I fell in love with the simple, yet elegant decorations. It made me feel a little bit at home.Ten minutes later, I was done. You look beautiful, ma'am!” Selena said after putting the final touch to my clipped bun-hairstyle.“Thank you!” I said while staring at the sea blue eyes gazing back at me from the dressing mirror. The emerald necklace compliment the black color off-shoulder styled lengthy gown. Suddenly someone knocked gently on the closed door.“Yes!” Quickly Selena went to check out the reason for the knock. Opening, and closing back the door swiftly, I couldn't tell who the person was.“Ma'am, It's time!” She rushed towards me while I stood up slowly. Holding my black color clutch sized purse, we both went downstairs, where he was already waiting for me.“I thought I said twenty minutes?” He said while checking his wristwatch, the moment he saw me. “Sorry I'm… .. late!” I paused on my words on seeing him dressed up in a simple white color totem-neck styled long sleeve swe
“Now, tell me doctor Kim? Is she…is she in any sort of danger? Is she…is she dieing?” I asked coldy, my eyes red from fear, and uncertainty.“Please, stop that! My baby isn't dieing, or going to! Right, doctor Kim?” My mom asked, already walking towards us.“Of course not, Mr Chester!. She is fine, Lady Ave!. But she needs a lot of bed rest, and medications to help boost up her immune systems, especially her white blood cell. She must have have seen or experience a great deal of ill experiences…!” He was still trying to say something when I interrupted him.“I'll experiences like what? Make me understand you better, doctor Kim!” I tried to refrain myself from yelling at the top of my voice. God! I'm going crazy!.“Like trauma, Mr Chester! Traumatizing situations or reoccurring experiences that might have happened to her which can cause damages to the nerves system, or brain if not properly handled. She is a strong lady, but the limit has been crossed. I would recommend she undergo the
“What the hell is she saying?” I wondered silently, but she wasn't joking! I could tell with the frown on her face. “Meaning?” I said with my slightly raised eyebrows. “Meaning! It's not compulsory for her to be the one to marry you” She said about to walk out of the room, and I followed suit. “But you made the pronouncement yourself?” I said, and she paused on her way downstair, and turned to glare at me. “Really?” She scoffed loudly. “Well, I can as well make another announcement then!” She said, and then continued walking. “You can't mom!” I hurried after her. “Why can't I? I didn't raise you up to become a jerk, young man!. That girl is very precious to me unlike you, though!” She stopped walking. “Of course she is precious to me mom! Do you know how much she means to me?” I said, my emotions getting the best of me, now. "That is a lie, Chester! You, and I know what the truth is! I clearly remembered you saying the main reasons of you deceiving her this far!” She s
LADY AVE MERIDA POV That son of my thinks he can actually outsmart me? He must be joking! I gave birth to him and not the other way around. I knew he loved her but his pride won't just let him admit it. And now that he feel overwhelmed, he let out the cat in the bag!. He probably doesn't know that I belong to the Denzel's Generation? Just how these Genz generation thinks they are wise! What the nerves he has though!. “Well, this is just the tips of the ice berg! I hope he takes my advice and doesn't ruin it all over again!. But one thing is sure! I am definitely watching out for my daughter in-law!” I said while driving back home.“But come to think of his proposal? The Alexandria I know won't accept that jerk’s proposal so easily! Or did he threaten her with her job?. Because that boy of mine is ready to do anything just to protect his ego, and arrogance. Well, I need to ask Alex about this, when she is alright!” I said to myself, while turning right, and then drove into the estate
CHESTER BLACKWOOD POV “She is fine, Mr Chester! Thankfully, she isn't in any form of danger! But like I said she still needs a lot of bed rest!” Doctor Kim, whom I had literally threatened to come over, said after examining Alex's body. “Are you sure she is fine? She sounded confused when she woke up some minutes ago!” I said, while looking at her calm face, her chest swaying up and down in a peaceful sleep. “Yes Sir! She will be alright!” He replied, already waiting for me to dismiss him. “Thank you doctor Kim, and sorry for the way I spoke to you on phone earlier on!" "It's okay, Mr Chester! You acted that way because you are worried about your fiancee. I would have done the same too!" He replied with a smile and I did the same. “Alright, doctor Kim. We will see tomorrow morning!” I said with a brief handshake before escorting him out of the room. On getting back a minute later, I opened the door slowly, peeped at her and then closed it back as quietly as possible. My mind
Seeing my quietness, he sat down close to me, on the bed. “Are you okay? Should I call the doctor over, now?” He asked while trying to feel my pulse. “When did he become a doctor?” I said inwardly. “Hmm…thank you so much for saving my life!” I said after a slight cough. “I didn't! The doctor did! Besides you are my wife now, hence it's my responsibility to protect you!” He said calmly still feeling my pulse. Suddenly I felt dizzy, and shut my eyes because of the wrobbing pain in my head. “Are you okay?” he said, and I frowned. “This mask! I have seen in somewhere else before! Yes, it was the mask in my dream! But how come he is wearing it now? Well, maybe it means nothing!” I resolved within me, while coughing slightly. “Calm down! Relax, dear!" You will be fine, alright!” He said carelesing my hair before calling out for Selena. “Yes, Sir!” Selena hurried in, and i fear she doesn't tripped over on the ground some days. “Is the meal ready?” “Yes, Sir!” “Good! Help her fres
