…The Next Day.Heidi stared at her phone, biting her fingernails, anticipating another text message from Grandpa Winston.“You shouldn't force yourself, Heidi,” Kate said to her from the passenger's seat. “If you no longer want to go, I won't force you.”“Heidi didn't say she doesn't want to,” Steve said from the driver's seat. “Besides, if you don't shop for new clothes, do you expect Heidi to wear her old clothes after we get married?”“What's wrong with wearing her old clothes?” Kate sighed. “You know what, let's ditch the mall and visit Zach Olsen in the hospital.”“I'm okay with going to the mall,” Heidi responded. “We can visit Zach later.”As Steve drove them to the shopping mall, he kept glancing at the rearview mirror, but Heidi kept the phone in her hand out of his sight.“Heidi…” he called out. “You can choose as many dresses as you want. You can even pick some for your family members. I guess even Zach Olsen will need some new clothes.”Knowing that he was intentionally p
Her phone.That was the first thought that struck Heidi's mind.No way! Her phone was inside that bag.Her eyes darted around the dark parking lot. Due to her shock, she failed to realize the direction the man took.Heidi stood there, the creepiness seeping into her bones. Discomfort settling in her mind, she quickly left the place and bumped into Kate coming down from the elevator.“Where did you go, Heidi?” Kate said exasperatedly, looking haggard. “How the hell did you manage to escape that damned paparazzi?”Heidi sighed. “Let's get out of here.”She held Kate's hand, and hurried out of the place.The bodyguards came down too late. Heidi wasn't even sure if they could catch her bag's thief.“We should have ditched the mall!” Kate groaned. “You see what happens when everyone refuses to listen to my suggestion?”Going to the hospital would have been better.Now Heidi had lost her phone. The only source of communication with Grandpa Winston.As if sensing her anxiety, Kate asked, “Wh
Heidi didn't catch a wink of sleep throughout the night. The next morning, the Olsens Mansion was abuzz with chatter of the servants and the guests coming in.Through it all, Heidi kept glancing at her phone, expecting a text message to pop up from Grandpa Winston.She even sent him a text message but got no reply.When she found a corner to hide in, she dialed Grandpa Winston's number which was interrupted by an electronic voice.Heidi sat by the flower bushes in a corner of the mansion, her palms sweaty as she held on tight to the phone.“What are you doing here, Heidi?” A male voice startled her, and Heidi jumped to her feet.“Oh, Dad.” She patted her chest. “When did you return?”“Why would I miss the official wedding of my precious daughter?” Caleb pulled her in for a hug. “You know how bad the weather is. My flights kept getting delayed.”Heidi hugged him tight, struggling to control the sudden emotions overwhelming her. “So I heard you're pregnant,” her father whispered. “Ar
The make-up artists and dress stylist gathered their things and left.“Although I'm displeased by your appearance, I must say you still look beautiful, Heidi. So chin up. How about we teach Steve a lesson later?” Kate helped her to her feet, giving her a sweet smile.“Ms. Olsen, how does it feel that you'll get married today?” Isla asked, curious. “Do you feel nervous and excited at the same time?”Dread.That was the only feeling in Heidi's heart.She forced a smile at Isla and Kate, hiding her discomfort.While leaving the room, Heidi didn't forget to put her phone inside the bag that came with the wedding dress.Inside the Grand Hall of the Olsens Mansion.Not many guests were invited, but a lot of them showed up.Heidi was surprised to see even the AG Group's business allies turned foes present at the wedding. Her confusion heightened when she saw guests from other cities as well. “That's Killian, Ms. Olsen.” Isla sounded excited, pointing at where he stood.“Did you invite him?
Chaos broke out. The whole hall went into a frenzy.A few hours later, all members of the Oslens Household were lined up in the hallway of Phoenix City's First Hospital.From those walking back and forth in anxiousness to those leaning by the wall with an air of tension surrounding them, a foreboding atmosphere hung around the emergency room area.“Why are they taking so long?” Grandpa Jeffery glanced at his wristwatch as sweat poured down his face. “She only fainted, didn't she?” Regina furrowed her brows, her eyes filled with worry. “I hope nothing bad has happened to her.”“How can anything bad happen to her?” Caleb sat beside her, struggling to hide his own anxiety which he failed to. “We have to relax. Heidi must have been too excited about the wedding.”“This is strange,” Kate, who was standing beside her brother, said. “Heidi was fine while we were inside her room. How could she just faint out of nowhere?”“I hoped the bad occurrences in this family had ended, but it seems my
…At The Harrisons Villa.Lucas sat on his bed, his gentle gaze fixed on the figure sleeping beside him. Now and then, he would use his finger to stroke her hair. His eyes were heavy with exhaustion, but he refused to even blink, hoping the moment could last forever.A soft knock sounded from the door and Mira peeped inside the room, opening the door slightly. “Young Master, isn't she up yet?”Lucas threw her a dark look. He mouthed, “What do you want?”“I'm afraid…” she whispered. “It has been hours and she's still sleeping. Don't you think we should call the physician?”“No need,” Lucas replied. The Doctor had assured him that she would be fine. He didn't need to worry, did he?However, it had been many hours. What went wrong?Hiding his frustration, Lucas nodded towards the maid. “Prepare something healthy. She might wake up any moment from now.”“Right away, Young Master.” Mira nodded, closing the door carefully.Lucas returned his gaze to her. He felt her pulse and then placed
Lost at what to do next to make her realize she wasn't dreaming, Lucas wracked his brain for any idea.A knock came from the door and he yelled out, “What is it!?”Feeling frustrated, Lucas felt like strangling the maid. “Y-Young Master.” Mira walked inside, her body trembling with fear. “I- I, I'm sorry for interrupting. I wanted to ask what kind of food to make. M-Madam’s favorite?”“I told you to make something healthy! Make anything that's healthy for her!”“I'd actually prefer my favorite food,” Heidi said mindlessly. “Can you make one for me, Mira?”“Sure, Madam.” Mira smiled. “And congratulations for waking up.”“Wait, what?”Heidi only realized she'd interacted with the maid after the door closed.She pinched herself, stared at Lucas, stared at her wedding dress, then stared at Lucas again.“What is it?” Lucas gave her an apprehensive look.Heidi covered her mouth and gasped. “No way! Lucas Harrison. H-How did you?”“Are you convinced now?”Heidi gave him a doubtful look. “Ho
A different Heidi?Heidi pulled away. The more he spoke, the more confused she got.If she never left the hospital, and another her was at the hospital, did he mean…“A doppelganger?" She spoke out the first words that came to her mind.Seeing him nod to her words, implying that she was right, Heidi covered her mouth, suppressing a gasp.How was that even possible?“So nothing will go wrong,” Lucas went on, reassuring her. “Put your mind at ease, Heidi.”For the first time, Heidi was relieved. Still, slight worry remained.Lucas smoothened the creases on her forehead caused by her frown. He opened his mouth to speak when her stomach suddenly made a disturbing noise. Heidi touched it, realizing she hadn't eaten for the whole day.Due to the anxiety caused by the wedding, she couldn't bring herself to eat the breakfast prepared for her.“Hungry?” Lucas touched her stomach.Heidi quickly pushed his hand away, feeling that fluttery sensation.She heard him chuckle.“What's so funny?”