“The exhibition for my sister-in-law of course!” Jane said with excitement.Ever since they were young, Ethan and Mason had always competed and never met eye to eye. So Jane, knew it would be a miracle for him not to care about the sitting arrangement because of how the media would take it. After all, the marriage was still a secret to the public. But if it was revealed later, it would be a big hit on Ethan and his grandfather wouldn't let him off the hook! It was a perfect plan to turn Rose against Ethan and Jane felt Victorious already!She was trying to read Ethan's expression and see if her plan was working but she got nothing. Ethan was hard to read because his face looked grumpy all the time. 'So she got him the seat meant for me? She even went to dinner with him? What kind of audacity is this?!’ Ethan's jaw clenched and his hand balled into a fist. He didn’t expect that Rose would give away the seat he rejected so quickly. He was actually waiting for her to beg him to attend.
“The food here is great, I loved it when I tried it. I hope you'll love it too!” Mason said as he opened the restaurant door. Rose was absent-minded and felt down after the exchange with Ethan. She wanted to cancel the lunch appointment but decided not to let him dictate her emotions. Especially since she was pregnant and stress was the last thing she wanted. She wondered why he kept her constantly on her toes and made her feel like she was on a rollercoaster of emotions.“Rose?” Mason's voice was full of concern. Rose snapped back to reality and looked at Mason apologetically, “I'm such bad company. I'm sorry Mason, I'm just worried about the exhibition!” She lied to cover up. Mason looked at her for a few seconds. He knew she was lying but didn't want to make her uncomfortable, so he played along. All he wanted was for Rose to forget about the jerk who was constantly hurting her and be happy for a change. “I'm sure you'll do great. I'll be there to offer my best support! You've
“How dare you lay your hands on her?” Ethan growled so dangerously their eyes widened even more. They all begin to wonder why a powerful man like Ethan would defend Rose. They dropped their necks in shame as they avoided his gaze. The whole city knew how powerful the Sinclair family was and once you got on their wrong side, you'd never know peace and no one would hire you. Thinking he was angry because they made noise they quickly explained, “Mr.Sinclair! We didn't know you were also present. We didn't want to fight her, but she started it! We are very sorry for making noise and disturbing your lunch!”Zoe, who was watching the scene unfold smirked in her heart as she added,“Rose, how could you be involved in such things? Have you forgotten that you need to stay away from trouble?”Zoe was implying that as Ethan's wife, she shouldn't argue with people in public but because it was still a secret that she was Ethan's wife, she could only speak through codes while still maintaining he
“Nothing you do will make me happy!” Rose tried to pull away from him. But he kept his hold on her.She continued to cry as the pain she had kept in came crashing down. Her heart was in pain and it didn't seem to be getting better. “What have I done for you to treat me this way? You're a terrible person Ethan!” Tears continued to stream down her face.Afraid of attracting attention, Ethan began negotiating like he would to a child, “Why don't we get inside the car and talk about it?”Rose looked at him, her sobbing had reduced but her eyes were still red and her face was puffy, “Are you just trying to fool me?”“No, I'm not. I mean it.” He said in a surprisingly soft voice. Rose was taken aback because this was Ethan's first time paying attention to her needs. She couldn't believe he was so patient and caring, making her wonder if he was cold to her on purpose. Without dwelling too much on it, she stood with his help. Ethan opened his car door for Rose and her eyes landed on the flo
Rose woke up the next day feeling like she had been hit by a truck. The medication she took was so strong that she was still feeling slightly dizzy. The previous night's events hit her and her face heated from blushing. It was the first time that Ethan had taken care of her and she wondered what made him change.Sitting up slightly, she felt bile rise to her throat and rushed to the bathroom. She vomited and it felt like she was trying to push out her intestines through her throat and all the energy she had left was drained from her. She felt dizzy like the wall around her was spinning.Grabbing onto the wall, she slowly walked to the bed and sat in it when there was a soft knock on the door,“Come in,” Rose said but her voice came out weak. Amanda walked in and almost dropped the tray she was holding at the sight of how pale Rose was, “Mrs. Sinclair, you look very sick. We need to take you to the hospital!” “No, I'm fine. I just need to rest.” Rose remembered her doctor telling
“Leave you to be happy?” Rose laughed at how pathetic Zoe sounded. “You speak as though I keep him on a fucking leash!” Zoe's eyes burned with hatred as she moved forward, “Yeah, you go on and laugh. But I'll be the one who gets the man and you'll end up on the streets!”“If the man were yours you wouldn't be out here with your fake injury.” Rose stepped forward, eyes meeting her head on, “You would have been taken home by him but guess what, you're secondary and that's why he asked someone else to take care of your annoying ass!” "That's rich coming from someone who has never been given any attention in the first place.""The ring on my finger says otherwise!" Rose responded. Zoe was shocked. She didn't expect Rose to stand up for herself. All through the time they crossed paths, Zoe would slander Rose and she wouldn't say anything about it. But what she didn't know was that it was because Rose was afraid of upsetting Ethan but now that she no longer feared losing him, she wouldn'
“I'm sorry for inconveniencing you. I won't say anything you can leave, I know how busy you are.” Rose said as she lay down on the bed.It had been a few minutes since they arrived home and Grandpa had warned them he'd watch them like a hawk. Ethan took off his jacket and hung it on the chair before walking to Rose pulling out her shoes and placing them down. He sat at the edge of the bed and began to rub her feet.Rose was shocked and couldn't believe that Ethan was touching her feet, she looked at him but didn't say anything. His eyebrows were drawn together and his long eyelashes were on display. Ethan was extremely good-looking with a perfect body and lips that liked to pout when he was upset about something. “Are you angry?”“No, I'm not angry. I just don't understand why you keep things from me. You could have told me you were still sick and I wouldn't have snapped at you.” His voice was stern but not cold.‘I tried but you couldn't let me!’ Rose thought but kept the thoughts
“What?” Rose's face paled as she wondered if he caught on.“Why were you vomiting just now?” Ethan asked. “Because I'm still not feeling well. Don't assume nonsense!” She said as she passed him and grabbed the plate, she wanted to walk out when Ethan stopped her,He grabbed her elbow and made her turn to face him,“Just tell me what you want to eat, and I'll have them bring it here. You should be resting” His voice was calm as if he hadn't just pierced her heart a few minutes ago.Rose didn't know what she wanted to eat and sure as hell didn't want to be near Ethan. Her pregnancy hormones were skyrocketing and she couldn't keep her calm self in front of him.“It's okay. I'd like to take a walk anyway. I'm tired of just sitting.” Rose said. Ethan watched her darkened mood and wondered if she was in so much pain, he nodded and said, “Fine, but I'll come down with you.”Rose didn't interject or agree, she just walked out and Ethan followed her. Alfred and Amanda were so shocked to see
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