My eyes widened when I suddenly saw the man in front of me. We were both shocked. His face clearly showed how much he disliked seeing me."What do you want now?" Derrick asked arrogantly with hands on his hips."I told you that you'd have a hard life without me. Are you regretting it now?" he continued, smirking.Wow, Derrick’s confidence was unbelievable."Oh really? We'll see who actually has a hard time after our divorce," I replied calmly.His face turned red with anger."Mr. Dane, you're needed in the finance department," an office boy approached him."Hey Sarah, you should go home! Don't embarrass me with your shabby appearance," he snapped before walking away.I exhaled sharply.All my respect for Derrick had gone down the drain. No wonder he had never taken me to office events or friend gatherings. I guess he was embarrassed by the way I looked.I continued walking to the meeting room."Come on, Ms. CEO, why are you walking so slowly? Do you need me to carry you?" Al
We arrived at a prestigious five-star hotel in the city. Albert's Toyota Alphard drove straight to the hotel lobby, where a hotel staff member opened the door for us.As we entered the lobby, several event organizers greeted us. I walked alongside Albert, who as usual, smiled at everyone. Many women squealed in delight at his appearance tonight.Walking beside him in a matching-colored gown, I could only sigh at the scene.We walked on the red carpet, followed by several board members, and entered the hotel's grand ballroom.As we passed through the line of managers welcoming us on either side, I spotted Derrick among them, with the homewrecker clinging to him. They didn't seem to recognize me yet.The music played by a renowned band entertained the guests. An abundance of food and drinks was neatly arranged around the spacious ballroom. Spotlights illuminated the grand stage from all directions. Bradley had outdone himself with this event. I watched him busily directing the event
Uncle Benny invited me to walk around, introducing me to the bigwigs from other companies. Meanwhile, Albert never strayed far from me. He seemed well-known among the business leaders, always friendly and sociable.I felt someone's eyes on me from the corner of the room. I jolted when I saw her. Lorraine quickly looked away when our eyes met.I smiled. 'Finally, Lorraine, you're in my domain. You won't be able to push me around anymore. You need this job, don't you? Get ready to face the truth.'As the night went on, guests from other companies started to leave, but our employees were still enjoying the live music. I was ready to head home.I scanned the ballroom for Albert, but he was nowhere in sight. Meanwhile, Bradley was still busy overseeing the event staff.I tried calling Albert, but he didn't pick up. After waiting a while, I decided to head to the lobby to find Joshua. I had asked him to help with the event operations earlier that day."Hey, let me give you a ride home.
Today was my first day at the office. I had to arrive early because there was a briefing with all the division heads from various branches this morning.With natural makeup, a turquoise green tunic top, and a white skirt, my outfit today looked elegant and classy. I paired it with a white headband and a crystal bracelet.I smiled, satisfied with my reflection in the mirror."Mommy...""Yes, sweetheart?""Why doesn’t Daddy live here with us?"Oof. How should I answer Gillian's question?"Daddy has to stay with Grandma, honey.""Mommy... I miss Daddy and Grandma." Gillian looked sad."We’ll visit Grandma when I have some time, okay?" I consoled her."Now, off to school. Let’s go," I continued.Gillian's face lit up instantly. After all, she was really close to her grandmother."Sofia, pick Gillian up at the lobby this afternoon. Don’t be late, okay?""Yes, Ma'am.""Come on, Gillian. I'll take you to the lobby so your ride doesn’t have to wait too long," I urged."Okay, Mom
Derrick's P.O.V“I just don't like you meeting that wicked woman so often,” Kendall pouted after we left Sarah’s office. She walked on, stomping her feet.“But she’s Gillian’s mom, Kendall. We'll see each other often because of our daughter,” I explained, walking beside her.“Yeah, right. You just want to get back together because Sarah’s rich now, don’t you?” Kendall half-yelled, drawing the attention of people around us.“Hey, lower your voice. Remember, we’re in the office!” I hissed, glaring sharply at her.It was strange how I ended up falling for Kendall. She was pretty average-looking, but she knew how to dress sexily and put on makeup, which tempted me as a man.In comparison, Sarah was way more beautiful. Her body was slim and smooth, even after giving birth. She still had the body of a young adult.But Sarah didn't know how to dress up. She always looked plain to me, especially at home. She never tried to seduce me like Kendall did. She always complained about being ti
Derrick's P.O.V"How are we going to get the house deed back, Lorraine? What now, Derrick?" Mom slumped in her seat, looking absolutely frantic."I never trusted your husband from the start, Lorraine. Look where we are now. You need to find him!" I was panicking and angry at the same time."Derrick, you can ask Sarah for help. I heard you're trying to get back together." At this point, my sister was just saying whatever came to mind."Yeah, Derrick, Sarah is rich now. She's got plenty of money," Mom chimed in."Mom, why is this my problem now? Make Lorraine think of something," I snapped."But if we can't pay next month, the house will be gone," Lorraine cried."What do we do, Derrick?" Mom's voice began to tremble. And then suddenly...Thud!"Mom?! Mom!" Suddenly, Mom collapsed to the floor. Lorraine and I rushed to her, lifting her to the couch. Thank goodness she was still conscious."I feel weak, Derrick. If we get evicted, where will we live?" Mom's tears flowed as she s
