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 feeling of fear gnawing at Ailee's body, the girl had not even looked back anymore and continued to run through the deserted narrow alley, ignoring the gravel that occasionally hurt her bare feet or the night wind that greeted her porcelain skin.Ailee was really running with all her might, not caring about her weakened limbs, her messy dress, and the soles of her feet that were starting to get sore."Damn bitch!" The shout of the man behind Ailee made the girl speed up her running even more while occasionally sobbing.On the other hand, in a place not far from the alley where Ailee was fleeing, a pale-skinned man was seen pointing a gun at the forehead of a man who was kneeling in fear before him."S-sir ... I'm ...."Unconcerned about the trembling voice of the man before him, the pale-skinned man had already pulled the trigger casually. Blood splatters began to stain the pale-skinned man's handsome face.The deafening sound of gunfire reached Ailee's sense of hearing, the girl
"You think that by begging like that, then everything is done?" Aaron stared intently at Ailee. The only expression of Aaron's that Ailee caught was the anger that radiated clearly from his cold eyes.Aaron's face came closer, the skin of his cheek almost touching Ailee's cheek. "I'm not that generous," Aaron whispered right in Ailee's ear.The next second, Aaron had already moved his face away from Ailee. Ailee felt like her heart was about to explode."I only touched your chin and head and you're already crying," Aaron teased, "what would happen if I touched your whole body?" he continued, his eyes wildly roaming Ailee's fragile body that was only covered by a knee-length baby blue dress with one of the shoulder straps torn and almost exposing her chest.The dress Ailee was wearing was the same dress that the girl Aaron saw at the club was wearing, the girl Aaron saw was part of the group of illegal businessmen who dared to play with him tonight. Yes, the bitch that was deliberately
"Zoe Ailee." Aaron carefully read the two words displayed on the tablet screen in front of him, under the name, Aaron could see a photo of the girl he slept with last night striking a sweet yet sexy pose at the same time with the cream dress she was wearing.Yes, Ailee was a singer under Gloss Entertainment, a fairly prominent entertainment agency in the country. Unfortunately, the name Zoe Ailee is not well known to many people, some people think that Ailee is an unsellable and unfamous singer.Aaron doesn't know, but the girl can look elegant but sometimes looks menacing too. Interesting."So her real name is Ailee Elysia," Aaron muttered softly, after he finished reading Ailee's bio that Edric presented.Edric, the tan—skinned man who was Aaron's confidant was already nodding in response. "Zoe is her stage name.""Are you sure she's not the girl who was with Daran Cam?" Aaron asked.Edric nodded. "She came to meet Simon, the CEO of Gloss Entertainment.""Isn't that the agency the g
Sunny was so frustrated. Ailee didn't even recognize the man who'd fucked her, and it was even more unbelievable when Ailee said that afterward she'd been in her room with foreign pajamas clinging to her body.But, seeing how messed up Ailee was made Sunny try to believe her."Alright, we'll take care of that damn man later, leave Leyna to me. But what about your dealings with Simon? You hurt his shoulder." Sunny reminded.Ailee looked down sadly. "He definitely won't renew my contract.""Hey! That's not what I meant. What if he sues you for injuring his shoulder?""I'll just have to testify that it was in self-defense because he tried to harass me," Ailee replied. It honestly didn't matter if she had to deal with Mr. Simon in court, since she was innocent, the only risk was that she would never set foot in showbiz again.Honestly, being a singer is Ailee's dream since childhood, as a girl who grew up in an orphanage, having a dream is a luxury for her, she has successfully entered th
"Her name is Tifanny Rhianna." Edric whispered in Aaron's ear as the two stared at a shoulder-length haired girl who was chatting with Mrs. Lia Louvin-Watcher in Aaron's pack as well as Aaron's foster mother in the human world.Aaron is currently at a meeting that contains important people from various well-known companies. This activity is routinely carried out, in addition to checking the development of rival companies, here they can also start connections with each other."Ah, it's Aaron." Edric and Aaron could hear Mrs. Louvin's voice saying to Tifanny while pointing at Aaron who was standing not far from them.Aaron did not show any expression, he just looked at the two beautiful women with a flat gaze. Without even being told, Aaron already knew that the woman with his adoptive mother was the woman who would become his mate.Tifanny smiled slightly as Mrs. Louvin brought her closer to Aaron. "This is Tifanny," Mrs. Louvin said, "well... this is Aaron," she continued.Tifanny's f
"This is impossible." Ailee kept muttering that phrase all the way home from the clinic. Don't think Sunny wasn't shocked, she was just as shocked as Ailee, but she had to keep a cool head, especially when she was driving like this. "We're lucky that the doctor is an acquaintance of mine and she's willing to keep your pregnancy a secret," Sunny muttered as she tried to focus on the road ahead. "Now tell me, who was that guy? Who's the jerk who got you pregnant?" she continued half-angrily. Ailee could only stare at the road through the window of the car beside her blankly, as if she didn't care about Sunny's nagging, her brain kept telling her that 'it's impossible', or 'there's no way I'm pregnant'. Ailee felt like she was still dreaming, if she could hope, she wanted to wake up from this nightmare soon. No pregnancy, no sleeping with Aaron, no attempted harassment from Mr. Simon, just her standing on stage and singing to the music and applause of the audience. "Ailee?!" Ailee ga
Perfect. The car Sunny was driving suddenly broke down and the sky suddenly rained, thunder could even be heard crashing against each other, on the day Ailee was confirmed pregnant. It really was the most perfect day to ruin her life."I called for a towing service, but none of the online taxis would take my order," Sunny said as he looked at Ailee who was silent and pale.Sunny couldn't help but feel sorry for Ailee, who would have thought that the man she knew so well on television was the man who had impregnated her friend?"Didn't you use contraceptives when you did it?" Sunny asked suddenly.But Ailee's gaze, which was like a sword ready to be drawn, made Sunny reflexively shake her head. "Okay, I'm not going to talk about it anymore," Sunny said as she refocused on her phone.Sunny searched for an online taxi service again, but no one wanted to take her order.At that moment, a thunderclap suddenly sounded, causing both Ailee and Sunny
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