Madison could not help but glance at Dylan and Scarlett from upstairs from time to time. While Madison was busy being a housemaid, endless conversation and laughter filled the living room. How Dylan and Scarlett talked could make anyone mistake them for getting back as couples."Jeez! Has it been a year since they saw each other?" Madison mumbled in annoyance. She turned around to focus on her job when she heard a faint laugh."Look who's getting jealous," Emily teased and pointed at Madison. The former even nudged the latter.Rolling her eyes at Emily's nonsense, Madison retorted, "Jealous? I don't need to be." Madison moved the vacuum cleaner to distance herself from Emily. But Emily moved closer and stared at Madison as if confirming something. "Come on, Madi, that's jealousy. Have you fallen in love with Sir Dylan?" "Stop with your nonsense, Emily," Madison replied as she shook her head and explained, "I haven't fallen in love with him." Emily grinned. "Really?" she teased. "Th
When Marco returned from the flower shop, Scarlett was at the mansion's gate. She said that she came to apologize to Madison personally. Dylan knew his ex-girlfriend's presence would make Madison upset. But Scarlett was pregnant and drove to the mansion to apologize, so Dylan welcomed him inside.It did not take Dylan an hour since he left after breakfast. But he could not help but smile when he entered the gate and saw Madison like she had been away from him for years. Unlike him, Madison's face was dim when she turned to them and saw the woman beside Dylan. Her arched eyebrow screamed displeasure. But Dylan reckoned Scarlett would not do anything wrong since he had already talked to her. When Scarlett apologized to Madison, Dylan noticed that the latter was hesitant to forgive. He understood it, and he wanted to validate it. But Madison eventually forgave Scarlett, making Dylan admire the kindness of the woman he now loved.Madison had a lot of work to do, so she left Dylan with Sc
As the days passed quickly, the day of the acceleration test drew near. In a few months, Madison would have to take the exam to be fully admitted into the university she was attending. However, because the institution was still awaiting the results of Madison's acceleration test, her official admission was now on hold.Every day, Dylan assisted Madison in reviewing her studies and patiently explained the concepts she had trouble understanding. He also practiced with her, which helped her comprehend the Italian language more effectively. Like today, Dylan was at her side as she went over her readings in the garden. He had to study multiple contracts, and it was difficult for him to grasp the ins and outs of their business. Still, Dylan was incredibly patient with Madison as he explained things to her. Dylan had kept his promise and never seen Scarlett again since Madison got angry at him. And every time Dylan received a call from Scarlett, he would cancel it and even shut off his phon
It was early morning, and she and Dylan had almost arrived at her hometown. Madison occasionally slept during their journey because she was so excited to see her family and wanted to have the energy to catch up with them. It had been a few months since she last saw them, so Madison felt happy and excited.After seeing the familiar street, Madison yelled, "We're here, Mr. Carter!" and intended to step out of the car before Dylan could pull the vehicle into a sidewalk. However, it was not a good idea because it was already dawn, and she might unintentionally disturb their neighbors' sleep. Her neighbors would undoubtedly spread rumors about this until everyone knew it. When the car stopped, Madison quickly opened it, and she almost fell."Careful, darling," Dylan gently said and quickly supported her. "Don't be in such a hurry. We're already here," He said while observing her make sure she was alright. After confirming that nothing had happened to her, Dylan held Madison carefully and h
Dylan just came from the lake with Madison and her family. The sound of Madison's smiles and laughter as she conversed with her family was music to Dylan's ears. While the family went inside the house, he stayed at the shop to get some air.Shades of blue illuminated the clouds in the sky by now. Dylan smiled as he remembered the pure smile on Madison's lips as she waded around the edge of the lake earlier. He was happy because she let him see and experience the life she grew up in. It was undeniable that it was challenging at first. But he learned to become comfortable with it as time passed.Suddenly, Ruth sat in the wooden chair opposite Dylan, plastering a warm smile in front of him. "I couldn't thank you enough, Mr. Carter. If it weren't for you, Madison wouldn't be able to study again and pursue her dream.""Don't mention it, Aunt Ruth," Dylan replied and promised, "I am serious with your daughter, and I'll do everything for her."Ruth nodded. "Madison was still young when she s
Dylan and Madison returned to the city the next day. In the mansion, Dylan found his parents waiting for him in the living room. He was surprised as it happened once in a blue moon. But he had a hunch why. It often meant they had something serious to talk about as a family."Good evening, Sir," Madison greeted. She shifted her gaze to Laurene and also greeted her. "Good evening, Madam." Both of Dylan's parents greeted back with a reply."How was your visit to your family?" Laurene asked."I enjoyed it so much, Madam," Madison replied. "Thank you so much." All smiles, she also glanced at Dylan as if telling him he made it even happier."I'm glad to hear that," Laurene said before. "You must be tired from the trip. You have classes to attend early tomorrow, don't you? Go ahead, take a rest now, Madison."Madison nodded politely and said, "I'll go to my room now, Madam. Good evening to you again." She took her luggage in Dylan's hand, but he did not let go of it.Dylan wanted to escort h
