Jasmine threw her handbag in a random direction, gazing towards the dark, empty room with her distinctive scent lingering in the air. Somehow, every time she returned to that room, it felt like she wasn't coming back to a place she desired. There was no one welcoming her home or even acknowledging her presence in the house.She reached out to switch on the room light when a large hand wrapped around her waist, causing Jasmine to flinch slightly. However, the familiar scent reassured her of who was currently embracing her warmly."You've been working hard today. Are you tired?" asked the deep voice, accompanied by warm breaths brushing against the nape of Jasmine's neck, causing her to close her eyes."Not too much," Jasmine answered, sounding like a whisper. Seth then leaned towards Jasmine's still face nestled in his embrace."Is something wrong?" Seth asked, turning Jasmine's body to face him. Although the atmosphere was dim, from the moonlight outside the room, Seth could see how J
Jasmine was silent once again because there was a large bouquet of flowers in front of her, and this time it was not at her workplace but in front of her house."I’m sure, Miss, this is sent for Miss Jasmine," said the courier, making Jasmine still silent as she stared at the beautifully arranged red roses with Lily of the Valley."In that case, just put the flowers over there," said Jasmine, pointing to their front gate, causing the courier to look at her with a puzzled expression."Are you sure, Miss?""Do I need to repeat myself?" Jasmine asked with a cynical expression, causing the courier to remain silent with hesitation."What's going on, Jess?" asked a deep voice from behind Jasmine, making her sigh slowly before turning around and smiling at Lucas."Just an unimportant delivery," Jasmine replied, but it did not stop Lucas from glancing at the courier and the bouquet beside him."Wow, that's a very large bouquet," Lucas said, looking at Jasmine with a questioning gaze."Just a
Patricia and Molly struggled to keep up with Jasmine's pace."Are we in big trouble, Cia?" Molly asked urgently."Yeah, prepare for a new task ahead, I have a bad feeling about this time," Patricia replied, then ran after Jasmine who was about to get into her car."Jess, wait, listen to me," Patricia shouted, making Jasmine finally turn to glare angrily at her manager."I don't know what was going through your mind when making promises with sketchy people like that. Didn't you check them out beforehand?" Jasmine asked, making Patricia fall silent as she admitted she was wrong this time."Forgive me, Jess, but earlier he said he only wanted to contract you. I didn't know if he had a different meaning in terms of the contract word we always use," Patricia said, making Jasmine look even more annoyed. Jasmine then approached and stared sharply at her manager."Didn't you see his look earlier? He looked at me like a cheap woman he could buy at a nightclub," Jasmine said, making Patricia gr
Jasmine carefully surveyed her surroundings as she walked across the lush green expanse before her. The soft morning sunlight illuminated the serene golf course, casting dancing shadows over the neatly manicured grass. However, the beauty of nature couldn't calm the turmoil brewing within her heart.Evelyn, whom Jasmine thought had come alone to play golf, appeared different this time. From a distance, Jasmine could see that Evelyn was not alone. Beside her, with graceful and elegant steps, walked a handsome man familiar to Jasmine. It was Seth.And on the other side, with a sweet smile that felt like nonsense to Jasmine, walked a beautiful woman exuding an almost unreasonable confidence. Who is she, Jasmine wondered.Jasmine swallowed hard, trying to control the surge of emotions rising within her. There was nothing wrong with their presence here, her logic said. But her heart refused to feel at ease. Something was amiss.The closeness between Seth and the woman felt like a crushing
Seth stared sharply at Danzell, his eyes narrowing with discomfort. There was something about the man that immediately made Seth's blood boil. He couldn't ignore the way Danzell looked at Jasmine—a gaze that was too familiar, too full of interest. Seth felt his protective instincts kick in, and his suspicion grew stronger as he watched the interaction between Jasmine and Danzell. It seemed like this wasn't their first meeting.When Danzell called Jasmine "Mine," Seth could hardly believe his ears. His heart pounded, a creeping sense of displeasure surfacing. Until now, he had been the only one to call Jasmine that. It was a term of endearment between them, symbolizing their closeness, affection, and protection. Hearing someone else use it made him both angry and jealous.Jasmine appeared unsettled by the nickname but tried to hide it behind a forced smile. Seth noticed a flicker of discomfort on his stepsister's face. His dislike for Danzell intensified. He knew Jasmine was strong eno
Upon arriving home, Seth could no longer contain his anger and anxiety. As soon as they entered, he grabbed Jasmine's hand and led her to his room without uttering a single word. The door slammed shut, and before Jasmine could grasp what was happening, Seth pushed her against the wall with a force that made her wince."Seth, what are you—" Jasmine couldn't finish her sentence as Seth silenced her with a kiss full of passion and fury. The kiss was not just an expression of affection but also a release of all the frustration Seth had felt throughout the day on the golf course.Jasmine was stunned, her body tensing under Seth’s grip. Yet, she felt a complex mix of emotions. Seth's burning anger, deep-seated anxiety, and beneath it all, unspoken love. She tried to push Seth away, but her efforts were futile. Seth kissed her deeper, as if he wanted to merge with Jasmine, to erase all uncertainties and pain haunting them.Finally, Seth pulled back, panting heavily. His eyes bore into Jasmin
