Piper’s POV
“Karen! Piper! Come here quick!” Erin Smith, Megan’s mom, yelled.
Mom and I rushed to the living room. After returning from the hotel, I immediately told mom everything, and she cried while saying that this incident was a trap that would make both of our lives suffer and I would lose my right as the heir to my grandma’s wealth.
Since I saw Megan’s body language in the hotel room this morning, I finally realized that all of this was just a trap set by Megan.
When I arrived in the living room, I saw Aunt Erin standing with her arms folded across her chests. A smile of happiness was on her lips. Meanwhile, grandma sat on the sofa with Megan. She put her arm around her as if she was the only grandchild who had done nothing wrong.
“Yes, mom,” Karen, my mother, said.
“Grandma,” I said.
“Leave the mansion this instant and never appear before me again. I’m disappointed in both of you. Now tidy up your things. The maids will help you,” she replied.
Mom immediately knelt before grandma, holding her legs. With her face wet with tears, she pleaded, “Mom, please don’t kick us out. We have nothing and we don’t know where we will live. Please forgive Piper’s mistake.”
And for the third time, grandma banged her wand on the floor. “No second chances for her. She has tarnished the good name of the family that has been preserved for generations. Get out of here!”
“Hey, get out of here. Do you want to see mom’s heart disease flare-up?” Aunt Erin said with a sly smile.
I approached mom, touching her trembling hand while looking at her puffy face and eyes, “Mom, let’s get out of here.”
After packing our things, we walked back to the living room. The maids handed me two suitcases containing my and mom’s belongings. Before stepping out of the mansion, we stood before grandma, “Grandma, we’re leaving. Take good care of yourself.”
As I expected, she turned her face away and answered nothing. That afternoon, it poured. The maids provided two umbrellas for the two of us.
After the gatekeeper opened the gate for us, my mother and I hurriedly ran in the rain to find a place to shelter from the rain and cold wind.
“Mom, let’s take shelter over there,” I invited as I pulled two large suitcases.
Mom and I crossed the highway and took shelter on the porch of a closed shop. It was still a clear sky, but the highway around the mansion was silent. Only one or two cars passed in front of us.
Our clothes were wet from the rain, and our bodies were shaking from the chilly wind. Our faces and skin looked pale and even our lips turned a darker color. I couldn’t let mom be in this condition or she would get sick.
And all I could think about was calling Ethan and asking him to let us stay in his empty villa. I hurriedly took my cell phone from my backpack and called him expectantly.
Moments later, Ethan answered my call with a cold and distinct tone of voice, as if reluctant to talk to me.
After explaining the problem I was facing and revealing my reason for calling him, he was silent for a while. My heart was beating quite fast. Mom stood beside me while clenching her hands into fists. I could see hope burning in her eyes.
After clearing his throat a few times, Ethan finally decided not to lend us his villa for a reason, namely because we no longer had any relationship. And he didn’t care where we lived or where we went. Even though I insisted on paying him, he still refused. Then, he hung up rudely.
Hearing his refusal and harsh words made me so sad that tears gathered at the edges of my eyes and were ready to spill out. However, I tried my best to stay strong and calm, even though I was sad and disappointed. This was all a misunderstanding. If only Ethan would have given me a chance to explain. Maybe things would have been different.
Mom looked at me with a hopeful and questioning gaze. I let out a long breath as I clutched my phone to my chest.
“How was it?” mom asked.
I shook my head. Mom bowed her head with a sad look on her face.
“I’ll try calling Lisa,” I said as I rushed to dial her number.
“Didn’t you say she was going to Greenmore?” mom asked.
“She told me that. I’ll try calling her because she’s our only hope.”
After the ringtone rang a few times, Lisa picked up the phone and luck was still on our side because Lisa had just returned from Greenmore last night. Mom’s originally sad face now turned happy.
After briefly explaining our condition, within thirty minutes, Lisa came and took us to her empty apartment. Along the way, I told her everything that happened to us while wiping away the tears that wouldn’t go away.
Arriving at her apartment, Lisa took my hand and looked into my eyes. “Piper, we’ve been best friends since childhood. I promise I’ll help you and your mom through this.”
I nodded. “Thank you.” Then, we linked our little fingers together as a promise of friendship.
A month after that incident, I found out I was pregnant. It was a soul-shaking realization. I never even thought that one night could make me pregnant. I don’t even remember who I did it with, so how could I hold him accountable if I knew nothing? The tough choice was mine.
But there was no way I was going to abort the baby in my womb because he had been a part of me since he occupied my womb. Even though life is difficult, I will still give birth to this baby and take care of him until he grows up. Maybe this is the way life should go.
I sat on the edge of the bed while wiping away the tears that flowed like a waterfall, lamenting the fate that was not as fortunate as the other girls. Everything that happened to me ruined my life and future.
Suddenly, mom came and sat beside me. She hugged me from the side and leaned her head against my shoulder. “We’ll get through this together. I will always be by your side.” And we cried together.
