Love Blooms At Second Chances

Love Blooms At Second Chances

last updateLast Updated : 2022-04-09
By:  Lady SakuraOngoing
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On the day Catherine’s younger sister died, everything fell into crumbles. Her adopted parents cast her off, her medical license was revoked, and her reputation was ruined. Her best friend, Monique, helped her in moving to another city to start a new life. She became a college professor despite her struggles of hiding her past. A young CEO suddenly entered her discreet yet peaceful world, changing her usual peace. He offered her a contract that she can’t refuse. She has to choose between peace and freedom. Find out what is Catherine’s choice and either her choice will lead her to happiness or another heartache. Catherine:" You must be sent by my younger sister to me. She might think that I will be lonely once she's gone so she brought you to me." Alexander: "On the day before I thought I died, your voice brought me back to life. I promise in front of the grave of your sister that I will protect and love you. You will never be alone anymore."

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1: Foundation Ceremony

(Catherine’s POV)

As I looked at the time on my watch, I realized that it was almost time for the ceremony to start. I picked up my phone and called Monique to tell her that I'd be going home late since I hadn’t informed her about it yet. After a few rings, the call came through.

“Hello, Monique?”

“Cathy, hey! What’s up?” Sounds of people’s cheers are heard in the background.

“Where are you? Why is it so noisy out there?” I can hear the loud music playing in the background. If I’m not mistaken, she’s in a bar right now. It’s not a surprise to me since she’s been bar hopping quite a lot of times before.

“Oh, is it so loud? Wait, I’ll go out for a moment.”

Monique went silent and all I could hear on the phone were noises from the place. Someone knocked on the door and announced that we should go now to the theatre hall located near the Music Department Building. Everyone responded and I stood up with my phone in my hand.

“Hey, Cathy. Still there?

I looked at my phone when Monique suddenly spoke. The loud noise was minimized and I can hear her words clearly compared to a while ago. “Yes. Monique, I’ll be coming home late this time. We had a ceremony going on here at the university and all of us are needed to attend.”

“Oh, is that the foundation ceremony?”

“Yup, it’s the same one every year.”

Monique chuckled at her response. “Hahaha, no wonder you stayed there to attend. Of all the events in your school, the only activity that can make you attend is that foundation ceremony.”

Walking out of the room, I saw a crowd of people walking towards the theatre hall. I looked for a quiet area and continued the call. “I have no choice. The Chairman is coming, so everyone needs to attend. By the way, do you need me to fetch you there? I know you will drink a lot since you’re in a bar.”

“Yeah sure. I’ll text you the place. Call me when you get here, okay? Bye Cathy!”

“Bye Monique.” After the call, I placed my phone in my coat pocket and walked towards the venue. As I entered the hall, it was almost full. The theatre hall is quite large and it can cater to up to a thousand people. The stage is placed at the front of the hall and the seats are arranged in rows where there are no desks, tables, or any furniture.

I saw the area where the staff should be seated. Since I’m one of the last people who came in, the only vacant seat is the one in the first row in the far left corner of the hall. It’s beside the exit door of the room. It’s a little bit remote, but I like it since there are no disturbances for me.

The ceremony was about to start in a few minutes, as the MC announced. I leaned back in my seat and looked ahead. Some teachers sitting near me are busy applying some makeup on their faces, which baffled me. ‘Is it really necessary to apply too much makeup right now? It’s just the Chairman and this always happens every year.’

I looked around and saw that most of the teachers, especially female teachers, had made a great effort to make their appearances. Some had worn their most expensive and pretty clothes, some even went to a salon for their hair, and some had their full make-up on.

‘Who are they making themselves look pretty for? They haven’t done it in the past, so why now?’ My questions were answered when I heard the person beside me talk.

“You must be wondering why they are making such an effort, right, Professor Catherine?” I looked at him without any expression. The man sitting beside me is Professor Kalean Han. As far as I can remember, he is teaching economics and we’re staying in the same office.

