CHAPTER 72I stepped out to find him also fully dressed and together we made our way out of the room. Hand in hand. Alexander and I descended the stairs hand in hand, the scent of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon filled the air, enticing me to the breakfast table.Olivia, and Maria, were already seated, engaged in lively conversation. Olivia's eyes lit up with mischief as she noticed our entrance. "Well, well, look who's finally gracing us with their presence!" she exclaimed, a playful smile tugging at her lips.Alexander grinned, pulling out a chair for me. "Good morning, everyone. We couldn't resist the temptation of your delightful company," he replied, his voice filled with mischief.Blushing slightly, I took my seat, feeling the familiar comfort of family and love around me. Maria chuckled, her laughter contagious. "Well it's about time you know, It's about time you joined us. We were beginning to think you were lost in dreamland or... Sky
CHAPTER 73I wanted to create a haven for our child, a place filled with love, warmth, and comfort. I already had a beautiful theme in mind that would do well with both gender, so no matter the gender, he or she would love the room.As I sat in the quiet solitude of my room, I couldn't help but feel grateful. I was surrounded by love, blessed with a growing family, and on the verge of the most transformative journey of my life. A soft sigh escaped my lips as I leaned back into the cushions of the armchair, my hands still gently resting on my belly. Alexander had gotten this armchair for me as I preferred to seat up than lay on the bed. The Best part is that it has a massage setting that also helps me feel relaxed. As I closed my eyes, I could almost see our future - all of us, standing firm all together as a family filled with laughter, love, and an endless amount of joy. The thought brought a smile to my face as I drifted off to sleep, dreaming of t
CHAPTER 74We picked out a beautiful brown like crib, a comfortable rocking chair, and countless cute baby clothes. I even got the three of us matching outfits. We even found a soft, plush teddy bear that I instantly fell in love with. So cute.As the day wore on, we grew tired but happy. I felt so hungry but hid my hunger behind the excitement of shopping for my child until Alexander had heard the embarrassing growl of my stomach. We decided to stop for a late lunch, sharing a quiet meal amidst the hustle and bustle of the busy city. By the time we got home, it was late afternoon. Maria greeted us at the door as always, a knowing smile on her face as she helped us unload the car. Olivia joined us, her eyes wide with excitement as she helped us sort through our purchases.The rest of the day was spent arranging and decorating the baby's room. We worked together, turning the bare room into a cozy nursery. Olivia's creative touch was evident in every corner,
Chapter 75I placed my phone on the table and took a seat, ready to savor my breakfast. The scent of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, mingling with the aroma of warm bacon, toasted bread and scrambled eggs. But as I glanced around the table, I found that it looked rather empty like something quite important was missing, or rather, someone. That's when I realized that Olivia isn't at the table yet, she's always here before me as she always needed to go to the company on time. Concern crept into my thoughts, and I turned to Alexander, who sat across from me at the head table, his gaze fixed on his plate."Where's Olivia?" I asked, my voice laced with worry.Alexander looked up, his eyes meeting mine, and his expression softened. "She had some important work to deal with at the company. It seems like a pressing matter, but she didn't go into details."I frowned, my fingertips tracing circles on the surface of the table. Olivia rarely missed breakfast,
CHAPTER 76How had I not known about this? It seemed that Alexander had forgotten to mention it to me in the midst of his busy schedule. It's okay, I'll just remind him about it once he gets home.If he had forgotten to tell me about it, it also means that he forget to prepare anything for a donation. Suddenly, my thoughts wandered back to the coincidental situation I'm in. It's an art charity auction and I'm going to try make a masterpiece today, I could use the charity auction as an excuse for my art and I would finally get recognition as Alexander's wife. Excitement swirled within me as I envisioned the event. I imagined the elegant venue adorned with stunning artworks, the hushed whispers of bidders, and the air buzzing with anticipation. But most of all, I pictured myself standing alongside Alexander, as a lot of people bid on my art at a fair price.With the charity auction now a focal point of my day, my mind raced with ideas for the artwork I w
CHAPTER 77The hours passed in blissful solitude, my mind absorbed in the pages of the book, the words and pictures burning into my soul. But as the sun began its descent, casting a warm glow through the window, I heard the familiar sound of the room door opening. Alexander had returned home.He made his presence known with a gentle kiss on my forehead, his touch imbued with love and tenderness. I smiled up at him, basking in the warmth of his affection. The worries and stresses of the day seemed to melt away in his presence.I couldn't hold myself back and rushed to ask questions. "Alexander, why didn't you tell me we had been invited to an art charity auction event?""What Charity event?" He asked confused. "I found the invite in an envelope at the work table." I explained. A look of surprise crossed his face, followed by a sheepish expression. "Actually, I completely forgot to open it. It must still be downstairs."A mischievous glint shone in my eyes.
