MADISON’S POVIt would be odd if he’s not related to Gavin at some point, they looked so much alike. They looked relative or something. I don’t know since he didn’t tell me anything about his relatives.Thinking about the possibilities, I suddenly feel like I have something to remember… Did I… forget something important? It feels like it’s in the back of my head and I’m trying to shake my brain, to squeeze it out.I tried remembering everything that Gavin has said. I feel like there’s something that I should remember but I can’t remember anything at all. Aside from some blurry things that I can’t understand, I don’t remember anything else…Who is this man? What is he doing in my garden? Who let him enter? What’s his relationship with Gavin? Damn… what if Gavin said something about a guest that’s staying here? Or an important person visiting? A business partner? Damn.. I didn’t listen… What if this really is one of his relatives? But even if Gavin has any relatives… he probably does
MADISON’S POVThe peaceful garden has now become chaotic. Maids and servants are watching the scene. The head maid and butler that was supposed to stop them are rushing towards me.“My lady, would you like to come inside? I don’t think-”“It’s fine.”I slowly stepped away from them and sat on the bench with Chowie following my every movement. I looked up and saw how Gavin glared at the man, while the man just stood there.They are really related. I can feel it. Looking at the man’s expression and eyes, he shows great affection and longing. I have a guess about who this man might be. It’s just a wild guess but I think I’m right.“I told you not to bother her. Not to approach her. And not to touch her!”“I didn’t touch her, son-”“Don’t you fucking call me that!”“Alright, Calm down. I didn’t do anything wrong, Gavin. You’re overreacting.”“Overreacting? Overreacting! This is not overreacting.”“Then what? We just had a small conversation and you’re being like this!”“Who the hell woul
MADISON'S POVEntering my room, I couldn't help but to notice how things inside of it didn't change. Everything is the same as the day that I arrived here since I don't want to change it.After awhile, I jump to my bed, just like how I threw myself in it even before I became attracted to that weird person Laying in the familiar bed in a familiar bedroom as I stare at the familiar ceiling, I can't help but to feel nostalgic with everything.I've been staying here for a few days but I only thought about how this room never changes. The things that I fixed and placed are still there. My clothes and accessories are still the same. There’s nothing missing…Even the things that I received are still where I put them before I leave.Everything is in place just like how it used to but it’s not dirty or dusty… It’s clean as always.The maids didn’t even change the color of my mattresses and covers. I don’t know who ordered it but I’;m thankful that they didn’t disrespect me by doing that. The
MADISON'S POV"My lady!""Hello, my lady!""Be careful!""My lady! Please don't run!" It was the maids that I passed while running through the hallways. Gavin left this morning saying that he'll take home our child. And he's now here! Sylv, my personal maid before, called me excitedly, saying that Gavin is already here while I'm laying at my bed motionless while waiting for him.I dashed out of my room as soon as I heard that Gavin is already here. My child...I ignored the tears that's forming in my eyes as I ran down the stairs. To be honest, my stitches are still not yet healed...They might bleed later but who cares? What's important is that my child is finally here. I hurriedly ran down the stairs while slightly jumping while walking. I ignored every person I encountered. Nervous? Maybe. Having mixed feelings? Definitely.Today is the day… I wanna cry, I wanna hug him, I wanna see his face… But of course… he’s…already ashes.Earlier when I was thinking about my baby’s appe
AUTHOR’S POV“Madam..”A man, wearing formal attire, entered a dark room where there’s no light except for the sunset that can be seen in the only open window. He’s bowed before looking at the silhouette of a woman that’s standing by the window. ‘She’s always like this…’He thought. The silhouette moved but the man just kept staring at it. The building that they are at is the tallest building amongst its neighboring companies. The office was also placed near the market… The man can’t even see what’s happening outside due to the height of their office.“What is it?” The silhouette is a sight. The man flinched as he hurriedly came over to the table and carefully placed the file that he brought. He didn’t sit down nor relax in front of that person. “We are currently dragging the Wilhenberg down. Sooner or later, our operation will be successful.” The silhouette took the file that he brought and looked into it. “Hm.. So it’s just a matter of time until we hear a report about their do
AUTHOR’S POVThe room went silent after Madison shouted. The maids that were about to enter turn back and leave the couple. The head maid was shocked at Madison’s outburst and rushed towards her worriedly.“My dear, are you okay?”The head maid asked but Madison was shocked too. She stared at Gavin, who looked shocked the most. His eyes widened, his smiling worried face turned stone before his lips started twitching and looked away, feeling embarrassed. It’s the first time someone shouted at him in front of some people. For a person that has a high status and grew up with a powerful household, Gavin feels odd that someone just shouted at him.“I-I’m sorry.”Madison said as she walked away. The head maid watches her walk away before looking at Gavin. She shook her head and head out of the room.‘Those two need to talk.’She thought as she signed the maid and servants to go outside. Leaving the two of them, Madison reached for the urn and hugged it. ‘Baby… Mommy is so stupid.’Madi
