"You're annoying!"
Ailee winced when she heard Sunny's voice. That girl must have been really annoyed with her to call her Zoe, aka her stage name.
"Why?" Ailee, who was just about to enter the elevator to reach her flat, immediately fell silent, her head trying to read the situation.
"I said I'd catch up with you at the orphanage, why are you forbidding me? I know I just got hired at another agency, but that doesn't keep me very busy, I can still pick you up," Sunny complained.
"Huh?" Ailee was confused now, her fault for not reading the chat on her phone in detail.
Sunny was just about to speak up, but Ailee opened her mouth first, "You got hired at another agency?"
Sunny nodded. "I told you in the chat, it's very strange, that agency never accepted applications from just anyone before. Before Gloss Entertainment, I tried to apply there but they never contacted me at all."
"What agency is that?" asked Ailee finally.
"Mint Ent
A few days after Ailee returned to her flat, news of the wedding plans of Aaron, the owner of Ardolph Group, and Tifanny Rhianna, an Interior Designer who was at the peak of her career, continued to be reported everywhere.Television, social media, even foreign media did not fail to cover the news. Aaron received congratulations from everywhere. However, the man was not the type of person who would be moved by such congratulations. For Aaron over the past few days, everyone has been so noisy."I can't keep track of her whereabouts." Edric's voice delivering the report on Aaron's orders, made Aaron who was sitting at his desk, look up."It's not like you, it's not that hard to find that girl with all your skills," Aaron said, clearly dissatisfied with Edric's work."I'm sorry, but... Miss Zoe is like being swallowed by the earth, I can't find her," said Edric with a calm face, he didn't mind if Aaron would scold him because he had used all his strength to
Ailee tried to think positively, even though there was no one living in the area, no cell phones, no internet, but Ailee could live quietly there.Just like today. As the media covered Aaron and Tifanny's lavish wedding, Ailee didn't bother to look. Let alone seeing it, not even hearing the rumors. Ailee was really only focused on her pregnancy.While Aaron and Tifanny had their wedding, Ailee focused on her new activity, which was gardening in the yard of her new house.Time went by quickly. While Aaron and Tifanny were living in their new home, Ailee was focused on practicing yoga to ease her labor.While Aaron was busy with his work, Ailee was also busy doing her routine. It kept repeating until Ailee's belly grew bigger. This will already be the 9th month of Ailee's pregnancy."How are you?"Ailee, who was harvesting tomatoes, turned to the source of the voice. Mrs. Liana was standing not far from Ailee's place with a friendly smile.
Ailee was seen lying weakly on a simple wooden cot, her face pale but full of happiness. Beside her, three newborn twins wrapped in a thin cloth, still red and small, cried weakly in their mother's lap. The simple wooden house by the lake was quiet, accompanied only by the sound of gurgling water and the gentle breeze blowing in from the open windows.That's right, Ailee had just gone through a grueling labor, without the aid of modern medical equipment, assisted only by a middle-aged woman who was none other than the experienced and gentle Mrs. Lyana. Mrs. Lyana looked calm, sitting beside the cot while cleaning her hands and watching the three newborns with great care. Sweat was still pouring down her forehead, the result of her hard labor."They're small and beautiful, you've worked hard," Mrs. Lyana said as she looked at Ailee who was still faithfully gazing at her babies.Ailee smiled weakly, the peaceful faces of her three children making her forget the pain she felt just moment
That afternoon, the sun began to lean to the west, its rays shining on the glass surface of the magnificent new building, creating a sparkle that bounced all around. It stood tall amidst the bustling city, a symbol of the success that Aaron Alison Louvin and his company, Ardolph Corp, had just realized. However, amidst the cameras and the crowd of journalists gathered to cover the inauguration, Aaron felt as if he was trapped in a void.Yes, it's been 5 years and he has yet to find Ailee. Crazy! Aaron admitted that he was crazy. The image of Ailee's face never left his mind, even getting clearer every day. Aaron doesn't understand, he's never been like this especially just because of a woman. But, Edric's words made him realize; 'as a werewolf we should realize one thing, namely the presence of a mate, even though it has been considered a myth by the werewolf nation itself, but I believe it is real, maybe Ailee is the mate destined by the Moon Goddess for you.'Aaron did not deny that
The sun began to set, dipping its light between the trees surrounding Ailee's modest home. The sound of her three children's joyful laughter filled the warm air, mingling with the aroma of soup wafting from the kitchen. Ailee stood at the small kitchen table, stirring the soup while occasionally glancing toward the window, making sure her children were playing safely.In the front yard, Loudy, Lowly, and Lucille were playing. The three five-year-old twins looked happy, despite their different personalities. Loudy, with a serious face, was always trying to organize the game. Lowly, who is quiet, observes and obeys all her brother's instructions. Meanwhile, the cheerful Lucille sat separately at the edge of the yard, petting a small sheep she called Berry, her favorite pet. Yes, that was the pet Mrs. Lyana had given the triplets, there were supposed to be two other sheep but they were already in the stable.Inside the house, Ailee continued to watch her children from behind the window.
