Megan's POV
"Joe, do you prefer me or Megan?" "Of course you are, darling. Are my actions still not proof enough?" "I just want to hear you say that directly." "Honey, you are the woman I love the most. Relax, you are too tense..." The man's breath was panting and hitched, mixed with the flirtatious moans of the woman beneath him, which suddenly filled the hotel room. I stood outside the door. Hearing this, the blood in his body boiled. The cold air that pierced me made me not stop shivering. An hour ago, someone sent me a video. In the video, my fiancé, Joe Hardwin, is embracing my half-sister, Ariana Vandana. It can be seen that they are kissing passionately in the hotel corridor. At first, I thought it was just a joke, but I didn't expect that the two had been in a romantic relationship for a long time. I took a deep breath and tried to control the anger that was roiling in my chest. Then, I took my cell phone out of my pocket and pushed the door open without a sound. The two people on the bed were still immersed in the sensation of excitement. Then, they suddenly heard a cold voice, "What a wonderful game. Do you want me to give you a round of applause?" The two people's bodies stiffened and they turned towards the door. "Ah!" Ariana screamed, curling into Joe's arms in panic. "Megan? What are you doing here?" Joe covered himself with the blanket and said unhappily, "Who asked you to come here?" I cupped my hands in front of my chest and looked at them sarcastically. "If I don't come, I won't see this beautiful view." "Megan, Joe, and I love each other sincerely. Please let us be happy!" Ariana's eyes were red and tears were streaming down her eyelids. She showed an innocent and pitiful look. Joe, who saw this, couldn't bear it. He protected Ariana tightly in his arms and said in a deep voice, "I, if anything happens, just face me. Ariana is not wrong!" I sneered, "Isn't it wrong? How dare you use those two words in front of me?" "Enough! The only person I love is Ariana. If you are self-conscious, you should go to my grandmother and cancel our engagement!" Joe likes Ariana who is gentle and fun in bed. However, I was very quiet and closed off, not even letting Joe touch me. I like that is very boring for Joe. He can't feel satisfied when he's with me. My eyes narrowed slightly, and a dangerous and cold light flashed across the bottom of my eyes. "Cheating is still cheating, don't make up unclear excuses. If I share a video of you in bed, will other people also feel that you are innocent?" Hearing that, Joe and Ariana's faces turned pale, and then they shouted, "Megan, delete the video!" "What if I don't want to?" I took two steps back and raised my chin at them provocatively. "Joe, if you don't like me, you can tell me. I can't hold you back either. Your attitude like this actually makes me feel disgusted." If Joe had withdrawn from the marriage on good terms, perhaps I would still have a good opinion of him. Sadly .... "Megan, stop!" Seeing my back leaving, Joe was very angry and subconsciously wanted to chase me. However, Ariana put her arms around his waist and cried in annoyance. "Joe, how is this? Megan must be mad at me. Maybe I shouldn't have liked you in the first place. That way I won't hurt Megan..." Joe, who heard this, felt guilty and couldn't bear it. How could he ever care about me? Joe kissed Ariana's forehead and whispered soothingly, "Ariana, you are too kind. If it weren't for her being an obstacle in our relationship, we might have been together a long time ago!" "Joe, that's very kind of you...." Ariana's lips lifted into a triumphant grin, her gaze staring straight at me as I disappeared. Sigh.... I'm still too young to fight with her! Ariana is sure that it won't take long for her to have the status of a legal wife in the Hardwin family. … When I left the hotel, it was raining heavily outside. Endless night enveloped. Lightning and dim street lights accompany the shadow of the heavy rain. I stood in the rain until his body was soaked. The image of Joe and Ariana struggling with each other on the bed kept appearing in my mind, making me nauseous. I also haven't eaten all day, so my stomach feels sore. I braced myself to walk to the side of the road, finally couldn't hold back, and squatted down. The rainwater felt ice cold when it hit my white skin, sending a cold feeling that penetrated my bones and made me shiver. The dizziness started to feel, making me unable to distinguish whether this was a dream or an illusion. After a while, the rain that poured down on him gradually stopped. I opened my eyes slowly and found a shadowy figure in front of me. I felt something in my heart and my gaze slowly moved