Edward hurriedly ran through the corridors of one of the major hospitals in the middle of London. He had lost count of how many times he glanced at his wristwatch, hoping not to be even a minute late this time. Ever since the incident when Chloe got angry and ordered him to sleep on the couch, Edward made every effort to be punctual. It felt so regretful to miss one night of embracing her.Upon reaching the second floor, he headed straight to a room dedicated to pregnant and nursing mothers. Amidst the sea of mothers, his hazel eyes finally caught sight of his wife. She was a beautiful woman dressed in a navy midi dress, engaging in casual conversation and occasionally laughing with other patients."Sorry if I'm late," Edward said after seating himself right next to Chloe. He was catching his breath from rushing to be by her side on time."No worries, I have two more patients ahead of you in line," Chloe replied. Without being asked, she handed him a bottle of mineral water she had be
Speaking about marriage will never end. Everyone knows what marriage is, but only a few truly understand the meaning of marriage and life afterward.In essence, marriage is based on love and affection. Both partners must have a strong bond, both physically and emotionally, to navigate married life with loyalty, sincerity, and patience.In the past, Edward never believed in commitment, let alone marriage. He always thought that serious relationships would restrict his freedom and hinder him.Until he met Chloe. He became obsessed with having the woman who had once rejected him. He was determined to marry her, even though they didn't love each other at first.As time went by, genuine love truly blossomed. Not from one side, but from both of them, they fell in love with each other. They needed each other and now didn't want to be apart.God was kind, and after overcoming many challenges that came their way, they were blessed with a baby in Chloe's womb. Edward couldn't wait for the birth
Today was a historic day for Edward Martin. The major project he had been handling for Emaar Properties was finally inaugurated. AlphaBeta had even received an award as the most competent construction company to undertake this prestigious tender.Edward felt truly grateful. He knew that this achievement wouldn't have been possible without the help of the solid team who worked diligently on their tasks. Especially Samuel. Despite being new to the company, he had dedicated all his best abilities to help Edward achieve his ambitions."Thank you, Sam. I didn't make a mistake in choosing you as the head of this prestigious project."Samuel smiled contentedly, feeling proud that his hard work was appreciated."I also thank you, Mr. Martin, for giving me this valuable opportunity. It's rare for a big company to entrust such a project to someone who just joined."His gaze then shifted to the beautiful woman standing next to Edward."Mrs. Chloe also contributed to this success. If she hadn't a
"I swear! You're still a virgin. Are you deliberately trying to trap me?" Edward grumbled in annoyance at a woman lying beneath him."I beg you, please, let's finish this. Don't torture me by playing this game. You'll only make me feel ashamed." The woman looked at Edward with hazy eyes, her desire still evident."Chloe, you're completely crazy! I can't go on with this game. Right from the start, we both made a mistake!" The next moment, the man hastily intended to get off the woman named Chloe.Edward has been known as a man who likes to change partners frequently. After all, who wouldn't want to be a dating companion of Sebastian Edwardo Martin? He's a wealthy aristocrat, the sole heir of Quantum Corporation. Whatever he does always becomes the center of attention for the general public.However, among the many women he's dated, there hasn't been a single one he took to bed. He also has a principle never to sleep with any woman unless they are husband and wife. But for some reason to
Nicholas Frost, Edward's personal assistant, looked alert as he saw his boss walking down the Quantum building corridor towards his office. Edward had returned from Indonesia a few months ago and decided to resume leading the Martin family's construction and mining company in London. Although he hadn't officially become the CEO, he was already busy with various complex tasks that needed to be completed. Luckily, Edward had a capable assistant like Nicholas. Besides being intelligent, Nicholas was also highly loyal. He had made countless sacrifices to help advance the company's progress. "Finally, you're here," greeted Nicholas as Edward stood in front of his office. "Mr. Hans has been waiting for you inside for nearly 30 minutes," he continued. "Good Lord!" Edward whispered. "I forgot about my appointment with him this morning." He quickly entered the office and approached Hans, who was sitting on the sofa. The big-bodied man looked annoyed after waiting for him for so long. "No wo
Edward quickly walked when he heard the doorbell in his apartment ringing repeatedly. Still in his pajamas, he casually opened the door and found a man standing there with an annoyed expression. "Don't tell me you just woke up?" he asked, investigating. "What time are we leaving? You're the one who asked all of us to be there," the man grumbled. Instead of feeling guilty, Edward laughed. "Oh, Rich. Why are you always so easily irritated? I thought after getting married, your temper would go away. But it's still the same," Edward teased. Richard rolled his eyes in exasperation. His patience had run out. "Stop talking. Hurry up and take a shower! I'll be waiting for you in the lobby," Richard said and left without waiting for his friend to respond. Edward and Richard were actually neighbors. Both of them chose the One Hyde Park Penthouse as their residence several years ago. Edward had his reasons for choosing that place. Besides its premium location, the penthouse had fantastic fa
