After being left humiliated at the altar by her boyfriend who is a super star actor, Iris flees, heartbroken and determined to disappear. A night of drinking leads her to a chance encounter with a mysterious man, and they spend a passionate night together. By morning, she's gone, leaving behind money— assuming he was a male escort. But Jonathan Knight, a famous chef and heir to one of the world's richest families, is furious. Mistaken for a gigolo, he vows to find the woman who left him humiliated. What he doesn't know is that Iris is not just a disgraced bride but also the secret heiress to a powerful empire who had hidden her identity and had left her country. As Jonathan search intensifies, their worlds collide again seven years later— where secrets babies, passion, love, revenge and meals from a seven year old boy threaten to change everything.
View MoreIRIS'S POV:I sipped out of my milkshake and laughed but he looked at me with the most expression ever, making me laugh even harder.“You two love each other and that's amazing to hear, because you know she casted a spell on you. It's admirable you can't get her out of your mind even after over two years…” I trailed off thinking to myself about that gigolo who I couldn't also get out of my mind, nor picture another man making love to me like he did.It was so sad, wasn't it?“And how busy are we talking?” I questioned, shaking my head to dispel the thoughts. “Definitely how you get busy with the kids, work and your secret creations.” He responded and I frowned looking at him with disbelief. “I'm not even kidding….I need a vacation soon. But talk to me, how's Sophie? Is she seeing anyone?” He inquired and I shrugged sipping out of my drink, noticing various security guards by a table close by and another by the door. I'm certain there were some others, and as usual I was not complain
IRIS’S POV:That Same Day:It was a warm Afternoon, the weather was different from back home just like I remembered but it wasn't as much as I could remember, the sun was out and bright, the city of Mel was simply exquisite and I was amazed at the fact that the only time I stayed at the city was some days to my wedding, and I was too occupied to enjoy its serenity and beauty. The apartment Gabriel and I stayed was about thirty minutes away from the city, private estate for his status.“My sister has always loved the neighboring city. Let's get married there, I will have my team set it up and trust me, it would be spectacular. Just let me go tell her.” I remember vividly how he kissed my head afterwards and like a kid, he skipped away hastily going to inform his little sister, Tamar, all about it. Without even sharing more details nor asking if I liked it. His sister and relatives liked me. Another reason why I didn't even bother objecting was because I hoped it would at least bring s
3RD POV:THE NEXT DAY:AT NOON:Today was the press conference set up by Jonathan's team, as a promotion for the competition highly recommended by the television channel who needed viewers to tune in every single night throughout the event. Everything was already set up for the night, billboards were out, media houses were prepared to come interview as well as promote. It was going to be a successful event, everyone was certain of that.What was the worst thing that could possibly go wrong when everything was already in place?Jonathan was standing behind the camera, as his assistant was running down some of the questions that might be asked. He was in designer simple black pants and his signature blindly button down white shirt. His face wasn't as empty as they were years back, he had connected beards and his hair was combed out always, making him look handsome and more appealing.Freda smiled seeing him, she adjusted her new gold hoop earrings and walked towards him.“Wow….Who is th
3RD POV:Mel, Simia:“Are the rumors true of the ongoing relationship between Jonathan Knight and Freda Morgan?”“Is it true, Jonathan Knight is not attracted to women?”“What happened between Scarlet and Jonathan Knight? Is it true they secretly married and have secretly gotten divorced?”Reporters flocked around the restaurant where Mrs Jessica Knight and her friends came to have dinner. The security guards guarded Mrs Knight from the aggressive reporters but her face was scrunched up from the obnoxious questions and she was left stunned by the second question wondering,Where did that even come from? This was becoming too much…“I'm sorry about that, Mrs Knight. I have no idea how the reporters came to know about your whereabouts.” The new driver, Corby, apologized and Mrs Knight heaved out a sigh.“They are the parazzi and they are everywhere. It has nothing to do with you. Let's just go home.” She assured him as he started up the car and he nodded slowly letting out a breath.As
