Ivory Collins had spent seven years as fiancee of Jacob Rodriguez, yet never received any love from him. It was not until her sister, the real daughter of her adoptive parents showed up, and was immediately loved by everyone including her fiance, that's when she realized her entire life had been a complete joke. Determined to not to live like a shadow of her sister, she broke up with him. To overcome the pain in her heart, she hit the bar and accidentally caught the attention of a mysterious man. That man turned out to be not only the most powerful man in the city but also her ex-fiance's uncle! "Mr. Alexander Rodriguez, can I know what's your intentions towards me?" Ivory raised her eyebrow with a questioning look. Alexander pulled her into his protective arms. "Very simple, I've an offer for you, how about becoming the aunt of those two cheaters?" Ivory was surprised by his offer. She had to admit, the idea of being an aunt was rather tempting!
View More∆IVORY∆"Alexander," I cried out, at the sight of Alexander sitting on the hospital bed, bandages wrapped around his chest, head and arm, made my heart drop in pain.My legs shivered but they made their way to him, before my mind could realise what I'm doing, and within seconds, I was standing beside him."What the hell is this?" I snapped, my voice trembling with a mix of anger and worry. "Do you even... Even know how serious your injuries are? What exactly happened to you? How exactly did it happen to you?" He finally glanced at me, his calm demeanor only fueling my frustration. "Ivory, I'm fine, it’s not as bad as it looks.""Not as bad?" I scoffed, gesturing toward the bandages. "You’re sitting here wrapped up like a mummy, and you’re telling me it’s not bad? Are you out of your mind or do you take of me as a fool?"He sighed, with a faint smile on his face, "Calm down, Ivory, it's just a few minor injuries, you don't have to worry about this." "Minor?" My voice cracked, and bef
∆IVORY∆"Beep.... Beep.... Beep!"My alarm has been ringing continuously as if it is begging me to wake up, "Ahhh.... I'm waking up!"With a sigh, I turned it off and checked my mobile, not to check time, but to check someone's message, what a disappointement! Forget about reply, message didn't even get delivered, "Is he really that busy? It's never been like this!"I can't help but to frown, the morning sunlight passing through the windows, getting up from the bed, I finished my morning routine, and started getting ready.Though I'm slightly disappointed, my heart is still pounding with excitement because today was the day my hard work would finally bear fruit, "Come on Ivory, this is your day, and be confident, a little excitement even within disappointment won't make you lose anything." I tried my best to cheer myself up, my new store was opening, and for the first time, I felt like I was standing on my own two feet, not in anyone's shadow, it's a big day for me and I want to be p
∆ALEXANDER∆"I'm apologizing for everything, Uncle," Jacob began, with a tone almost convincing me, "For the way I spoke with you that day and for insulting Ivory, I'm extremely sorry uncle." I nearly laughed after hearing to an apology from my nephew. Jacob apologizing? To anyone, let alone me? It was unheard of till today, I don't remember even his parents recieving an apology from him, what kind of surprising moment is this?Well I'm not that easy to be convinced, I'm sure he wasn't here out of remorse, he had a hidden agenda, and I had no intention of making this easy for him."Apologies are just words, Jacob," I said coldly, leaning back in my chair. "What do you really want?"Jacob tried his best to put on an act, "Uncle, are you suspecting me? Don't you trust me?""Jacob, I've seen you for years, I'm your uncle, do you think I really can't see through this facade of yours?' I crossed my arms, "So, put down that act of yours and speak the truth." His smile faltered for a seco
∆ALEXANDER∆"Looks like you're so happy tonight?" Kavin grinned while driving the car, and I'm so busy with tracing a finger on my lips where her lips touched earlier.Glancing at Kavin, I said, "Maybe, I should thank you for that," Kavin chuckled keeping his steady gaze at the road, "So, I think I deserve some bonus for my hardwork, right?" Opening my mobile, I sent money to him immediately, "Done!" "Thanks boss," He adjusted the front mirror, "I'll try my best for you from now onwards." I laughed at his words, and stared out of the window, passing cars and corners of roads, but none of these are in mind, the only thing that's running in my mind is her smile and innocent expression of her's, how could I even forget that memorable moment?"The house, just as you said, it was sold for a very low price not even half the original price," Kavin informed me about the house I arranged for Ivory, and I totally forgot about that until he mentioned it now, I smiled, "That's good, as long as
∆IVORY∆"Yes," I responded, feeling the heat pass to my cheeks, even I'm not sure why I'm blushing furiously but I knew it's all because of that teasing smirk on his face as if he is enjoying this situation, his lips curled into a sly smile, "I like it." "Huh?" I blinked being puzzled by his sudden statement not understanding what he meant by he like it, whether the smell or him being the first one to have it!"The scent," he clarified, holding up the bottle and taking another sniff. "I like the smell, it reminds me of you, elegant and bold." I couldn't help but to let out a small smile, but my mind was stuck in a loop, replaying that accidental kiss over and over, the warmth of his lips on mine that's still fresh and raw, I never thought a man's lips could be this soft until his lips touched mine.Every time I tried to push that thoughts of mine, the memory kept coming back in like a whisper I couldn’t ignore anymore, "How it would've felt if it's not a peck but a deep kiss? Doe
