Sonia I felt relieved after Jay met with his father. The feeling was unimaginable. I tapped my finger softly on the steering as I drove home.I smiled as I glanced at Jay through the rearview mirror. His face was glowing with happiness. “Thank you, Mom,” Jay suddenly said with a smile, jolting me out of my thoughts. I looked at him with a smile. “For what?” “For letting me see Dad,” he said softly, but his words pierced my heart.The way he called Ethan, “Dad” touched my heart. It made me realize how my son has been missing his father all these years.I forced a smile and kept my eyes on the road. “It’s your right, Jay. I’m sorry I kept you away from him.” “I understand, Mommy. You did everything to protect me.”His words spark a glow in my heart. He always knows how to make me happy.Just then, He leaned closer and wrapped his arms around me in a quick hug, stunning me. “I love you, Mom.” He kissed my cheek.Tears welled up in my eyes but I didn’t let the tears fall. “I love
EthanI was engrossed with work in my study room when my phone rang. Seeing Jay’s name on the screen brought an instant smile to my face. “Hey, buddy,” I said, leaning back in my chair. “Mr. Ethan,” Jay’s voice came through, calm and cheerful. “Uhm... Can I spend the night at your house?” I blinked, surprised. Jay wants to spend the night at my house? Is Sonia aware of this or Am I dreaming? "Hey, Mr. Ethan. Are you there?" “Yes.. Yes of course you can if your mom is okay with it.” I said, my voice slightly trembling with emotions. "I have already discussed it with my mommy,” he said quickly. “She’s not around, she has traveled and I don’t want to sleep alone in this big house.” I felt a sudden rush of emotions, joy, excitement, and disbelief within me. “Of course, Jay. Get ready. I’ll come pick you up right away.” I barely waited for his response before hanging up. My heart raced as I grabbed my car keys and headed out the door. **********I drove as fast as I could, m
Ethan Jay stared at me, waiting for an answer. His eyes were so much like Sonia's, curious but guarded. I set my glass down and wiped my mouth, trying to keep my voice steady. “Jay, it’s… complicated,” I said, unsure of how much I should tell him. Jay looked at me with a serious face. “But you still like her, right? I mean… you drew her picture and you said you miss her.” I swallowed hard. How could a child see through me so easily? Is Jay really a child or an adult in a child form? “I do, Jay,” I admitted. “I miss her a lot. And I regret hurting her more than anything in the world.” He studied me for a moment as if he was trying to decide whether or not to believe me. Then he nodded. “Then fix it,” he said, gazing straight into my eyes, like it was the easiest thing in the world. His actions surprised me. He has a mature mind and I couldn’t help but smile at his innocence. He's more mature than his age. “I’ll try,” I promised, even though I had no idea how to make it
Sonia "We missed you so much," Gloria said repeatedly, her voice filled with emotion. I smiled as I hugged them back. They were once my maids, the ones who always kept me company whenever I felt lonely. I have missed them so much. I pulled back, blinking away the tears that were threatening to come out of my eyes. “It’s good to see you both,” I said, my voice barely audible. But as I looked around the room again, I couldn’t ignore the ache in my chest. I was once the mistress of this house. Now, I am just a visitor. "Uhm... Where is Jay?" I asked softly. Vanessa smiled warmly. "Young master is still asleep in the master bedroom.” The master bedroom? My heart skipped a beat. Ethan let him sleep there? I tried not to overthink it, as I decided to go to Ethan's room and get my son. Suddenly, the sound of footsteps echoed down the staircase. I spun around to see if it was Jay but I froze when I saw Ethan. He was walking down the stairs, his hair still damp from a shower. He w
Sonia The next morning, I walked into the office, trying to push away the heaviness that had settled in my chest since leaving Ethan’s mansion yesterday. Work was my escape, my safe space, and I needed it now more than ever.The moment I stepped inside, Tara’s face lit up. “Ms. Sonia! You’re back!” she exclaimed, rushing over to hug me as if I had been away for months. Her excitement made me smile. “I’m back,” I said, with a chuckle. “I hope everything’s on track?” I asked as she pushed the door to my office open and we both stepped in. “Yes, but we only have two days until the presentation,” Tara reminded me, pulling out my chair for me. I nodded. “I know. Don’t worry, we’ll be ready before then.”Her eyes brightened with excitement when she heard me.After sitting down and taking the coffee that Tara made for me, I went through some documents before I made my way toward my team. As soon as I stepped into the design room, a wave of warmth greeted me.“Ms. Sonia!” someone called
Sonia My heart pounded as I stood up and peeked outside, but the hallway was empty. “Stop it, Sonia,” I whispered to myself, placing a hand on my chest to calm myself. “You’re just tired.” I shook off the nerves and returned to my desk. But as I sat down, my phone buzzed. I grabbed it, expecting a message from Jay or Caro. But my stomach dropped when I saw the screen. Private Number.I hesitated before answering. “Hello?”There was silence on the other end. Then, a faint breath. “Hello?” I repeated, my voice trembling this time but still, there was nothing. I hung up and set the phone down, but the uneasy feeling in my chest only grew stronger. Something didn’t feel right. My heart thumped in my chest as I stared at the door, my ears straining to catch any other sounds. Tina had told me I was the only one left in the office, so who could be out there? I swallowed hard, my hands trembling as I tried to finish packing up my things. I needed to leave as fast as possibl