IRIS'S POV:A MONTH LATER:“Fasten up your seat belts, we will be landing in a few minutes….” The hostess instructed and the kids were so excited that they returned back to their seats, grinning from ear to ear.They were just like me. As much as I might travel to various countries for work and vacation, there was nothing beating the adrenaline and excitement that ran through my veins every time I was going somewhere new. But not this trip though, I had been here and it just took my mind to the time I arrived here over nine years ago. I was happy, naive, speaking like a typical rich girl who didn't want anything from her parents, and oh….I was so not observant.“Mummy, you look scared. Doesn't she?” Jason pointed out, then turned to Jamie for confirmation. “Not really. She looks stressed though.” Jamie responded, and I just looked at them as they stared at me intently.“I'm not scared but a little bit stressed out that's all. How about you two? How are you feeling?” I asked, then ch
3RD POV:As the competition went on, Jamie recorded going closer and after over an hour had passed by it was time to serve what they had prepared before the judges.“Come on, Iris, let's go grab something for everyone to drink.” Mariana urged since she was so tense and the suspense was killing her.She had told Miguel on their way here that, if they don't give my godson that award and allow him to go to the next round, I'm going to fight all of them.“Alright, We will be right back.” Iris picked up her nose mask as extra protection of her identity and excused herself while everyone busied themselves talking amongst each other and watched the judges reaction to the various meals.“We haven't had time to talk since the proposal. You're too busy for me now?” Mariana asked playfully as they walked through the less crowded V. I. P section. “Girl, don't start. You're the one who's been busy with your cases and we literally met for brunch twice this week.” Iris pointed out, amused by her be
COMPETITION DAY:3RD POV:It was finally the Friday the entire family had been anticipating for. Twenty kids from each state in the country of Kemela, all gathered for the event, to pick only one representative for their country at the main competition at Simia. Some parents had withdrawn their kids from the competition stating how unfair it was for it to be only one winner.Iris, however, had confidence in Jason and he had been given the entire equipment and materials for all needs and the support from friends and family was massive.“You got this, Champ! Go show them how talented you are, okay? And tell to not forget to record the entire thing and tell those other losers off!” Robert told Jason over the video call making Iris chuckle while packing up the cookies she had made because Jason loved it.“I will!” Jamie popped her face into the camera and Robert laughed giving her a thumbs up.“Win or or…I'm going to get you that new helicopter.” Robert promised and Jason nervously smile
IRIS'S POV:TWO DAYS LATER:“Good morning dad.” I greeted with a smile, entering into the dinning room where no matter how advanced the world was becoming, he also sat for breakfast reading a paper.“Good morning Sweetheart.” I planted a kiss on his cheek and hugged him, before going to sit next to him.It was a Monday morning, and I had been dreading having this conversation with my father especially after an idea I had envisioned about six years ago. Too many, it might sound unbelievable and impossible but after discussing with the Chief Operation Officer, and some engineers, they all remembered my ‘abandoned secret project’. I had been so passionate and dedicated to it, it was almost done.I had named it AquaSolis Haven, and it was meant to provide electricity to everyone in the entire city. It was a beautiful plan, it would generate so much income for the company and help so many people. Phebian, a friend from College, who was an outstanding Civil engineer, had also been helping w
IRIS'S POV:“You have the power to protect them and unlike you, I'm sure they wouldn't stop you from protecting and being there for them all the way. So I advise you to go back, you might not even meet either of those men. Support and watch Jason emerge as the winner. It will be okay and you have Aunty Mariana there as well to support.” She concluded and I heaved out a breath.“See that's why you're my best friend!” I mimicked her tone of earlier and stretched out my hand for a hug and she embraced me laughing. “Now is it just me or my man is talented? Did you see all those art pieces? Woof…It's crazy this house isn't on fire.” She commented in astonishment and pride, I smiled just seeing her in love.“They are.”“You know when my cousin got married a year ago, I was wondering what was wrong with me that I wasn't getting married or even proposed to. I wasn't even pregnant nor fooling around. I was just sitting myself down and working. It was a bit depressing, and I didn't tell anyone
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