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“Are you being serious?” Natalie asked in a shocked voice as she sat next to Rose.Two weeks had passed since she was abducted and she had recovered from the physical pain. She immediately returned to her home in the small town away from the city for fear of Ethan seeing Caleb and Daisy.“You can imagine, the audacity!” Rose sneered.“Girl, why didn't you call me and I would have kicked him out?” Natalie said while smacking her fist into her hand making Rose laugh.A soft knock on the door made both of them turn and a smile stretched Rose’s face when she saw Mason. He was looking handsome in black pants and a beige sweater. His Asian features served him like a superpower because he didn’t seem to age.“Am I disturbing a girls’s chat?” He asked with a smile making Natalie roll her eyes as she stood,“Girl’s chat? Really? I need to teach you better pick up line!” She teased as she walked out.“Natalie, go away!” Rose shouted, feeling embarrassed at her bluntness. Natalie left the living
Rose laughed, “Mason, are you being serious right now?” She asked in disbelief.“Yes, I am. I really want to know. I love you, Rose. I had no problem waiting until you started loving me back, but seeing that your ex still has an effect on you makes me feel insecure.” Mason said softly, almost as if he was pleading.Rose reached forward and touched his hand, “I promise you have nothing to worry about. I wouldn’t take him back in my right senses. I’m only going to Sun City to revive my jewelry shop. I’ve done this before and Ethan hated it, he won’t even know I’m there.”Mason sighed, his heart feeling lighter after hearing the assurance, “Fine. I’ll trust you and let you handle it. But will you take Caleb and Daisy?”“No, I can’t risk Ethan finding out, I’ll leave them with my aunt. She will come here to help me since she’s alone and Uncle mostly serves outside the country.” Rose responded, her heart clenching at the thought of being away from her kids for a while.“I’ll help out too,”
The door flew open and hit the wall at the impact. Ethan stepped into the apartment with his chest heaving in anger as his grey eyes darkened from a dangerous storm brewing inside them. Zoe was still staying in his penthouse so he had the spare key card to open it. “Zoe?” His deep voice echoed through the empty house. He searched every room and couldn’t find her. He even knocked on her bedroom but still couldn’t see her. His temper worsened as he pulled out his phone to dial her number. Just as he placed it on his ear, the door opened and a frail-looking Zoe stepped in. She was wearing pajamas and had a plastic in her hands.“Ethan?” She asked in a weak voice as she faked another cough.Ethan ignored her outburst and asked, “Didn’t I tell you I was coming over?” His voice was cold and his eyes were devoid of emotion. Zoe felt a shiver run down her spine when she noticed manipulation wouldn’t work on him. Not when he was in this mood.“I wasn’t feeling well, So I stepped out-”“The
Rose stepped into what would be her new workplace and straightened her skirt. She had settled for a white suit with a pink top with two loose ends around her neck that she tied as a ribbon. She wore red bottom heels and tied her hair into a neat bun. Her original hair color was brunette, but she dyed it ginger. “I need a new look.” She told her stylist the previous day.“Good morning, Rose.” Ben, her new project partner smiled at her the moment she stepped into the office.“Good morning, Ben. It’s good to finally meet you.” Rose smiled.“Please take a seat. We will go to the board room shortly. I know it's not as fancy as your old workplace but it will get better.” Ben smiled.“I think it’s a great start. We can grow together.” Rose smiled.The office was really small and ordinary-looking. It had an open-plan office set up with wooden desks and old-version computers. Being the current manager, Ben had a small office that was poorly ventilated and stuffed. It felt uncomfortable for Rose
“Why the hell would you buy a building in my name?” Rose asked through clenched teeth.“I can’t stand to see you getting hurt. If I watched you spend another day in that crappy building, I’d have a heart attack! Is that what you want Rose to see me dead?”“Mr. Sinclair, I don’t think we know each other well enough for you to ask me such questions,” Rose responded coldly.Ethan stepped forward, standing so close to her their lips would meet if he took another step, “Is that so?” Rose stepped backward feeling like her mind was getting foggy and clouding her judgment.Her heart was pumping wildly in her chest. But she maintained a calm exposure and turned to Ben, “Should we take this building?” She asked.The rest of the team that had witnessed the scene unfolding were still confused by what they saw. Laughing nervously, Ben responded, “Yes, yes we should. It will help save costs.”“Okay, then let’s proceed. “ She said before she turned to face Ethan, “Mr. Sinclair, will you give us som
“I’m dead!” Rose groaned as she buried her head in her hands. She looked up and stared at Natalie who had a smug look on her face. “This is serious Nat!”“Yes, it is. You just threatened the most powerful man!” She laughed before adding, “But jokes aside, I’m proud of you girl! If the worst comes to the worst, I’ll take care of the kids so you can go in peace.” “Natalie!” Rose shoved her by the shoulder. Natalie burst into a fit of laughter, her eyes becoming teary in the process. She fell off the couch as she tried to catch her breath, looking up at Rose, she was still laughing as she said, “The look on his face must have been priceless!” “I walked out, but next time I start a fight, I’ll check the look and describe it for you.” Rose mocked.Natalie stood, wiping her tears as she held Rose’s wrists, “Call the kids and say goodnight.”“This early?” Rose asked.“Yep, because we are going out! Today my friend, we are going clubbing!” Natalie clapped her hands together. Rose bit her
[TRIGGER WARNING: PLEASE NOTE THIS CHAPTER MIGHT BE BRUTAL AND TRIGGERING TO SOME]Rose twirled around, her dress swishing with her movements. “You were right! This is exactly what I needed.”After a while, they returned to the bar to grab more drinks. Rose leaned against the counter, feeling the warmth of the alcohol in her veins. “I’m starting to feel like a whole new person.”Natalie, with a mischievous glint in her eye, handed Rose another shot. “Here’s to the new you!”Rose laughed, taking the shot and savoring the burn. “And here’s to a night we’ll never forget!”“Slow down beautiful, let me show you a good time.” Rose felt a hand reach forward and touch her bare back.“I’m not interested!” Rose said and turned back but the stranger only stepped closer, placing his throbbing hard shaft against her ass making her jump forward. “What the hell is your problem? She said she’s not interested so beat it!” Natalie was furiously staring at him.“Shut up bitch! When you’re dressed like a
“Are you sure you’re okay? Should I return?” Mason asked worriedly.“No, I’m fine. You’re worrying over nothing. I saw it on the news, the man was deported for some reason. It seems I have a guardian angel looking out for me.” Rose laughed.“It seems so, but I’d rather be your guardian angel,” Mason said, still not convinced that she was okay.After Rose and Natalie had escaped from the stranger, they were flushed and their hearts were beating wildly by the time they reached home. They couldn’t sleep that night for fear of being followed. Rose ended up calling Mason so she could keep her mind occupied.“I promise I’m fine.” Rose yawned feeling tired.“You can take a day off. You look exhausted.” Mason said softly.“Mr. Chen, I refuse to abuse my boss.” “But this Boss is whipped for you, so he doesn’t mind,” Mason said making Rose blush as the elevator opened.Rose was about to step out, her focus still on the video call when she hit into a brick wall. Looking up, she was, met with gr
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