“Mum, I'm an adult. Where I slept is none of your business.” Natalie sighed as she walked up to her office.Rose had a trip with Mason and it would take a week for them to come back so she assured her she would look after the kids though they both knew Ethan would watch over them like the protective father he was. “You’re really rude, aren’t you? You think just because you earn more than us then it gives you the right to be so uptight?” Kate grabbed the phone from her mother.“I don't earn more than you, I earn all the money for this family so dear Kate, I think you should reconsider getting a job or going to school. Working extra hours has been taking a toll on -”“I can’t believe you! You’re kicking me out?”“She’s what?” Her mother grabbed the phone but Natalie didn’t even wait to hear what they had to say and hung up. Blocking the number in the process. She felt easily tired and breathing was getting harder and harder for her. Opening the door to her office, her mood got ten time
“Natalie, do you need a moment?” Ian's soft voice reached Natalie's ears. But she couldn't move. She remained glued to her seat, her eyes unblinking as she stared into space. A tear ran down her cheeks as everything came crashing down. How was it possible?She felt she didn't deserve it. She felt like the heavens were being so cruel to her. “W..wh..why me?” She choked out. “I'm so sorry. But I'm sure you can try again once your condition stabilizes. It's not the end of your motherhood-”Natalie wiped her tears, her heart cracking in the process as she looked at Ian.“I'm not terminating. Even if I die in the process, I'll keep this baby.”“Natalie, please.”“I’ve lived my life for others. Always sorting out their shit and putting them first.” Tears rolled down her cheeks before she continued, “Not knowing I have been fucking killing myself! You know what drives me crazy?” She laughed but didn't wait for his response, “The fact that none of them are even grateful. This baby is the
“Thanks, buddy. You're pretty cool!” Ethan said to Caleb as they walked to the car park so they could wait from there. Caleb smiled sheepishly,“You need to take notes, Dad.” “Cocky much?” “Nope, just pretty smart.” Ethan threw his head back in laughter at that. He couldn't argue with him on that. He was, after all, truly smart. Caleb was with Rose when she told Natalie about why they had to travel. So he called Ethan and gave him the name. Saying, “If you can bring him here, you don't have to worry about Mum going anywhere.”Ethan was stunned by his intelligence but Ian did mention the boy was a genius and would continue to shock them all. He didn't waste time and made the necessary calls which wasn't so hard because Antonio was their distant relative so when he followed Rose to the airport, he wanted to tell her about the surprise but was glad still when he realized that she had given him a chance to step in. “Wanna get some toys as we wait?”“That will be so awesome!” Caleb
Rose turned to face him and her hands reached up, fingers tangling in his hair as she pulled Ethan closer, her lips crashing into his in a desperate kiss. Their mouths moved hungrily against each other, her hands roaming over his chest as she pushed his jacket off his shoulders.They both felt like they had been apart for so long and no matter how close they were to each other, they couldn't feel close enough. Her hands were shaking as she fumbled with his buttons almost to the point of ripping it off him. She ran her hands on his abs, taking her time to feel every inch of his body. “Fuck!” He groaned against her lips as she continued to run her hands over his chest.He backed her up against the wall, his hands roaming down her body, pulling the panties to the side as he rubbed on her aching clit. “See how wet you are for me?”“Only for you. “ Rose responded, gripping his shoulder so tightly for balance as he inserted a finger inside her and began to move it in and out.“Ethan! Oh y
“What’s the meaning of this?” Zane raised his brow through his reading glasses. A week had passed and Natalie kept ignoring him. She refused to speak with him about the child thinking he would ask her to abort. “You want me to explain what the letter means?” Natalie retorted, making Zane’s jaw tick.“I’m trying to be patient with you Nat. But you’re making everything so damn hard. What the fuck do you mean you need to resign? You want to run with my child so that I’m not present in their life?”“Don’t speak like you want this. You’re just throwing a tantrum because I’m one step ahead of you!”“You’re right! I don’t want this.” He stood from his chair, running a frustrated hand in his hair. Natalie opened her mouth to speak but he didn't let her finish before he continued, “I don’t want the baby if the cost is your life. Just the thought of you having to die is driving me insane and now you won’t talk to me. It’s like I’m in hell here, baby. Please let’s find another solution.”“Thi
“It's great to have you back, Miss Cooper,” Ben said to Rose with a smile on his face Rose wanted to correct him but decided against it. “It's good to be back. How is everything going so far?” A smile tugged at the corner of Ben's lips as he wiggled his eyebrows at her. The last time they met, she looked flashed as she left the safe room with Ethan. “We managed to pick the stones. I just hope they will be to your liking. Couldn't get hold of you that day. I'm sure you were uhm.” He cleared his throat. “Busy.” Rose just wanted the ground to swallow her whole as a blush crept on her cheeks. But she played dumb and smiled at Ben, “Thank you, Ben. Is everyone ready?” “Miss Cooper.” Clark acknowledged in his usual grumpy tone. “Good morning, Miss Cooper, I'm your new assistant. “ “Why do I have a new assistant?” Rose turned to Ben. “I don't know, I thought you were the one who changed,” Ben responded, regret-filling his eyes as he realized that he didn't do a thorough check.
