After visiting the property agent’s office, they went to see several houses and buildings for a cafe. Reese liked the fifth house they saw and bought it right away. He asked the agent to show him the buildings for the cafe the next day. The house he had was a middle-size house, but he loved the house as it had a great view to the beach. Reese asked Amy to enjoy his house for a while before he would send her home. The house was fully furnished, and they enjoyed tea in the back garden right now. “Do you have siblings?” Amy asked. “No, I’m the only child. How about you?” “I have a sister, Jillian. She is four years younger than me.” “How old are you?” Reese asked. “You seem quite young.” “I’m twenty. In a few months, I’ll be twenty-one.” He nodded. “I wonder how you met your ex-husband? You don’t need to answer if you don’t want to.” Amy let out a sigh. “It’s like fate. I broke up with my fiance after finding out he cheated on me with one of my best friends. Well, I thought she
Reese squeezed Amy’s hand. “It’s not too late to tell him now. You can still return to him. How long have you divorced with your husband?” “Approximately four and a half months, but I’m still afraid. What if the one who threatened me has a lot of connection and power? I guessed they were my husband’s enemy, but I was unsure.” “What if you call your ex-husband to tell him everything? You don’t need to return to the capital. If he has removed all people who tried to harm you, later you can be with him again.” Amy pulled her hand from Reese’s hold. What Reese said was true. If she told Samuel without returning to the capital, their enemy might not know it. Maybe they still could be together. But then Amy glanced at Reese. “Why did you tell me this? If I return with my ex-husband, it means you won’t be with me.” Reese nodded. “It’s true, but you will be happy and your ex-husband can take care and protect you and the baby.” It touched her feelings since Reese was so selfless. “Reese
Meanwhile, the detective whom Samuel hired contacted him. Samuel was negotiating a new business contract, so he didn’t pick up the phone right away. He just checked his phone two hours later when the meeting was over, and he got ten billion from the contract. It strengthened his position as the ten youngest billionaires in their country, but also in the continent. Samuel contacted the detective right away after checking his phone. “Did you find something?” “Yes, sir! I could finally find the culprit.” “Have you interrogated them?” “Not yet. I’ll meet with him today. Soon, we will know who is behind all of this.” Clenching his fist, Samuel said, “I want to be there.” “Sir?” “This bastard killed my baby and hurt my ex-wife. I want to hear why he did it.” The detective let out a long sigh. “Very well, but you can only stay outside of the interrogation room.” “Oh, so the police caught him?” “Yes, Mr. Hoffner. I contacted my colleagues and told them what happened. They promised
Samuel asked the detective to search for information about all the fashion designers and agents whom Cecilia used to work with. He planned his revenge since Cecilia was the one who caused so many heartaches for him and Amy. Samuel promised he would destroy Cecilia’s career and life as she had already done the same to his life. He wanted to ask the detective to search for Amy, but the problem was the world was so vast. Besides, if Amy didn’t want to be found, she would hide herself well. Since she already deactivated her old number, Samuel lost the only way to reach for her. But then, he suddenly remembered his grandmother. Considering how close Vivian and Amy were, he wondered if his grandmother knew where Amy was right now, or even her new phone number. So, he went to Vivian’s house without telling her. Tony, the butler, widened his eyes when he saw Samuel, but then he bowed his head and smiled. “Master Samuel, what a surprise! Madam didn’t tell me you would visit her today.”Samue
Samuel contacted the detective to see if there was any list of designers and agents he could contact. The detective asked for a few hours, as he wanted to send a complete list. After waiting for a while, the detective finally sent two lists that Samuel asked. When Samuel was about to check the lists, the detective called him. “Sir, I have a piece of interesting information you might want to know about Cecilia Smith.” “Go on.” “Apparently, Cecilia has some special relationships with models and actors at the same time. From the information I got, currently she has three friends with benefits, but the one she contacted frequently is Pierre Collin, a famous actor and model.” Samuel tapped his fingers on the table. “Interesting. Do you have any information about Pierre Collin?” “He will launch a new movie. So any scandal and bad publicity will negatively affect the movie.” The detective grinned because he knew Samuel would do anything to get revenge. “I’ll search for more information
After Madeline promised Samuel she would send him a ticket to the Paris fashion week and introduce him to fashion designers and agents, Samuel went home. Arriving home, Samuel sent the lists he received from the detective to Madeline with a request to be introduced to those in the list and also to other prominent people in the fashion industry. Then, a day before the fashion week, Samuel flew to Paris with his private jet. Madeline came with him. Samuel even ordered Madeline to stay in his hotel. Samuel and Madeline rested in the penthouse of two bedrooms. Later, they enjoyed a comfortable dinner as friends. Both Samuel and Madeline knew they wouldn’t be lovers, but Madeline was kind enough to offer her help, even to pretend as his special person. Because without the reason, it would be weird for Samuel to attend the fashion week. On the fashion week night, Samuel and Madeline went to the runway. Reporters took some pictures of Samuel with Madeline. Samuel also saw Cecilia as th