“Mom! Welcome mom!" I said, feeling relieved at her mere presence. “Oh my pretty daughter! I was so worried about you! How are you doing now? Are you alright! Should I take you to a hospital..!” She rushed towards the bed, sat down beside me, and tried to careful examine my body for any injuries. “Mom! I'm fine! You don't have to worry about me!” I was still saying something when the opens and Selena ushered doctor Kim into the room. “Hello, doctor Kim! Is my daughter in-law alright now? She said, her eyes glimmering with concern, and anxiety. “Yes ma'am! She is very more okay now, but she still needs bed rest” He replied, before proceeding to examine me. “Mom, you see? I am alright!” I said with a smile. “Alright, alright, if you say so! But just like he said, you need a enough bed rest!” She said, patting my hair. “Mom! That is exactly what I have been doing and frankly, I'm tired of laying down in one position all day long!” I said rolling my eyes, and she laughed softly. “
LADY AVE MERIDA POV I got home and the housekeeper informed me of the chef's prepared dishes. I actually instructed them to do the dishes before visiting Alex, but now, I don't feel like eating anymore.“Not now, I'm not hungry yet!" I said while walking straight to my bedroom. My husband went on a business summit, and not yet back. Pulling of my clothes, I entered the bathroom, turned on the shower and let the water flow over my body. It had a soothing effect on my rasing nerves.“I fell so terrible about this whole situation! I fell like I am deceiving her along with that jerk of a son. I really wish I can oppose this marriage but then I really want her to be my daughter in-law. She is different from the other girls around my son. Those ones are all golddiggers, only after my son's hard-earned money and fame if being called Mrs Chester.“What should I do, now?. Alex my dear, I hope you will forgive me when you finally learn about the truth in the future?” I said while the water kee
CHESTER BLACKWOOD POV I barely paid attention as to my mother's finalized the details of my first meeting with Madeline Brooks. The so-called “perfect match” my parents had chosen for me. I knew I was expected to play along, to sit through dinner, smile, and pretend to care. But deep down, there was only one woman on my mind—Alex.... Despite all my efforts, she remained a ghost, slipping further away with each passing day. My private investigators had failed me. My mother’s words about Alex being dead still haunted me, but my heart refused to believe it. She was out there. She had to be. The night of the dinner came faster than i expected. Seated in an upscale restaurant, i barely glanced at Madeline as she spoke animatedly about her family’s businesses. “I know your mother wanted us to meet,” she said, swirling her wine glass. “But honestly, Chester, you look like you’d rather be anywhere else.” I smirked, leaning back in my chair. “Observant.” Madeline sighed. “Look, I’m not in
Meanwhile… Across the country, I sat hunched on the edge of my bed, my head pounding violently. A cold sweat drenched my skin, my entire body burning with fever.I clenched my fists, struggling to breathe. muscles ached, my vision swam, and my limbs felt unbearably heavy. My mother’s words from earlier haunted me. "Maybe she’s truly dead…my breath hitched, with chest tightening with agony. No. Alex wasn’t dead. She couldn’t be. But as my fever worsened, my mind began playing cruel tricks on me. I could hear her voice....soft, distant ...calling out to me. I could see the way she used to look at me, love shining in her eyes… before that love turned into pain. “Alex…” I rasped, gripping my temples as dizziness overtook me. Then, everything went black.*****CHRISTIAN POVI have been waiting downstairs, rushed up after hearing the loud thud from my boss's bedroom. My heart nearly stopped when I found my boss collapsed on the floor, completely unresponsive. “Shit! Boss!” With
Daniel, who had been silently watching, let out a deep breath. "She’s right, you know," he muttered. I remained still. "You should’ve treated her better," Daniel added. "You had everything, man. And now—" He shook his head. "You’re just letting yourself rot." I didn’t respond. I barely noticed when Daniel left, the villa falling into silence once again. Then, as if moving on instinct, I stumbled toward my bedroom. My feet felt heavy, my chest tight, as i entered the dark space, and headed straight for the bathroom. Without removing my clothes, i turned the shower on, stepping beneath the cold water. It hit me like a shock to the system. Memories flooded my mind. Alex’s laughter, her soft voice, the way she used to look at me when she still believed in me. Then the pain. The way her eyes darkened with betrayal. The way she flinched whenever i raised his voice. The way she walked away, leaving me with nothing but regret. A deep, strangled sob tore from my throat. I pressed my
