Emma's POVAs I stared at the tall man standing next to Scarlett, I felt confused and suspicious. I couldn't help but feel curious. Who was this man who Scarlett seemed to care about so much and brought so much food and toys?"Scarlett, who is this man?" I asked in an uncertain tone. I tried to remember if I had seen him before.Scarlett smiled and replied, "Oh, Emma, this is Logan. He is, hmm, maybe you forgot. He was the man who was in the villa at that time."When I heard that, memories of the villa and the man came to my mind. I remembered Logan, but at that time I didn't pay much attention to him. Now, he seemed very different and was here with a clear intention.Scarlett pushed Logan towards me in a rather hasty manner. "Come on, Logan, give the food and toys to Emma. She must really appreciate your help."With a cold attitude, Logan handed me the bag of food and toys. "These are for you and the kids. I hope this can help
Emma's POVI handed the document to him, relieved that this task was finally over. “You’re welcome. Scarlett said she had to rush to the bathroom because she had a stomach ache.”Logan nodded, but then, instead of leaving, he hesitated for a moment. I could sense the change in the atmosphere between us. “By the way… how’s your son? I heard he was hospitalized a few days ago,” he asked, a little awkwardly. I was momentarily stunned. Oh, he’d heard about it. “Yes, his name is Adolf. He’s doing better now, just needs a few more days of treatment,” I answered simply. I wasn’t used to talking about personal things with people, especially Logan, who I honestly wasn’t that close to. Logan smiled faintly, probably relieved to hear the news, but I could see the confusion in his eyes. “Oh, thank goodness. That’s good to hear. The care here is good, huh?” He tried to continue the conversation, but I just nodded and replied, “Yeah, good.” A sudden sil
Emma's POVI bit my lip, feeling even more cornered. "Scarlett, please, you're overreacting. Logan was just trying to help, that's all. Besides, I'm not looking for... anyone. My focus right now is Adolf and how he can get better soon."Scarlett looked at me with a knowing smile. "Emma, I know you want to protect Adolf and yourself, but there's no harm in opening up. Logan might be someone good for you and for Adolf. Just think about that, okay?"I sighed, feeling a little overwhelmed by this conversation. "Scarlett, I... I don't know. But for now, I just want to focus on Adolf. That's all."Scarlett finally nodded, though her mischievous gaze hadn't completely disappeared. "Okay, I won't force you. But if you change your mind, I'll be here, ready to support you."I just smiled faintly, though inside, the conversation had made my mind spin. Could Scarlett be right? I didn't want to think too much about it. What was clear was that
Logan's POV I sat in the car, staring blankly at the dark street outside the window. It was late at night, but even though my body was tired, my eyes remained open. Thoughts about Emma kept running through my head, making me unable to sleep. I don't understand why, every time I meet her as Logan, everything feels so cold and awkward. She almost never looks at me directly, let alone speak more than a few brief words. Her smile was always half-hearted if she even smiled. It felt like there was a huge distance between us, even though we were technically in the same room most of the time. And that's... that's what confuses me.She didn't know that me, Logan, and Joseph were the same person. To her, Joseph was the past—someone she hated, perhaps even more. I was the biological father of her children, but not someone who deserved to be in her life anymore. In her eyes, Joseph was a pimp, someone not worth considering. As Joseph, I
Emma's POV I knelt down beside his bed and held both of his cheeks. “Adolf, listen, honey. Mommy just wants to take care of the payment so we can go home quickly,” I said softly, trying to calm his anxious heart. “Later we can play with Adney, Ainsley, and Allonza at home. You want to go home quickly, right?”He bit his lower lip, looking hesitant for a moment. His eyes blinked a few times before he finally nodded slowly, although he still didn’t let go of my hand. “But you won’t be long, right?” he asked hopefully. I smiled and kissed his forehead which was still a little warm. “Not for long. Aunt Scarlett will take care of you. Mommy promises.”Scarlett, who was standing behind me, looked at Adolf with a reassuring smile. “Hey, Adolf, how about Aunt Scarlett bringing you some delicious chocolate for later on the road? You’ll definitely like it.”Hearing that, Adolf seemed a little calmer even though he still looked at me with a doubtful ga
Emma's POVThat night, after we returned from the hospital, I felt relieved and full of warmth. Seeing Adolf safely back home was enough to calm my heart. Adney, Ainsley, and Allonza immediately ran to Adolf as soon as we arrived home, their faces bright to welcome his return. I could see how much they missed their brother who had been absent from home for the past few days."Adolf! Are you better?" Adney exclaimed, his round eyes sparkling with joy. Allonza, the youngest, also reached out, trying to hug Adolf even though her body was smaller.Adolf nodded with a wide smile, even though his face was still a little pale. "Yes, I can go home. But my head still hurts a little," he said while gently rubbing the bandage on his head.I could only smile, even though my heart was a little worried about his health. I patted Adolf's shoulder gently, giving him support. "Adolf should rest tonight, okay? Tomorrow when he's better, we can play longer."