Sarah’s P.O.VToday was an exhausting day. After inspecting a project out of town, I returned to my apartment, and it was already late when I finally arrived.I was surprised to see Sofia and Gillian still up."Gillian, why aren't you asleep yet, honey?" I asked as I walked into her room."I was waiting for you, Mommy.""Why? Didn't I tell you not to wait up?"I stroked my daughter's hair lovingly."Mommy, I want to see Grandma. Daddy said she's sick." I was startled by what she had said."When did you talk to Daddy?""I didn't see him, Mommy. He called earlier."I felt a bit relieved. It was just a call from Derrick. But was it true that Ruth was sick? I couldn't bear to deny Gillian's request to see her dad and grandma."Alright. Since tomorrow is a holiday, we'll go to Grandma's house then." Gillian beamed with happiness.-This morning, I promised Gillian we'd visit Ruth. Considering it was a holiday, those two rotten people might be at the house as well.Whatever. I
"Sarah, I’m sorry. I didn’t really want to leave you. I must have been out of mind yesterday," Derrick started sweet-talking.‘You think I’m like the cheap woman you date, Derrick? That it's so easy to fall for your lies?’"I want us to get back together," he continued, looking at me intently.I stayed silent, pretending to think it over. There was no way I would ever get back with this cheating scum. After years of his betrayal, never again."I’ll think about it, Derrick," I answered nonchalantly, glancing at Kendall.Kendall kept glaring at us, her face clearly annoyed. 'Serves you right, you homewrecker.'Lorraine came over with drinks, still scowling. She brought two glasses of lemonade."Lorraine! You know I don’t like lemonade. Get me some tea. Make sure it's hot," I demanded, raising my voice.Lorraine glared but quickly looked down when I gave her a sharp look."Fine, fine!" she replied angrily.I chuckled inwardly. Lorraine who absolutely hated cooking and house chor
Arnold and Erica's faces became tense as they saw the doctor standing in the doorway."How is she, doctor?" Erica couldn't wait to hear about Irene and her baby."Congratulations, sir. You have a healthy baby girl," the female doctor said, and for a moment, Arnold and Erica breathed a sigh of relief.But their faces remained anxious, as they still hadn't heard about Irene's condition."How is the mother, doctor?" Arnold asked, his voice trembling."Are you her husband?" The doctor looked at Arnold intently."Y-yes, doctor," Arnold stammered, feeling guilty for never accompanying Irene to her hospital visits."Sir, Irene's condition is... critical. We are still trying to stop the bleeding. Please pray for her."Arnold was stunned by the doctor's words. He couldn't say anything as the doctor turned and left him and Erica in the waiting room."Oh God, what kind of husband am I? Erica... Erica... Irene is critical. What should I do?" Arnold shook Erica's body in frustration."All
"Irene, are you okay? Is Arnold taking good care of you?" Erica asked in a panic when Irene contacted her. Irene's voice sounded hoarse and rough, making Erica worried."When are you coming back to Jaketon? I want you to be here when I give birth.""Wait, where's Arnold? Is he still not paying attention to you?" Erica's concern grew. She rarely received calls from Arnold, except when there was a work-related issue that needed to be discussed."Arnold... he says he's very busy with work."Erica let out a heavy sigh. From Irene's voice, she suspected Erica was in trouble. But it seemed that the heavily pregnant woman was still keeping things to herself."Alright, Irene. I'll finish my work here. I'll try to come back before you give birth. You and your baby need to stay healthy, okay?""Thank you. Thank you!"After hanging up with Irene, Erica sent a message to Arnold, urging him to be more attentive to Irene. However, Erica did not answer Arnold's calls when he tried to reach her
Sarah squealed as Troy lifted her. Her husband's strong arms carried her bridal-style toward an enormous bed. The beautiful bed was surrounded by thin yet lovely curtains, and sprinkled with rose petals that filled the room with a fragrant aroma."The doctor said we're allowed now, ahem... so, it's okay, right?" Troy gently laid Sarah's body on the luxurious and comfortable bed.Sarah smiled, her face blushing as Troy hovered over her. His face was so close to hers."I've missed you too, Troy!" The beautiful woman wrapped her arms around Troy's neck, and he couldn't wait any longer. He began planting kisses on Sarah's face, which soon turned into passionate lip-locks that he couldn't get enough of.It was unclear who initiated it, but a few minutes later, they had both discarded everything that was on their bodies. Like their first night, they were eager to satisfy each other. The intense expression of love and the deep longing drove Troy wild. He didn't want to miss even an inch o
