..*..*..*..*..Steve and Emily arrived home, the tension between them hung heavy in the air like a dense fog. Without a word exchanged, Emily made a beeline for her room, her footsteps echoing down the hallway with a sense of finality. Steve watched her retreating figure, but didn’t say anything.Steve knew she might have been disturbed because of the drama which happened at the party, Jennie proposed Axel was something not easy for Emily to grasp.With a deep sigh, he lingered in the hallway for a moment, grappling with the myriad of emotions swirling within him. Steve eventually turned away, trudging wearily to his own room.Restless and concerned, Steve called Emily's name several times with no response. Hastily, he made his way to her room, his footsteps echoing in the silent hallway.To his surprise, Panic seized him, his heart racing as he considered the myriad of possibilities that raced through his mind. But before fear could fully take hold, a gut instinct led him to the kitc
Enjoy the reading ..*..*..*...*... Jennie paced back and forth in her room, her heart pounding with a mixture of anger and fear. The thought of losing Axel again sent shivers down her spine, igniting a primal fear within her. Her mind was clouded, thoughts racing and emotions overwhelming her. She needed to find something to calm herself down before she did something she'd regret. Jennie reached for the injection, her hands shook with desperation. The allure of the drug, promising an escape from her overwhelming emotions, was too strong to resist in her vulnerable state. With trembling fingers, she filled the syringe with cocaine, her heart racing with anticipation of the temporary relief it would bring. As the drug coursed through her veins, a wave of euphoria washed over Jennie, momentarily numbing the pain and fear that had been consuming her. For a fleeting moment, she felt a sense of calm wash over her, the chaos in her mind fading into the background. But as the initial rus
Enjoy the read!..*..*..*..*... Axel Pov :Mr. Gum's voice was cautious as he addressed Axel, uncertainty flickering in his eyes. "Sir... will we go?" Axel's mood was far from somber; in fact, he was practically brimming with excitement. His lips curled into a mischievous grin as he responded, his tone filled with anticipation. "Why do you want to see Steve's red face? Ufff! I am so excited to see his reaction when Mr. Lee Jung-Gii announces me as the boss of the Rossi Enterprise... Oops! No, now it will be the Brown Enterprise." Axel felt confident and triumphant, his attitude showing that he had been planning this moment for years. He had carefully set things up to take control, working hard for the past two years to make it happen. First he has no interested in his company but seeing Emily happy with him, he changed his whole plan, now his was only one target that was Steve and he knew really well, if Steve hurt, the life of Emily will automatically going to be worse. Axel repl
Enjoy the update ---------Getting off of his black expensive Rolls-Royce, Axel looked at the banner where 'The Rossi Enterprise' sparkled, he mentally calculate how it's look when the Rossi Enterprise changed into Brown Enterprise. Axel was scrolling his phone screen, and kept smiling as if he read some kind of joke. He was taking so time as much it can be after all why not now this company will be his, he will the boss of Rossi enterprise. Steve sat there, his impatience mounting with each passing minute; he couldn't shake the feeling of frustration boiling within him. Tapping his feet on the floor in a restless rhythm, he massaged his temple with one finger, trying to alleviate the tension building up in his head. "Why the hell is everyone making me wait today? First that bloody Axel, and now Emily has gone for more than 45 minutes," he muttered under his breath, his irritation evident in his voice. "Are they making plans behind my back? Together?" Steve's mind raced with possi
Time skips~The tension in the air was palpable as the doctor emerged from the emergency room, his presence drawing the attention of everyone in the vicinity. Liam, Steve, and Axel rose from their seats in unison,"Ho... How... is she..." The words tumbled from Steve’s lips in a rush.Dr. Lee Ik-Joon's words hung heavy in the air, his weary expression reflecting the gravity of the situation. As he removed his mask, a heavy sigh escaped his lips, his shoulders slumping with exhaustion."She had an immense hit on her head," he began, his voice tinged with solemnity. "We managed to control the bleeding, but she lost a significant amount of blood in the process."Dr. Lee continued, his tone somber yet resolute. "Right now, she is out of immediate danger," he explained, his words offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. "But we cannot predict when she will regain consciousness. It's a waiting game at this point."The weight of Dr. Lee's words settled over them, a collective sense of
Enjoy the journey ------------- Steve sat motionless outside her ICU bed. He hadn't moved an inch since he arrived, not even to grab a bite to eat. His stomach growled with hunger, but he ignored it. All his attention was fixed on the door of her room. She was still in the ICU, fighting for her life. Every beep from the monitors sent a shiver down Steve's spine. His heart ached with worry, his mind consumed by thoughts of her fragile state. Steve couldn't shake the words of the doctor from his mind. "She is on the verge of depression..." The phrase echoed in his ears, haunting him like a broken record. Steve sat by Emily's bedside, his mind drifted back to moments from their past. He recalled the times when he had noticed Emily losing focus or struggling to remember things, but he had brushed them aside. How many times had he seen the signs of her distress, only to turn a blind eye? Steve's thoughts drifted back to that moment when Emily had started sobbing uncontrollably, s
( Continution of past) ..*..*..*..*... " I went too rough in these nights right....? Today I will make you feel soo good......" Steve's words hung in the air, Emily's heart sank with dread. The memories of past nights flooded her mind, each one filled with pain and anguish. She felt a knot form in her stomach as his hand moved towards the knot of her bathrobe, and without thinking, she reached out and grasped his hand tightly, her eyes pleading with him to stop. "Please... please, not like this," she begged, her voice barely above a whisper, trembling with fear and desperation. Flashing a smile Steve untied Emily's robe, her naked upper body was exposed in front of the mirror. Emily felt a wave of shame wash over her, her cheeks burning with embarrassment. She closed her eyes tightly, unable to bear the sight of herself in such a vulnerable state. But before she could protest, Steve's gentle nibble on her ear sent a shiver down her spine. His voice, though soft, carried a commandi
..*..*..*..*... (At present) Axel Pov :"What...!!!" Axel exclaimed, his voice filled with a mixture of horror and disbelief. The revelation struck him like a thunderbolt. Liam told him about Emily being culprit of Steve’s mother, her marriage with Steve in fact it should called Forced Marriage, and last most important she was forced to intimate with him. The words Axel used for her in the past was everything flashing in his mind, how idiot he was, how can he didn't see her empty eyes, when she looked at him it's so void, how can he missed the dullness on her face, how can he was so blind for his revenge that he couldn't see or feel anything. "How could I have been so blind?" Axel thought to himself, a wave of self-loathing washing over him. The emptiness in her eyes, the dullness on her face — all of it had been there and still he decided to ignore all this since he was blind by his anger. Axel's fury burned brighter at Liam's words, his jaw clenching as he struggled to contain h
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