I’m not really close to any one of them, but I knew all of them. Professor Han is one of my colleagues that I could talk to once in a while. He is a bit aloof, but compared to me, he had a few friends in our circle. So, aside from work-related stuff, we don’t talk much. This was the first time we had a casual conversation.

“Is it because of Chairman Lu? I don’t think they have made that same effort in the past years.” I looked ahead as I spoke to him in my normal tone.

“It’s not Chairman Lu who is coming. It’s his grandson, President Alexander Lu.” I nodded as my response. I don’t really care much about whoever comes. What I want is for this ceremony to end earlier so that I can go home earlier.

Our conversation ended and both of us went silent. The MC starts her introduction, which signals the start of the ceremony. I placed my entire focus on the stage, not minding the low giggles and chuckles I heard from the people sitting behind me.

As usual, the Principal of the school came on the stage and emphasized the achievements of the school. Including its long history and obstacles, the school has encountered for the past few years. It’s always the same speech all the time. I’m even wondering if it’s the same speech he had last year.

Nevertheless, I don’t think the audience minded it though, since they are still looking very eagerly in front. Or that’s what I thought. 

As the principal introduced the arrival of President Lu, the atmosphere suddenly changed. By the looks of it, most girls have their eyes brightened up as soon as the Principal mentioned President Lu. ‘As expected, they’re waiting for President Lu.”

I never once saw this President Lu before. I rarely watch any news or read any magazines that relate to business. But I have already heard from him a lot of times. He is quite famous here in the Capital City, but I never had any interest in him, so I didn’t bother.

But from what I can see from the reactions of these people right now, he might be really amazing. Well, that’s not really a surprise, since Chairman Lu is very charismatic despite his old age as well.

Sounds of claps and cheers echoed through the whole room as the man wearing a navy blue tuxedo walked up the stage. The lights were focused on him, making him look more charming and radiant. His tall and strong figure made him look dashing as he walked with large strides on the platform.

When he stopped in front, my world collapsed when I saw his face clearly. My heart stopped beating as I saw his clear figure on the stage. My breathing hitched for a moment and sweat was slowly covering my already cold hands. ‘No way! He is President Lu?’

Not minding the heavy claps of the crowd, I slightly tapped Professor Han’s shoulder with my already trembling hands. “Uhmmm. Professor Han, is it okay for you to inform the Director later if he looked for me that I went home earlier? I’m not really feeling well right now.”

Professor Han must have noticed my pale appearance since he nodded. “Do you want me to send you there? You look so pale right now.”

Shaking my head, I refused his offer. “I’m fine. I can go home alone. It might upset the Director if both of us are absent, so please stay.”

When he nodded his head, I silently stood up and walked out of the hall. Luckily, I’m sitting near the exit door, so my disappearance is not that obvious. I can feel my feet shaking terribly as I’m walking away from the hall. The cold wind brushed past me, making me shiver.

I hurriedly went towards the parking area and went inside the car. I immediately started the car and drove out of the university. Looking on the road, scenes from my past flashed through my mind. That past where I saw that car rolled over in the heavy snow.

Searching for my phone in my pocket, I finally caught it and hurriedly called Monique. “Cathy hey! Is the ceremony over already?”

I heaved a deep sigh, trying to calm myself. “Monique, I saw him.”

“Saw who?”

I bit my lips slightly and my hand holding the steering wheel tightened. “Him. That guy in the heavy snow. The last person I saved and illegally treated despite my revoked medical license. I saw him again, Monique. I saw him at the university.”

Silence enveloped both of us. ‘Of all places, of all people, why is he here? I’m just hoping that he didn’t recognize me at all. Or else, this peace that I have right now will turn into a crumble instantly.’