upwards. The first thing that appeared in my vision were long legs wrapped in trousers. His sturdy body was beautifully wrapped in the suit he was wearing. Looking further up, there was a handsome face with a cold gaze staring at him. The man's pair of sharp eyebrows furrowed slightly. His nose was sharp and his thin lips were pressed tightly. His pitch-black eyes seemed to blend with the color of the night. I looked at him in confusion, a hint of surprise flashed across the bottom of his eyes. "Uncle? Why are you here?" The man in front of me is Bertrand Hardwin, leader of the Hardwin Family who has the best finances in Hauskin City. He is also the uncle of my ex-fiancé, Joe. He is the eldest grandson of the Hardwin Family, who also inherited extraordinary business talents. He managed to take over the Hardwin Company in just a few years, making the company's market value double. The most extraordinary thing was his thunderous methods and firm character. However, he had always been humble and mysterious, rarely dealing with those young in the family. I also only met him a few times at the Hardwin Family banquets and almost never spoke to him. This person gives off a dangerous feeling, making me avoid him as much as possible. It was unexpected that I would meet Bertrand in this place, even when he was in such a sad state. "What problem makes you neglect your health?" The man's brows furrowed slightly, his soft and thick voice sounded both sexy and provocative. It felt like there was an electric current passing through my ears, making them tingle. This also gave him an invisible sense of worry. I snapped back to my senses and scrambled to my feet. However, my legs went numb from squatting for too long. My body suddenly swayed and I fell backward because I lost balance. Just when I thought he would fall, a pair of warm and strong arms suddenly wrapped around my waist. The next second, I fell into a warm and wide chest. My hand reached for the shirt pocket on the man's chest, afraid that I would fall. At that moment, the man's soft and low voice rang in her ears, mixed with a hint of teasing, "Want to try to take advantage of me?"Megan's POV Realizing how ambiguous their position was, my cheeks suddenly turned red and I pulled away from the man's embrace in panic. Somewhat embarrassed, I explained in a low voice, "No, my legs are numb." "Hmm." Bertrand answered, and then a soft laugh came from his mouth. Don't know whether he believes the excuse I made or not. His voice was soft and low, which had a calming effect. I felt as if my heart had been messed with. I feel so tickled. I rubbed my ears, then asked out of curiosity, "Why are you here?" Bertrand answered still with the same expression, "Just passing by by chance." Seeing the poor little creature drenched in rain on the side of the road, Bertrand felt that I was like a cat abandoned by its owner, helpless and suffering. I nodded in understanding, not knowing what else to say after that. I just found out about my fiancé's betrayal and am physically and mentally exhausted. I just wanted to find a place to calm down. Bertrand looked at me,
Megan's POV When Evan was lost in his own imagination, he suddenly felt a cold, piercing cold on the back of his neck. He looked back and happened to meet Betrand's beast-like gaze. He grimaced and didn't dare think anymore, gathering his thoughts to concentrate on driving. Luckily, Bertrand just looked at him with a cold gaze and warned him to drive properly. After that, the man immediately averted his gaze. After getting out of the car, Bertrand took me to the villa where he lived. He took out a clean set of clothes from the wardrobe and handed them to me. "Just take a warm shower first. There are no women's clothes here, so wear my clothes first." "Yes." My cheeks heat up a little. I immediately grabbed the clothes frantically and went into the bathroom. It could be said that my actions were more like running away. I didn't dare look at Betrand's face. That's why I didn't notice the amused glint in the bottom of Betrand's eyes. I stayed in the bathroom for a long time, l
Megan's POV In an instant, I skimmed the marriage agreement and fell silent for a moment. Betrand's heart tightened for no apparent reason when he saw that I didn't speak. So, he asked, "Is there a problem?" I shook my head in disbelief. "Uncle, are you sure you want to sign this agreement with me?" There is nothing wrong with the agreement. In fact, every content in it can almost be said to benefit me. By marrying Betrand, I will not only have the status and position of Mrs. Hardwin but will also get three percent of the shares of the Hardwin Company, as well as real estate in Betrand's personal name. I will also get half of Betrand's personal assets if they divorce. The Hardwin Company is the largest multinational conglomerate in Hauskin City which operates in the fields of finance, real estate, catering, hotels, and various other industries. The stock market value continues to increase. With a third-class family like the Vandana Family, if all their assets were com