Eight months later, it was time for me to give birth. Doctor Kevin, who had been taking care of me, told me I was pregnant with twins. God gave me two gifts at once.
After experiencing constant contractions, my mom took me to the hospital. The nurses rushed me to the maternity ward and prepared everything for the delivery.
“Mom, it’s hurt. I can’t take it anymore,” I said as the pain of the contractions intensified. I curled up on the bed, my body shaking from the contractions that came every few minutes.
“Hang in there, sweetie. For the sake of your babies. You will soon see them born into the world. I’ll take care of you here,” mom replied with a panicked look on her face.
Both my hands gripped the headboard tightly. Sweat soaked my body, and I tried not to scream when the pain returned.
“Is her birth canal fully open?” mom asked the nurse who was checking my vagina.
“Just a little more. We’ll call the doctor now,” the nurse said.
Mom gripped my hand tightly and looked at me sadly, occasionally wiping the sweat off my face. Fifteen minutes passed and Doctor Kevin still hadn’t arrived. Mom, who was getting impatient, approached the nurse.
“Excuse me, where is the doctor? My daughter will give birth soon,” mom asked the nurse.
“Doctor Kevin is on his way, arriving shortly. We will examine the patient now. Please calm down.” They went back to check my vagina, and it was time for me to go into labor. Even the amniotic fluid had broken.
“Hold on, ma’am. Don’t push the baby out until the doctor comes,” the nurse pleaded. I nodded weakly.
Not long after, Doctor Kevin arrived in the maternity ward and immediately checked on me. He stood in front of my spread legs. Mom and a nurse stood beside me.
“Ok, now take a deep breath and push hard. One, two, three, Push!” Doctor Kevin exclaimed.
I took a deep breath and pushed hard, but my twins didn’t come out. After two pushes, only the first baby’s head came out. Mom, who was standing next to me, kept encouraging me.
“Piper, you can do it. Let’s push harder,” Doctor Kevin said.
It took three pushes until my first twin came out, then I pushed again to get my second twin out. And instantly, the sound of their loud cries filled the maternity ward.
“Piper, you just gave birth to boy and girl twins! Now you’re a mom,” mom said happily.
“I am a mom,” I said with tears of joy.
“Yes, you are a mom now and they are so perfect.”
I smiled happily even though my body felt very weak, as if all my energy had been absorbed. Then, Doctor Kevin came over and congratulated us, “Congratulations, Piper. Your twins are healthy and perfect.” Two nurses showed them to me. They looked tiny and adorable.
They were healthy and perfect. Thank God.
Then, the nurses took me to the hospitalization room. Mom had spent the night in the hospital with me. Meanwhile, my twins had been taken to a baby room. Finally, the long struggle for nine months had paid off with their presence beside me. Now, mom and I wouldn’t be lonely anymore.
The next morning, when I had just finished eating breakfast, suddenly a nurse came and entered my room in a hurry. A look of fear and panic was drawn on her face.
The nurse stood in front of me. Both her knees were trembling and in a stammering voice, she said, “Ma-madam, something happened to one of your twins. Sh-she died.”
Piper’s POVThe spoon I was holding fell to the floor. Mom, who was fixing my clothes, rushed over to the nurse. She touched both of her arms, shaking her body as she asked to confirm the truth of the news, “Is it true what you said? It might not be my grandkids. Take us there right now.”With a pained look on her face, and trembling hands and knees, she said, “I’m sorry, ma’am. But this news is true. Come with me to the baby’s room.”I sat in silence and couldn’t say anything else. I felt like something was stabbing me and I felt pain and sadness in my heart. My mind tried to recall when two nurses showed me, my twins, right in front of me. There was nothing wrong with them. So, what happened?Suddenly, I stood up without realizing that the stitches in my vagina were still fresh and wet. I winced in pain until my eyes filled with tears. “Mom.”The nurse and mom rushed me to the bed and asked me to lie down for a while until the pain went away.However, the pain in my vagina was nothi
“What’s going on? It’s not like he usually gathers us in the morning?” I asked curiously. Honestly, I felt a little uneasy, like something was up.“I don’t know. But, given the state of the company these past few months, I think I know what he’s trying to say. I hope what I’m thinking doesn’t happen. Let’s hurry over there,” Marta replied.“Ok.” I took my cell phone and put it in my pants pocket, then walked out of my room together with Marta.As we walked to the meeting room, we passed the staff room. Their rooms were empty. That meant they had all gathered there. To be honest, my heart was beating faster than usual. Hopefully, it wasn’t bad news.Now Marta and I were standing in front of the meeting room door. Marta pushed the door inward and there were rows of employees sitting on chairs arranged horizontally. Marta pulled my hand to hurry and sit on two empty chairs close to the entrance. Mr. Brown seemed to observe us from the front. He was silent as he looked at all of us one by
