This author isn't an advocate for women's abuse; it's fictional. This chapter has mature content and abuse. Whip! Whip!“Ahhhhh! Let me go. Please, let me go. Let me go.” Aster screamed and wailed at the top of her lungs while attempting to flee from the assault caused by the men above. But regardless of what Aster did, she couldn't escape from the guards and the brutal whips that tore her skin the instant they landed on her.The wide room was cramped up with over thirty naked guards occasionally walking to the bed. At the epicenter of the wide room was a bed, which Aster currently lay on, attending to a few of the several guards.Aster's face was extremely pale—it was not an overestimation to say her face was as white as a sheet; currently, her face and skin were flushed due to the pain that coursed through her; a couple of red marks lay on her skin; red and blue-black bruises lay on her skin; and her hair was extremely tousled and messy. Aster's clothes have long been discarded,
A surge of fury overwhelmed Aster at the realization, but in the next second, a sense of helplessness replaced it. So what if Aster was infuriated by her current condition? In fact, she's unable to do anything to save herself. Who knows what Aster's state will be by the time she leaves here? Who knows if she will even get out of here alive? Immediately, a thought appeared in Aster's mind. She can't let them continue to treat her as they want. Yes, she had to end it all. Thinking about it, there's nothing left for her in the world. Her career had fallen. Her family doesn't care about her, and she doesn't have any loved ones either. She seems to have lived her life in vain. But in the next minute, a surge of unwillingness overwhelmed Aster's whole being. She's really unwilling! Yes, Aster is really unwilling to die like that! She's really unwilling to end in a gruesome way while Lotus that bitch gets to enjoy life next to Zaire Ludovic's side. Lotus, that bitch! Even if Aster e
“What do you want me to do?” Aster inquired and clenched her fist; a surge of hatred directed at Lotus and the whole Meyer burned through her. Aster gnashed her teeth and promised not to let this slide. She promised to repay them in folds. Venus leaned forward, her gloved hand holding the steering wheel tight. Her eyes flashed with a devious glance. “Lotus is pregnant,” she asserted. Upon hearing this, Aster froze, and her eyes turned cold. “What did you say? Lotus is pregnant?” The thought that Lotus already had a good life and a happy family when Aster's life was on the verge of breaking apart made Aster's heart burn. Aster scowled coldly. “That bitch dared to get pregnant for him? If it wasn't for me, would she be able to have him? How dare Lotus treat me like that? How dare she treat us like that when she already has Zaire Ludovic to herself…” Venus’ back unconsciously straightened, and her squinted eyes fell on Aster. At first, Venus was a bit suspicious that Aster might n
…“Okay. Nice meeting you, Mr. Baker. Thanks for the partnership between our company.” Lotus smiled elegantly, stood up, and extended her hand to shake hands with the older man in his late fifties.“Mrs. Lotus is very brilliant. I'm glad about this partnership.” The man stood up and nodded in approval. He chatted with Lotus for a few minutes before he walked out of the private room.Lotus picked up her bag and elegantly made her way out of the five-star restaurant.Lotus' eyes fell on the wristwatch she strapped on her wrist. She exhaled in relief when she saw that the time was 1:54 p.m.Ever since Zaire knew Lotus had gotten pregnant, Zaire made sure that Lotus' safety was paramount, among other things. Zaire was so protective that at first, he was hell-bent on Lotus not working anymore. Rather, he wanted Lotus to stay home.Lotus had to beg Zaire repeatedly before Zaire reluctantly agreed to Lotus working for three months. Moreover, Zaire left so many conditions, which included tha