Megan's POV I opened my eyes slowly and I was surprised because there was a man in front of me. “Ah…” The man immediately opened his eyes. “Why are you screaming? This really disturbs my sleep!" I tried to remember what happened last night. Oh my god, yesterday I was betrayed by Joe and I immediately married his uncle, Bertrand. I was very surprised and couldn't believe that I was now married to Bertrand. I realized that our ages were not too far apart, namely around five years. But his face did look cold and arrogant. What happened to me last night? Why can I sleep in someone else's room? Oh my god, I'm so stupid. I checked my clothes which were still covered with a blanket and everything was still intact. I thought nothing happened to me last night. I breathed a sigh of relief. I glanced at Bertrand who was also sleeping again with the soft snoring that I heard. Should I get up? Hmm, I think so. I feel uncomfortable sleeping with strangers. But he has now become my husband
Megan's POV Bertrand told me directly that I was his wife. Honestly, I still feel very nervous. Moreover, there were several people there. A middle-aged woman was wearing fashionable clothes. I also saw that apart from Joe, there was also Ariana and other family members. "I'm sure you're joking. How could that happen, uncle?” Joe couldn't believe it. Bertrand invited me to sit in one of the empty chairs. And sure enough, their gazes were still focused on the two of us. Bertrand threw the file on the table and Joe immediately grabbed the file. He opened it quickly and he could read clearly what the contents of the file were. He immediately turned towards us. “This is impossible.” “Why isn't it possible? What if you just betrayed Megan, Joe? From now on, call Megan auntie because she is already my wife." My heart was beating faster than before. Bertrand said this yesterday and now he actually said it in front of his extended family. Ariana was also seen still gawking. She
Megan's POV I was surprised because Bertrand was suddenly here and slapped Ariana. "Dare you touch my wife, I will not remain silent." Ariana grimaced in pain and she slowly left the two of us. Because I was curious I asked, "You said you would be gone for two days, why are you here?" "I'm going to go, but when I see you weak like this, I think you have to learn to be stronger, Megan! Don't want to be seen as weak and you will be stepped on even more!" I just realized that I gave in too much. Since childhood, I have always been distinguished by my biological father. He loves Ariana more than me so I also give in more. "Forgive me!" I can only look down. So the man in front of me is worried about me. Is this a very happy moment? I don't know what's clear is that I haven't had time to shop but my mood for shopping has disappeared. "What do you want to shop for?" Bertrand made me realize. "It doesn't matter, we'd better just go home." “That shows that you are so wea
Megan's POV “Wh-what are you going to do?” I felt afraid because I was in his confines. "You kissed me without permission, right? Okay, I also did that to you without permission." He immediately kissed my lips and just stopped and couldn't do anything. My hands were locked by him very strongly. His tongue tried to enter my mouth and I still locked my lips because I was afraid. But the movement of his tongue got stronger so I gave in and opened my lips. He seemed to be looking for something in my mouth. Why do I feel comfortable with this and also excited? I moved my lips and felt the softness of his lips and also his thin mustache. “Ahh…” Betrand's kisses became more and more violent, making me unable to stand it and I just gave in. His kisses went down my neck and I was increasingly unable to sigh. His treatment was quite gentle towards me. Not like Joe who is very rude because he has too much lust for me. Bertrand facilities can treat me gently. Suddenly Betrand's movements