AUTHOR’S POV“Have a nice day, sir.”“Take care sir.”“Please drive safely sir!”Gavin just nods his head as he heads out of his manor. After what happened to them, the maids seemed to have a change of heart and became kind. Gavin didn't pay attention to the change of surroundings, he focused on his wife’s changes. Madison went 360 especially with her attitude. Since Madison, unlike before that was loud and lazy but still active and focused, changes into a quiet and unattentive. Gavin always sees her dozing off while sitting or looking blankly at her ceiling or any blank spaces. Sometimes, he would just look for her and find her at the veranda where they drank hot chocolate. He’s so worried that he has to look at her from time to time since he doesn't know what Madison is thinking at those moments.Working at home is one of the modalities that Gavin thought of doing so that he can observe and take care of his wife all the time, but he left his companies and works empty for a long tim
AUTHOR’S POVThe office went silent. Gavin sighed as he thought that Bennedix is not talking because what he said is true. That he is truly evil.Knowing Bennedix’s personality, Gavin knew that Bennedix would frankly tell him the truth, even though that it’s offensive or hurt his feelings. That’s why Bennedix’s silence only means something, he doesn't know the answer, or he’s thinking that his answer would have an impact on Gavin's state when he is already suffering enough.“What time is the meeting with Mr. Pimentel?”Gavin asked, clearly burying the topic. But Bennedix was just staring at him while his fingers placed in his chin, clearly, he’s thinking. Gavin looked at him questionably. “Gray.”“What?”“You're the color Gray.”“What the hell are you talking about?”Gavin started to feel irritated by Bennedix’s broken statement. He glared at Bennedix but the man just pointed at his face before clicking his tongue.“See? That’s why people think you’re evil even if you’re not really
It was a peaceful morning. People just came out of the church and went to their own businesses. “Sylv! Let’s go there!” “Slow down, princess! Sylv is carrying my child!” “C’mon, Jason, don’t be too over protective!” The pregnant woman, named Sylv just laughed as her eyes went to the beautiful lady at the flower shop. “My lady!” She exclaimed as she shove Princess’s hand away. She rushed toward the lady that she saw. “Thank you.” The beautiful lady in a beautiful dress said as she put the bouquet of flowers down. “My lady!” The beautiful lady looked at the person that called her. She beamed when she saw familiar faces getting near them. “Sylv. How are you? How’s the baby?” She asked as she gave them a teasing smile. The couple just blushed as they looked at each other. While Princess just grinned at them. “Ah! Are you alone, my lady?” Jason asked while looking around. The lady shook her head. She was about to answer when someone pulled the hem of her dress. “Mommy! Mom
AUTHOR’S POVAfter that night, Madison woke up because of the knock. Gavin moved a bit to not wake her up but she woke up anyways. Gavin opened the door and saw the head maid looking at him suspiciously as she peaked behind him to see if Madison is alright. The head maid sighed and glared at Gavin.“Don’t look at me like that, Nana Beatrice. I didn’t do anything to my wife.”He groaned. The head maid just sighed and pushed Gavin aside as she pushed a pushing cart containing foods inside.“Good morning, My lady.”“Hmm.”Madison stood up and went to the table with her eyes closed. “I already bought your clothes here so you can change here.”“Hmm.”“Also, your mother dropped by here with a lot of gifts for you.”“Hmm- huh?”Madison’s sleepy eyes went wide open as Gavin just raised both of his eyebrows and went inside the shower.“She was here?”“Yes, My lady.” “With what?”“A lot of gifts, my lady.”Feeling surprised, Madison dazed and remembered what happened yesterday. The head maid
AUTHOR’S POVMiranda was shocked by Gavin’s sudden outburst.Gavin couldn’t care anymore as he only thought of Madison’s state. He felt mad at how Miranda acts in front of them. For him, Miranda isn’t a type of person that he could just convince with such submissive words. Still surprised, Miranda glared at Gavin but Gavin, being himself, just stared back at Miranda. Madison saw the tension between the two so she pulled Gavin’s hand as she turned around to leave.“Madison! Please, let’s talk.”Miranda tried approaching her but Gavin stood in front of him. He can feel that Madison is going to break down any moment if she stays here. For him, even though he didn’t ask Madison about her past, he still has an idea that her childhood didn’t end great.“Get out of my way!”“I can’t do that.”“You..! Madison! Please let’s talk, my love.”Madison stopped on her track as she glanced back at her mother.“Give me time..”She said then leave. Miranda looks devastated that her plan on approachi
