Evangeline's eyes fluttered open as her senses slowly start coming back to her. She blinked and tried to make sense of her surroundings. But panic surged within her as she realized she was bound to a chair, her mouth gagged, and enveloped by darkness. She frantically wriggled against the ropes, desperation flooding her every move.Suddenly, a voice pierced through the silence, sending chills down her spine. "Awake, are we?" The familiarity of the voice only heightened her fear as the room was suddenly flooded with light.Evangeline gasped and recoiled while her heart was pounding in her chest as she took in the sight before her. The walls were adorned with photographs, snapshots of her life from various ages, staring back at her like haunting memories.Terror seized Evangeline's every breath as she pieced together the horrifying reality of her situation. With trembling hands, she cast a wary glance towards the man who loomed over her."Hello, Evangeline..." His voice was unsettlingly
Klein's world seemed to crumble around him as he struggled to process Evangeline's words. Never before had she uttered such sentiments, and the shock of her confession reverberated through him.As the call abruptly ended, Klein shot up from his seat with phone clenched tightly in his hand. He frantically tried to reach Evangeline. His fingers trembled as he dialed her number repeatedly, each attempt met with silence.A surge of panic swept through him, mingled with regret.Had he pushed her away without even realizing it?The possibility that Evangeline had left him haunted him, filling him with a gnawing sense of dread.Unable to bear the uncertainty any longer, Klein made a swift decision. He would find her, no matter the cost. His secretary watched in surprise as Klein's normally composed demeanor faltered and was replaced by a steely resolve."Sir? Should I call the driver to prepare the car?" the secretary inquired, sensing the urgency in Klein's actions."No need. I'll drive," K
Hours turned into days and Evangeline who remained under Jeremy's control, was now curled up on the bed, hiding beneath a blanket.Tears streamed down her face as she sobbed uncontrollably, unable to contain the agony she felt. The chill in the room seemed to seep into her already cold heart, amplifying her anguish. Her body bore bruises, and a cut on her lip stung painfully, reminders of that violent night with Jeremy.He showed no mercy the day he orchestrated her kidnapping and took advantage of her after he knocked her unconscious.Evangeline curled up, hugging her small baby bump protectively. Her prayers filled with desperation for the safety of the precious life growing inside her.She shivered from the cold, her body trembling with both fear and disgust. The realization that she couldn't protect herself from her own brother filled her with a profound sense of self-loathing.In that moment, Evangeline felt like her future had been stolen from her. She feared she might not be wo
Trigger Warning!!!"You'll learn to obey me, Evangeline," he murmured, his voice laced with a chilling determination. "And together, we'll build the future I've always dreamed of."Jeremy's hand trailed down Evangeline's cheek. His touch lingered with a possessive intensity. He leaned in, pressing his lips against hers in a forceful kiss. Despite her resistance, Evangeline found herself unable to escape his grasp as her body tensed with revulsion.As Jeremy guided her down onto the bed, Evangeline's heart pounded in her chest, her mind consumed by memories of past violations. She clenched her fists, her breath catching in her throat as she braced herself for what was to come.Jeremy pulled the blanket off her and slowly spread her legs, ready to thrust into her. And when he finally penetrated her, a moan escaped his lips but Evangeline reacted differently. Instead of feeling mutual pleasure, she grunted in pain and disgust, hate even.Her own brother whom she treated so good was now r
Months passed by, slipping through Klein's desperate grasp like sand through an hourglass. The day he finally tracked down Jeremy's hideout, it was already too late. A grim tableau greeted him. Jeremy's lifeless body sprawled across the floor and crimson blood stained the walls. But Evangeline was nowhere to be found.Did she manage to escape? Was she safe? Questions swirled in Klein's mind, tormenting him with uncertainty. But amidst the chaos, one undeniable truth remained - he missed her, missed her presence, missed the warmth of her smile.As news of Jeremy Sinclair's dead and Evangeline's disappearance spread like wildfire, chaos descended upon their company. Reporters clamored for answers, and the revelation that Evangeline, the sole owner of SNCLR, was missing, dominated the headlines.Monica who was reeling from the shock of Jeremy's death, faced her own personal crisis. The truth that was long buried beneath layers of deceit, threatened to consume her. In a moment of raw vuln