Megan's POV “Why should you worry? You have a husband, right?” Netrand's answer did not immediately make me feel relieved. Because if I remember again, I was in my fertile period and I could have gotten pregnant straight away even though I had just had sex. As a biology graduate, at least I know this. Even though you've only had sex once, if fertilization occurs between sperm and egg cells, pregnancy can still occur. Especially if done during the fertile period, it can increase the risk of pregnancy. “But I just…” Before I had time to finish speaking, Bertrand immediately answered, "Whatever it is, just do it! Our children will be precious in our eyes. I will provide more facilities for you if you become pregnant. My advice is that you have to be a strong woman. Tomorrow I will be going out of town. And I hope you will no longer be a weak woman.” I'm starting to get a little worried. Am I really going to get pregnant? Alright. Besides, I already have a husband, so why
Megan's POV A week after Bertrand was buried I finally realized that Bertrand was indeed gone. For a week I felt like I was about to die. My husband, who I loved so much, turned out to have really died. Some time ago the doctor gave me a letter. “Mr. Bertrand gave this to me and I have to give this to you.” Only now do I want to open this letter because I have lost my enthusiasm for life. [To my beloved wife, Megan and also my children, Sophia, Isabella and Rudolf, Leo and Patricia. I really love all of you. If you receive this letter it means I have left you all. Sorry, because I didn't want to worry you. I've been sick for the last three months. I refused to undergo treatment because I didn't want to worry you all. I only take painkillers. Megan, my wife who I love most in the world. I will never be happy if I am not with you. I'll wait for you here, okay? You still have to look after our children. Sorry if I die first and can't accompany you until we grow old
Megan's POV Living my days as a lecturer is really fun. I can increase my knowledge. Because as a teacher, I actually learn more and more about a science that I have studied all this time. As a teacher, I have an inseparable role and function, including the ability to educate, guide, teach and train my students. Lifelong learning is a concept that is common to everyone. Learning also starts from the time we are in the womb until we die. That's the importance of having a smart partner. For a lecturer, this concept must also apply. This means that there is no stopping learning for a lecturer. Lecturers are required to continue studying, aka studying again. Don't just because you already have lecturer status, or feel like you have become a professional lecturer because you got a professional certificate, then stop studying. This is a wrong view. lecturers really have to keep learning. That's why while I was on campus I also studied with professors and didn't feel satisfie
Megan's POV I saw he laughed too. "Even though I've been here for more than an hour, Mom." "Oh yes? You know now I teach." "Yeah, that's why I called you, you should be home." Isabella looked happier than ever. So it's true that Rudolf can make my daughter happy. I'm very grateful for that. Seeing my child happy with her husband really makes me feel very relieved. When I see my daughter getting married, a deep mixture of feelings often surrounds my heart. Of course, there is an extraordinary feeling of happiness because I see my little one, whom I once cared for and raised with great love, is now starting a new chapter in her life. However, on the other hand, there is also a feeling of emotion and perhaps a little sadness because I realize that my daughter is now entering the maturity phase and will live a life that may be more independent. My feelings when my daughter got married were a mixture of pride, emotion, happiness and a little anxiety all in one. This create
Megan's POV That evening I was waiting for Izora to arrive at home and I was grateful that she actually came with her husband on the bus and got off right in front of my house. I was waiting for their arrival there. “You've finally come, Izora.” "Yeah, I just fulfilled my promise to you to come here." “Thank you, Izora.” I didn't immediately invite her to eat. But I chatted with her first while Bertrand invited Izora's husband to chat. I talked about the past and what he and I had gone through. I also told him that in the accident I had fallen into a coma and had a long dream. That's enough for us to tell. So that time doesn't feel like it's just passing by. Bertrand invited his husband Izora to sit with us. I said, "I intend to give you something as a wedding gift." “Don't bother, Megan! I just invited myself here, I'm very happy." "No problem. This is the key and certificate for my house where we used to live. I've given it to you. I don't think you will refuse my
