..*..*..*..*...Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain but it's too hard to bear... HealthyPlace.com...... Emily POV:Emily's heart raced as she saw their disappearing figure until they entered his bedroom, before entering Sasha flashed a cocky smile at her. Her breaths shallow and quick, the oppressive silence of the house seemed to amplify the sound of her own footsteps. Every creak of the floorboards felt like a gunshot in the stillness of the night.This scene is enough to make her entire body to turn paralyzed, as she slid down to ground. It was as if the air had been sucked out of the room, leaving her gasping for breath. Her muscles tensed, her heart pounding loudly.Emily's heart skipped a beat as she heard the echoing of sarcastic smiles reverberating through the hall. Her senses went on high alert, every nerve t
..*..*..*..*...Mr. Jung Gii was at that point collaborating with Axel, and prepared with all his circumstances regardless of its legitimate or unlawful. In all these years he didn't received much appreciations what he deserves then what is the point to stay or loyal with this company, Mr. Stefano never in life showed respect him, now when he had got chance to make this much wealth then fuck Stefano and fuck his company.Axel was at that point at the Rossi Enterprise examining a few significant issues about the task with the board member, board members were already embarrassed of this situation, his secretary Mr. Sun tried numerous times to contact Steve but no one picked the calls. Axel came to complete the remaining works which was abandoned before in light of their improper shameless acts.After some time front entryway opened wide, Stefano, wearing a dark suit by Pluto which covered his white shirt tucked inside looking like absolutely supervisor went into the lobby following by E
..*..*..*..*...Author Pov:While heading to back home Emilly went to get a few everyday food items and flavors, she was carrying a large basket filled with vegetables or many other necessity, and out of nowhere somebody taped her shoulder from the behind making me wince, as she turned around and witnessed to a beautiful dimpled smile, he was none other than Liam, her brother. Seeing him after such a long term, it warmed her heart; she kept the basket on the floor and give him a warm embrace.Liam carried all the stuff and soon we were seated at some nearby spot, As they settled in, he couldn't help but cast a concerned gaze over Emily, taking in her appearance with a critical eye.From head to toe, he examined her, noting the significant weight loss. Emily appeared far too pale and thin, her once vibrant eyes now dulled. The sight tugged at Liam's heartstrings, filling him with a sense of sadness at the toll the recent events had taken on her. Despite his best efforts to remain compo
..*..*..*...Emily's peaceful slumber was abruptly shattered by the intrusive sound of her alarm clock. Groaning softly, she tried to shake off the remnants of sleep, but her mind felt muddled, as if shrouded in a fog, why wouldn’t be she consumed three pills.Blinking away the haze, Emily noticed uncomfortable warmth enveloping her body beneath the blankets. She tossed and turned, attempting to find a cooler spot, when her gaze suddenly landed on something unexpected.There, lying beside her, was a figure she couldn't quite comprehend at first. His face, framed by tousled hair, seemed too real to be part of her waking world. For a fleeting moment, she wondered if she was still trapped within the confines of a dream.But then he stirred, Panic surged through her veins like an electric shock, jolting her awake with a sudden intensity. With a gasp, she sat up in bed, the duvet slipping off her shoulders in her haste. And there he was, his upper body exposed and vulnerable in the dim lig
..*..*..*...Steve Pov:" Plea..se I'm sorry, st..stop please, please it hurts....." – but he kept going inside her with his inhuman speed."I can't.....bear now.." breathing heavily, her painful tears didn't stop, soon she lost her conciseness.The sound of her sobbing pulled him back to the present moment, sweat dripping from his forehead as his breathing got rapid. His heart pounded in his chest as he tried to make sense of his surroundings. The room was dimly lit, he struggled to focus and finally the familiarity of the room set in.It was nightmare, indeed it's an awful dream yet he did this couple of hours back with her, that monstrous behavior, he ruffled his damp sweaty hair.A click sound took his attention away, Caleb came and took a sit beside him as Steve hide his face in his palm feeling shame, that last night he was not only forced her but raised hand on her, how can he go this low? His Robert was not working the second he saw those news on all over the television, he l
..*..*..*..*...Emily was doing the dishes, she was trying to pass the time, it's been 45 min. Steve didn't come to downstairs, it’s good news for her, she calmed herself thinking he had fallen asleep. After she has done, she wiped her hand on the towel and turned, a gasp escaped from her lips seeing him in front of her, she had no idea when he came, in fact few min. ago she checked he wasn't there.Steve stroked her cheek " What happened baby, are you trying to ignore me?" he teased her, Trying to covering up her failed deed she instantly shook her head as 'No',“ I wa..was goi..." she stammered, her voice barely above a whisper. She struggled to find her words"SShhh....don't lie." Steve calmly replied,Emily's breath caught in her throat as Steve's finger pressed gently against her lips, silencing her words. His calm demeanor sent a chill down her spine, and she felt a knot of fear tighten in the pit of her stomach. "Have I ever laid to you, baby? When I promised to you I will ma