As Seth had promised last night, when Jasmine woke up, Seth was already back in her room. Morning sunlight sneaked in through the gaps in the curtains, giving a warm, soothing touch. Jasmine rubbed her eyes slowly, gathering her still sleepy consciousness.Seth sat on the edge of the bed, his eyes full of attention and affection. "Did you sleep well?" he asked with the gentle voice he always used to comfort her.Jasmine nodded slowly, still trying to shake off the remnants of sleep. "Yes, I slept well. Thank you."Seth smiled, leaning in to give Jasmine a gentle good morning kiss on her lips. The kiss was not just a sign of affection, but also a promise that he would always be there for her, no matter what happened.Jasmine felt the warmth and sincerity of Seth's kiss. It reminded her of the previous night, when they talked about the tensions that had occurred and how they promised to support each other."So, what are your plans for today?" Seth asked, his hand still holding Jasmine's
Jasmine cursed when her car suddenly died in the middle of the road. She turned the ignition key multiple times, but the engine only produced an empty growl. "Oh, come on," she muttered, punching the steering wheel in frustration. She looked at the empty road around her, hoping for a miracle to get her car running again. But miracles didn’t come. With a heavy sigh, Jasmine got out of the car and examined her vehicle.She didn’t know much about cars, but one thing was clear: it had broken down. “Why now?” Jasmine murmured to herself, fumbling with the hot hood, hoping to find the problem even though she didn’t know what to look for.Suddenly, the sound of another car approached. A luxury sports car stopped beside her. Jasmine squinted, trying to see who was inside through the slightly tinted windows. The window slowly rolled down, revealing a face with a broad smile that instantly worsened Jasmine’s mood.Danzell.“Why him?” Jasmine thought. Danzell was a man who always tried to get cl
Jasmine gazed at Lily, who was now sleeping soundly in her bassinet. The quiet night was accompanied by the gentle ticking of the wall clock. Moonlight streamed through the window, providing just enough dim light to see her daughter's tiny face. Jasmine slowly reached out her hand, caressing the soft, rosy cheek as gently as a cloud. Her touch was so delicate, as if she feared disturbing the sweet dreams that might be filling Lily's mind."My child," she whispered softly, barely audible. "You mean everything to me."Since Lily's arrival, Jasmine felt that happiness had finally found its way to her. A feeling that once seemed so foreign now blossomed in her heart. The pain she had once endured seemed repaid in full by Lily's presence. A small smile formed on her lips as she remembered the long nights filled with tears, now replaced by the baby's small laughs and giggles.Yet, behind all this happiness, there was a shadow of fear that constantly haunted Jasmine. Sometimes, she feared th
Seth walked quickly towards the nursery, cold sweat running down his temples. Panic gripped him after realizing the fatal mistake he had just made. "How could I forget that bag?" he thought, frantically. His briefcase contained important documents that should never fall into Jasmine’s hands. He needed to retrieve them before Jasmine opened it.However, as the nursery door opened, he saw his worst fear realized. Jasmine stood there, holding the document he wanted to keep from her. Her eyes widened as she read its contents, then she looked at Seth with a gaze full of questions and disappointment."Seth, what does this mean?" Jasmine's voice trembled, reflecting the turmoil in her heart. She held up the document, pointing it at Seth. "It says that I'm not Mommy's child. How is that possible?"Seth stood stunned in the doorway, feeling as if the world was collapsing around him. He knew this moment would come, the moment he had feared for so long. "Jasmine, let me explain," he said, trying
Jasmine glanced at the clock on the wall, which showed ten in the morning. Time seemed to move at a snail's pace, slow and torturous. Her impatience waiting for their baby’s birth often left Jasmine confused about how to spend her days.Today, she decided to organize the baby items she had just bought with Seth. With a smile on her face, Jasmine pulled out tiny socks from the shopping bag, a blue and white combination that looked adorable in her hands. She then moved on to the clothes, hats, and shoes, feeling her heart swell with joy as she imagined the little angel who would soon be in their midst.In the middle of tidying up, Jasmine suddenly remembered something. "The cute sweater we bought, where did I put it?" she thought, furrowing her brow. With her already large belly, she slowly rummaged through the shopping bags around her. However, the sweater was nowhere to be found."Ah, where did I put it?" Jasmine grew more anxious. She decided to search in another room, trying to reca
