protect you and I am doing everything it takes to make that vow a reality!”His hands were so soft, I found peace in his words. As he grinned at me, I was assured of protection. Protection which Lysander failed to give me.“You already knew?” I managed to ask, while gripping his hand softly.“Of course, Ivy. I was aware of your plan to attend Lysander's birthday party. He sent out an invitation card yesterday, sadly
~IvyThe persistent chiming of my phone woke me from my peaceful sleep. I wonder who could be texting me by this time of the day.Oh, it's already 9Am, well, it's still Early for me because I didn't get enough sleep yesterday.Ethan ‘spoilt’ me last night with the dress he bought and also the gifts, asking me not to be mad at himI wasn't even mad at him, he is the last person I could be annoyed with.I picked my phone and saw that it was the 12th January, Lysander's birthday.How can I forget his birthday? I used to gift him many things, clothes, bags, shades, undies, name them all.I used to buy Lysander all these every of his birthday but he never appreciated any of them. If you go to the storage room, all the valuables I bought for Lysander are probably there.He never liked them and always threw them in there like they worth nothing!And now, I even remembered it was his birthday. I blame myself for still being concerned about him.As I was about to step down from my bed, my phon
{Cameil}Immediately I knocked on the door, Caleb opened it and grabbed my face softly.The next thing that followed was an intense Kiss. His lips flowed so well with mine as our tongues connected to each other.“Caleb…” I tried to stop him but he was too aroused. Gosh, his tongue resisted my tongue from even calling out his name.His hand went to my ass and he gripped it so fast. How come he was so prepared for this sex. I wasn't even ready so I tried my best to push his hand off my ass and also stop him from kissing me but he persisted!Before I could even make further movements, his finger already found its way under my panties and OUCHHH….His finger just entered my pussy.That was so fuckin’ good! Feeling this, I was damn aroused and now, I want to have Caleb kiss, fuck and deal with me.I flung my bag and grabbed his button. As I unlocked it, he kissed and pressed me harder.“Oughhh!” I moaned, I could feel not just one finger but two good fingers inside my holes!As our lips m
{Cameil}“Come on, answer me. Don't you have a response to give to me?” Caleb jolted me from my amazement.Did I hear him right? He asked me to have sex with him in exchange for the debt.Can't get do it alone at least for the love he has for me?“You still don't have an answer to give, huh?” He added and grabbed his phone, attempting to stand up.Before he could make a movement, I pulled him back.“I have made up my mind, Caleb!” I forced some words out of my mouth. “I will….”I couldn't even say it. Caleb just fixed his eyes on me, anticipating what I would say.“Awhun! Come on, spit it out?”I looked at him one more time before responding. “I will do it, Caleb! I will have sex with you and in exchange for that, you will pay off Lysander's debt!” Caleb curved out a smile from his mouth. “Good girl!” “You listened to your heart and knew what my body craves for! You know how much I missed your body, and I am very happy that we will be spending a lustful night together….”Caleb was e
{Cameil}I wasted no time in picking up my phone and dialing Caleb's number.“Hello…” “Hello!” Caleb responded and added immediately “ You finally remembered me! I think I should go to the Church and offer a burnt sacrifice unto the Lord!” “I am not ready to play around with you, Caleb! I have a plan that I want you to help me with”“And what is it?” He asked, finally going back to his serious self.“Let's meet in person, Caleb!” I sniffed, remembering how Lysander walked away with Ivy right before my eyes!“Okay, then! I will see you at our usual spot by 12PM!” “Okay…” I hung up and held my phone tightly.Caleb is the only person who can help me in this situation. I am sure that he won't think twice before aggreing to my plan and I am a hundred person sure that he will do as I told him!I walked from my bed to my dressing mirror. I stared at myself from beginning to end but found no spot on my body!What does Ivy have that I don't have? This is the question I keep asking myself!
~IvyCameil's eyes sparked in rage. She never expected Lysander to stop her from raising her hands on me and even if Lysander hadn't stopped her, does she think I'd let her slap me?Playful kid!“Why did you stop me, Lysander? Are you seriously going to let this woman play the role of a third wheel in our relationship?” Cameil yelled at Lysander after taking her hand off his grip.“ The last time I checked, Cameil, our relationship was not in a good posture! I asked you to give me some space to think about my life, I don't understand which Third wheel you are talking about here!” Lysander responded, his eyes focused on Cameil.Reverting the glare, Cameil sparked up in more emotions.“So, tell me, are you both back on a good track? Are you both back together as a couple even when she had divorced you and made you lose a heavy amount of money? Even when she had…”“Will you stop ranting already, Cameil?” Lysander cut Cameil off. He pointed his fingers to her face. “Why are you trying to
~IvyI couldn't believe what was going on. Was it the Lysander that I know holding my fist so softly or is it another Lysander? The Lysander I know hates me to the extent that the last thing he would ever think of is having physical contact with me.But here he is, asking me to give him a chance, even as friends?“Friends?” I scoffed sharply. “You are asking us to be friends, Lysander? Did I waste five minutes of my precious little time to hear you ask for a second chance?”“Believe me, Ivy” He added, booming out his soft and seductive voice. “I mean it when I ask for a second chance. I know that you have moved on with your life now, But if it's not too much, can you grant me this wish…”I pulled my hands off him instantly. “I'm sorry to disappoint you, Lysander but I don't think it's possible for me to grant you this request of yours and even if I haven't moved on with my life, I can't stand to become close to a man who was so Heartless to kill his own flesh and blood!” My voice ech