Megan's POV Today Isabella got married. Well, she has indeed found her life partner, namely Rudolf. I left it up to Isabella where she wanted to live. Because as parents we cannot force married children to stay with us as parents. Every parent certainly wants their child's life to be filled with happiness. Especially when the child is married and building his own home life. To ensure that their children's married lives go well, many parents interfere too much in their household affairs. Not a few parents still feel they have power over their children's lives. In fact, instead of helping, parental involvement sometimes actually makes the problem worse. In fact, quite a few cases of divorce are caused by parental interference, both their own parents and in-laws. There are several restrictions parents place on married children. Most importantly, parents are prohibited from involving themselves too deeply in their child's domestic conflicts. Apart from that, when a child is
Megan's POV All this time it turns out I had a very long dream. My father and mother apparently took me where I was when I was little. I'm happy because even though I'm just dreaming, I can feel that happiness in the real world. I remember that I have a family who loves me very much. It's true what my mother said if I still have responsibilities here. It's just that she doesn't want to say what my responsibility is. Maybe he doesn't want to make me even more confused in nature. So during this time I was also in a coma for more than two months. I was also told by Sophia that it was Margaretta who hit me at that time. I can't understand what she did to me. But now she has gotten revenge for what she did to me. During the recovery period, both in the hospital and at home, I was encouraged to practice mobility or movement by walking. Generally, the total recovery period for patients undergoing spinal surgery is around 6 weeks. Because it turns out I not only had back surger
Bertrand's POV I don't mind that. The important thing is that she can tell the story and knows who she is now. I let her sleep and be accompanied by Sophia. Meanwhile I consulted a doctor. "Doc, how is my wife's condition?" “Your wife does have amnesia. But if we scanned yesterday it didn't affect her nerves which are related to memory. I hope her amnesia is because she's been asleep for too long. But don't force her too much. The important thing is that you communicate lightly! "It could be that she is trying to remember but her ability can't." I nodded. "Yes, doc. When I tried to make her remember about us, she was already dizzy. I'm worried something happened to her." "That's why I don't allow you to push her too much, sir." "I understand." I returned to Megan's room. She's already asleep. "Dad, Mom has amnesia, right? Hm, I think she'll remember soon.” "Yes, we wish your mother the best!" I'm really relieved because Megan is awake. It's just that she needs
Megan's POV It's been a long time since I felt comfortable living with my father and mother. In fact, I feel that my current life is better than before. My parents always shower me with various happiness. Whatever I want, they do it, even if I don't ask, they will give it, so every day I feel like there are lots of unexpected surprises.“Megan.”I turned my head because my mother called. “Yes, ma'am. What is it?" "We have to take you somewhere." But this time my mother's face looked gloomy. "What's wrong, ma'am?" “Hm, actually you shouldn't be here too long, Megan. You have to go back.” “What do you mean, ma'am? My house is here." “No, Megan. You can't stay here too long. You have to go back. You have another life that is better than here. You still have a lot of responsibilities.” I shook my head. "I don't understand, ma'am. What do you mean? My home is here and you guys love me too. Do you intend to give me to someone else?” My father suddenly came into my
Sophia's POV I have reasons to consider Leon to be my life partner. I feel that I don't want to have a serious relationship with any man. Because my closeness to Leon really made me unable to concentrate in college. It's just that I haven't had the right time for it. Maybe I'll consider it later when I meet him. Today, after taking Isabella to the hospital, I intended to take Anthony for a walk around the hospital. Because Anthony would definitely get bored if he just sat still because he is an active child. I took him to the park near the hospital. I invited him to talk. I'm also sure that he at least heard even a little because that kid's memory is quite strong. “Sophia?” I turned around when my name was called. “Leon?” “Oh, so that's why you don't want to accept me, huh? You already have children, right? I just know how you are. I think you are really a good woman but you are not much different from a cheap woman. I regret that I already like you and from this m