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29: In her Head

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Sophie’s mom stood in the doorway, arms folded tight across her chest. She’d been watching her daughter for several minutes now, silently tracking every frantic step Sophie took across the living room carpet. It was like watching a storm build—tense, unpredictable, exhausting to witness.

Finally, she couldn’t hold back anymore. “Sweetheart,” she said softly, trying to keep her voice steady, “what’s going on with you? Is something wrong?”

Sophie froze mid-step, her hands balled into fists at her sides. “I… I think Lucien’s in pain,” she said, but it came out all jagged, like she’d been holding it in for too long.

Her mother blinked. That wasn’t what she was expecting. “In pain? Why would you think that? He looked fine when I last saw him—actually, better than fine.” She patted the couch cushion next to her. “Come here. Let’s sit down and talk this out.”

But Sophie just shook her head and backed away, her whole body tight like a stretched rubber band. “No, Mom. He’s not okay.” Her voice
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  • My Mysterious Husband   30: Where the heart still waits

    The morning air was crisp, but it did little to cool the tight knot in Aria’s chest. Her fingers clutched Lucien’s arm as they walked down the sidewalk, the hospital’s entrance looming ahead. She kept glancing behind them, her eyes scanning every passing face, every shifting shadow.“We need to be careful with your stalker, Sophie,” she said, her voice low and tense. “If we’re not… you might end up more hurt than she was last time.”Lucien stopped and turned to face her. Aria’s eyes were wide—haunted, even. He knew that look. She’d worn it since the incident. Since Sophie.Aria wrapped her arms around herself. “I know she’s not here now, but I keep feeling like she’s watching us. Like she’s waiting. I don’t want to see her again, Lucien. I can’t.”He gently cupped her face, forcing her to meet his gaze. “I’ll do everything I can to keep you safe from whatever she’s planning,” he said firmly. “No matter what.”She nodded, though the fear in her eyes didn’t fade. Lucien held her close f

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-29
  • My Mysterious Husband   31: Running from Fear

    The sky had long since darkened, casting a shadowy veil over the city streets. Most establishments had already begun shutting their doors for the night, their lights dimming one by one, leaving the sidewalks colder and more deserted with each passing minute. A few stragglers rushed home, their footsteps hurried, eager to escape the growing stillness of the evening. Street lamps flickered to life along the roadside, their artificial glow casting pools of yellow light that offered little comfort. The world outside felt unfamiliar and unsettling, cloaked in uneasy silence broken only by distant traffic and hurried steps.Aria stepped out of the hospital doors with visible caution. Her hand instinctively rested on her belly, protective and tender, as though shielding the life growing within her from the darkness around. Each step she took became faster than the last, her pace no longer leisurely but tense and urgent. A chill settled in her bones—not just from the evening air but from a cr

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-29
  • My Mysterious Husband   32: She watches

    “What are you doing here?” Aria gasped, her voice barely more than a whisper. The room felt colder all of a sudden, and her heart thudded in her chest as she stared at the figure in the doorway.Sophie.Aria instinctively took a step back, but Sophie moved forward, her expression unreadable. She walked slowly, deliberately, and took a seat beside Aria as if nothing were wrong.“I’m sick, Doc,” Sophie said softly, a faint smile playing on her lips. Her tone was light, almost playful—but it sent a chill down Aria’s spine.Aria’s mouth went dry. She tried to smile back, to keep the situation calm, but her lips wouldn't obey. “Sick?” she echoed cautiously. “Where... where do you feel sick?”Sophie didn’t answer right away. Instead, she leaned in closer, her eyes fixed on Aria’s face. Then, without warning, she raised her hands and placed them firmly on Aria’s neck.“I’m sick of you,” she said, her voice hard now, filled with venom.Aria gasped, instinctively trying to pull away. “No—Sophi

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-05-01
  • My Mysterious Husband   33: Whispers in the mirror

    Lucien's gaze remained unwavering, locked firmly on the spot where Sophie stood. His eyes did not drift even for a moment, his focus intense and filled with a complex mix of emotions. "She's still there," he murmured softly, more to himself than to anyone else, "but I know she’ll leave soon." There was a tenderness in his voice—a gentle reassurance meant for his wife, Aria. Despite the presence of another woman, his heart was clearly aligned with the one beside him. In this moment, Lucien wasn’t just observing; he was choosing. Choosing to be sweet, to be present, to reaffirm his commitment to Aria by believing that Sophie’s chapter in their lives would soon come to a quiet end.Aria, sitting close to him, glanced toward Sophie as well. Doubt lingered in her expression, mingled with hope. “Are you sure?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. It carried the weight of silent prayers—wishes that Sophie would walk away for good and allow Aria the peace she longed for, the chance to