As Evangeline was discharged from the hospital, her heart swelled with both relief and apprehension. She wasted no time in gathering her belongings, packing the few clothes she had purchased with Jeremy's card. Alongside them, she carefully placed a twin stroller and a baby carrier.That very night, shrouded in the cover of darkness, Evangeline silently made her way to Klein's residence. Her heart heavy with uncertainty. As she finally arrived at the gate, she gingerly placed a baby basket upfront, carefully nestling the sleeping Xander within its confines and tenderly covered him with blankets."Xander, my sweet baby," Evangeline whispered as her lips quivered. "Please forgive mommy for what she must do."With a heavy heart, Evangeline slipped a note into the basket with the words penned on it: "Hi daddy, it's nice to meet you. My name is Xander."She also managed to make a short letter of her own intended for Klein:"To Klein,I hope this finds you well, though I know it's a tough r
"What the hell?!"The voice behind her pierced the air that caused Evangeline to freeze in place while her hands still clutched on the stroller tightly.She desperately wished she could remain rooted to the spot and avoid any confrontation, but it was too late. The father of her triplets now stood before her.Klein's presence sent a shiver down her spine. She could sense the tension in the air but it was different from what she thought. He had been aware of her surveillance ever since he had found her note.Despite his seemingly nonchalant demeanor, Klein had just sprinted toward Evangeline as fast as he could. His breaths were coming in rapid bursts. He had planned to never let Evangeline go and so he feigned indifference when he was reading the letter. He wanted to coax her out of hiding while ensuring he could locate her easily.In truth, when he had discovered baby Xander at the gate, he had felt a pang of recognition deep within him. He didn't need to read the letter to know it w
Klein couldn't help but chuckle in satisfaction as Evangeline stumbled over her words, her attempts to cover herself and shield her eyes from the unexpected sight of him standing there shirtless."Klein!" she exclaimed, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment as she hastily averted her gaze.With a mischievous twinkle in his eye, Klein couldn't resist teasing her further. "Like what you see?" he quipped, a smirk playing on his lips as he watched her reaction.Evangeline's face turned an even deeper shade of red as she stammered out a response, her attempts at forming coherent words failing miserably in the face of Klein's playful demeanor."What are you even doing here?!" Evangeline exclaimed, her voice tinged with surprise and frustration as she abruptly stood up, reaching for the towel hanging on the wall rack."I'm just trying to enjoy a bath," Klein explained with a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes as he watched Evangeline's frantic attempts to escape.But Klein had something
Chapter 81"You're glad? Is that all you have to say?" Evangeline asked, turning to face him with disbelief and frustration in her eyes.Klein's expression faltered, and for a moment, he seemed at a loss for words. He swallowed hard, trying to steady himself, but the hurt in his eyes was undeniable. "What else can I say?" he finally replied, his voice tinged with resignation. "I don't want to lose you, Evangeline. But if he's the one who makes you happy…"But Evangeline shook her head, cutting him off. "Stop it, Klein. Don’t pretend like this doesn’t affect you. I see it in your eyes—you're hurting. So why won't you fight for us, for me?"Klein looked down as the weight of her words pressed heavily on him. "Because… I don’t want to be selfish. I’ve already hurt you so much. If being with him means you’re finally at peace, how can I stand in the way?"Evangeline's frustration grew. "But that’s just it. You’re assuming I want to be with someone else. That I’ve moved on, that I’m not sti
Chapter 80After that night, days went on just like that. Klein left Lydia behind to help Evangeline with the triplets and it was a gesture that spoke more of his growing understanding than words ever could. He hesitated to leave, lingering in the doorway as if uncertain whether to stay or go, but he knew what he had to do. With a heavy heart, Klein returned home to manage his company, taking the first steps back into his old life. But this time, everything felt different.Klein wasn’t just returning to work, he was giving Evangeline the space she needed. He didn’t want to crowd her or push her into a decision she wasn’t ready to make. He wanted her to see that he was serious about making things right—that he was committed to being the man she and their children needed. For once, he wasn’t thinking only of himself, his guilt, or his desperation to make amends. He was thinking about her, about what she deserved, and how he could be the one to give it to her if she would allow it.Every
Chapter 79Evangeline gently handed each of the triplets their milk bottles with practiced but weary movements. Klein stood nearby and watched with both awe and amusement. He couldn’t help but marvel at how she managed to juggle three one-year-olds on her own. The sight stirred a sense of regret within him as he was struck by the realization of how much she had been carrying alone and how he had failed to be there for her.Evangeline’s mind, however, was elsewhere. Her eldest, Xander, was inconsolable and was crying in a way he never had before. No matter how much she tried to comfort him, he wouldn’t stop, and the anxiety gnawed at her. Something was wrong, and it scared her.Klein watched her who was already giving out an anxious vibe and immediately asked. “Is he okay?”Even though she was still quite mad at Klein, Evangeline managed to glance up at him, her face pale and strained. “I don’t know,” she admitted, her voice trembling with worry. “He’s never cried like this before. I’v