That morning, Ailee stood in the kitchen of their lakeside log house, looking out the window while holding a spatula. The pancakes on the griddle were beginning to release a sweet aroma, but her mind was far from the food she was cooking. In the dining room, she could hear the cheerful laughter of Loudy, Lowly, and Lucille, her three twins who always seemed energized, even though it was very early in the morning.However, their laughter was unable to dispel the worry that gripped Ailee. Last night's incident was still fresh in her mind, when her youngest-Lucille-had gone missing in the forest near the house. The image of Lucille's pale face amidst the dark trees was still vivid in her mind. When she found her, her body was shaking violently, and Ailee was almost certain that her daughter would turn into a wolf, just as Loudy had. She could not ignore the fact that her children were different. Ailee was sure there was nothing wrong with her, but she didn't know about Aaron's blood flow
The sky had just turned gray, but the calmness of the morning did not feel the same to Ailee. She didn't expect her children to disappear while she was preparing breakfast, she had searched all over the place; the yard, the edge of the forest that stretched behind, even to the small lake in front of their house, but her three twins-Loudy, Lowly, and Lucille-were nowhere to be seen.With her breath catching and cold sweat pouring down her face, Ailee stepped back, standing in the middle of the quiet yard. Her fingers clenched tightly at her sides, trying to hold back the tremors in her hands. The eyes that had been sparkling that morning now slowly glazed over, imagining all the possibilities that could happen to her children."Loudy! Lowly! Lucille!" Ailee's voice broke the silence, echoing throughout the yard, flowing through the trees and through the forest.But there was only silence. Even the morning breeze seemed to laugh at her fears, exacerbating her anxiety. Her face was pale,
The Ardolph Corp office was silent as Edric approached Aaron's desk, his face serious, without a trace of a smile. He paused in front of the Alpha's desk, then gave Aaron a meaningful look."Mr. Aaron, I found traces of Miss Zoe Ailee," he reported in a calm yet firm voice.Aaron, who was examining the documents in his hands, stopped what he was doing and looked up at Edric. His eyes were sharp, but the look on his face seemed to change little by little. Yes, after last night he assigned Edric to find out what happened, he finally came to fruition, his hunch last night was not wrong, something must have happened."Can you confirm?" he asked briefly, his tone cold, cautious.Edric nodded. "Miss Zoe activated her old cell phone after a long time. I tracked her signal, and her current position is in the city center."Aaron was silent for a moment, taking a deep breath. His face turned into an unreadable mask, but in his eyes was a spark of emotion that was difficult to hide. Without sayi
That morning, as usual, Ailee woke up early. The air around the lake was fresh, a light dew still on the grass. She walked into the kitchen, preparing a simple breakfast for herself and her three children-Loudy, Lowly, and Lucille. The aroma of toast filled the small room, blending with the sound of birds chirping in the background of their daily lives.The three children sat at the dining table enthusiastically, as usual. Lucille, the most cheerful among them, started the conversation."Mama, are we going to the forest again today?"Ailee smiled, though her heart was a little wary. The forest was her children's favorite place, but she never let them go unsupervised."You can, but later, when Mama's work is done. You should also stay close to home. Don't go too far," she said gently.The three of them nodded in unison. Loudy, who always felt she was more mature, added, "We promise, Ma. We'll take care of each other."Ailee looked at them with mixed feelings. The fear that had haunted
The morning sun broke through the large curtains in the dining room of Aaron and Tifanny's residence. The smell of fresh coffee and toast filled the air, but the usual cold atmosphere surrounding the house remained unchanged. Tifanny sat quietly in a chair, sipping coffee as she stared at her phone screen. Her expression was calm, but her mind was in turmoil.For the past few days, she had begun to smell something strange from Aaron. The man left the house more often with the excuse of work or sudden meetings. Although Aaron was a man known for being very busy, there was something different this time - like he was on a secret mission."Zoe Ailee," Tifanny muttered softly, remembering the name. She knew the name had something to do with Aaron's past, but how deep the connection was, she couldn't be sure.She realized that Aaron would never speak honestly to her. Instead, Tifanny relied on the spies she secretly hired to dig up information. She felt this was the only way to find out the
Dusk began to fall by the lake. The small wooden house where Ailee was hiding looked peaceful from the outside, but inside, the owner's mood was far from calm. Ailee was busy in the kitchen preparing a simple dinner while occasionally glancing at the triplets playing happily in the living room.After last night's incident at the orphanage, she felt a little relieved to be back home, but fear still gripped her heart. She had installed the CCTVs given to her by Mrs. Lyana in several corners of the house, but she knew it wouldn't be enough if Aaron really came looking for her.While Ailee was still deep in thought, a knock on the front door startled her. The triplets turned their heads in unison, then resumed their game."Mommy, who is it?" one of them asked in an innocent voice.Ailee wiped her wet hands with a cloth before answering. "Mommy will see. You guys stay here, okay?"She walked to the door carefully, opening the door just a little to make sure who was coming. Mrs. Lyana's fac