Ethan I sat at the head of the table, staring blankly at my workers who were making reports. Today is the end of the month general report with the heads of departments and they are here to give their report. The voices around me blurred into the distance as my mind drifted back to Sonia. I couldn’t stop thinking about the way she had looked at me yesterday after asking if I was still engaged with Celine. Her eyes were searching mine, desperate for answers I couldn’t give. Her question haunted me. I froze when she asked. I wanted to deny it, to tell her that Céline didn’t mean anything to me anymore, but the words wouldn’t come out. I saw the hurt, the disappointment in her eyes and the look in her eyes when I stayed silent... it shattered me, it broke my heart into pieces. “What do you think, sir?" The sound of someone calling me snapped me out of my thoughts. One of the staff members had asked for my opinion, but I didn't even hear a word of what he said. I felt a little
EthanI stepped out of my car, my nostrils flared with rage as I stared up at the sleek glass building in front of me. This is the company that had been stealing contracts from me, the company that thought they could double-cross me in the business world. I can't wait to see the man behind this. I'm ready to tear him apart if he doesn't give a genuine reason. My phone buzzed. It was Dave, sending me the company’s address again, but I didn’t need it. I am here already. I adjusted my tie and pushed through the glass door open. The receptionist immediately stood and greeted me politely, her voice slightly trembling. “Good morning, sir. You are welcome to D and G company.”I nodded once. " I want to see the CEO,” I said, coldly. She pointed to the elevator. “His office is on the top floor."I didn’t wait for her to say more. The elevator doors opened and I stepped in. I clenched my fists. My thoughts raced. Who the hell is this CEO? Did he think he could come out of nowhere and
Ethan “Wake, wakee!!”I heard a voice and I groaned, half-asleep as I felt someone tapping me softly.Slowly, I squeezed my eyes open and instantly, every ounce of sleepiness in me vanished when I saw Sonia.Her beautiful smile was the first thing I saw this morning and God, it made my heart skip.“Good morning, my love,” she whispered before pressing her soft lips against mine in a tender kiss.I couldn’t help but smile against her mouth.If there is a perfect way to wake up, this has to be it.“Good morning, my beauty queen,” I teased, reaching out and pulling her into the bed with me, making her squeal lightly.I gazed at her, completely captivated by her beauty. Her hair was a bit messy, her cheeks still rosy and her eyes sparkling just for me.She is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen.“Do you want me to always teach you how to kiss properly?” I teased again, rolling over and pinning her gently to the bed.“Ethan!” she giggled, swatting at my chest. “It’s too early for t
CelineFuck!!I screamed as I threw my phone on the bed with all the strength I had when I got another messages and calls from my friends, all demanding to know what Was going on with Ethan and me.God! I couldn’t believe it. I couldn’t fucking believe it!Ethan… really go that far?He bought that witch a whole company. A whole goddamn company! And as if that wasn’t enough to make me lose my mind, the bastard had the audacity to go online and publicly announce that he had broken up with me and proposed to Sonia.And now? He plans to remarry her in the next two months? TWO MONTHS?!I paced the room like a wild animal, my body vibrating with rage and jealousy. My hands were trembling. My heart was pounding so loud I thought it might explode. Every time I blinked, all I could see was that stupid smile on Sonia’s face and Ethan looking at her like she was some goddess.Disgusting.I grabbed my phone again and stared at the screen. Their photos were everywhere, Instagram, Twitter, and news
AlexI let out a long breath and dropped the phone on the table. My eyes shifted to my secretary, who was still scrolling through the ridiculous online praise.“Cancel all my appointments today,” I ordered."Alright, sir." He didn’t ask why as he just nodded and left the study room.I stood and headed to my room. I needed to freshen up before the storm arrived. And trust me when I say Celine is a storm, a bitter one at that.After my shower, I dragged myself to the dining table, barely touching the food in front of me. My appetite was gone, drowned by the bitterness rising in my chest.I was just pushing the plate away after taking a bite when my phone buzzed again.My heart thudded in my chest when I saw that it was my dad.He must have seen the news. Nothing ever escapes that old man. He probably already had five plans written up on how I failed and another ten on how I should fix it.I stared at the screen as it kept ringing, my fingers hovering above the phone but I didn’t answer.
