Chapter NinetyEmma never thought that sex could be so exhausting. It was true that at that moment, the overwhelming pleasure caused her mind to lose all clarity, and she couldn't think of anything else.After waking up, her body ached, especially her back and private parts. She couldn't remember how long they had gone on or how many positions they had tried. Harvey had incredible stamina, as she was completely drained, but he still didn't want to let her go.Emma regained consciousness and stared at the ceiling. She felt a sense of relief and tranquility that was unusual. Perhaps it was because she had accepted and fulfilled her duty as a wife that she felt this way, Emma guessed.Now that the guilt towards Harvey was gone, she felt more at ease. If she had known this, she would have done this with Harvey sooner.But although they had done this together... afterward, her emotions returned to normal as if nothing had happened. Emma thought that there would be a new and different feeli
Chapter Ninety-OneEmma ran away with a heavy heart, today should have been a happy and joyful day for both of them but why did things turn out like this?Harvey was suddenly summoned back to his family, he had never introduced her to his family, let alone talk to her about his family. This made her always think that she was his wife through marriage certificates, wedding photos, and wedding rings.But now, what happened? The images on the screen just shattered all her dreams. The things Harvey did to prove that she was his wife were all deceitful, for almost two years she had always thought she was Harvey's wife, his life partner."It's so ironic, you are truly foolish, Emma. When he refused to take me back to his family, doubts should have arisen, but because I trusted him too much.""And this is the result I received." Emma cried like rain, her vision blurred by tears but she didn't care and just continued running like a madwoman.The strong wind made Emma tremble, the rain pouring
Chapter Ninety-Two "Our home..." Jethro gently repeated, his gaze filled with deep affection and sentiment as he looked at Emma. But in the face of this man's tenderness, Emma felt only disdain and pretense. She was not foolish enough to not recognize how cunning and ruthless this man was. She couldn't understand why he was so stubbornly fixated on her. So stubborn that he followed her and Harvey all the way to the restaurant just to sow seeds of discord between her and Harvey. Emma suddenly burst into laughter, realizing that if it weren't for Jethro's presence, she would have been led astray by Harvey like a fool. "Thank you, Jethro. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have known how Harvey deceived me." Emma spoke, her voice muffled by the sound of rain and howling wind. Jethro remained silent, knowing that she wasn't genuinely grateful but rather mocking him. He attempted to take off his coat to cover her, but Emma pushed him away. "The rain is getting heavier. If it continues
Chapter Ninety-Three Jethro didn't expect the rain to last this long. Through the thick glass, he could see the city immersed in gloom and darkness. Occasionally, long flashes of lightning and loud thunder would appear in the pitch-black sky. "Gemma, I remember you used to be afraid of thunder... but then you weren't anymore," Jethro whispered, reminiscing about the past. When Gemma pressured Jethro into marriage, he didn't want to share a room with her, so he had separate sleeping quarters. It was a stormy night, much like tonight, when Gemma knocked on his door with a pillow in her arms. "I don't want to sleep with you either, but I'm scared of thunder, so let me sleep with you just for tonight." Jethro remembered Gemma's words and chuckled, but his expression quickly turned dark and melancholic. He remembered how Gemma would come to his room during heavy rainstorms, seeking comfort and companionship. But when... her father died, the day of the funeral was also a rainy day, yet
Chapter Ninety-Four"So please, don't be angry anymore, if you're still angry, just treat me like a pile of sand. Whatever you want me to do, I can do it for you." Harvey held Emma's hand tightly, his strength preventing her from pulling her hand away.Emma knew that yesterday she suddenly ran away like that, not listening to Harvey's explanation. But she couldn't blame him because in her heart, doubts had been growing for almost a year, so anything could easily trigger her.Now Harvey had stated his main purpose, why he had been hiding from her, and that he didn't love the other woman. But Emma didn't feel relieved or comfortable hearing Harvey's explanation.Emma sighed, forcefully removing Harvey's hand as his strength caused her pain."If this continues, I'll think you're planning to break my arm. Sit down, let's talk properly."Harvey hesitated with regret and sat across from her. He had always felt something strange since Emma arrived. She was different from usual. Even though h
Chapter Ninety-FiveGemma looked at Harvey's face, unsure of her own memories because she had only remembered a few hours ago. Memories were sudden and unexpected, with no reason for their arrival, and she was not stimulated by anything."He doesn't know, and it doesn't matter if he does," Gemma said, irritated. She didn't want the man to know.Harvey sighed as if a heavy burden had been lifted. He no longer looked defeated. Just as Gemma thought, Harvey was similar to Jethro in that they were both deceivers, but Harvey was on a higher level."So now I should call you Gemma. It's sad that you remember everything. I truly love you and want us to live together as husband and wife. That's why I gave you a new name," Harvey said.Gemma had no emotions in response to Harvey's words because even if they were sincere, she didn't dare to believe them."Don't speak as if you're so sentimental," Gemma bluntly interrupted Harvey's daydream.Harvey was a little disappointed. This woman's arrogant
Chapter Ninety-SixHarvey shrugged, he really liked Gemma's negotiating style. "What if I want a child of my own? That's not too much to ask, right?" Harvey said, looking at Gemma expectantly.As soon as Harvey finished speaking, Gemma widened her eyes in surprise. She thought there must be something wrong with his head for him to bring that up in their deal. "If you want a child, don't expect anything from me. Many women are willing to have a child for you," Gemma sighed.Harvey wasn't discouraged by Gemma's words. He turned his gaze outward, thinking about how the days ahead would be without Gemma here. "Gemma, you know I don't want anyone else but you to have a child for me. Is that too much to ask? If you have a child for me, I can give you your freedom," Harvey said, his demeanor different from before. He wasn't talking about the terms of the deal with Gemma but rather pleading with her.The atmosphere between the two became stagnant, quiet, and gentle. After Harvey's words, both
Chapter Ninety-SevenGemma was alone in the room, the familiar room that had made her feel strange and tense for the past two years. She pondered Harvey's previous words, wondering if he had taken them back. Their relationship was no longer that of a husband and wife.She was convinced that Harvey had forged all those marriage certificates to deceive her. But she forgot that Harvey had put in so much time, effort, and money to create everything as if they were truly husband and wife because he desperately wanted her.If Harvey hadn't been meticulous from the beginning, Gemma would have realized it long before she regained her memory.Harvey opened the door and walked into the room. He saw her sitting there lost in thought with a tense expression. He knew she was confused and weighed down by what had happened. He had known for a long time that even if Gemma regained her memory, she wouldn't want to go back to Jethro."Jethro just left, you don't have to worry," Harvey said.Gemma looke