Lotus froze, her eyes enlarged, and her blood ran cold due to shock, not expecting the outcome.But in the next minute, Lotus snapped out of her shock and made an attempt to take a step forward and descend the stairs to help Aubree.Although Lotus disliked Aubree, it wasn't to the point that she'd watch Aubree die in her presence!However, before Lotus could take a step, Aubree held her stomach in pain.Aubree's face had turned completely pale, and her lips had turned white. She wrinkled her face and bemoaned, “Lotus, I know you're dissatisfied by how things end up, but you don't have to go as far as pushing me down the stairs, do you?” Aubree screamed in accusations, attracting crowds to them.Aubree's eyes flashed immediately. She wasn't afraid that the evidence would be revealed; after all, it's famously known that the CCTV around the staircase was spoiled.Upon hearing Aubree's accusation, Lotus' expression turned pale, and her eyes widened in shock. Lotus only attempted to pry a
The instant the car came to a pause, Zaire picked up Lotus in a bridal-style and strode into the mansion at a long, fast pace. Upon seeing Zaire's cold expression, a certain doctor immediately took a step back and tried to remain as discreet as possible. Zaire ignored the stupid doctor, strode toward the bedroom, and entered the bathroom. He placed Lotus into the bathtub and carefully bathed the silent Lotus before returning to the bedroom. Zaire helped Lotus put on silky pajamas, tucked her into the bed, and placed a kiss on her forehead. “I'll be back.” He utteredLotus nodded her head quietly. She bit her lower lip and let out a hoarse whisper, “Thank you, hubby.”Zaire lowered his head and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead. “It will be fine.” He stated firmly, and Lotus nodded, choosing to believe in Zaire.As soon as Zaire strode out of the bedroom, Lotus took out her phone and unlocked it. Lotus silently tapped on the social app, and just as she expected, the news of her
“Lotus, that bitch. How dare she? That slut is truly venomous and vile. Luckily, that bitch didn't become a member of our Lynch family, or else it will be our Lynch family’s misfortune.” Lane Lynch berated in a cold voice, her eyes filled with loathing and her face wrinkled at the mention of Lotus.But in the next minute, her eyes fell on the ward, and her expression instantly switched to the one filled with heartache. Although Lane Lynch was sad and disappointed with how Dylan's marriage with Lotus ended, Lane didn't expect that Lotus would be as cruel to make Aubree miscarry. Lotus, that bitch is truly shameless and evil! Her shamelessness truly knew no bounds. Lotus already had the Ludovic family, yet she won't let their Lynch family go. It's truly their Lynch family's misfortune to be acquainted with a vile slut like Lotus.Ellie's face reddened in indignation upon recalling Lotus' attitude. Ellie had always been placed high with everyone fawning at her; when has she ever been s
“Young Madam, a lady named Aster who claimed to be your sister is outside the mansion and asking for permission to see the young madam.” The sudden words of a guard outside the room drifted into Lotus' ears.Immediately, Lotus paused the typing on her laptop, and her expression changed. Lotus' eyes squinted, and different thoughts began to pervade her mind. This place had always been secretive and secure; how did Aster know of Zaire's mansion? The more Lotus thought like this, the more her expression knitted due to confusion. A thought surfaced in her mind: something is amiss.Immediately, Lotus' eyes flashed with an indecipherable glint. It was the day before that the issue with Aubree happened, and now Aster mysteriously knew her way to the mansion; Lotus doesn't believe that Aster is simply here for an innocent reason.Lotus leaned back against the sofa, multiple emotions coursing through her. “Let her in.” “Yes madam,” The guard responded respectfully and strode away.Lotus imm