"Finally, I found you." Chloe Hazel blinked her eyes once. She immediately turned around to confirm the owner of that voice. Shortly after, her brow furrowed. A tall man with an athletic body stood before her, smiling mischievously with a hint of teasing in his eyes. Every afternoon, Chloe spent her time specifically at L'Elysee Artisan Cafe and Patisserie. There, she would usually read books while sipping cappuccino, eating salads, or tiramisu. She did this every day without ever feeling the slightest bit bored. Due to this habit, with Hans' help, Edward was able to find her. After nearly forty-five minutes of waiting in boredom, the woman he was looking for finally arrived to take a break. "Why do you look surprised like that? Are you dazzled by my handsomeness?" Edward said, running his fingers through his hair while smiling. "Sorry," Chloe replied. Before continuing her sentence, she scanned Edward from head to toe. Observing his appearance, she spoke again, "We don't know eac
There are many reasons why London captivates tourists from all around the world. In this city famous for its monarchy, one can find rows of majestic ancient architecture, beautiful gardens, and astonishing museums. As one of the largest metropolitan cities in the United Kingdom, London also offers a variety of shopping destinations to satisfy the shopping desires of its visitors. One can visit Oxford Street to hunt for branded items, enjoy cool displays in the stores on Carnaby Street, or search for antiques and London souvenirs at Portobello Market. Due to the rapid growth of tourism in London, the number of accommodations has also increased. From simple hotels to super luxurious ones, there are plenty of options to choose from based on one's budget. Among the luxurious hotels available, Le Meridien Hotel Piccadilly, owned by the renowned entrepreneur Dylan Arley, is a five-star hotel that often becomes the choice of tourists. The hotel has a classic architectural design with a lav
Today was a historic day for Edward Martin. The major project he had been handling for Emaar Properties was finally inaugurated. AlphaBeta had even received an award as the most competent construction company to undertake this prestigious tender.Edward felt truly grateful. He knew that this achievement wouldn't have been possible without the help of the solid team who worked diligently on their tasks. Especially Samuel. Despite being new to the company, he had dedicated all his best abilities to help Edward achieve his ambitions."Thank you, Sam. I didn't make a mistake in choosing you as the head of this prestigious project."Samuel smiled contentedly, feeling proud that his hard work was appreciated."I also thank you, Mr. Martin, for giving me this valuable opportunity. It's rare for a big company to entrust such a project to someone who just joined."His gaze then shifted to the beautiful woman standing next to Edward."Mrs. Chloe also contributed to this success. If she hadn't a
Speaking about marriage will never end. Everyone knows what marriage is, but only a few truly understand the meaning of marriage and life afterward.In essence, marriage is based on love and affection. Both partners must have a strong bond, both physically and emotionally, to navigate married life with loyalty, sincerity, and patience.In the past, Edward never believed in commitment, let alone marriage. He always thought that serious relationships would restrict his freedom and hinder him.Until he met Chloe. He became obsessed with having the woman who had once rejected him. He was determined to marry her, even though they didn't love each other at first.As time went by, genuine love truly blossomed. Not from one side, but from both of them, they fell in love with each other. They needed each other and now didn't want to be apart.God was kind, and after overcoming many challenges that came their way, they were blessed with a baby in Chloe's womb. Edward couldn't wait for the birth
Edward hurriedly ran through the corridors of one of the major hospitals in the middle of London. He had lost count of how many times he glanced at his wristwatch, hoping not to be even a minute late this time. Ever since the incident when Chloe got angry and ordered him to sleep on the couch, Edward made every effort to be punctual. It felt so regretful to miss one night of embracing her.Upon reaching the second floor, he headed straight to a room dedicated to pregnant and nursing mothers. Amidst the sea of mothers, his hazel eyes finally caught sight of his wife. She was a beautiful woman dressed in a navy midi dress, engaging in casual conversation and occasionally laughing with other patients."Sorry if I'm late," Edward said after seating himself right next to Chloe. He was catching his breath from rushing to be by her side on time."No worries, I have two more patients ahead of you in line," Chloe replied. Without being asked, she handed him a bottle of mineral water she had be