Madison felt so happy on her way back to the mansion. She learned how to commute after realizing that Dylan was already busy at work and couldn't pick her up all the time as it would take too much of his time. Yet, Dylan was unaware that she had yet to return to Norville because something came up at the last minute. Madison now couldn't contain her joy and relief as she embraced the envelope containing the results of the acceleration test for which she had diligently studied for six months, thinking that finally, she had passed the exam and could continue her studies at the universities and even had a chance to graduate. While grinning from ear to ear, Madison walked to the bus station and looked at her wristwatch to see what time it was. Earlier, she had waited long to get the result since others like her had anticipated it.'I can't wait to tell this good news to Mr. Carter as well as Mom and my sisters,' Madison inwardly thought before getting into the bus.Her smile widened, eve
Dexter was at home, lying on his bed and about to sleep. Suddenly, his mobile phone rang. He wondered who could be calling him at this hour. After seeing the caller, he couldn't help but frown. This was the first time this person had called him. She only texted Dexter whenever she had some questions about their lessons or when she was asking for help from him.When Dexter answered the call, he was stunned by what he heard. "Can you help me?" the person stammered on the other line, her voice desperate and lost. What surprised Dexter even more was when he heard her suppressed cries. He immediately shot up from his bed. "Where are you, Madison?" Dexter immediately asked. While his phone was trapped between his cheek and neck, he pulled his clothing out of the closet and got dressed."I do not know," Madison said in a low voice as she sobbed."What? How did you get there?" Dexter worriedly asked."I don't know, Dexter. I don't know," Madison replied. Her voice had a hint of sorrow while
It was a lovely event of their lives that most people important to their lives attended.Paris became the witness to the renewal of the vows of Stanley and Maxine a year later.They chose the five-star hotel to be more convenient for the family Maxine grew up with. The acclaimed mother sewed her wedding gown which was adored by everyone. Maxine was happy to be with the same family she loved, the real parents and the people who raised and cared for her.The love of the bride and groom can be seen in the way they look at each other and in the vows they make before God.Despite the many trials they have gone through and will yet go through, they are confident they can overcome them all because the Lord was with them. They visit the couple Leo and Isabel. Leo was happy because she knew that her best friend, the woman who had become important in her life, was happy.He’s hoping that hopefully, like the two of them, Leo and Isabel will also have a happy ending, something that seems vague y
While they were riding in the car, Maxine remembered the tragedy that happened to her. It was a nightmare for them. She thought that night was her end. She thought she would never see them again.She took a deep sigh and looked outside and she realized if that happened again, she would do the same. She will still save him. She was her twin and I loved her after all, despite their differences.She survived and she still had a chance to fix the mess with her siblings. She closed her eyes and was determined to make sure they got along. 'I am lucky because I have a sister, a twin.' her mind kept telling this sentence."We're here!" Stanley said with an energetic tone. "You're thinking too deeply, maybe I'm drowning in your mind," he winked once."Duh! Shut up." But he pulled her close to him."I love you. Thank you, Honey, you didn't leave us. Thank you because I still have a chance to be with you, to wake up every morning next to you, to hug and kiss you, and to grow old with you ." She
It's been three weeks. Maureen knows everyone hates her, and she hates herself, too.She just wasted her life. She made her own life complicated, full of hatred, instead of being thankful because as Maxine said, Maureen was blessed because she was with her parents while Maxine lived far away from them.Maureen knows she's been so bad. Something had to happen for her to wake up to the truth. She should have realized that her life was good.Maureen already has the things she should have valued long ago . Her relationship with Stanley ended because of her selfish dreams of popularity. She chooses that over her husband and daughter and now no matter what she does, She can’t get them back anymore.Her mother and father have forgiven her because that's how their parents really are. No matter how much she had done with them, still Maureen was their daughter and they loved her. Maureen was blessed with kind and loving parents that she didn’t even appreciate. She's been an ungrateful wretch,