What is a mother? What does it take to be a mother? People usually call a person a mother if the woman gave birth to her child. If that person took care of that baby for 9 months and painfully gave birth and loved her child. That’s what mothers usually do.But being a mother isn't just considered as being pregnant. There are mothers who adopted their child. Those who treated the children like their own even though she’s not her mother. Or even an older sister that stood like a mother. A mother that sacrifices a lot. A mother that doesn’t love their child and just uses them for their own benefit. Mother that was forced to conceive a child and end up hating them. And a mother that only sees their child as an insurance for their future.No one really knows how mothers really love their children as they have a different version of how they show it. And sometimes the way they show it is confusing even for their own child. Maybe that’s why there are children that choose to be rebellious
MADISON’S POVAfter that news, the maids and servants took pity on me even more. They stop by more often to talk to me and ask if I’m okay. They greet me with a smile and sometimes they will bring something for me.Usually macaroons and steak flavored candies.The maid that was assigned to Chowie often put him in my room or wherever near me.I don’t find it troublesome, but instead, I am thankful for their efforts. I know that they are just trying to make me better. Although I just usually say a dry ‘thanks’, they are very much appreciated. Gavin also asked me about my opinion of what happened. He was the only one that knew that I really didn’t care what happened to that house. I actually wondered if Lucia got burnt together with the house. If not, then that’s unfortunate..But even after Gavin knowing the fact that my father sold me and used me to pay off his debts, he still observed me very carefully. He’s like trying to see if I really didn’t care.And guess what, I do care, at le
MADISON'S POVEver since I was a kid, I fell in love with the idea of meeting someone that will truly love me and stay by my side. Living and dying together. Through sickness and in health. Just like in wedding vows.A prince charming just like my father that have good looks and wealth so that we can live in a castle. My children would run around as I drink my tea in my garden, just like how my mother is doing. And going out every weekends just what we did way back in the past.I was still unaware of what kind of status and power that my family hold because my mother took care of me without saying that we're more privileged than others. She raised me to be humble but not forgetting that there's no one that could look down on me.That's why I thought that having someone by my side, that will love and stay through everything would be easy. Maybe it's because of my naive mind that I'm expecting that everyone will have an happily ever after, just like how princesses in movies have. That
AUTHOR’S POVLeaving the company early, Gavin was smiling and humming while driving his car home. The smile on his lips never leaves him as he patiently wait for the traffic lights to go green. ‘Will she like this?’He thought as he glanced at the flowers beside him. It was a rare and fragrant flower that he ordered overseas. It only blooms one in decades so it is very expensive that even high ranking officials didn’t know about the existence of these flowers. Gavin remembered how the flowers that were delivered in the hospital impacted Madison’s actions. Seeing his wife being in daze every time that he’s visiting saddens him. He remembers how energetic she was even though she sleeps for a day or two on normal days. He misses how they tease each other and how she smiles at him. Her smile means a lot to him and he just realized that he wants to see that smile everyday for the rest of his life. But the image of her smile turned to the memories when she cried. ‘I won’t let that hap
JASMINE’S POVAfter I ate the desserts that Mr. Lee brought me, and I left my Dad’s office. I really like Mr. Lee. He always prepares it in advance every time he knows that I’ll be coming over. Maybe he knew that I’d be upset.Well, he's been with us ever since he was a kid so we basically grew up together even though we’re not really close.“Please be careful, young lady.”Mr. Lee said as he opened the elevator for me. I smiled at him and uttered a ‘Thank you’ before the elevator doors closed. But something new shocked me. When the elevator was about to close, I saw Mr. Lee let out a small smile, which was very, very rare. He’s not really an expressive person. Even though we both had entrepreneur lessons together, I never saw him smile although we’re basically like together all day, everyday, before.I was in daze by Mr. Lee’s smile. Am I overreacting? Yes. Maybe I am but what can I do? It really is shocking. I sighed and looked at my wrist watch. It’s already 4pm and I still got n
MADISON’S POVOnce again, the area filled with silence. The only thing I could hear was the singing birds and dancing trees. Leaves fluttering and rolling on the ground. The atmosphere became heavy as the old man beside me was just looking at me. I feel awkward with the sudden silence as well with his stares. I feel like it has gotten cold all of the sudden even if I can feel the sunlight on my skin. It’s not right but… did Gavin take his weirdness from this old man beside me? He looks so much of Gavin that I might think that it was Gavin that I’m talking to. Even his eyes that were looking at me, feels like he can see through my mind. Just like Gavin…Thinking of Gavin and our relationship…Is it right to ask this kind question to this old man? The old man beside me stayed silent for a while. I feel like I’m asking a dangerous question that can shorten my life if I make another move. But that thought was probably because of what I have heard and read from the Morgan siblings. Beca