“Can we please turn off our phones, this is a crucial meeting. We will have enough time to check articles later.” Rose said, even though her heart was pounding wildly in her chest and the looks people were giving her made her wonder what was on it.But she refused to waver and crumble, she aimed to finish the meeting successfully. “If you saw what the headline says you wouldn’t be so calm.” Henry snorted but Rose maintained her composure. “ So,” she pressed the remote, and the presentation was back on again. "We have colored sapphires, black diamonds, and rubellite tourmaline.” Rose pointed to the images as she spoke, her voice still calm and confident despite how loudly her heart was beating almost to the point of hearing it in her ears “Each piece will center around one of these gemstones, with careful detailing to highlight their natural beauty. We’ll also be incorporating emeralds and some custom-cut moonstones for our more unique touch designs.”She paused, scanning the room,
“What the fuck is that supposed to mean?” Ethan growled staring daggers at Nathaniel Jacobs...“I know you’re a powerful man and you can wipe me off the face of the earth, but I also know you’re powerful enough to get me back my life.”Ethan chuckled darkly, “No shit.”“I know he’s a pain in the ass but please hear him out. Then decide later.” Micheal pleaded.“You have five minutes, you better make it count,” Ethan said coldly.“Well, I don’t think we’ve met officially. My name is Nathaniel Jacobs. I’m Zoe’s father’s friend and her ex-husband” He laughed. Finding it amusing. Ethan looked at the guy and he looked younger than he claimed to be. He didn’t look past forty years.“I know what you may be thinking. But I had surgery. I had to change my face because it was only a matter of time before they found me. In fact, I was going to die earlier than the love of your life. Although I must say you don’t look that heartbroken.” He mocked.“Just keep talking,” Micheal grunted.“Have you
Hello, my dear readers.We've reached the end of our book and like I promised, I didn't drag it. We had planned to make it 300 chapters but Ian's story will be an independent one although I'm not sure when it will be released.I'm so grateful to each and every one of you for your continuous support and how you've rocked with me since the beginning. Your comments, gems, and gifts, have been my lifeline. I wrote this book from start to finish with nothing but love in my heart.I really hope you loved it and how I wrapped it up. My next book will be dropping next week keep an eye out. I really hope you'll give it a chance too because I love the storyline as well.Thank you so much, I love you guys. OTHER WORKS.....Please do check out my other books too, THE COLD-HEARTED CEO'S SECRET LOVE: MY REBORN WIFEMR. CEO, PLEASE LOVE OUR MUMMYBILLIONAIRE'S SWEETHEARTOWNED BY THE MAFIA KING.QUESTION:Would you like the next story to be purely Billionaire or have a touch of Mafia?I'll be rea
Seventeen years later……“Ethan!” Rose’s voice boomed through the house as she clattered down the stairs, her heels clicking furiously. “We’re going to be late! Daisy and Caleb’s graduation starts in twenty minutes, and you know how she is about punctuality!” she yelled as she tried to fix her left earring. Ethan emerged from the kitchen, tying his tie with a smirk. “Relax, baby. I’m ready, and I already have the car waiting.” He pulled her close before giving her a soft kiss on the lips. They were so in love even after so many years it was surreal. “You’ve been more worked up than they have. Caleb probably doesn’t even give a shit.”Rose huffed, brushing a stray hair back into place. As she created some distance so she could think clearly, “Worked up? It’s not every day our surviving triplets graduate college! And you know Daisy will never let me hear the end of it if we’re late. As for your uptight twin, I’ll pull him by the ear if I have to. He will attend.”“Mama Bear is Fesity.