SIDE STORY 1: CHASING ZELDA “Ahhhhh!” Quist raised his neck and let out his outburst into the sky for the umpteenth time. After receiving two pieces of good news at the same time, how could he hold back from screaming? He certainly can’t. On the same day, Quist knew about Zelda's pregnancy, and on the same day, Zelda accepted his proposal. Quist felt that he could die tonight in bliss. Wait. No. No. He can't think so badly. If he dies tonight, then how can he end with his Zelda? No, he doesn't want to die! Immediately, Quist snapped out of his thoughts and hugged Zelda. “Wife…” Immediately, Zelda snorted, slapped Quist's hand, and glared at him. This silly playboy. She told him to chase after her properly; is this how to chase after a girl? “Mr. Quist, the proper way to chase after a girl is starting from introduction…” “Yes. Yes. Yes.” Quist nodded his head obediently and introduced, “I am Quist, Zelda's future husband. You are Zelda, Quist's beautiful wife.” The minute he comp
“Mom, I just called Dad, and an aunty with a sweet voice picked up the call.” The four-year-old Agassiz lowered the phone from his ear and blinked his black eyes innocently.As soon as he completed his words, he threw his phone onto the table and happily sauntered toward Arina, his younger twins. He cruelly tugged at Arina's hair twice and grinned wickedly.Arina pressed her lips together and glared at Agassiz before continuing to play games on her phone.Immediately after Lotus and Zaire’s wedding five years ago, the couple decided to settle down with the Landry family. Upon seeing the Landry family's top-notch medical skills and service, Zaire immediately switched to being a medical researcher with the intent of finding cures for rare diseases for non-profit use.Upon hearing Agassiz's words, Lotus carefully held her waist; her stomach bulged, revealing her six-month pregnancy. She stared at Agassiz gently and softly asked, “You called dad?”Agassiz paused in front of Lotus, blinke
“Your phone is ringing again. It’s your hubby Zaire.” Zelda enunciated and sighed for the umpteenth time while raising Lotus's phone in the air for Lotus to see her phone screen. Upon hearing Zelda’s words, Lotus’ eyes lit up, and she hurriedly separated from the hair and makeup staff who were currently applying makeup to her face while fixing her hair. “Bring it over. Bring it over.” Lotus waved her hand in the air and enthusiastically beckoned Zelda Upon hearing Lotus’ words, Zelda shook her head, snorted, and threw Lotus’ phone into the drawer. Lotus's expression changed immediately, and she glared at Zelda unhappily. Zelda folded her arms and began to chide Lotus. Zelda has always believed that Quist was the most clingy, but upon being in the couple’s vicinity, she realized that Lotus and Zaire were super clingy with each other. “Don’t even think about it.” The both of you just didn’t meet each other last night, but you still won’t let each other be. Just this morning you
Lotus held Zaire's hand and strolled her high school street, her eyes bright and a pleasant smile plastered on her face.Even though Lotus enjoyed visiting this place in the past, ever since she married Zaire, she was a bit worried about visiting this place. Lotus was afraid that Zaire might be unhappy with her visiting this place since she and Dylan were the ones who used to come here.But it turns out that her thoughts were really unnecessary because Zaire was the one who brought her here for a date.Lotus held Zaire's hand and eagerly strolled into her high school building. Currently, the school was on vacation, and it was during the weekend, which means no one was in the school's vicinity.Lotus held Zaire's hand and eagerly led him toward her classroom while pointing and explaining every part of the school.Lotus beamed and pointed at one of the front seats. “That's where I sit." Immediately she dragged Zaire toward the chair and table, and they sat down next to each other.Back
“Please come in, young master.” The instant Zaire arrived at the Landry mansion early the next morning, one of the Landry guards bowed to Zaire and said.Upon hearing the guard’s words, Zaire’s eyes flickered with amazement. He already expected the Landry family to scheme and prevent him from stepping into the mansion, but it turns out that they won’t resort so low...“Daddy, you’re here!” A loud scream resounded in the mansion and invaded Zaire’s ears. Instantly, two cute little legs bolted toward Zaire and jumped on Zaire.Zaire bent low and carried Maeva. Immediately, Zaire raised Maeva and twirled her around, causing her to giggle joyfully.It was only after a minute or two did Zaire hug her and pull her cheeks endearingly, a fatherly smile on his face. “Little princess.”“Good morning, dad. I missed you.” Maeva hooked her hands around Zaire’s neck and placed a loud kiss on his cheek. Zaire chuckled and rubbed her hair endearingly. “Dad missed little Princess Maeva a lot.” He exp