Jasmine had spent the entire day in silence, her mind in turmoil. Monica's words kept replaying in her head, making her restless. Jasmine wasn't sure what Monica intended by mentioning those things, especially since she had never intended to discuss her pregnancy, neither publicly nor with her family.She felt like nobody cared about her, so she assumed people wouldn't be too interested in her latest news, including her mother, Evelyn. However, Monica's words made Jasmine reconsider. Should she inform her mother and Lucas about this happy news? What if they got angry and disapproved, especially if they found out it was Seth's child?Jasmine didn't know what steps to take. Monica had left a puzzle about what Seth knew about Evelyn's news. Jasmine started to wonder if Seth was keeping a secret from her."Mine," Seth said, now sitting beside Jasmine. Jasmine was startled, not even realizing Seth had come home."Seth, you're back? When did you come in?" Jasmine asked again, making Seth lo
Monica sat in the backseat of her luxurious car, her black sunglasses framing her graceful face. Her sharp gaze was fixed on a modest house not far from where her car was parked by the roadside. Nearly ten minutes had passed, and she remained patiently waiting, counting each passing second."Are you sure this is their house?" Monica broke the silence with a low yet firm tone, her eyes still glued to the door of the house.The bespectacled man sitting next to the driver turned to Monica. "Yes, Miss. Miss Jasmine used to live here first, and Mr. Seth joined her just a few weeks ago," he explained calmly.Monica nodded slowly, but her patience was wearing thin. "Should I find out more, Charles?" offered Charles, Monica's personal secretary, in a polite yet attentive manner.Monica shook her head. "No need, let's just wait. I have plenty of time today." Her voice exuded confidence, though a hint of impatience flickered across her face.Time crawled by, but Monica's patience was finally re
Seth looked over at Jasmine, who was busy with the flower arrangement in front of her. The room was filled with the fresh fragrance of flowers, creating a calm and warm atmosphere. Seeing his wife engrossed in her work, Seth smiled. He walked over, carrying a glass of Jasmine's favorite juice."Beautiful flowers," Seth said softly, enough to make Jasmine look up. She greeted her husband's smile with a sweet smile of her own."Thank you," Jasmine replied, gently taking the juice from Seth's hand. "You always know how to make me feel better.""Drink it slowly. I need to call Fito first," Seth said, gently touching Jasmine's shoulder. Jasmine nodded slowly, understanding that Seth always had many things to take care of.Seth walked away with his phone in hand, but his eyes occasionally glanced at Jasmine, who was once again focused on her flowers. With her growing belly, Jasmine looked so beautiful and graceful. She always found peace in arranging those flowers.While waiting for the cal
Seth woke up to the gentle movement beside him. He immediately sat up, his eyes scanning the darkness as he saw Jasmine trying to get out of bed."Mine, where are you going?" he asked, his voice hoarse from just waking up."I just need to go to the bathroom," Jasmine replied, her voice soft but clear.Seth glanced at the clock on the bedside table. It was still early morning, and he realized it was probably the umpteenth time Jasmine had gone to the bathroom that night."Are you okay? Are you feeling uncomfortable?" he asked, wanting to make sure Jasmine was alright.Jasmine smiled softly and nodded. "I'm fine. I talked to the doctor, and this is normal for someone as far along as I am in my pregnancy."Seth sighed, then without a word, he got out of bed and lifted Jasmine into his arms. Jasmine let out a small squeal."Seth, put me down. You should get some sleep. I can go to the bathroom by myself," Jasmine protested, but Seth didn't listen. He gently set her down near the bathroom
The sun was already setting when Jasmine stepped out of the hospital. The cool evening air greeted her, bringing new hope after days filled with anxiety and pain. Seth was beside her, vigilant as always. He carefully watched Jasmine's steps, ensuring her every move was safe."Today, we finally get to go home," Jasmine murmured with a relieved tone. "Thank you for always being by my side."Seth just nodded, his smile warm and loving. The journey home felt shorter than usual. Perhaps it was because this time, they were no longer burdened by uncertainty. The modest house where Jasmine had been staying for the past few months now felt warmer and more inviting.Upon reaching the front door, Seth gently guided Jasmine inside. He ensured her every step was steady, leading her with great care. Jasmine looked around the interior of the house with sparkling eyes. This was the place that had given her a sense of security, and now, with Seth by her side, it felt even more complete."Do you need a
Monica followed Seth’s firm and brisk steps. They moved through the quiet hospital corridors until they finally arrived at a small garden at the back of the building. The garden was peaceful, with only the sound of trickling water from a small fountain in the corner. Seth stopped and turned, staring at Monica with a sharp gaze.“How far will you take me?” asked Monica, her voice slightly trembling despite her effort to appear calm. She felt her heart beating faster than usual.Seth took a deep breath, trying to calm himself before speaking. “Tell me why you are here?” he asked, repeating the question he had asked several times along the way.Monica shrugged, displaying the indifference that often served as her shield. “I’ve told you, I’m just meeting an old friend. I’m not lying, I swear,” she replied casually. However, Seth was not easily convinced. He stepped closer, narrowing the distance between them, and stared at Monica with a look full of suspicion.“Don’t mess with me and Jasm