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-05-01
  • My Mysterious Husband   34: Sophie's Deadly Pursuit

    Weeks had passed since Aria’s last encounter with Sophie, and ever since, her life had become a waking nightmare. Accidents that felt too deliberate. Faces in crowds that vanished when she turned. Doors left open that she was certain she had locked. Each day, the tension twisted tighter around her chest.She wasn’t imagining it.She knew Sophie was behind it all.One gray afternoon, the city pressed in around her, humming with its usual indifference. Aria walked briskly down a narrow street, trying to silence the gnawing feeling crawling up her spine. Then—Crash!Glass exploded beside her with a piercing shriek. A vase—large, heavy—had plummeted from the second-story window above. Shards scattered across the pavement. One fragment sliced her sleeve.Aria froze, breath caught in her throat, heart hammering.“Are you okay?!” a stranger shouted from across the street.She didn’t respond. Her eyes slowly lifted to the window above. Curtains swayed in the breeze. No face. But she knew.“S

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-05-01
  • My Mysterious Husband   35: Love turns the knife

    Lucien’s team had failed to uncover who was behind the attempt to harm his wife, but deep down, he was convinced it was Sophie. He firmly believed she was responsible."Once I find solid evidence against you, you'll answer to the authorities," he vowed, gripping the steering wheel tightly as he drove toward his wife.He hit the brakes after spotting her at a nearby bus stop, standing alone. Without hesitation, he jumped out of the car and rushed to her, wrapping her in his arms.“I’ve been so worried about you and our baby,” he murmured, his eyes drifting to her belly as he gently placed a hand on it. “Don’t worry, sweetheart. Daddy’s doing everything he can to keep both of you safe.”Aria smiled warmly at her husband’s tender gesture.As Lucien held Aria close, the warmth of her presence grounded him—if only for a moment. Her smile was a balm to his frayed nerves, but behind it, he saw the trace of fear she tried so hard to hide.“I hate that you were out here alone,” he whispered, b

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-05-01
  • My Mysterious Husband   1: I Do... to a Dog?

    My Mysterious HusbandThe church was stunning—of course it was. Chandeliers dripped crystal from high vaulted ceilings. Golden candlelight danced across the ivory columns, and white petals lined the aisle in painstaking spirals.Aria stood at the altar in her champagne-colored gown, her heart pounding for reasons that had nothing to do with love.“This is ridiculous,” she whispered through clenched teeth. “Is this a prank?”“No, ma’am,” the priest said solemnly, not even blinking. “Mr. Vale has approved all arrangements. Including the proxy.”She looked down again and stared at the puppy.A small, fluffy, absolutely ridiculous golden retriever puppy sat at the altar in a custom-tailored tuxedo, tongue lolling out in pure joy. His leash was held by a man in a suit too sharp to be real, possibly a butler. The dog sneezed adorably.Aria turned to her mother, who stood off to the side dabbing at her eyes with a handkerchief. “Mom. Seriously. A dog?” she complains.“It’s all symbolic, swee

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-18
  • My Mysterious Husband   2: A Day After Getting Married

    The sun spilled through the tall windows, soft and golden, casting a warm glow over the luxurious master bedroom. Aria stirred under the silk sheets, her lashes fluttering as she slowly woke from a sleep that felt more like a dream—or maybe a blur.She sat up abruptly.The other side of the bed was untouched. Crisp. Cold.Her brows knit together. He’s gone? She scanned the room. There’s no movement. No sound. Just the distant hum of morning outside the estate’s walls.She slid her legs over the edge of the bed, her feet touching the cool marble floor. A silk robe hung neatly on a nearby chair. She slipped into it as the weight of memory slowly pressed down on her shoulders.“Married. I’m actually married.” She unbelievably reminds herself.The memory of yesterday’s event lingers in her mind, heavy and unresolved. No matter how many times she turns over her husband's explanation about the proxy dog at their wedding, it just doesn’t sit right with her—she simply can’t bring herself to a