Chapter 78The smell of coffee was beginning to feel unappealing as I was getting way too used to it in the mornings. Alexander stood by the counter, a smile playing on his lips. His eyes twinkled with excitement, and I couldn't help but feel my heart skip a beat."Good morning, Emma," he greeted, leaning in to give me a gentle kiss on the cheek. "I have something important to tell you."I raised an eyebrow, curious. "What is it?"Alexander's smile widened. "We're going on a small vacation."I couldn't hide my excitement. "That sounds amazing! When are we leaving and to where?""Next week," he replied. "Which is why I've decided to take a few days off from work. I want us to make the most of our time together."A mix of emotions washed over me. I was thrilled at the prospect of spending quality time with Alexander, but at the same time, a pang of guilt surfaced. My mind raced with thoughts of the workload Alexander would be leaving behind."What's wrong?"
CHAPTER 79With the charity auction still a few days away, Alexander and I had more than enough time for ourselves, and Alexander promised that we'll have a great time here in Brooklyn. We'll go shopping and exploring and I couldn't wait for it.The first morning, we woke up early, ready to face Brooklyn and it's culture. We left the hotel room early too and came out to the open bustling streets of Brooklyn.Our first stop was a charming café nestled in a quaint neighborhood. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air as we savored our morning cup, there we made a simple plan of what to do next and after that and I took a lot of pictures to savor the moment forever.Energized and ready for the next stop, we set off to explore the city's iconic landmarks. We wandered through narrow alleys adorned with colorful murals, capturing snapshots of the vibrant street art that told stories of the city's rich history and spirit.In the afternoon, we found our
CHAPTER 130Emma's POV Just like the wind, the days cane and flew by. Before I knew it, it was Asher's birthday. I've been trying my best to convince Alexander and Olivia to at least reach out to their mother but neither of them were willing to give me a listening ear. Turned out fyn Mrs Collins was actually so wrong about both of them. At first Olivia would walk away from me at the mention of her mother but then after I had told her the story Mrs Collins had told me, I noticed that she had warmed up a bit.I could easily tell that for Olivia, all it took was a face to face apology from her mother and all will be okay. She is most definitely going to forgive. But Alexander.....He was a case study, I once had to bind him for him to be able to hear me out. I spoke about all the things Mrs Collins had told me and even explained just how much I feel for her as a mother that I am too. But Alexander always had a reply that undermines mine.There was no
CHAPTER 129Emma's POV " Olivia was already in a coma. For three long years, she lay there, and I couldn't bring myself to come home. I felt so ashamed and guilty. I thought I had ruined my daughter's life. I did get the alimony and thought to redeem myself in both their eyes by the fact that Olivia at least got something off from the marriage."Tears welled up in my eyes as I listened to Mrs Collins' heartbreaking confession. The weight of her guilt was palpable. She had made grave mistakes, but deep down, I could sense her love for Olivia.Mrs Collins looked at me, her eyes filled with regret. "Emma, during those years, I couldn't face Olivia, but I couldn't bear being away from both my children any longer. That's why I returned for Alexander. I wanted him to get married to a girl of my choice, someone I had thoroughly investigated and thought would be good for him. I knew it would be hard convincing him after all that happened with Olivia but I had
CHAPTER 128Emma's POV Mrs Collins nodded, her gaze filled with gratitude. "Thank you, Emma. Your words give me hope. I've made many mistakes, in my life but the greatest of all was neglecting them. Making them live their lives like my little puppets. I want them to know how much I love them."She sat back on the bench and let out a huge depressed sigh. I wondered how many mistakes she had made to make Alexander and Olivia be so mad at her.As we sat quietly on the bench Mrs Collins and I, a question burned within me. I mustered up the courage to ask, "Mrs Collins, may I ask why you were this way with your children. I do not want to seem intrusive but, we're your parents the same way with you?"Mrs Collins sighed, a mix of sorrow and regret on her face. She turned to me and said, "Emma, I wish to tell you a story. Do you wanna hear it?" She asked and I nodded gently." We weren't always so wealthy, you see, my parents weren't that poor, we were comfortab
CHAPTER 127Emma's POV A years later....A full year had flown by, and our little Asher had grown into a lively and mischievous toddler. On this particular day, Maria, Olivia, and I found ourselves engaged in a playful chase, trying to catch Asher and get him to put on his clothes. But he giggled and ran about, refusing to cooperate."Come on, Asher! It's time to get dressed," I called out, feeling a mix of exhaustion and amusement.But Asher just giggled even louder, darting away from us with his tiny legs carrying him swiftly. I could feel my energy draining, and I was close to giving up when I noticed him heading straight for the entrance of the mansion. Panic surged through me, and I hurried to catch up to him, not wanting him to hurt himself on the stairs of the pavement.Just as I reached the entrance, my heart skipped a beat as I came face to face with a pair of feet in ruby shiny slippers. I followed the gaze up, and shock washed over me like a ti