..*..*..*..*...After everything has done with the project agreement Steve and Axel finally had deal 50 billion dollar project, In fact this was the collaboration of another huge multipurpose company, it's the first step.But Axel was planning a big surprise for Steve, this deal was a biggest deal of his life as he spent 60 % of his share on this , if anyhow he failed at this project he will be bankrupted." So, finally we officially got this project, this is the huge success, and this time we definitely celebrate our success." Mr. Jung Gii excitedly proposed.Everyone agreed at his proposal, and Jung Gii knew he became an important person to Axel after all he had accepted huge sum in exchange of secret information of Rossi Enterprise.Giving a mischievous smile Axel spoke, ”Definitely, after all we are now business partner, so, today's party at mine place. What you say Mr. Stefano Rossi and even we can have better talk in person right Mrs. Emily."Emily's breathing hitched hearing Al
..*..*..*...*...Drying her hair Emily entered her bedroom, looking at herself in the mirror only to found a broken-lifeless soul who was standing, her eyes lost its brightness she was looking so much pale, she lost too much weight.How had she allowed herself to become this broken, lifeless soul staring back at her from the mirror? – Her mind asked.Giving a sad smile she turned around and found a beautiful red long dress was lying on the bed, with so much curiosity she walked near it, touched the dress it's feels like rose soft Patel, Beside the dress, a card lay elegantly placed on dress,"Wear this beautiful expensive dress, as you can't effort this much later...." As she read the words, a pang of sadness mingled with gratitude washed over her.She reached out to touch the exquisite red dress that lay gracefully on her bed. The fabric felt luxurious beneath her fingertips, smooth and soft like petals of a rose, “I really can’t effort this?”- She whispered to herself.Leaving the c
Epilouge.Ally felt herself losing control as Rican's hands roamed over her body, his touch setting her nerves on fire. His fingers brushed against her sensitive skin, teasing her as his hands moved to her breasts, kneading and pinching her hardened nipples. The slippery soap on her body made his movements smoother.Her lips parted as his mouth claimed hers in a heated kiss, his tongue dominating the moment as it explored her fully. She surrendered, her fingers gripping his damp hair, pulling him closer. The intensity of the kiss left her breathless, and her body quivered under his touch.Without breaking the connection, Rican reached for the shower handle, turning on the water. The warm stream cascaded over them, rinsing away the soap and making Ally’s skin glisten under the soft glow of the bathroom lights. The sight of her body, glowing and wet, made Rican's gaze darken with desire.“God, you’re breathtaking,” he muttered, his voice thick with want as his eyes roamed over
..Ally was scrolling her phone, a smile on her lips, it’s didn’t waiver for a second, as she was seeing the pictures of their marriage, she looked like a penguin and why not, she was almost five months pregnant when Rican again proposed her for marriage. She didn’t want to marry him while pregnant but Rican was stubborn, he couldn’t wait anymore and finally she married him, here was the proof, she looked like a fluffy balloon at the time of her wedding but nevertheless she was happy, so happy she felt everything was a dream. Ally glanced at the clock. It was only ten at night, but Rican was still downstairs in his home office. He’d created the small workspace so he could stay home more often, especially for Rowoon, who was growing more stubborn and demanding with each passing day. She smiled, thinking of their little boy. Ally through of taking a quick shower before bed Ally got up and headed to the bathroom. She removed her clothes and slid into the bathtub, sighing as the
Chapter 89.|Rican|I was deep in sleep when something soft landed on my face—a tiny slap. Before I could react, another one came, a little firmer this time. Groaning, I opened one eye reluctantly, and there he was—our little bundle of energy, Rowoon, standing next to the bed. His bright blue eyes sparkled with mischief, and a wide grin stretched across his chubby cheeks.“Papa! Papa awake! Papa awake!” he sang loudly, practically bouncing on the spot.I couldn’t help but smile as I sat up, pulling him into my arms. “Morning, little king,” I murmured, ruffling his hair.But Rowoon wasn’t done yet. Once on the bed, he immediately turned his attention to Ally, who was still in a deep sleep. Without hesitation, he started climbing over her. His giggles filled the room as he poked her gently. “Momma, wokii wokii!” he sang, his little voice rising in excitement.“Hey, baby,” I whispered, trying to gently pull him back. “Momma is tired, okay? Let’s let her sleep a little more, hmm?