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28 Chapters
Chapter 1: Foundation Ceremony
(Catherine’s POV) As I looked at the time on my watch, I realized that it was almost time for the ceremony to start. I picked up my phone and called Monique to tell her that I'd be going home late since I hadn’t informed her about it yet. After a few rings, the call came through. “Hello, Monique?” “Cathy, hey! What’s up?” Sounds of people’s cheers are heard in the background. “Where are you? Why is it so noisy out there?” I can hear the loud music playing in the background. If I’m not mistaken, she’s in a bar right now. It’s not a surprise to me since she’s been bar hopping quite a lot of times before. “Oh, is it so loud? Wait, I’ll go out for a moment.” Monique went silent and all I could hear on the phone were noises from the place. Someone knocked on the door and announced that we should go now to the theatre hall located near the Music Department Building. Everyone responded and I stood up with my phone in my hand. “Hey, Ca
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Chapter 2: The Man in the Snow
(Catherine’s POV) I hurriedly went inside our apartment as soon as I arrived. Opening the door, I went straight to the kitchen counter and took a glass of water. “Catherine, it’s okay! He won’t be able to recognize you. It’s fine!” My back slowly leaned back on the closed refrigerator door, still trying to calm myself. After a couple of minutes, the door of the apartment suddenly opened and Monique’s voice was heard all over the place. “Cathy! Cathy! Where are you?!” “I’m here!” Monique’s silhouette instantly appeared in the kitchen. Looking at her face, it was very clear that she was running. Her hair was slightly disheveled and I could see in her feet some redness in it. She must have removed her high heels on the way here. “Cathy!” She immediately hugged me tightly. “Are you okay? What do you mean you saw him again? How is that even possible? I thought that happened in City A?” We took a seat in the dining area. Monique sat beside m
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Chapter 3: Nightmare
(Catherine's POV)'Where am I?’ I looked around the place and all I could see was white. I walked and walked, but it was pure nothingness.A voice suddenly sounded in this quiet place. “Catherine…” I looked back but I saw nothing. So, without any choice, I followed that voice until I saw something at the far end.I hurriedly ran without minding the cold ground. As I reached my destination, my brows furrowed and my amber-colored eyes looked intently at the familiar-looking door in front. 'It’s a door. Wait a minute, this door seems familiar… Right, it’s the door used in the operating room. Why is it here?'There was still nothing except for this door in front of me. Hesitation stopped me from opening this door. My hands seemed to freeze when I saw this oddly familiar door.Taking a few deep breaths, I finally decided to take a step forward. Then suddenly, the voice I heard earlier ca
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Chapter 4: Three Years Ago (Winter's Incident)
(Catherine's POV)I was so engrossed with checking the research files my assistant handed to me. It's been years since I started researching about my sister's illness. But because of its rareness, I didn't manage to make any breakthroughs.My phone suddenly rang. I took a look and saw that it was my mother who was calling me, so I pressed the answer button. "Hello, mom".The crying sound of my mother on the phone made me startled. I immediately dropped my files on the table and placed my focus on the phone. This made me worry because it’s unusual for my mother to act like this unless something happened to Winter.I had a bad premonition about this so I called her again to get her attention. "What happened, mom? Why are you crying?""Catherine! Winter... she...""Mom, what happened to Winter? Did something happen to her?""She...She had an attack just now. We're already in an ambulance, your sister needs you, Catherine."A
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Chapter 5: Three Years Ago (Her Death)
(Catherine’s POV)I went out of the ward and saw my mother sitting on the bench outside. She immediately rushed towards me and asked about Winter’s condition.Controlling my emotions, I reached out to her hands and held them tightly. “Mom, the test results came and according to that, her condition seemed to get worse and it spread faster than normal. I’m afraid, in a few weeks, it will reach her brain, which makes it more dangerous.”Tears spread in her already wet eyes. I raised my arms and hugged her gently. I'm also on the verge of crying but I suppressed it. My mother needs me and I need to be strong for her. "Mom, I promise you, I will do my best to save Winter. She's a tough girl. She will not leave us. There's still hope."I brought my mother back to my office so that she could rest properly. This was a tough day for her, not just physically but also emotionally."Mom, why don't you take a rest first while we wa