During pregnancy, it's common for every woman to experience mood swings, where they can feel extremely joyful and enthusiastic one moment, but also very emotional and sad, even crying over trivial matters. Sometimes, they may not even know the reason for their mood changes.Mood swings during pregnancy are caused by various factors, including hormonal changes, physical discomfort due to bodily changes, and natural worries about facing future life changes.From Edward's encounters with married men, almost all of them mentioned that their wives' moods would improve during the second trimester. However, it seemed not to be the case for his wife. Even as she entered the third trimester, Chloe's mood swings didn't seem to get better; in fact, they were worse than ever. She was more easily offended, cried more often, and even had fits of anger."Mister, you look like someone who's exhausted. If you're not feeling well, you should rest," Samuel said as he entered Edward's office. He had been
On a bright morning, accompanied by birdsong and the still-refreshing air, sat a married couple engrossed in a light conversation.This was actually a result of Chloe's boredom. She realized that her husband might be feeling the same way she did at the moment. So, she took the initiative to invite Edward to relax in a corner of the garden and enjoy the morning air together.It had been seven days since Edward had been under intensive care. The good news was that his condition showed significant improvement day by day. The doctor had even given permission for him to decide when he wanted to go home."Last night, after you fell asleep, Samuel contacted me. He asked for some time to meet with you. There's something important he wants to discuss about some projects currently running at AlphaBeta," Chloe said."Tell him to meet me after work," Edward replied without turning his head. His eyes were focused on the beautifully planted row of flowers not far from where they sat."So, do you wa
Chloe walked clumsily towards the treatment room with a chaotic state of mind and heart. The feelings of love and happiness that she had just experienced were now overflowing, replaced by deep sorrow due to the recent misfortune that befell her husband.Patricia and Liliana were well aware that Chloe was not doing well, and they decided to continue accompanying her. They did this to keep the pregnant woman away from unwanted stress, fearing it might affect the unborn child."It's okay, dear," Patricia reassured when the three of them stood right in front of the room where Edward was being treated. "Believe me, your husband will be fine. Mama is very confident that he will recover soon."Liliana nodded in agreement. Her hand reached out to push aside a lock of hair covering her son-in-law's cheek. The tired and sad expression was clearly evident on her face."Don't be sad all the time. Edward will surely wake up, dear. There's no way he'd willingly leave behind a beautiful wife like yo
After going through many stages of trial for the crimes committed by Damian and Nicholas, today is the scheduled date for the judge's verdict. As victims, Edward and Chloe were asked to be present to listen to the verdict. However, due to Chloe's condition, she was unable to attend, so Edward chose to come alone this morning. Upon arriving at the courthouse, Hans was already waiting for him outside the courtroom. When everyone had gathered and was ready to begin the trial, Edward was asked to enter. "I hope today's verdict meets our expectations, Hans." Hans, who had just taken his seat, nodded. "I assure you, Damian will spend quite a long time in prison. He is entangled in multiple charges for the crimes he has committed." Edward pulled the corners of his lips into a smile. It was not wrong to have chosen Hans to handle the case that was affecting him. "I can't wait to see Damian's expression when he hears the judge's verdict in a moment." After a few minutes of waiting, the tr
"I love you... Want you with all my heart. Even if God plans to separate us, I will do my best to persuade Him not to do it."Hugging Chloe's body, Edward chuckled softly. This morning, when he woke up from sleep, she couldn't stop hugging and kissing him. Acting all affectionate, like a woman who desperately wants to be loved. She had been showering him with sweet gestures countless times. It was nothing like the usual Chloe."How many more times do you need to say that? No need to repeat, my love. I know now that you truly love me," he replied, gently kissing his wife's forehead. He found her behavior this morning both adorable and exasperating."You know, Ed?" She tilted her head and asked. "I feel so foolish for often ignoring you and arrogantly rejecting you before."Edward laughed again. "So, you've truly fallen in love with me now?"Confidently, Chloe nodded. The long-haired woman was no longer ashamed to admit that she was head over heels for him now. "Maybe it's more than jus
The white-themed living room was beautifully transformed this afternoon, adorned with an abundance of flowers. Various kinds of cakes and heavy dishes, along with an array of drinks, were neatly arranged on every corner of the table.Everyone seemed to be thoroughly enjoying the celebration party organized by the only child of the Martin family. Amidst the excitement, laughter, and classical music playing in the background, the atmosphere exuded an intimate feeling for everyone present.However, in the midst of the created buzz, everyone's attention was slightly diverted when Edward intentionally asked Sisilia, the house assistant, to bring someone along to join them.Chloe and Dylan both showed surprise on their faces. The appearance of a middle-aged woman, whom Edward brought in the middle of the party, captured their attention.Especially Dylan Arley. Feeling certain about what he saw, the middle-aged man immediately walked over to her. Without hesitation, he embraced the woman Edw