AlexI sat behind my desk with my fists clenched and my jaw locked in anger as my secretary was reading the online comments out loud with his voice filled with excitement like this was some fairytale ending."Ethan is the kind of man every woman dreams of, loyal, rich, romantic. Sonia is so lucky!""This is what love looks like! A man who believes in his woman and invests in her future!""Power couple of the year... Sonia and Ethan are unstoppable!""Sonia is not just beautiful, she’s smart, resilient, and now a CEO of one of the biggest companies... Ethan is a real one for this!""Stop!" I barked, my voice echoing through the office.The room went silent. I could hear my heartbeat thudding like a war drum in my ears.I couldn’t listen to that nonsense anymore. I didn’t need a reminder of how Ethan just flipped the entire city’s attention with one move. I never even saw that company before. Never heard a word about it until now. He kept it so hidden, so quiet.That bastard is just lik
SoniaI was confused when Ethan drove into a massive building I didn’t recognize.This wasn’t a restaurant. I stared out the window, my brows furrowed. What are we doing here? I had never seen this company before... it looked brand new, with bright banners, and fresh paint and decorators were still working inside.But what really caught my attention was how everyone greeted Ethan with familiarity and respect like this wasn’t his first visit here.I wanted to ask a hundred questions but I held them back. I simply got out of the car and followed him quietly, trying to make sense of everything.We went from the first floor to the second… then the third… the fourth… all the way to the fifth. The building was buzzing with activity. New employees, computers being set up, teams in meetings… I could tell this place was growing but still, Ethan said nothing.Finally, we stepped into a private elevator. He pressed the button for the sixth floor and I glanced at him but his face gave nothing aw
Sonia“So, Mommy… am I going to have a baby sister?” Jay asked with so much excitement in his eyes. His little hands rested on my still-flat stomach like he was already trying to feel his sibling.I smiled and gently placed my hand over his. “Maybe. You will soon have a baby sister or brother.”Jay’s face instantly twisted into a frown when he heard me. “No, not a brother. I want a baby sister,” he said, pouting and crossing his arms like he already made up his mind.I couldn’t help but laugh at his seriousness. “Anyone is good, baby. We will love them just the same.”Jay has been so overjoyed ever since Ethan told him I was pregnant. The way he jumped around the hospital room, asking a thousand questions, almost brought tears to my eyes. He didn’t even wait for confirmation as he had already taken on the role of a big brother with pride.Honestly, I am still trying to believe that I am pregnant myself.It sounded strange in my head. My body still looked the same. No signs, no change
EthanThe night felt endless as I stayed by Sonia’s side, watching her closely. Every now and then, she would stir, mumbling something I couldn’t understand, then drift back into sleep. Each time she moved, my heart raced. I informed the doctor about it and he explained that it was the medication and that her body was still adjusting, and still healing. But it didn’t make it any easier to watch her like that.I don't know how long I must have fallen asleep beside her. My head was resting on the edge of the bed, my fingers still laced with hers until I heard her voice.The voice was soft and weak but it was her.“Ethan…” She called weakly.My eyes snapped open. I lifted my head, blinking against the harsh hospital lights. “Sonia?” I said, my voice low and hopeful.She turned her head slightly and looked at me. Her eyes were clearer now. Her lips parted again. “Water… I want water.”Relief flooded me like a wave. “You’re awake,” I said, a smile tugging at my lips. I stood quickly and
Ethan I sat quietly beside Sonia’s hospital bed, my fingers gently wrapped around hers. The beeping of the machines was soft and steady, proof that she was still breathing, still alive. That alone gave me peace.The doctor had asked me to wait outside, saying she needed rest. But I couldn’t. I needed to see her. After all that happened tonight, I had to be close to her even if it was just to sit in silence. I begged the doctor until he gave in, on the condition that I wouldn’t disturb her.Disturb her? How could I ever?I leaned down and kissed the back of her hand softly. She looked so fragile, bandaged and pale, but she was still the most beautiful woman I have ever seen and now, she is carrying my child... Our child.God… I still couldn’t believe it. After everything, after all the pain I put her through... Sonia is pregnant.A tear slipped from my eye before I could stop it.She has brought nothing but light into my life, even when I didn’t deserve it. Maybe this baby is a secon
EthanHis eyes burned with rage and madness as he raised his gun. I lifted mine but he was quick as he kicked my hand so hard the gun flew out of my grip and I crashed to the ground.Pain shot through my wrist but before I could move, he was standing over me, pointing the barrel of his gun right at my head.“This is the end of the road for you, Ethan,” he sneered, his lips curling into a sick smile. “Like I said… tonight, you die.”I could feel the heat of the barrel on my forehead, but I didn’t panic. I waited just for the right moment.“Not so fast,” I muttered.And with all my strength, I slammed my fist into his chest, sending him stumbling backward. The moment he hit the ground, I quickly stood up and delivered a hard punch to his stomach. He groaned in pain, cursing, but I didn’t stop. I hit him again and again, each blow fueled by every ounce of hatred I had buried in me.I rushed over and picked up my gun.This is it. I was going to end it but before I could pull the trigger,