Emma's POV I sat at the kitchen table, checking my watch which showed 8 am. I felt a little rushed, so I immediately picked up the phone and looked for Reyna's number in my contacts. With fingers shaking slightly with anxiety, I pressed the call button and waited for the ringtone to ring.After a few seconds, Reyna’s voice came through the phone. “Hello, Emma. What’s up?”“Hello, Reyna,” I said, trying to sound calm even though I was feeling a little anxious. “I’m sorry to interrupt you so early in the morning. I just wanted to make sure you were available to babysit today.”“Oh, sure. No problem,” Reyna replied in a knowing tone. “Is there anything in particular I need to know?”“Yes,” I began, “Adolf is recovering from an accident and he still needs to rest at home. He can’t go back to school for a while. So, I’ll be going into the office today, and I need your help looking after Adney, Ainsley, and Allonza as well.”“I understand
Emma’s POVI was frustrated and exhausted, and I felt like I was stuck between wanting to give them a chance and protecting them from any possible harm. “I don’t know what to do with all of this. I just want my kids to be safe and happy. That’s my top priority. I can’t let you be a threat anymore.”Joseph nodded slowly as if he understood how difficult this was for me. “I understand, Emma. I just want you to know that I really want to change and if there’s a way to prove it, I will. I’ll wait for the right opportunity to prove myself.”I looked at Joseph with mixed emotions. The anger and disappointment that had built up over the years began to boil over inside me. He stood in front of me, pleading in an almost convincing tone, but something inside me refused to believe it.“I don’t want to hear it anymore, Joseph,” I said firmly. “You’ve always come and gone as you please, showing up when you least expect it, and now you want to talk about change
Emma's POV After making sure all the kids were asleep, I walked into the room and grabbed my phone that was lying on the table. Tiredness was starting to creep up on me, but I felt the need to talk to Scarlett. For the past few days, it seemed like we hadn't spent much time together, and I needed a little cheer. I dialed Scarlett's number and picked it up when she answered. "Hello, Scarlett!" My voice was cheerful, but a little tired. "Hey, Emma! How are you?" Scarlett's voice sounded warm on the other end. "I'm fine. Just finished dinner with the kids. They're very cheerful, as usual," I replied, sitting on the edge of the bed. "That's good to hear! They must make you feel better after all the drama at work." Scarlett sounded enthusiastic, and it warmed my heart to hear her voice. "Yeah, but I'm still tired. And the Logan thing's confusing me too," I said, my voice dropping slightly. "Logan? Still bothering
Emma's POV The journey home felt lighter with their cheerful voices along the way. They kept talking about the animals they wanted to see, the games they wanted to play, and the delicious food they imagined they could try at the tourist attractions. Although tired, I felt grateful to have four children who always made me smile in the midst of all the chaos of life. And I knew that no matter what happened in the future, as long as I had them, everything would be okay. When I arrived home, I was immediately greeted with laughter and screams of joy from my children. They ran around the room holding toys they brought home from daycare. Seeing them excited made my heart flutter. I immediately changed into more casual clothes, distracting myself from the tiring day. After changing, I headed to the kitchen to prepare dinner. Even though I was tired, nothing was more satisfying to me than cooking for my children. They all loved pasta, so I decided to make
Emma's POV The question hit me hard. Yes, I was thinking about Joseph, the man who always made me feel safe, but I also knew that behind every lie I made to protect my feelings, there was a huge void that no one could fill. Not even Logan. But I couldn't just admit it. I swallowed, hardening my heart. "Yes, you're right, President Logan," I said firmly. "I like another man. And that's why I don't want you to keep bothering me. So, please, stop all this. Stop making me feel special because I don't want it." My words sounded firm, but inside, everything felt like a mess. Logan was silent, saying nothing. His gaze changed—disappointed, hurt, and maybe a little angry. But I knew that what I was doing was the only way to stop this madness. Logan shouldn't get too close to me. I wasn't the one for him. Logan finally nodded, though his eyes still flashed with disbelief. "If that's what you want, Emma," he said, his voice colder than before. "I'll stop."