Dear lovelies,I wanted to give you a quick heads-up that the next update will be on Friday, August 23, 2024. I’ve got a rushed project that needs my attention, so I apologize for not being able to update daily as I normally do.Additionally, the book might be ending soon. Thank you for your understanding and for sticking with me through this journey. Your support means the world to me!Best,Yña Banana 🍌
Chapter 78“Klein... W-what are you doing here? How did you know I was here?” Evangeline stuttered nervously as Klein began to walk toward her. What confused her more than the fear of facing her ex-fiance was the look in his eyes. There was no trace of the hatred or disgust he had shown her weeks ago. Instead, his eyes were filled with a longing that she couldn’t understand, and it scared her.The sight of Klein’s intense gaze only heightened her fear. She had closed her heart to him after being hurt so many times before, and now, seeing this unfamiliar emotion in his eyes made her feel vulnerable. Her back hit the wall as she tried to retreat, her breath quickening. She glanced desperately around for a way to escape, but Klein moved swiftly, slamming his hands on the walls, effectively caging her in.Klein’s expression twisted in anger as he demanded, “Who was that man with you? You took our children into his house? How could you, Evangeline? And here I am, ready to apologize, but yo
Chapter 77“Would you like to have dinner with me? You can bring the three as well.” Kenji suddenly invited while Evangeline was busy grabbing Mikael’s hand, making sure he didn’t run off.“Uh… we don’t really want to disturb you, and the kids will really make a lot of mess,” she hesitated, letting out an awkward laugh. Kenji, however, dismissed her concerns with a warm smile.“It’s okay. What can three one-year-olds do?” he chuckled, sensing the hesitation in Evangeline’s expression. “Please?” he added, his tone light but persuasive.Evangeline looked at him for a moment, then laughed softly, surrendering with a smile. “Alright then.”“Great! I’ll pick you up at 7,” he informed her.“Do you know where my house is?” Evangeline asked curiously, noting his confidence.Kenji grinned, then recited, “1202 Maplewood Lane, right?”Evangeline blinked in surprise. “You really do know.”“How could I not? I’m a daycare teacher—I have my students’ addresses just in case,” Kenji said playfully. Ev
Chapter 76Evangeline settled comfortably on the patio of her favorite café, enjoying the soft morning sun that warmed her face. The gentle hum of the café’s early activity provided a soothing backdrop as she took a moment to savor her coffee. Her laptop was open on the table, and her airpods were snugly in place, creating a bubble of focus amidst the café’s light background noise.After dropping off her triplets at daycare, Evangeline was ready for her virtual meeting with the company’s investors. She glanced at the clock—precisely on time. As she opened her laptop and initiated the virtual meeting, her screen was immediately occupied with the faces of the investors.“Good morning, everyone,” Evangeline began warmly, “I want to start by apologizing for not being able to meet in person. As some of you know, managing triplets can be quite the challenge.” She chuckled softly, her humor met with understanding laughter from the group. “But despite it all, I assure you, SNCLR’s vision rema
Chapter 75Evangeline's days had become increasingly busy. With the triplets now beginning to walk, her chores seemed to multiply by the minute. Keeping up with three one-year-olds was no easy task. Each child had their own personality, adding to the delightful chaos of her days.Xander, the eldest of the three, was mature and quiet for his age. He rarely cried and often observed his surroundings with calm, inquisitive eyes. Mikael, on the other hand, was the cranky troublemaker. He had a knack for finding mischief, whether it was pulling on curtains or knocking over anything within reach. Maxine, the youngest, was the friendly, chattery little girl who loved to babble endlessly, her sweet voice filling the room with an infectious energy.Realizing that managing all three on her own was becoming overwhelming, Evangeline made the decision to take the toddlers to daycare. It would be good for them to interact with other children, and she could use the time to manage her responsibilities
Chapter 74Life went on for Evangeline, although the weight of her decisions felt heavy on her heart. Deep down, she knew she still loves Klein. But the pain of being forgotten by the man who once adored her was too much to bear. To protect herself, she chose to stay far away, focusing on her company overseas and her children. Although her presence was often needed, her staff understood her situation, granting her the space she needed to heal.Meanwhile, Klein dealt with his troubles differently. The gnawing truth he had uncovered fueled his anger, and Daphnie became the unfortunate target of his wrath."You can’t lie to me anymore, Daphnie," Klein growled, his voice thick with disgust. The tension in the air snapped like a taut string, and before Daphnie could react, Klein’s hand struck her cheek with a harsh slap. She gasped, stumbling back as her hand flew to her reddening face, eyes wide with shock."Stop coming back here," Klein continued, his words laced with venom. "If you ever