CHESTER BLACKWOOD POV I stared at the bottom of my glass, the amber liquid barely reflecting the man I had become.A ghost!. A shell of the arrogant, ruthless businessman I once was.It had been months. Long, agonizing months since Alex disappeared. Since she left without a single trace, vanishing from my world like a cruel illusion.At first, i had been convinced i would find her. That no matter where she ran, no matter how far she tried to escape, i would track her down and bring her back.But every lead ended in nothing. Every investigator failed him.Every single day without her chipped away at my sanity, leaving me to drown in a darkness no one could pull me from."That’s enough, Chester," Daniel's voice cut through the thick silence of the Villa. In shame, I had returned back to Washington DC. My parents and some business partners laughed me to scorn. But, did I care?. Daniel, His best friend, was the only one who hadn't given up on me. And night , as usual, he stood near th
ALEXANDRIA POV The room was filled with the sharp cries of a newborn, his tiny fists clenched as he took his first breath in this world.Tears streamed down my face as the nurse gently placed him in my arms. His skin was soft, warm, and his little chest rose, and fell as he let out whimpers, adjusting to life outside the womb.I was exhausted, but nothing could dull the overwhelming love that consumed me whole.My son. I wiped my tears as I took a better look at him, and the moment my eyes landed on his face, my breath hitched.His sharp features. The familiar curve of his lips.The same gray, piercing eyes.No… it wasn’t possible.Yet, as I traced the contours of his face, there was no denying it. He looked exactly like Chester Despites my moments of Joy, a part of me shattered all over again. I had fought so hard, left everything behind, built an entirely new life to escape him.And yet, every time I looked at my son, he would be staring right back at me?."What is wrong, Alex?"
CHESTER BLACKWOOD POV I couldn’t breathe. The moment I walked into her apartment and found it empty, a deep, suffocating panic took hold of me.Alex, was gone!. There was no forwarding address. No goodbye note. Nothing. My hands trembled as I gripped the back of a chair, my entire body feeling cold, hollow, shattered. I lost her. I really lost her this time. The pain in my chest was unbearable, a sharp, twisting knife that dug deeper with every second. I had fought for her. Begged for her. Waited for her. And she still chose to leave?. A bitter, hollow laugh escaped my lips as I collapsed onto the couch, staring blankly at the ceiling. For months, I had believed that if I just tried harder, if I just proved myself, she would come back to me. But now? Now, I was nothing but a miserable, broken man, still madly, crazily in love with a woman who didn’t want me anymore. I pressed my hands over my face, my chest heaving as the suffocating truth settled in. If Alex was t
And I will spend the rest of my life proving that to you, whether you let me back in or not." I swallowed, looking away. I wanted to believe him. I wanted to hold onto my anger. But then, his voice softened. "I don’t just want to be in the baby’s life, Alex. I want to be in yours." I met his gaze, my heart hammering fast like a wheel. "Say the word," he whispered. "And I’ll walk away. But if there’s even a part of you that still feels something for me—tell me, and I’ll never stop fighting for us." The weight of his words crushed me. Because the truth was… I still felt something. And I hated it. "I just need time, Chester." His expression flickered—hope, pain, frustration. But he nodded. "I’ll wait." His voice was steady, but I could see the strain in his eyes. I swallowed hard. "This isn't just about us. It’s about our child. I need to be sure." He exhaled slowly, running a hand through his hair. "I understand, Alex. Take all the time you need." And with that, he left, but not
I never thought I’d find myself in this position again—sitting across from Chester's mother. She has to come over to Manhattan. Defended me from Natasha and her endless emotional torture. This woman has always looked out for me and I am grateful for her love. I can't just ignore her call anymore. She sat before me, her posture composed as always and her eyes… they held what I have come to love her for.Genuine concern. For me. For the baby. And also, for her son. The private dining room of one of Manhattan’s most exclusive restaurants was quiet, save for the distant hum of conversation from outside. A setting fitting for a Blackwood matriarch, but I felt so much warmth sitting before her. Strangely enough, I felt at peace. I felt this feeling I had missed for some months now. And I regret putting her in the dark. I wish I didn't pushed her away when she offered to help. "Thank you for meeting me," She said, her voice cool and kind. I folded my hands in my lap. "I almost didn’t.
I stared at the screen in disbelief. Natasha stood behind a podium, her expression carefully crafted—vulnerable yet poised. "I know the world sees me as the villain," she began, her voice trembling just enough to be convincing. "But I never meant to hurt anyone." Liar. I gritted my teeth as she continued. "CEO Chester Blackwood and I have history. A deep, undeniable connection. And while I’ve made mistakes, so has he." She exhaled, her eyes glistening with fake tears. "The truth is, Chester has always come back to me. Even after Alex left, he—" I shut the laptop. I couldn’t listen anymore. I had been through enough. She was trying to break me. To make me doubt everything. But I wouldn’t let her win. Not this time. Ava stormed into my office, her phone clutched in her hand. "Boss, you need to see this." I tensed. "More headlines?" "Not just headlines." She turned the phone around. It was a live feed. Of Chester. Standing outside Natasha’s press conference. With a microph