Chapter 88.Alessa lay on the bed, her eyes fixed on the ceiling. The quiet of the room felt heavier than usual, yet there was an odd sense of calm in her heart. Xavier's apology earlier in the evening had stirred something within her. It wasn’t forgiveness, not entirely, but it felt like a burden she didn’t know she was carrying had been lifted. A strange sense of peace settled over her as though she had finally found closure.The door creaked open, and Rican stepped into the room. He watched her for a moment before sitting on the edge of the bed beside her. “Aren’t you sleepy yet?” he asked softly, his voice hesitant.“No… I don’t feel like sleeping right now,” Alessa replied, her tone calm but distant.Rican tilted his head, his brow furrowing. “Is something bothering you? I mean, is it about… Xavier?” he asked carefully, his voice tinged with concern.She shook her head, a faint smile crossing her lips. “No, it’s not bothering me,” she said. “In fact, I feel… calm. As if
Chapter 87.Alessa stood frozen at the door, her entire body stiff with shock. Her heart raced as she pointed toward the gate, unable to find her voice. Rican, noticing her fear, rushed to her side. He cupped her face in his hands, his eyes filled with worry.“What happened, Ally? What is it?” he asked, his voice trembling with concern.She couldn’t speak, only lifting her hand; Rican followed her gaze and froze. There he was—Xavier, standing at the gate.Rican's expression darkened in an instant. Rage consumed him as he stormed outside. Before Xavier could utter a single word, Rican’s fist connected with his jaw."How dare you come to my home? I fucking warned you, didn’t I?" Rican roared, his voice filled with fury. "I have decided to leave you only becasue Ally requested me to leave you otherwise your body would be buried deep down now."- he screramed raining punches after punches at him.Xavier didn’t fight back. He stood still, taking every punch and blow without a word.
Chapter 86.|Rican|Time had passed, but if I’m being honest, things weren’t fully healed. Maybe some things never really heal. Instead, we learn to live with the pain, mask it with a smile, and call it moving on. That’s exactly what we’re trying to do now.Alessa was finally discharged from the hospital. Physically, she was okay, but mentally… that was a whole other story. She barely spoke these days, and when she did, it was as though her voice carried the weight of the world. My father, Stefano Rossi, decided to stay with us, and for the first time in years, I didn’t push him away.Do I hate him for what he did to my mother? Absolutely. That betrayal will forever be a wall between us. But after what he did to help rescue Alessa, I couldn’t bring myself to tell him to leave. I needed him here—not for me, but for Alessa. We were in a crisis, and even though I despised his past actions, I knew he was a rock we could lean on now.And then there was Uncle Liam. The man I had once
Chapter 85.Rican sat on the chair beside Alessa’s hospital bed, his shoulders hunched forward in defeat. His right arm in a plaster cast, and the dull ache of his injuries was nothing compared to the torment raging inside him. His gaze was fixed on Alessa’s pale, motionless face. Her fragile frame looked even smaller beneath the white hospital sheets, her skin ashen and her lips chapped.The doctor’s words echoed relentlessly in his mind, slicing through him like a blade: “We are sorry, sir, but we couldn’t save the child. The drug had already spread through her bloodstream, and given her early stage of pregnancy, there was nothing we could do. I’m truly sorry.”Rican gritted his teeth, his hands curling into fists despite the pain in his shoulder. The helpless rage boiling inside him threatened to consume him. How could he have done this? How could he have failed her so completely?It wasn’t just Xavier or Sia who were at fault. No—if anyone was to blame, it was him. Enrico R
Chapter 84.The atmosphere in the room thickened with tension as Jacob filled the syringe with a clear liquid. His movements were sharp and deliberate, his face devoid of remorse. The faint glint of the needle caught the dim light, sending chills through the room.“Dad!” Xavier called, his voice trembling with urgency as he saw Jacob walking toward Alessa. “What are you doing? You promised me you wouldn’t hurt her!” Xavier’s voice cracked with desperation, his disbelief evident.Jacob didn’t slow down. His calm, calculated expression didn’t falter as he turned to his son. “Come on, Xavier,” he said in a voice that mocked sincerity. “I know what I promised. Your dear Alessa will live. I’m just giving her a little sleeping dose. She doesn’t need to see the bloody mess I’m about to make of her husband and father-in-law. Don’t you trust me, son?” His tone softened, pretending to sound hurt, but his eyes gleamed with malice.Alessa’s eyes went wide with panic. Struggling against t
Chapter 83 . A desperate scream tore from her lips as she looked up to see Jacob standing over her, his face twisted in a sadistic grin. His shirt was smeared with dried blood, some of it staining his teeth, making him look more like a monster than a man. “Going somewhere, darling?” he asked mockingly, his voice laced with menace. Alessa scrambled backward, crawling on her hands and knees. “No… no, stay away from me!” she cried, her voice breaking. But before she could get far, a hand yanked her back by her hair. Pain shot through her scalp as she was forced to her feet, her tear-filled eyes locking with Xavier’s. “You shouldn’t have hurt my father, Alessa,” Xavier snarled, his voice low and menacing. His face was inches from hers, his breath hot against her skin. “You shouldn’t have.” He dragged her roughly, throwing her against the wall. She cried out in pain as he tied her hands with a thick rope, securing her in place. “Please, Xavier!” she begged, her voice tremb