As previously planned, Aaron intended to come to the orphanage and ask Edric to postpone his entire schedule for the day. However, he unexpectedly met Aland there instead."Who are you looking for?" Aaron asked with a sharp gaze."It's none of your business" Aland answered Aaron's question, he tried to remain calm even though he felt tremendous pressure from the man in front of him.Aaron smiled a little, but there was no warmth in that smile. "Everything that happens here is my business," he said in an intimidating tone.Aland felt his chest tighten, but he didn't want to back down. "That sounds ridiculous," he said finally.But that didn't change Aaron's expression one bit. Although Aland didn't say it directly, but Aaron's hunch was very strong, the man must have come with the same purpose as him; looking for Ailee.Aaron approached, and the sound of his footsteps on the ground sounded heavy and intimidating. "I suggest you stop playing around. I don't have much patience for nonsen
That morning, Aland Rexton sat in his spacious living room, his fingers tapping on the wooden table in an erratic rhythm. Thoughts of Ailee continued to haunt his mind. It had been a week since their meeting in the city center, but the feelings he had been suppressing were rekindled. He knew that if he didn't act now, he might never be able to forgive himself. His gaze falls on the cell phone on the table. He stares at the number of Hana, his manager, as if he is holding something. After finishing his cup of cold morning coffee, Aland finally pressed the speed dial button. He calls Hana, his long-time manager. "Hana," he said when she answered in a formal tone, "I need a favor." "What is it, Aland?" Hana sounded wary. "I need you to contact Sunny," Aland said directly. "Didn't you say you were friends?" Hana was silent for a moment. "Yes, we've worked together a few times. But why do you want me to contact her? Is it about work?" "No," Aland replied quietly, his voice lowered. "F
That night, Aaron Alison Louvin's mansion was shrouded in silence. Only the faint sound of servants' steps could be heard downstairs. In the dining room, Tifanny sat at the long table, waiting with a flat expression but her eyes showing hidden emotions.The main door opened, and Aaron's heavy steps could be heard approaching. The man entered the dining room with a domineering cold aura, his face expressionless yet full of authority. He took his place at the end of the table, not saying a word."How was your meeting with your father?" Tifanny finally asked, her voice sounding flat yet firm.Aaron did not answer immediately. He took the glass of water that the waiter had prepared, sipping it slowly while turning his eyes to the corner of the room. Tifanny tapped her finger on the table, annoyed with Aaron's usual attitude, showing no interest in explaining anything."I'm talking to you, Aaron," Tifanny insisted, her tone rising."What do you want to hear?" Aaron finally opened his mouth
The large room was filled with dark wood ornaments and antique furniture that reflected the glory of the Reynard clan. The air inside was chilly, even though the morning sun was shining brightly outside. At one corner of the long table, Aaron sat with his body erect, his stern face looking emotionless. Although he was known as a dominant and authoritative Alpha, this time the situation was different. In front of him sat Mr. Reynard, his father, a man with a large build and piercing eyes that could subdue anyone with just a look.Mr. Reynard poured himself a cup of tea, then leaned back in the chair with a gesture of authority. "You've missed quite a bit of time, Aaron. Five years of marriage, and you still have no children," he said, his voice heavy and stressed.Aaron didn't answer directly. He just stared at the cup in his hand, swirling a bit of barely touched tea."I did not force you to marry Tifanny just to be a ceremonial couple," Mr. Reynard continued. "I wanted a successor. A
The gentle breeze from the lake caressed Ailee's face as she looked at her small house that stood quietly at the edge of the forest. The house was simple, yet it had been a safe haven for her and her three children for the past few years. The fresh scent of the forest mixed with the moisture of the lake always made her feel at ease, but today, that relief was still overshadowed by worry."Mommy, when can we go to the orphanage again?" Lucille's cheerful voice broke Ailee's reverie. The little girl looked at her mother with sparkling eyes, the typical expression of a curious five-year-old."Yes, Mommy! It's really fun there! I like playing with Dario," Loudy continued enthusiastically, her hand grasping Ailee's arm tightly."I also want to stay again, Mommy!" Lowly added in a low voice but no less enthusiastic than her two twin sisters.Ailee smiled gently, though her heart was still a little heavy remembering last night. "That's fine, but you have to promise Mother. Don't play far awa
At the perfectly arranged dining table, the morning light infiltrated gently from behind the curtains. However, the warmth of the sunlight could not penetrate the cold aura of Aaron who sat at the end of the table with an unreadable expression. His gaze was sharp, his body perfectly erect, and his posture exuded undeniable authority. He busied himself with reading files on his cell phone, as if there was no one in the room but him.Tifanny sat across from her husband, trying to keep her face calm even as irritation began to overcome her. Throughout their five years of marriage, Aaron's coldness had always managed to make her feel small. But this time, Tifanny was determined not to lose."Aaron," she said, her voice firm but slightly trembling. She looked at Aaron who only raised an eyebrow, barely showing the slightest interest in responding."What's wrong?" Aaron replied briefly, still not looking at her. The way he spoke was so cold and straightforward, making anyone who heard him f