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Chapter 6: Three Years Ago (Winter's Funeral)
It's been three days since Winter died. They hosted a funeral for her and a lot of their friends and relatives came to share their condolences.Catherine handled the funeral to the best of her abilities. She chose the funeral home, the casket, flower arrangements, memorial cards, funeral songs, and even Winter’s dress. Her father entrusted her to do this. Her mother is still in the hospital because her blood pressure keeps on rising and she still can’t handle these things. Her father is with her to take care of her.  (Catherine's POV)Looking around the place, a sad smile crept onto my face. I can’t believe I arranged everything for this funeral. I had never once thrown an event nor hosted one. This will be the very first one, and it’s my sister’s funeral.One of the maids came and told me about the number of guests attending today. So, I left her some instructions that I needed to prepare. “Can you p
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Chapter 7: Three Years Ago (Suspect)
(Catherine’s POV)Weeks passed by so fast. After sending Winter to her final place, life continued as usual. It’s like how the sun sets and shines again. However, no matter how it repeats its rotation, it will never be the same again. Yesterday was different from today. While tomorrow is different from today. This is how our life continued after her death.Even if we continued living, it felt different than before. There’s always emptiness in our hearts that we can’t fill. Since that day, I lost my passion as well. I lost my happiness and inspiration. I mostly stayed at home most of the time. I spent less time in the hospital, which greatly shocked my colleagues.They knew me as someone who was passionate about my job. They knew me as someone who would rather work than sleep. So, it caused them to be confused about my actions. I can’t help it. I lost my will to continue to work hard. My sister is already dead, so what’s t
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Chapter 8: A Day Before the Foundation Ceremony
(Third Person’s POV)In the bustling streets in Capital City, a tall building is standing high. Inside the president’s office, located on the top floor of the building, a young man dressed in a black suit is sitting on his swivel chair. With his head nestled on the backrest, a pair of black eyes is looking in the glass window, overviewing the night sky that captures the whole city.With his tall height, this pale-skinned man has an authoritative feeling that surrounds his whole being. A particularly notable feature is his eyes, his dark eyes that make people tremble easily. His short, thick, light blonde hair perfectly complimented his face. He has an angular face with a pointed nose, well-defined cheekbones, and thin lips.This is the face of Alexander Lu, a pure devil with the face of an angel. He stands elegantly among others, despite his cold attitude. Something is enticing about him. Perhaps it’s his good looks, or perhaps it’s simpl
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Chapter 9: That Accident Three Years Ago
(Alexander’s POV)Another call came in after I ended the call with my grandfather. As I look at it, it’s the private investigator that I hired to look for that lady who saved me three years ago. “Any updates about the accident?”“We got some leads, sir. We finally managed to get the CCTV footage on that street on the day you had your accident. It's a bit hard to get that footage since that area was quite remote. According to the footage, before the ambulance came, a girl came to rescue you with a middle-aged man. We are guessing that he was a driver because of his uniform. We didn’t manage to get a clear image of that girl due to the weather on that day. However, we are sure that she is a doctor in City A.”“A doctor?” Curiosity filled my head as I listened to him. ‘What a nice coincidence. I got saved by a doctor.’“Yes sir. Based on the way she handled your injuries, we can
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Chapter 10: The Lady with Amber Eyes
(Alexander’s POV) “Sir, as Chairman Lu instructed, your only schedule this afternoon is to attend the foundation ceremony at Capital University.” Secretary Lin mentioned as he scanned through his tablet. With my eyes focused on the laptop’s screen in front of me, I spoke. “How long would that ceremony last? I need to meet someone tonight.” “For the last few years, the ceremony has always ended around 8 in the evening.” I nodded my head and closed the laptop. Looking at the time, it was already 3 in the afternoon and the ceremony would start at 4 pm. “We should go over now, I don’t want to be late for that event.” Secretary Lin took the laptop after nodding. We walked out of the office and headed to the basement floor. He pressed the B1 button where the VIP’s cars were all parked. Waiting for the lift to reach the basement, I took my phone from my suit pocket and answered the call. “Yes, grandfather?” “Are you on the way now, Alexander?
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