Stanley and Mauren were outside the house where Maureen had taken the children. They've been warned not to do anything that may harm anything to all of them. So now, they're waiting for the cops to give a signal.They were anxious as they observed the house. All they wanted was to get Heather and Elaine."Hon, I hope we can get our children," Stanley remarked as he held Maxine's hands."Don't worry, Hon. Just trust Him and pray. Lord will not leave us," Maxine said and smiled a little.Stanley moved his hand to his wife's face, saying, "No matter what happens, take care of our child and always remember that I love you and our family very much."Maxine frowned at what she had heard and said, "Don't say that, Hon. Both of us will take care of our children, okay? Nothing bad will happen. Just have faith."Then Stanley gave Maxine a soft kiss.On the other hand, Leo was with them while Isabel stayed at home to look after Elija.After a short observation, a woman named Ava captured their a
After Maxine and Maureen's conversation, everything was chaotic at Stanley's house. They hadn't slept yet because they were waiting for updates regarding the children, and no one knew where Maureen had taken the two.Maxine couldn't do anything but cry and continued to pray for the children's safety."No, Max. I will not allow you to meet Maureen alone," Stanley argued with Maxine."But Stanley, it's what she wants, and there is nothing we can do but follow," Maxine bravely remarked. "Perhaps something horrible will happen to our children if we don't follow her," she added."No, you won't go there. We never know what might happen. We don't know what Maureen's plan is, and I can't let you put yourself in a situation where you will be hurt," Stanley worriedly said as he hugged his wife.While the couple was hugging, the policeman interjected, saying, "You don't have to worry, sir. We will do everything just to keep your family safe."On the other hand, in the room where Maureen left Ela
Maxine was dumbfounded at a loss, still wondering who her twin was because Tania didn't seem to want to tell her. Then, a few moments later, Maxine and Stanley said goodbye to go home immediately after receiving a call from Stacy informing them that Elaine wouldn't stop crying. Before leaving, Maxine said she would come back to the hospital the following day to visit again. Still, Diego informed her that Tania may be discharged once she was feeling better. Maxine just nodded and then left with Stanley. After a moment, Stanley drove quietly. But a few moments later, Maxine broke the silence. "Hon, do you know who my twin is? Do you have any idea about her?" she inquired. Stanley stopped abruptly, appearing astonished by Maxine's query. Maxine gave Stanley a stern look because of his behavior. She was confused. "I'm nervous, Hon. That something might suddenly change between us when you find out who your twin is, and I don't want that to happen. So, I want you to promise that you
They were siblings. No. They were twins! That thought never left Maureen's thoughts. It was not by any chance or coincidence that they looked the same!"We're fucking twins!" Maureen's anger now was overflowing.The person who made her life miserable and the person who stole the man she loved were the same person. She took it all from her. It's payback time.Maureen confronted her parents. "When are you going to tell me that Maxine is my twin?"She threw the DNA result in front of them."Aren't you happy at all? We finally found your twin sister. Why are you so angry?" Diego was confused now why Maureen was so angry."Should I, Dad? She stole Stanley and my daughter away from me! That woman got everything that should be mine!""Maxine isn't taking anything from you. You left your family so why would you blame her for everything? She took care of the family you abandoned," Diego corrected what Maureen was implementing."See? She even stole your trust from me! You're on her side right n
Maureen didn't see Stanley for weeks now. She couldn't get close to their house, especially since his mother was there. They didn't like her but she didn't care at all.It all started when Maxine came into the picture. Maureen really hated her. She thought that Maxine stole what was supposed to be hers. She was always at Stanley's office but even his shadow was not there. She was wondering what made him that busy.She was about to go downstairs when she noticed that people were going up with the helpers.She rolled her eyes when she saw her parents. She didn't know where they were and also she didn't care too."Maureen, your Daddy and I have good news for you," Tania said and she was smiling widely."And what could that be after you've been gone for weeks?" Maureen snorted out."We've already found your sister!"Maureen was dumbfounded. She couldn't utter a word for a couple of seconds. "R-Really? So your dearest child is still alive! I thought she drowned and was eaten by a shark."M
When destiny intruded, everything would fall into place. Maxine was so thankful that God grant the desire of her heart. They were now a complete family. Stanley was with them now with their twins.Maxine wasn't worrying anymore that her twins would grow up without a father."I love you," Stanley whispered just enough for Maxine to hear. He was now falling asleep.There was no room for Maxine's happiness. She couldn't imagine living her life without him. She was looking at the love of her life. She couldn't help but smile at the sound of his sleep.She couldn't blame him because he said he had a lot of sleepless nights thinking about where she was and her babies. If he didn't love her, why would he bother to look for them? It was the effort and concern that matters, and of course, the reason behind it was love, a pure and unending love."Love, it's impolite to stare at someone that was sleeping," Stanley murmured while his eyes were still closed. "Especially a hot topless man like me."