Upon seeing the fierce gazes that landed on them, Lotus’ face flushed red in embarrassment. She subtly pinched Zaire’s waist before inwardly chiding him for his actions. Zaire’s lips curved up, and he rubbed her endearingly.Lotus’ attention was grabbed by Reuben’s presence, and she lowered her head slightly to greet Reuben. “Reuben…”Reuben took a step forward, and his eyes brushed Zaire before flashing a provocative smirk at Zaire. So what if Zaire and Lotus are together? Reuben and Lotus came from the same world. Reuben smiled at Lotus gently, “I didn’t want to yet somehow I ended up here to sightsee, but it turns out..." He paused and took a glance at the place with eyes flickering with contempt. “Is this what you go through here…” unclean air, not so clean water...Understanding what Reuben implicitly meant, Lotus’s eyes flashed with disapproval. “I was born here all my life. What do you think?” Lotus retorted with a frown. No one chooses to be born in a certain place; how can
“Zaire?” Lotus’s eyes widened and her lips parted upon hearing Zaire’s words. She turned to Zaire in shock, not expecting him to sacrifice so much just for their family.Zaire had his family, friends, and life here, but he’s willing to sacrifice it just to make their family return to being together. Lotus’ heart melted, and she felt a surge of warmth invade her whole being. Zaire really loves her a lot.The Landry family's eyes flickered in amazement, but they disappeared in the next minute. The Ludovic family was calm as if they expected that result.Immediately, George snorted and rebutted harshly, his displeasure and loathing evident on his face and voice. “We have no space for strays,” he intoned.“Dad. Grandpa. Mom. Grandma.” Lotus’ expression changed, and she rebutted unhappily. How could they just come to a conclusion without even giving them the chance to prove themselves? Zaire is more than capable; how could her father call Zaire a stray?Zaire subtly held Lotus’s hand and
Lotus burrowed into Zaire’s embrace and puffed her cheeks in unhappiness. “I really itch to give that bitch a slap or flaunt to her at least.” Unfortunately, Lotus didn’t even cast a glance at Venus that bitch.Zaire poked her cheeks and chuckled in amusement. “She’s not worthy.” Lotus doesn’t need to dirty her hands because of a bitch like Venus. He consoled.Upon hearing Zaire’s words, Lotus nodded in agreement, her unhappiness dissipating without a trace. She hooked her arms around Zaire’s neck and rubbed her head in his neck coquettishly. “That’s right.” She acquiesced. Zaire gently placed a kiss on her fingers and played with her fingers. “Let’s go on a date.”Upon hearing Zaire’s words, a surge of happiness overwhelmed Lotus’s whole being, but in the next minute, she harrumphed, thrust out her chin, and puffed her cheeks cockily. “Why should I go on a date with you? You should coax me first.” She braggedZaire’s expression softened, and he poked her cheeks. His little and arrog
“Boss,” Wolf called and bowed respectfully the instant he picked up Zaire’s call. Zaire leaned back, his face blank and his eyes glazed. “Capture Venus; she’s making her escape out of the country,” Zaire ordered coldly, his head fixated on the keyboard screen. Upon hearing Zaire’s order, all trace of leisureness in Wolf disappeared, and his fist clenched. He hesitated, “Boss. Miss Venus has always…” Zaire’s brows arched, and his glazed eyes were replaced with extreme coldness. “Huh?” Even though Zaire and Wolf weren’t in the same place, it was as if the temperature had dropped, causing a trace of chills to run down Wolf’s spine. Although Zaire only let out a sound, it was enough for Wolf to know the implicit meaning behind Zaire’s words. He could only bite down his words and replied carefully, "Yes, boss.” As soon as Zaire cut off the call, Wolf lowered the phone from his ear. Wolf’s fist clenched, and his thoughts began to run chaotically, his emotions spiraling. He suddenly