Piper’s POV“Ok, thank you,” I replied as I walked after the maid into the mansion. Max walked beside me. Just as our feet stepped into the living room, Max’s eyes widened and his lips released a compliment. “Wow. Amazing.”This mansion quite impressed me. Judging from the area and interior design, the inside of this mansion is almost similar to grandma’s mansion, only different in the exterior design. The maid took us to another room in the mansion. My eyes stared straight ahead while observing my surroundings at a glance. However, it differed from Max. He nudged my hand a few times as he whispered, “Piper.”I turned and looked at him and answered his call with a whisper as well. “What’s wrong?”“This mansion is even nicer than your grandmother’s and Lisa’s. I’m sorry if I’m comparing. But, my purpose is not to compare. I just want to tell you that this man is very rich. And if you can work for him, it’s a fortune for you.”“We’ll see. I’m also hoping to get this job,” I replied wit
Piper’s POV“I’m all ears, sir,” I replied. “She has a hard time accepting new people in her life. Maybe it’s because she’s an only child and she’s spoiled. Before you, over ten teachers were working here and in less than two weeks, they resigned. The reason was that they couldn’t stand my daughter’s attitude and some other reasons that they didn’t mention. I hope you can get along with my daughter and you can have a good relationship. Ok, I think I’ve explained everything. See you next week,” Jay said as he smiled and showed off his rows of white teeth. His handsome face and cool appearance supported his charming smile. I repeatedly had to remind myself that he was my boss. He may be handsome, young, rich, and seductive, but he is my boss. But just admiring him is not wrong. “Ok, sir,” I replied as I walked out of his workroom. I saw Max sitting in the living room and he seemed to enjoy some snacks. After closing the door, Jay called out to someone, “Lily!”From the direction of t
Piper’s POVOn the way home from Jay’s mansion, I sat leaning against the back of the chair as I stared at the rows of houses on the left and right sides of the road. Ever since I was little, I had always asked my dad to take me to this street because I wanted to see and observe the model houses that lined the street.I had other reasons besides wanting to see these houses. When I was a kid, I thought the houses in this area were unique and nice. All the houses along this street were the same model, just different in terms of color. Another thing was that these houses are higher than the road. To reach the front door, we have to climb a few steps. I imagined standing behind its living room windows and enjoying the view of the highway. It would be nice.“Piper.”“Piper.”Max’s voice woke me from my reverie. It was him calling my name. “Yes?”“You’re daydreaming. Is there something you want to talk about? You can talk to me about it or we can hang out tonight with Lisa. As always, I’ll
Piper’s POV“I changed my mind and Lisa agrees with me. This is going to be fun, Piper. So, sit tight and enjoy the ride until we get to the party,” Max replied as he started the engine. “Wh-what? Why didn’t you guys talk to me about this first?” I asked as I buckled my safety belt. “We just wanted to show you a new place and hope you’d like it. Like taking you to a place that has a new atmosphere. You’re not mad, are you?” he asked with a scowl on his face like a child. I exhaled softly while looking out the window just to enjoy the view of the highway at night, “Alright, show me that place you call special. As you know, I can’t get mad at you guys.”“You’re such a good girl, hahaha,” he retorted with a big laugh. “Focus on driving so we get there fast and one more thing. I can’t go home late at night.”“Ok, leave everything to me,” he replied. A few minutes later, the car Max was driving arrived in front of Lisa’s house. After Lisa got into the car, we rushed to the party place
Piper’s POV“Ouch, ow,” my arm hurt because it seemed like this person’s body landed on top of my arm. When I bumped into this person earlier, I spontaneously hugged the body. It was a knee-jerk reaction. But, wait! Who was the person I bumped into? The body was too muscular. It must be a man. I had to hurry to apologize to him even though my vision was a little twisted and the lighting outside the toilet was quite dark, so it was hard to see things clearly in a slightly drunk state. “Miss, are you okay?” the man asked as he helped me up. So, I was right, this person was a man. I felt quite relieved because if I had bumped into a woman, I would have felt very sorry for her. After all, when I fell, I would have landed on top of her body while I thought I gained quite a lot of weight after a few months of being busy with office work that I didn’t have time to take care of myself. “Yes, I’m fine. I’m sorry that I bumped into you earlier, and thank you,” I replied as I bowed a few times
Jay Lee’s POV The scent of her shampoo and perfume was like that of the woman that night. According to Nick’s confession, my mom asked him to hire a high-end prostitute to accompany me that night. I knew mom wanted to prove my sexual orientation. Something might have influenced her to think that I wasn’t like other normal men. Maybe it was all my fault. Ever since I caught my girlfriend with another man, to me, love didn’t exist and all women were the same. They only pursue their pleasure without thinking about their couple’s feelings. I loved her sincerely, but she repaid me with a betrayal. Since then, I’ve been reluctant to get into a relationship with any woman, so I just spent my time working and doing my hobbies until the events of that night changed everything. “Sir, we have a meeting with Coles Company tomorrow at nine in the morning. I’ll pick you up at eight. Good night and have a good rest,” Nick said. “Good night,” I replied as I got out of the car. Ken and Lily were wa