Chapter 10: Liara Visits Without PermissionHanna was in her room, having carried the heavy boxes of products they had sent all by herself. She wasn’t the least bit sad, though she was anxious. She wanted to know what her benefits would be and what she could do. After changing into one of the fine silk nightgowns that seemed to caress her body, she sat comfortably in front of the vanity, brushing her hair and thinking. In front of her were all the products she had brought from the pharmacy.“Well... I need to practice a little, right? If they believe in these things, I should do my best so they don’t find out the truth,” she murmured ironically, starting to apply things to her face. In a few minutes, she managed to make it all look naturally pink, purple, gooey, and repulsive. She laughed euphorically, seeming a bit mad with the result, until someone knocked on her door.“Heavens...” she murmured, startled, looking at the door with apprehension. “Are there ghosts here?” she asked herse
Chapter 11: Who is the Man I Married?After thinking, Hanna stood up with mockery and an ironic smile."Madam... how can I make a deal with a woman who came here already insulting my mother, a woman who has already passed away, and mocking her disability as if you were so much better? As I said, inside you are rotten and bitter. I would never make a deal with a woman like you. I don't need to bring anyone down, after all... as you said, I am married to an important man. If I want money, it won't be so difficult since they are billionaires. So, I have to know the limits of my greed and know what I have in my hands and use it. And for you, I only wish a little compassion for yourself. You look awful! And you still think you have the right to talk about me!""The only one who stinks here is you, and you will soon know hell.""Yes, yes! I'll meet you there then because there's no other place for you either!" Hanna asserted, approaching her to push her out, but Liara recoiled from her touch
Chapter. 12: The Suspicious HousekeeperThe housekeeper Lory, with cautious steps, continued exploring the room, her keen eyes scanning every corner. Every medication, every wardrobe drawer was meticulously examined. A sense of unease hung in the air."Something is very wrong here," she thought, frowning. "None of these medications are what Halana used to treat her condition. In fact, some of them could be problematic for such sensitive and delicate skin."Confusion gripped Lory. She proceeded to the bathroom, where she found a new bandage still in its packaging. It was like a puzzle with pieces that didn't fit, a mystery she was trying to unravel.Not finding Hanna in the room, Lory descended the stairs, guided by the appetizing aroma of something cooking. Her suspicions were confirmed when she found the girl in the kitchen, her back turned, humming while stirring a steaming pot.Lory sat silently, observing Hanna intently. The girl, unaware of the housekeeper's presence, seemed compl
Chapter 13: The Housekeeper Lory's PersistenceLory made her way to Morgan's office. Before entering, she knocked on the door and was greeted by him, who seemed to be on his way out."Where are you going? To see your wife?" she asked with a sarcastic tone."Why would I see her?" Morgan questioned as he walked down the hallway, with Lory trying to keep up with his pace."Because she's your wife! Why don't you try to get along?""Lory, we're not going to have this conversation here. Besides, I have no reason to relate to that kind of woman. After all, we have different interests.""But at the very least, you should treat her better! There are no servants in that annex, she can't take care of everything by herself!" Lory asserted, reprimanding him.Morgan sighed heavily and extended his hand to Lory."Come! I have to leave for something important now. I received some good news. We can talk in the car. I’d like to show you something," he announced, leading Lory with him to the car."Alrigh
Chapter 14: The Boy in a Coma.“What are we doing here?” Lory asked, confused.“Do you remember the rare disease that Halana, Hanna’s mother, had? Of course you do. I found it interesting to research this because the lifespan of someone with it is drastically reduced due to rapid cell aging. The doctor who helps me with the research discovered a formula that might help treat this problem, and in this hospital, there’s a boy in a coma who has the same disease as Halana.”“I didn’t know it was possible to find someone with the same disease so easily.”“It’s very difficult. Apart from Hanna Ortiz, there’s no one else but this boy who’s in a coma. However, I don’t want to treat Hanna Ortiz. Not now. That disease seems like a punishment for her.”“Heavens... Why are you being so harsh, a man usually so kind!” Lory asserted, stunned, as they approached an observation room. She could see the small child connected to various machines.“Who is he?” Lory asked, unable to even blink.“The boy cho
Chapter 15: The True Face of HannaMorgan and his housekeeper, Lory, return to the mansion, the air thick with a peculiar expectation. Morgan, with a restless mind, questions Lory."Are you thinking of staying in that annex with her?""No, I believe that even though she is alone and isolated, she won't want anyone snooping around what she's doing." Lory, pondering the situation, responded with an enigmatic tone."What do you mean?" Morgan asked, confused by the evasive answer."It's nothing much. I'll visit her again tomorrow, and we'll keep it to short visits. After all... as you say, she's the kind of woman no one would want to be around."Lory's words hang in the air, fueling Morgan's curiosity.Hanna, meanwhile, had already taken a bath, done her nightly skincare routine, and was ready to sleep once again. She appreciated those fine and soft pieces of clothing, yet she was still restless. She paced back and forth in her room, eyes fixed on the phone screen, as if waiting for some m
Chapter 16: News That Leaves Hanna No Way Out"Maybe it's not a subject I should touch on, after all, it's a dark past for Morgan, but both he and you have your own pains. That's why I think you should deal with each other better. Besides, you're married, why not try?" suggested Lory. However, Hanna shrugged, unwilling to respond. Lory smiled ironically, staring at her. "You think he's handsome, right?" she asked calmly."I never said he was ugly, but what's the point of being handsome and successful if he's a bitter man inside?" grumbled Hanna, sitting at the table.Lory sighed in annoyance, running her hands through her hair while watching Hanna nibble on an apple, ignoring her."Can I take care of your hair, like I did with your mother? They sent good hair products here. Even though you're confined, I can take care of you and make you prettier," suggested Lory after breakfast."You think with this face I can be pretty?" asked Hanna mockingly."You're fooling everyone, but not me, Ha
Chapter 17: A Corpse Bride Goes to Visit Her HusbandHanna waited in the living room, impatiently pacing back and forth. In less than ten minutes, Lory was back."I'm sorry..." she whispered anxiously, handing Hanna the crumpled paper."What did he say?" Hanna asked, stunned."You will only see any money from the Farrugias after three years of marriage," Lory reported, unable to look Hanna in the eye.The girl collapsed onto the sofa, stunned, as she processed what she had just heard. Her lips trembled, and her eyes expressed her rage."That bastard! That's why I hate him so much!" she asserted, clenching her fists tightly and gritting her teeth. "I hate this whole family!" she shouted, running up the stairs and locking herself in her room.Despite Morgan's response, she would not give up. She realized that she wouldn't solve anything with the housekeeper, so she had an idea that made her a little excited.She went to the kitchen and started preparing something special. It would be qui