Cecilia went home, and she slammed the door hard in her apartment. Dropping her bag and some accessories from the agency office, she threw herself on the bed. She didn’t know what gossip the agency had heard, but for sure, she wasn’t afraid. There was actually a year left before her contract ended. However, a more famous agency than her former one had already approached her and wanted her to move to their agency. So, she rushed to search for the business card the famous agency’s representative gave her. When the people from the agency offered her, Cecilia only said that she would think about it, but didn’t give a definite answer whether she would receive it. This was a good time to contact the person. After finding the card, Cecilia called. The one she called received her call after two rings. “International Fashion Agency. Can I help you?” “Hello, it’s Cecilia Smith. You gave me your card with an offer to move to your agency. After thinking about it, I’d like to accept the offe
Cecilia arrived at Pierre Collin’s apartment. Since he must go in two hours, she knew she must hurry. After she came, he kissed her lips and asked her to sit on his lap. “It’s rare you call me in the afternoon. What’s going on?” he said. “Pierre, you told me you wanted to marry me. I’m ready now.” Pierre frowned as it was unlike Cecilia. He liked pursuing her because he knew she didn’t want to have a serious relationship with him. It was odd to see she changed her mind so suddenly. “Is something bad happening to you?” He lifted his eyebrow. “It’s a bad day, and I realize I didn’t appreciate you as much as you deserve.” She smiled and caressed his chest. “So, if you still want me, I’m ready to marry you.” Pierre smiled and kissed Cecilia’s lips. “I always want you.” He carried her to his bed. “I still have an hour before I must go to a photoshoot. Let’s not waste the time.” Cecilia did everything Pierre wanted. They ended up having sex for more than an hour. Laying on the bed,
Amy and Samuel spent most of their honeymoon enjoying Paris on the days and afternoons. They visited the Eiffel Tower again, but this time Samuel wore a medical mask to cover his identity since in the first honeymoon the reporters spotted him and ruined their honeymoon. Afterward, they visited the Louvre Museum. Enjoying so many great pieces of arts from paintings and statues, they also went to the Tuileries Garden and to the city cruise through the Seine River. They shopped for clothes, shoes, bags, and jewelry for Amy, but also for Vivian, Jillian, and Caroline. Amy insisted Samuel buy some clothes and shoes too. She also bought an elegant watch for his husband. After ensuring Samuel wouldn’t be jealous, Amy bought Reese a watch and some coffee beans. They enjoyed lunch and dinner in the best restaurants in Paris. But when they didn’t want to go to the restaurants, they bought meals to eat in some gardens or in some parts of the city. After spending days and afternoons venturi
The stewardesses smiled at Samuel and Amy. “Congratulations on your wedding!” “Thank you,” Samuel and Amy said. A stewardess carried a tray and offered Samuel and Amy champagne. Then she left the couple. They toasted and sipped the champagne. Samuel stared at his wife and grinned. “What?” Amy asked. She touched her face, wondering if there was a stain on her face. “Nothing. I only imagine what we will do there.” He bent forward and captured her lips with a lingering kiss. “I can’t wait to make love with you again, my sweet.” Blushing, she caressed his shoulder and whispered, “Me neither. I miss you a lot.” “Don’t worry. We can spend days and nights enjoying ourselves. How about a week of honeymoon?” Amy shook her head. “I can’t! I must go to work.” “No worries. I have already asked permission from the personnel manager for you.” “Really?” Amy raised her eyebrow. “But then, Shane and Jillian?” “They have my grandma, Tonny, and the nurses too.” He looked her in the eye and s
“I wonder if we can have a date tomorrow. You can bring Shane too. We can go to the town and relax there.” Amy gulped because she must reject Reese’s invitation, but she was also nervous to tell him about her plan. “I’m sorry, but I can’t ….” “Oh, you’re busy? It’s okay. We can go next week.” “Reese …. I … I’ve been thinking about Samuel. I …” Amy couldn’t continue her words. “Amy, I know you love him. It’s okay if you want to return to him.” She held her breath. “You know? I’m so sorry ….” Reese said nothing for a while until Amy called him. “Reese? Are you still there?” “Yes. I know you will return to him, but I was thinking I might have a chance with you. But I’m happy for you. Samuel truly loves you. I’m sure Shane will be happy if you two are back together.” Biting her lower lip, Amy let out a heavy sigh. “Thank you for everything, Reese. You are a good friend.” “I’m glad I can spend time with you. I hope we can still be friends.” “Of course!” “Please send my congratul