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-19

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  • My Mysterious Husband   35: Love turns the knife

    Lucien’s team had failed to uncover who was behind the attempt to harm his wife, but deep down, he was convinced it was Sophie. He firmly believed she was responsible."Once I find solid evidence against you, you'll answer to the authorities," he vowed, gripping the steering wheel tightly as he drove toward his wife.He hit the brakes after spotting her at a nearby bus stop, standing alone. Without hesitation, he jumped out of the car and rushed to her, wrapping her in his arms.“I’ve been so worried about you and our baby,” he murmured, his eyes drifting to her belly as he gently placed a hand on it. “Don’t worry, sweetheart. Daddy’s doing everything he can to keep both of you safe.”Aria smiled warmly at her husband’s tender gesture.As Lucien held Aria close, the warmth of her presence grounded him—if only for a moment. Her smile was a balm to his frayed nerves, but behind it, he saw the trace of fear she tried so hard to hide.“I hate that you were out here alone,” he whispered, b

  • My Mysterious Husband   34: Sophie's Deadly Pursuit

    Weeks had passed since Aria’s last encounter with Sophie, and ever since, her life had become a waking nightmare. Accidents that felt too deliberate. Faces in crowds that vanished when she turned. Doors left open that she was certain she had locked. Each day, the tension twisted tighter around her chest.She wasn’t imagining it.She knew Sophie was behind it all.One gray afternoon, the city pressed in around her, humming with its usual indifference. Aria walked briskly down a narrow street, trying to silence the gnawing feeling crawling up her spine. Then—Crash!Glass exploded beside her with a piercing shriek. A vase—large, heavy—had plummeted from the second-story window above. Shards scattered across the pavement. One fragment sliced her sleeve.Aria froze, breath caught in her throat, heart hammering.“Are you okay?!” a stranger shouted from across the street.She didn’t respond. Her eyes slowly lifted to the window above. Curtains swayed in the breeze. No face. But she knew.“S

  • My Mysterious Husband   33: Whispers in the mirror

    Lucien's gaze remained unwavering, locked firmly on the spot where Sophie stood. His eyes did not drift even for a moment, his focus intense and filled with a complex mix of emotions. "She's still there," he murmured softly, more to himself than to anyone else, "but I know she’ll leave soon." There was a tenderness in his voice—a gentle reassurance meant for his wife, Aria. Despite the presence of another woman, his heart was clearly aligned with the one beside him. In this moment, Lucien wasn’t just observing; he was choosing. Choosing to be sweet, to be present, to reaffirm his commitment to Aria by believing that Sophie’s chapter in their lives would soon come to a quiet end.Aria, sitting close to him, glanced toward Sophie as well. Doubt lingered in her expression, mingled with hope. “Are you sure?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. It carried the weight of silent prayers—wishes that Sophie would walk away for good and allow Aria the peace she longed for, the chance to

  • My Mysterious Husband   32: She watches

    “What are you doing here?” Aria gasped, her voice barely more than a whisper. The room felt colder all of a sudden, and her heart thudded in her chest as she stared at the figure in the doorway.Sophie.Aria instinctively took a step back, but Sophie moved forward, her expression unreadable. She walked slowly, deliberately, and took a seat beside Aria as if nothing were wrong.“I’m sick, Doc,” Sophie said softly, a faint smile playing on her lips. Her tone was light, almost playful—but it sent a chill down Aria’s spine.Aria’s mouth went dry. She tried to smile back, to keep the situation calm, but her lips wouldn't obey. “Sick?” she echoed cautiously. “Where... where do you feel sick?”Sophie didn’t answer right away. Instead, she leaned in closer, her eyes fixed on Aria’s face. Then, without warning, she raised her hands and placed them firmly on Aria’s neck.“I’m sick of you,” she said, her voice hard now, filled with venom.Aria gasped, instinctively trying to pull away. “No—Sophi