CHAPTER 126Emma's POV "This is for you, Emma. We thought it would be perfect for those late-night feedings and soothing moments."I sat down in the rocking chair, feeling its smooth wood against my back. "Thank you, Alexander. It's just what I need to cuddle and bond with Asher."He smiled warmly. "And see that shelf over there? It's filled with all the books Olivia and I loved reading when we were kids. We want Asher to grow up surrounded by stories and imagination. Who knows, he could be an artist like the both of us or be a writer like Olivia had always dreamed of being."I walked over to the shelf, tracing my fingers along the spines of the books. "Oh, I can't wait to read to him every night."The room was complete with a changing table, adorned with soft, fluffy towels and neatly organized diapers and baby products. There was also a small dresser for Asher's tiny clothes, each item carefully folded and arranged."Everything is ready for our little p
CHAPTER 1253rd person POV Dr. Johnson offered a faint smile, touched by his devotion. "That's the spirit. Remember, miracles do happen, and we're going to fight with everything we have to give Olivia the best chance at recovery."As the doctor turned to leave, he paused and looked back at Alexander and James. "Take care of yourselves too. It's important to stay strong for her. I'll be back to update you as soon as there are any changes."With that, Dr. Johnson disappeared down the corridor, leaving Alexander and James alone with their thoughts and worries. "She'll be fine, am sure of it," Alexander whispered, his voice filled with determination. "She has to be. She's not leaving me this way."James squeezed his hand, his voice filled with hope. "She won't. This is the most cowardly way to die giving Olivia's personality."And so, with heavy hearts and unwavering love, Alexander and James prepared themselves for the long and uncertain hours ahead. Wit
CHAPTER 1243rd person POVA week before...After Olivia had gotten shot and passed out to the ground, James kept trying his best to wake her up, he was slapping lightly at her face as tears streamed down his cheeks. He had never looked or felt so vulnerable in his entire life.Meanwhile Lance was raging in anger as the policies had caught up to him and Alexander followed. He glared at Alexander like he wanted to chop him into pieces at that exact moment."Alexander! You fool! What do you think will happen to your company? Your fucking life work? Do you think just because you turned yourself in means you won't get punished? I will reveal it all! I will!." She yelled non stop but Alexander had his cool emotionless face on the whole time. Slowly he leaned into Lance."Do you really think I had no idea about these consequences? And don't forget, I also know the most darkest of your secrets. Do you remember that Andrew?" He said and pulled away.There was a
Chapter 123Olivia's POV Just as I was lost in my thoughts, the door suddenly swung open, and Alexander walked in, cradling a precious bundle in his arms. It was Asher, Emma and Alexander's baby. I watched as surprise flashed across his face when he noticed me sitting there. He looked overwhelmed, but there was something else in his eyes, something I couldn't quite place."Olivia?" Alexander's voice quivered with astonishment. " You're finally awake? Since when? What are you doing here?""Alexander" I called, standing up and taking a few steps toward him. "I... I wanted to see Emma. I've missed her so much."His gaze shifted from me to Emma, and that's when he saw the tear stains on her face. His eyes widened, and he hurriedly made his way to her side, gently passing Asher into my waiting arms."Emma, my love," Alexander whispered, his voice filled with longing and concern. "I've missed you more than words can express. Please, come back to me. I've made everything okay. I fixed it a
Chapter 122Olivia's POV After the examination, the doctor looked satisfied. "Everything looks good, Olivia. You've come a long way, and it's great to see you awake and well. We'll keep you for a little longer for observation, but if all goes well, you should be able to go home soon."I frleanedt so relieved to hear that. Home sounded like the best place to be right now, I didn't like the hospital smell or the food here.As the doctor left the room, I turned to James, gratitude shining in my eyes. "Thank you for being here, James. And thank you all for never giving up on me."James held my hand tightly, his voice filled with emotion. "Olivia, you scared me so much. I couldn't bear the thought of losing you."Tears welled up in my eyes as I realized the impact my absence had on him. "I'm so sorry, James. I didn't mean to worry you."He shook his head, his voice filled with a mixture of relief and sadness. "It's not your fault, Olivia. Just promise me you'll take care of yourself from