One year later…The sun hung low in the sky, casting a soft, warm glow over the cemetery as Rose, Ethan, Natalie, Zane, and their children made their way to the gravesite. The day was peaceful, with a gentle breeze, as if the world had stilled in respect for the family reunion.Rose held a bouquet of white lilies, her fingers tracing the edges of each petal. Beside her, Ethan wrapped a comforting arm around her shoulders, offering silent support as they stood before the headstones of her parents. Caleb and Daisy held hands, their little faces observing the scene unfold as they watched their mother, while Zane and Natalie held baby Arabel, who gazed curiously at her surroundings. Marie held Riley, Rose, and Ethan’s baby girl who was seven months old. It was Rose’s parent’s memorial but this time she wasn’t alone. She took a deep breath, kneeling down and placing the lilies gently in front of the graves. Her voice was soft as a tear slipped down her cheek.No matter how much time pass
“Zane.. what..” Natalie’s voice trailed as she covered her mouth in shock.Zane smiled as he held her gaze. “Natalie,” he began, his voice full of excitement like he couldn’t wait to wife her and just be alone with her, “I fell for you the first day I laid eyes on you. Your fire and focus were the first to flip my heart. Your beauty was a bonus and Damn, I’m not complaining because my little firecracker is so fucking gorgeous. You showed me there is more to life than just living. You’ve been my strength, my joy, and my reason to keep fighting. Winning your heart has been my biggest flex but I promise you, even if it took me ten years, I would have kept trying and proving myself until you opened up for me. You’d probably fight me, but it’d be worth every broken nose I’d get.”Natalie laughed, her fingers clinging tightly to the bouquet.Zane opened the box, revealing a beautiful ring with a sparkling diamond, Her eyes widened when she realized it was the ring she helped Rose make a m
“You’ve been my rock, my best friend, and my greatest love. You’ve made me a better man, and there’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t do to make you as happy as you’ve made me. Today, I vow to stand by you, to protect you, and to cherish you for the rest of my life. I promise to love you more deeply each day, through every joy and every challenge. You, and the beautiful family we’ve created together, are my everything.”A few tears slipped down Rose’s cheeks, and she bit her lip, smiling through the emotion that welled up in her chest. She took a steadying breath as the officiant turned to her, and Ethan’s hands gently held hers, grounding her.“Ethan Sinclair, father of my children and King of heart, ” she began softly, her voice a gentle whisper that grew stronger as she spoke. “When I first met you, You were a pain in my ass.” The guests laughed.“I’ve loved you even before I knew what love was. You hated it, I could see through you but that made me want to heal your broken pieces
The sun was shining brightly, casting a warm, golden glow over the outdoor wedding venue giving it a magical look as rows of white chairs lined the green lawn, decorated with different kinds of flowers except the Roses, the look creating an aisle that looked like a path straight out of a fairytale. At the altar, Ethan stood in a tailored black suit, his expression a mix of excitement and nervousness as he waited for his bride. His hands were clasped tightly together, his breath catching as the music began to play softly, signaling Rose’s arrival.Daisy came first, She looked cute in a beautiful white dress and her hair was made into two cute ponytails, small earrings, and a bracelet made by Rose specifically for her. She had on white socks which had a small lace at the top and white shoes with a small heel. She gave a wide smile as she walked while tossing the peony petals on the white long carpet. The crowd of guests smiled and were all in awe as they watched her little figure walk
Two months later…“This feels weird,” Rose said as Natalie tied the ropes behind her dress.“Why do you feel weird? Because you’re in a wedding dress while pregnant with two kids and another adopted baby?” Natalie teased making Rose laugh.“Very nice way of making me feel so much better!” Rose mocked. Natalie smiled warmly, her hands resting gently on Rose’s shoulders as she turned her around to face the mirror. “Look at you, Rose. You’re absolutely glowing,” she said, her voice emotional, “This little angel is surely doing you justice, I looked like I had swallowed balloons when I was carrying Arabel.”Rose laughed, “You exaggerate too much. You looked stunning, it’s no wonder Zane always lost his mind over you.” Her throat felt dry as the emotions she was trying to hold back came crashing down.It had been two months since Natalie woke up and made a great recovery. Ian was still observing her closely but she was better.Arabel, who was born prematurely at seven months had also reac
“A little scared, but yeah, I’m ready.” He responded with a small smile.Agness nodded as she held the door open for him. He stepped inside, his heart pounding as he approached her bed. Gently, he took her hand in his, feeling the faint warmth of her skin beneath his fingers. He swallowed, a knot forming in his throat.She looked like she was just asleep and not on the verge of death.“Natalie,” he whispered, his voice thick with emotion. “It’s me. I’m here.”Her hand was still, but he held on, willing her to feel his presence. “You’re not alone, baby. I’ll be here every step of the way. I’m not going anywhere. We have a little girl, I heard you named her Arabel. It’s a very beautiful name, and she’s waiting to meet you, and I know she’s going to love you as much as I do.”His voice cracked, and he blinked back the tears threatening to fall. “You have to come back to us. I need you. Arabel needs you. We’re not complete without you.” He lifted her hand to his face as tears ran down his
One week later…“CONGRATULATIONS, IT’S A GIRL!” Agness smiled at Zane as she delivered the news. He had woken up two days after Ian saved him, stabilized four days later, and was now able to stand. “Can I see her?” Zane asked, feeling like his chest was stuffed with emotions. “As soon as you get better and you’re able to walk again, I’ll take you to her. We can’t bring her out yet because she’s premature and has to be observed.” Agness explained kindly.“Congratulations, man. Welcome to fatherhood.” Ethan tapped his shoulder.“Congratulations, Zane.” Rose smiled, but her smile didn’t reach her eyes. Everyone surrounded him including Ilet his mother and Henry.“You’re finally grown, my sweet prince!” Ilet let out a cry making Henry groan because he knew she was about to start being dramatic.“Mum,”“Don’t mum me, young man. You’re in so much trouble! Just wait until you get better. You’re lucky I was too preoccupied with Arabel to hit you.”“Arabel?” Zane asked arching his brow in c