Lisa joined in crying when she heard her daughter's cries. There was nothing she could do but stroke Bella's back, making her feel better even though it seemed impossible.This was the second time she had seen Bella this broken."Just let it out, Bella. Cry as hard as you can if it makes you feel better," Lisa said.Bella didn't say anything but responded with a tighter hug."Sob... Mother, why?" she asked in a very hoarse voice. Her voice was heartbreaking for anyone who heard it.How could it not be? Bella lost her fetus that she had been anticipating twice. And the second time, what Bella knew was because her lover himself forced her to abort it."Why could Julius be so evil just because the woman who clearly betrayed him? While I, who always there for him, he treats worse than trash."Lisa couldn't answer. Her lips were completely sealed. She just let Bella be calm until her tears subsided. Completely dried up, and Bella fell asleep from crying.Lisa looked at her only daughter wi
"You sure, dear?" Lisa entered her room, looking very worried because Bella had finally decided to resume her activities.Bella turned her head back, looking at her mother and then smiled faintly. "Mom, I'm fine. You don't need to worry," Bella said.Lisa was about to speak, but Bella knew her mother would say something to stop her, so Bella quickly continued. "Moreover, I would be very sad if I continued to stay at home and not be active. I will always remember what I should forget."Lisa was stunned. What Bella said was true. So, the woman could only sigh. She could only surrender."Alright. Do you want me to take you?" Lisa asked.Bella shook her head. "No need. I'll just take the train."Lisa gave her permission. Now Bella was at the train station. She took a deep breath. "This is the new beginning, Bella. There's no use in being sad about what has been changed!" Bella recited those words to herself."You have to rise up! You are not a weak woman! Let's show that you will be happy
"Unfortunately, he doesn't love me anymore. He discarded me."Bella's words at the library never left his mind. Somehow, it made Brandon's oxytocin, the happiness hormone, skyrocket. He knew he shouldn't feel happy over Bella's suffering, but he couldn't hide the surge of emotions because Julius let go of Bella. That meant Brandon now had a chance to have her.Brandon didn't care how difficult the obstacles were, he would face them. He was determined to win Bella's heart."You said you're looking for a job, right?" Brandon asked.They were now in Brandon's car. Bella nodded. "Yes. If you hear about any job openings, please let me know," Bella said with a smile.Brandon nodded. "Yesterday, while I was eating at the cafe I frequent, I saw a job opening brochure. Would you mind working as a waitress?" Brandon asked.Upon hearing that, Bella was very happy. "Of course! Let's go there! I want to apply immediately!" Bella said very enthusiastically.But Brandon seemed hesitant. "Are you sur
Damian doesn't like what he sees. On his phone are several photos of Bella with Brandon on campus and at the cafe. They look romantic, and Bella looks happy to be around Brandon.Damian sighs deeply. His hand gripping the phone tightens. Arabella's relationship with Jullius must not end like this. And he is determined to make sure it doesn't happen."I don't care if I have to defy the master's orders," he says firmly.***The next day, Brandon comes to pick up Bella. Bella looks surprised as Brandon is already standing in front of her car, he who was playing with his phone immediately shifts his gaze to Bella."Brandon?" she calls out, sounding confused.Brandon smiles at her. He approaches Bella. "Are you ready?" Brandon asks.Bella nods. "But I didn't ask you to pick me up. I was going to take the train," Bella says. Her words seem to politely reject Brandon's arrival. But Brandon is not offended."Right. This is my initiative," he replies. Creating more furrows on Bella's forehead.
"I've told you that what that woman does is no longer my concern," said Julius, his grip on Damian's collar tightening as he pulled him closer, allowing Damian to see the veins popping on his forehead."But you love her, sir." Damian was serious, stating that he didn't care if he had to defy Julius to make Julius and Bella reunite.Julius's jaw clenched, unable to contain his emotions any longer as he struck Damian forcefully.THUD! THUD! THUD!Damian did not fight back, letting his master unleash all his emotions on him, even the sadness Damian could see in Julius's eyes.Not just once or twice, Julius hit Damian repeatedly until Damian's lip tore and blood flowed.Julius's breathing was rapid. "You're talking shit. I don't care anymore about her," he said, in denial.Damian snorted, rising while wiping the blood from the corner of his lip. "So, have you now turned into a coward?" Damian looked challenging in his gaze.Julius's narrowed eyes, this was the first time he had seen Damia
"JULLIUS! STOP, I SAID!" Bella screamed, but Jullius ignored her. Bella knew his demeanor; Jullius wouldn’t stop until his opponent passed out or even dead! And Bella would not let that happen!Bella desperately grabbed Jullius’s shirt, which was untucked, with all her strength. And yes! She succeeded! But Bella had to stumble first, almost falling if Jullius hadn’t noticed and caught her.Thud!Jullius pulled Bella’s body until she was drawn into his embrace.“Aaaa!” Bella tightly shut her eyes. Her forehead creased, and her hands clenched in front of her chest.‘This scent.’It was the scent of Jullius's cologne, and she smelled it very clearly. Her eyes flew open, realizing something, and she pushed his body away.Her eyebrows nearly met, her teeth clenched with her mouth tightly closed. There was no gentleness in her gaze."Don't you ever dare touch me again," Bella said with emphasis. Hatred was clearly depicted in her eyes.Jullius's heart sank at those words. The flat expressio
Bzzz... Bzzz... Bzzz...The ringing of his cell phone, which was right next to his head leaning on the table, woke Jullius up. Jullius blinked his eyes."Fuck." He cursed, his head was pounding! It felt like it was about to explode! His fingers massaged the bridge of his nose to ease the damn headache."What?!" he picked up the call without looking at who was calling."Master, where are you? It's almost 3 in the morning, and you haven't come home yet."Damian was worried. He already knew that today was the day Jullius planned to pick up Bella again. But until dawn, his master hadn't returned. Damian was worried something had happened to them.Jullius stood up, taking his jacket that was hanging on the chair. Without answering, he unilaterally turned off his phone and got back into his car. Several times he hit people and objects because his driving was staggering.Jullius tried to stay conscious. His face leaned on the steering wheel, his grip on the steering wheel tightened. He was h
Damian and Bella waited anxiously for hours outside the operating room. Damian appeared calmer, while Bella looked very weak. Her face was so pale, and she had been biting her lower lip until it was bleeding. Their fingers intertwined.Click. They both immediately turned their gaze to the open door. The doctor and nurse came out.Bella and Damian quickly stood up and approached the doctor. "How is he, doctor? How is my boyfriend?" Bella asked hurriedly, interrogating the doctor.The doctor looked exhausted, evident from the beads of sweat on his face.Bella is becoming more worried, especially since the doctor's face didn't look happy. Her heart was pounding irregularly.'Has the surgery failed?' That's all that was going through Bella's mind now."The surgery went smoothly," the doctor finally said.Bella and Damian breathed a sigh of relief."Thank goodness," they both said simultaneously."But--"They immediately tensed up again. Their hair stood on end. Bella clenched her fists t