"Honey, are you awake?" Troy gently caressed Sarah's face. She blinked, just waking up from her sleep. Sarah turned onto her side to face Troy."What time is it?""It's six in the morning. We're still going to the office today, right?"Sarah sat up. "Of course. You're going to the office too, right?""Yes, darling. Oh, by the way, how's the breastmilk stash for Kingsley? Do we have enough?""More than enough," Sarah replied, hurrying to the bathroom to freshen up. Unbeknownst to her, Troy quietly followed her into the bathroom, which she had forgotten to lock. Ever since giving birth to Kingsley, Sarah usually remembered to lock the door."Troy!" Sarah squealed, surprised to see Troy standing behind her just as she was undressing.Troy's heart raced at the sight of his wife's body, which he hadn't touched in almost two months. This morning, Troy felt bold enough to approach Sarah, especially after the doctor confirmed yesterday that she had fully recovered. She had also complete
"Are we going home now, honey?" Irene asked as she sat up on the gurney. The IV needle had just been removed from her hand. Her face still looked pale."Just a moment," Arnold replied curtly without turning to look at her, making Irene take a deep breath to ease the pain that kept gnawing at her. Since Erica left, Irene noticed that Arnold had been pacing back and forth, trying to call someone on his phone. She guessed he was trying to reach Erica, but she wasn't answering.Irene sat silently, waiting for Arnold, who was still pacing in front of her. Theresa, who had promised to return, ended up not coming back."Alright, let's go home. Can you walk?" Arnold asked as he watched Irene, who was struggling to get down from the gurney with her weak body."Excuse me, ma'am, please use this wheelchair. Your body is still very weak." An ER staff member offered a wheelchair. Irene, who had just stood up from the gurney, slowly sat down in the wheelchair. The staff then pushed the wheelchai
"Yes, congratulations again on your wife's pregnancy. If the observations go well, she can go home this evening."Arnold only nodded at the doctor's explanation. He remained silent even after the doctor left the room. What he had just heard was completely unexpected."H-honey, aren't you happy that I'm pregnant?" Irene asked in a trembling voice. Her chest felt tight, unable to find any trace of happiness on Arnold's face after hearing about her pregnancy. Instead, she saw confusion and surprise. Irene tried to suppress the sadness and disappointment she felt."Is it because it's not Erica who's pregnant?" Irene asked again, this time steeling herself to hear Arnold's response."Don't overthink it. Mom and Dad will be thrilled. I'll go out for a bit." Arnold quickly left Irene and headed to the waiting area in front of the ER.'It's only his mom and dad who are happy. Arnold isn't.' Irene clutched her chest, which felt overwhelmingly tight, trying to hold back her tears. She strug
Diego hugged Carrie tightly. His heart was finally at ease. The different traumas they had both been struggling with had finally been overcome.The same was true for Carrie. Since she had been secretly seeing a psychiatrist a month after marrying Diego, the trauma from her past had gradually faded. The beautiful woman with reddish hair had slowly been able to forget the painful memories of her past after several months of treatment. However, she was reluctant to be upfront with Diego about her recovery. She also felt too proud to make the first move or ask Diego not to leave her in bed."Where are you going, honey?" Carrie clutched her husband's strong arm one night while they were being intimate. But Diego still got up and left her."Sorry, Carrie. I-I just can't..."Carrie was stunned by her husband's rejection. She couldn't understand why Diego kept choosing to satisfy his desires in the bathroom."Should I just tell him that I'm better now? Shouldn't he realize that I'm no lon
"Why are you in such a hurry, honey? Weren't you supposed to stay here for three days?" Irene had been watching Arnold eat quickly since he left the bedroom. Her husband hadn't said much since then. The sweet words or loving gestures that should be present between newlyweds were completely absent for Irene. It was as if Arnold had already forgotten what happened last night.Arnold didn't answer. He only glanced briefly at Irene, who was sitting across from him. A few minutes later, he got up, grabbed his car keys from the table, and said, "I'm leaving. Don't wait for me!" Without waiting for Irene's response, Arnold hurried out to his car. He only gave a brief glance at Irene, who was watching him leave with an unreadable expression. But Arnold didn't care. His mind was entirely focused on Erica. He felt guilty about his first wife.'Erica, forgive me. What did I do last night? What if Irene really gets pregnant? It will be difficult to divorce her later.' Arnold ran his hands thro
Irene was still sobbing, her back turned to Arnold. She lay there, trying to endure the pain, not just physically but also emotionally. Without realizing it, Arnold had mentioned Erica's name at the end of their bedroom session, which made Irene's pain multiply tenfold.Arnold quickly fell asleep from exhaustion beside Irene. He felt relieved that the desire he had been harboring since that morning was finally satisfied. Although it was Erica he truly wanted, Irene was still legally his wife.After crying her heart out, Irene tried to get up and clean herself. Slowly, she sat at the edge of the bed, reached for her clothes, and put them on again.She remembered her mother-in-law's request earlier that morning. Drew had called her and spoke over the phone."Irene, you need to get pregnant as soon as possible! We know Arnold hasn't touched you yet. You have to make him sleep with you!" Drew's words over the phone had shocked Irene."Mom... how do you know... that I haven't been... t