∆IVORY∆"Regret?" I let out a sarcastic laugh showing her words doesn't show any kind of effect on me. "The only regret I have is wasting my time listening to you and your nonsense, now, get out of my house." Jessica clenched her jaw while glaring at me, "You think you can stop me? I know how to take what I want." I narrowed my eyes at her bluffing, "And I know how to protect what’s mine, I don’t hold on to trash, Jessica, I let it go to make room for treasure." She knows very well who is the trash I'm talking about, her face flushed with anger."Enjoy it while it lasts, Ivory, success is fickle, and when it slips away, don’t say I didn’t warn you." Turning around, she stomped her foot in frustration before storming out, slamming the door behind her."What the hell? Whose house is this?" I sighed while checking the door, "This is my house, which I brought with my own money, how can she slam my door like this? If it breaks, I'll sue her!"I took a breath in relief that my door is
∆IVORY∆"Beep"The sound when money is credited to my account, it's always enlightening, I checked my bank balance only to be surprised while smiling like a fool, being independent like this feels truly like a dream come true."Yes, I made it.... I finally made it!" That proud feeling made me to forget the hardships, struggles, inner fear, conflicts, the past few months felt like a whirlwind, a mix of heartbreak, loneliness, achievements, fame and success, everything, a pain that made me shred tears, the same pain turned into happiness bringing a smile on my face.I'm living a life free from shadows once pulled me into darkness, no longer needed to be obedient or submissive to anyone, I'm living for myself, no need to impress anyone, this spotlight came with its own share of doubts and challenges but made me stronger than ever.I've been living in Pearl's house till now, but now I've enough money to buy my own house, so it's time for me to settle down in a house brought with my own m
∆NO POV∆"Ms. Ivory, the rising star of the city," The voice coming out of the television, without thinking twice, Jacob threw the flower vase towards television breaking it being enraged after hearing Ivory's name.His frustration was evident as he kicked the magazines and newspapers scattered on the floor. Each one has a common theme, Ivory’s name, her accomplishments, her rising status with her new start-up."Ivory... Ivory," he spat, his voice laced with bitterness. "Why is she everywhere? Why should her name be on everyone’s lips?" The loud commotion made Robert and Valeria to rush into the living room."Oh my God!" Valeria gasped, covering her mouth with her hand. "What on earth have you done, Jacob? Look at this mess!"She stared at the broken television, the imported vases reduced to shards, and the chaos Jacob had unleashed.Jacob stomped on the magazine with the photo of Ivory, "She.... She is the reason mom, that smile on her face as if she is mocking me!" Robert sighed a
∆IVORY∆"Ahhh!" I stumbled, as my heels betrayed me at the worst possible moment, and the cold glass floor invited me to its embrace."Am I going to fall?" The thought screamed in my mind as I closed my eyes in dear, but the answer came quickly.No, I didn’t. I was surprised as my body didn't touch the glass floor, instead, I landed in protective arms, and a gentle embrace kept me safe with the similar fragrance of cologne."You're safe," That husky voice made me open my eyes, and it was him, Alexander Kingston. The man I had been trying so hard to keep my composure around.The disappointment I had moments ago because of his absence now replaced with happiness in his presence, my heart was beating so fast, half from the near-fall accident and half from the realization that I'm still in his embrace.I could feel the weight of the moment, the camera flashes from the press capturing what was probably the most embarrassing yet oddly romantic scene of my life.No, I can't let it happen! I
∆IVORY∆"Miss, is there anyone here to accompany you?" The voice of the nurse broke my chain of thoughts, pulling me back to reality, I lifted my head to look at her, forcing a faint smile to hide the bitterness in my chest. "No, I came alone," I replied softly, with my voice being barely above a whisper, as I sat there in silence, with the IV drip in my hand the only thing keeping me from collapsing entirely, though my body felt weak, while my heart is more weaker being alone at times likes this.She frowned, with a concerned face. "You're too weak to leave alone, please call someone to take you home." I nodded, though deep down, I already knew who I would call. As the nurse walked away, I reached for my phone, my fingers trembling slightly, and I dialed Jacob’s number, I clung to the hope that he’d answer, that maybe, for once, he’d be there when I needed him. The call rang once, then twice before it abruptly ended. A message popped up on my screen, "I’m busy, don’t disturb me....
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