FIVE YEARS LATER“Zaire,” Freya called out behind Zaire; her shoe heels clinked against the floor, and she jogged slightly while trying to catch up with Zaire.Unfortunately, Zaire’s eyes were cold to the brim, and he walked past behind Freya as if he hadn’t seen her.Zaire didn’t even stop or take a glance at Freya. It was as if he didn’t notice her!Immediately, Freya stepped forward and extended her hand as if to touch Zaire, but before she could, two guards blocked Freya’s path. “I'm sorry, madam. Our boss doesn’t accept stranger’s touch.” They calmly reported. The guard only stopped blocking Freya’s path after Zaire’s car had left the Zetus company.Freya’s eyes turned red, and tears slipped past her eyes, remorse evident in her eyes. Had she known that this was how it would end, she would never have done it. She would have just closed her eyes and trusted in Darvish and Fickel’s judgment. Now she had lost her son!Although Zaire didn’t put anyone in the eyes in the past, at le
The door was knocked twice and was pushed open to reveal a gorgeous yet feminine office decorated in beige. A tall and masculine handsome man smiled while holding a paper bag containing a package. “Lotus, I brought you your favorite…”Little Maeva jumped down from the chair she was sitting on and swinging her feet, and she scurried toward Reuben. Little Maeva placed her right hand on her hips, stuck out her chest, and used her other hand to point at Rebnen, posing as an elder. “Hmph. Stinky uncle. I tell you, my dad is very handsome and fierce. Once I meet Dad, I will report you to Dad, and Dad will kick your ass. Hmph, stop chasing my mom; my mom is not single!” Little Maeva used her little hand to flick her hair and glared at Reuben while chiding him in her sweet and tiny, cute voice.Lotus took off her glass and paused her typing on the keyboard, yet she didn’t move a bit.Reuben’s eyes flashed with embarrassment, and he quickly took a glance at Lotus. He sighed
“Good night, mom and dad. Thanks for bringing us home.” Lotus in a silky pajama bowed and waved to Serenity and George until their car disappeared. Lotus turned back and began to make her way toward the gorgeous mansion she resides in, but in the next minute, she paused in her steps and arched her brows.Reuben rubbed his hands together and ran his hands through his hair nervously. He took a step forward; his eyes fell on the beautiful woman’s delicate face. “Lotus, I…”Lotus pressed her lips together and stared at Reuben. She interjected calmly before he could complete his words, “I am sorry, Reuben.”Upon hearing Lotus’s response, Reuben's eyes were filled with sadness, yet he nodded his head in acknowledgment. Reuben lowered his head to stare at the woman’s face and calmly responded, “I understand. I just wanted to confess to you. I will be sad if I don’t.”Lotus’ lips curled up in a smile, and she nodded her head indifferently. “Hm. Goodnight.” As soon as she completed her words
A sweet smile hung on Aster's face. She held her ballroom gown and arrogantly descended the stairs. Her chest was stuck out, and her chin was raised cockily. “Mom. Dad. I will be getting the movie queen award today.” She declared arrogantly Upon hearing this, Ezra and Riley nodded to Aster and responded in a fawning tone, as if afraid that if they failed to impress Aster, they would be kicked out. “Yes. My Aster is so talented. Only Aster is worthy enough to bring the award home.Aster’s smug expression suddenly broke, and her face turned pale as if it had been a drain of blood. She took a step back as if she had just seen something scary, her heart racing so much as if it would fly out of her chest and her stomach churning. Aster’s body turned weak.Immediately, she screamed at the top of her lungs and pointed at the door while shivering with fear. “Ahhhhh! Ghost. Ghost. Mom. Dad. I have just seen Lotus’s goat. Get it away. Get it away from me.” She cried out and tried to scurry bac
A few hours later, it was time for the movie queen award. It began with playing interesting scenes from the movie while evaluating all the nominated acting. After doing so, the host lowered his head and called out, “The movie Queen of the Year was nominated to several people, and now it has fallen to one.” He paused and grinned, causing a lot of holler. This host was famously known to tease the crowds until they almost lost their minds. The host looked down at the booklet in his hand and declared, “And the movie queen of this year is... actress Aster.” Upon hearing this, the hall went silent momentarily, and their eyes fell on Aster. Several complex emotions flickered past their eyes. Although Aster’s acting had increased compared to the past, deep down they all knew many newbies could act better than Aster, so how can Aster win a movie queen award? There are several veteran awards with over 10 years of acting and millions of fans that were right for the award; how could it be
The sudden news that hit the media rocked the country so much and spread like wildfire. Although netizens knew that most companies wouldn’t grow just simply and naturally, they were still shocked by the dirty acts Ezra Meyer, Aubree, and Dylan's family's company had gotten involved in over the years. Some of the illegal acts they had indulged in included embezzlement, murder, corruption, bullying, smuggling of illegal goods, engaging in illegal activities, etc.After the release of this information, it was guaranteed that the three families, including their children, would be spending life imprisonment. Zaire arched his brows and leaned forward. His eyes fell on the dainty face of the woman. The woman had limpid, beautiful big black eyes that were clear and bright like a web of shiny stars on a starry night, straight jet black hair that fell to the waist, a cute button nose, and soft and pliable seductive plump red lips that seemed to call one for a kiss. The woman has grown so beau
Lotus felt her heart turn warm. What more evidence does she need about this man’s love for her? Even though it’s been five years, he still recalled their baby. Upon recalling Maeva, Lotus’s lips unconsciously curved up in a smile. It could be said that her little devilish cupcake’s life was tenacious. Despite all the incidents, her little baby stuck by her. It was all thanks to her little cupcake that she was able to find the courage to move on during the years. Lotus took out her phone and swiftly called Maeva in a video call. “Mom.” Maeva’s eyes crinkled, and a beautiful peal of laughter drifted from the other one of the phones immediately. Suddenly, an earth-shattering and eager scream resounded. “Dad. Dad. Dad.” Maeva yelled in joy. Zaire's expression softened, and a sincere smile lit up on his face. but in the next second, a trace of awkwardness overwhelmed his eyes. The genius billionaire was very good in other aspects, but not with kids. “Maeva, little cupcake.” Lotus l
“Daddy, you're here!” A loud and boisterous cry resounded in the mansion the instant Zaire and Lotus stepped into the Meyer mansion. As soon as the words were completed, two active and short legs scurried toward Zaire while the owner of the voice spread her arms in the air. Immediately, the owner of the voice jumped at Zaire. Zaire’s expression softened, and he bent down to pick Maeva up. Immediately, Maeve smacked several kisses on his face. “Daddy. Daddy, you are here. Daddy, when are you coming home with us?” She inquired, her hands hooked around Zaire’s neck. Maeva’s actions were so smoothly done that if one didn’t know better, one would believe that this wasn’t the first time Maeva came across Zaire. Lotus suddenly sniffed pitifully and stretched out her hands to pull Maeva's cheeks. She chided playfully, “You little devilish cupcake, seen dad now you have forgotten mom. Mom is so pitiful…” Upon hearing this, Maeva batted her fan-like eyelashes and blinked her eyes
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