  • My Mysterious Husband   31: Running from Fear

    The sky had long since darkened, casting a shadowy veil over the city streets. Most establishments had already begun shutting their doors for the night, their lights dimming one by one, leaving the sidewalks colder and more deserted with each passing minute. A few stragglers rushed home, their footsteps hurried, eager to escape the growing stillness of the evening. Street lamps flickered to life along the roadside, their artificial glow casting pools of yellow light that offered little comfort. The world outside felt unfamiliar and unsettling, cloaked in uneasy silence broken only by distant traffic and hurried steps.Aria stepped out of the hospital doors with visible caution. Her hand instinctively rested on her belly, protective and tender, as though shielding the life growing within her from the darkness around. Each step she took became faster than the last, her pace no longer leisurely but tense and urgent. A chill settled in her bones—not just from the evening air but from a cr

  • My Mysterious Husband   30: Where the heart still waits

    The morning air was crisp, but it did little to cool the tight knot in Aria’s chest. Her fingers clutched Lucien’s arm as they walked down the sidewalk, the hospital’s entrance looming ahead. She kept glancing behind them, her eyes scanning every passing face, every shifting shadow.“We need to be careful with your stalker, Sophie,” she said, her voice low and tense. “If we’re not… you might end up more hurt than she was last time.”Lucien stopped and turned to face her. Aria’s eyes were wide—haunted, even. He knew that look. She’d worn it since the incident. Since Sophie.Aria wrapped her arms around herself. “I know she’s not here now, but I keep feeling like she’s watching us. Like she’s waiting. I don’t want to see her again, Lucien. I can’t.”He gently cupped her face, forcing her to meet his gaze. “I’ll do everything I can to keep you safe from whatever she’s planning,” he said firmly. “No matter what.”She nodded, though the fear in her eyes didn’t fade. Lucien held her close f

  • My Mysterious Husband   29: In her Head

    Sophie’s mom stood in the doorway, arms folded tight across her chest. She’d been watching her daughter for several minutes now, silently tracking every frantic step Sophie took across the living room carpet. It was like watching a storm build—tense, unpredictable, exhausting to witness.Finally, she couldn’t hold back anymore. “Sweetheart,” she said softly, trying to keep her voice steady, “what’s going on with you? Is something wrong?”Sophie froze mid-step, her hands balled into fists at her sides. “I… I think Lucien’s in pain,” she said, but it came out all jagged, like she’d been holding it in for too long.Her mother blinked. That wasn’t what she was expecting. “In pain? Why would you think that? He looked fine when I last saw him—actually, better than fine.” She patted the couch cushion next to her. “Come here. Let’s sit down and talk this out.”But Sophie just shook her head and backed away, her whole body tight like a stretched rubber band. “No, Mom. He’s not okay.” Her voice

  • My Mysterious Husband   28: Sweet Conversation

    Aria and her husband, Lucien, sat together in a calm, quiet moment on the couch, the soft rustling of the nearby curtains the only sound in the room besides their own breathing. Aria was gently tending to a fresh wound on Lucien's arm, her expression focused and filled with concern. Carefully, she dabbed at the injury with a piece of cotton soaked in antiseptic."Ah—ouch... that really hurts," Lucien winced for the second time, his voice tinged with both pain and frustration.Without pausing her careful work, Aria responded with a calm but slightly amused tone, “Lucien, this cut isn’t as deep as you think it is. It looks worse than it actually is.” She continued to press the cotton softly against the injured area, trying to stanch the blood that still trickled from the wound.Lucien flinched slightly and looked at her with furrowed brows. “Please be careful,” he said, his voice softer now, both out of love and a touch of discomfort.Aria glanced up at him briefly, her eyes narrowing w

  • My Mysterious Husband   27: Gentle Husband's Care

    Lucien had become a softer, more devoted man, pouring his love into every little thing he did for Aria. He tended to her with quiet care—preparing her meals, doing the laundry, and making sure her every need was met. With him by her side, life felt effortless, wrapped in the warmth of his steady presence. Each morning, he rose before the sun, visiting the market to gather the freshest ingredients. He cooked with love, crafting wholesome meals and nourishing drinks to keep both Aria and their growing baby healthy and strong.“Good morning, my love,” he whispered, brushing a tender kiss across her forehead. “Breakfast is ready.”She slowly opened her heavy eyes, blinking up at her husband with a soft, sleepy smile that hinted at the peace she felt in his presence. “Good morning,” she murmured, sitting up in bed and wrapping her arms around him in a warm, lingering embrace. “Thank you for being such a wonderful father to our child.”Lucien’s eyes softened as he returned the hug. “It’s th

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