Samuel and Amy finally returned to the car. Miguel grinned at them, as he saw how they walked hand in hand as if they were a new-married couple. “Where to go, boss?” “To the airport.” Samuel said, still holding Amy’s hand. Amy raised her eyebrow. “Airport? Are we going abroad?” “Yes.” Then he called Vivian with a video call. “Grandma? Did Shane look for Amy or me?” “No, he is eating his lunch. Do you want to talk to him?” “Sure!” Then Vivian called Shane. “Your father wanted to talk to you, sweetheart.” “Yes, Granny!” The little boy ran and stood before the phone. “Hi, Daddy.” “Shane, if Daddy and Mommy go for three days, is it okay? You will stay with Granny.” Shane glanced at Vivian. “Granny, can I stay here? Three days?” “Sure, sweetheart. You can stay a whole year if you want. I will be happy if you are here.” “Granny said yes. Okay, Daddy, you can go for three days.” Then he giggled to hear what Vivian said.. “What?” Samuel raised his eyebrow. “Granny said Daddy wa
Doctor Benjamin checked Jillian’s condition. After checking her pupils, tongue, and heartbeat, he smiled. “All vital status is good.” Amy sobbed and held hands with Samuel. He hugged her shoulders and waited for the doctor to finish to examine Jillian. The doctor checked Jillian’s feet and arms too. “Everything’s good. Welcome back, Miss Jillian.” The doctor smiled at Jillian. “Is Jillian alright, Doctor?” Amy held her breath. “Yes, Ms. Brooke. Miss Jillian will need to have physical therapy, for sure, to have a complete recovery. But other than that, she is healthy.” “Thank you, Doctor. Thank you so much!” Amy shook the doctor’s hand while weeping. “Amy? Is that you?” “Yes, it’s me, little sister.” Amy held Jillian’s hand and kissed it. “I’m so happy to see you wake up.” Jillian sighed. “I’m thirsty.” Then she added, “and hungry too.” Amy glanced at Doctor Benjamin. “Can she drink water and eat anything she wants?” “Water is okay. For the food, please choose easy to dige
The next day, Samuel picked up Amy and Shane. They sent Shane to Vivian’s house before going to a date. Shane jumped around in the living room and hugged Vivian when she showed up. “I just saw you yesterday, but I wonder if you are getting taller.” Vivian rubbed Shane’s head. Shane reached out his hands, and Vivian bent her body. He kissed Vivian’s cheeks and whispered, “I’m a big boy, Granny! Yes, I’m taller every day.” Vivian laughed when she heard the little boy’s comment. The proud parents stared at each other and shared smiles. “Why are you still here?” Vivian frowned. “Go! Have fun! No worries with your son. I’ll look after him. Besides, he’s a big boy already. Right, Shane?” “Yes!” Shane shouted. He ran to Samuel and Amy, kissing their cheeks. “Bye, Daddy. Bye, Mommy!” Tony approached them too and bowed his head to Samuel and Amy. “I’ll ask the maids to look after the young master too.” Samuel grinned and patted Amy’s hand. “Let’s go, then. It seems everyone wants us to
“I have never meant to torture you. It’s ridiculous to think that.” Amy scooted to move farther from Samuel. However, Samuel moved too and pulled her body, placing her to sit on his lap. He cupped her face with both hands and looked into her eyes. “Then let’s remarry in three days.” “Samuel ….” He kissed her lips until she let out a sigh. “I won’t take a no.” “But—” Samuel kissed Amy’s lips again. This time, he used his tongue and sparked her passion while probing his tongue into her mouth, teasing her until she moaned and touched his chest. Then he caressed her bosom until her head tilted backward. When he bent his head to kiss her cleavage, Amy shook her head. Realizing Samuel didn’t see it, Amy cleared her throat and said, “It’s time for us to return to Grandma’s house. Shane may seek for me.” Reluctantly, Samuel lifted his head and placed Amy to sit next to him. He took a deep breath to calm his passion, and then he smiled. “You have changed.” “Well, it’s been five year
They didn’t talk, but only stared at each other, and Samuel kissed her lips again. Amy hugged his waist and clung as if her life depended on it. Since they must stop for taking a breath, Samuel touched his forehead to hers. “Thank you for loving me so much until you took a difficult way.” Amy sobbed and nodded, but she couldn’t utter any words. He kissed her lips again, and she kissed him back. Then, after a while, Samuel brought her to the bed and lay next to her. They stared at each other. “I asked the detective to investigate the last threat message. Somehow, I found it related to Cecilia.” “Cecilia?” Amy widened her eyes. “Cecilia Smith, your ex-girlfriend?” “Nope, she has never been my girlfriend. We only dated a few times.” Shaking her head, Amy touched Samuel’s face. “She sent me the pictures of both of you in your hotel. I thought you had an affair with her.” “What?! I have never brought her to my hotel.” Amy smiled and nodded. “Yes, your grandma told me that.” “Gran
The manager at the Cold and Sweet bowed to see Samuel enter the place. His eyes widened to see Shane who held his arms around Samuel’s neck and Amy who walked beside Samuel. Since the manager read the news, he knew Samuel had a divorce five years ago. But then he asked a server to come to the table and serve the billionaire. After asking their choice of ice creams, the server took a few minutes before returning with three bowls of ice cream. Samuel spoon-fed the ice cream to Shane. Then Shane suddenly did the same to his father. Amy who saw it could only smile with tears in her eyes. Some of the ice cream restaurant’s guesses saw Samuel sitting with a little boy and a woman. Only with a glance, they could see that the little boy was his son. Shane also spoon-fed Amy with his ice cream. Suddenly, the little one said, “Daddy, give ice cream to Mommy!” Samuel raised his eyebrow. “Oh, you want Mommy to try my ice cream?” Shane nodded and grinned. “Yes!” Then he smiled at Amy too. “Y