Logan’s POVI was silent, feeling the weight of this burden on my shoulders. What if Scarlett was right? What if I was going to lose Emma, not because of my past, but because of the lie I’d been hiding?“But what if she can’t forgive me?” I asked, almost in despair.Scarlett smiled thinly. “If she loves you, she’ll understand. But you have to give her the chance to make that decision. You can’t live in fear all the time.”I knew Scarlett was right. I couldn’t live in the shadow of this lie. If I truly loved Emma, I had to give her the truth, no matter how hard it was.Scarlett stared at me for a moment, then took a deep breath. “Logan, you know what you have to do. Don’t waste this chance.”I nodded slowly, feeling my resolve begin to strengthen. Maybe it was time for me to stop hiding. Maybe it was time for me to face the truth, no matter the consequences.Scarlett stood up and straightened her clothes before walkin
Logan's POV "We will be restructuring the team soon, and starting today, Scarlett will be appointed general manager to replace Matthew." The room fell silent. Everyone looked shocked. Emma's eyes widened, and Scarlett looked like she couldn't believe what I had just said. "President Logan..." Scarlett finally said in a shaky voice, clearly uncomfortable with the situation. "Is... this final?" I didn't budge. "Yes. It's final." "But why me?" Scarlett asked again, her eyes staring at me with a confused look as if she didn't want to believe what she had just heard. "And why now? There was no warning, no prior discussion." "Scarlett," I said in a colder tone. "You know this company needs a leader who can make quick decisions. You're the right person for that." She was still looking at me with doubt, and out of the corner of my eye, I could see Emma looking confused and a little anxious t
Emma's POVI opened my office door with shaking hands, trying to calm myself after what happened earlier. My head was still full of all the commotion that happened, but I couldn't let it bother me any longer. As I stepped into the room, my gaze fell on my desk, which was usually my sanctuary, but this time it felt like a burden. I sat down on the chair, took a deep breath, and tried to think clearly, but my head was filled with voices colliding with each other.A moment later, my office door opened slowly, and Scarlett walked in. Her expression immediately changed when she saw my face which must have looked confused."Emma, what happened outside?" Scarlett asked, her eyes full of worry. "I heard the commotion, and everyone was talking about you."I took a deep breath, feeling the weight on my chest getting heavier as I had to tell this again. "Thea came… and she slapped me in front of everyone," I said, still not believing that it really happene
Emma's POVWhen Logan pulled my hand, I could only stare for a few seconds. The atmosphere around me felt so foreign, even though I had just arrived at the office a few minutes ago. And suddenly, Thea came attacking me like a storm. Then Logan appeared, like a hero protecting the victim, but I was not a victim, and I didn't want him to protect me like this. Especially with the way he handled the situation earlier, telling Thea to leave and then canceling the business cooperation. It was too much.I pulled my hand from his grip, and the feelings that were boiling in my chest immediately exploded."President Logan, what are you doing?" I asked in a firm tone, trying to calm myself even though my blood was still boiling. My eyes looked directly into his calm eyes. "Why are you here? Shouldn't you be at the head office?"Logan was surprised to see my attitude. He frowned, then said calmly, "I was going to continue the problem here, but then I saw Thea
Thea’s POV"He... he slapped me, Logan," I said, my voice shaking. "I don't know what I did to make her mad." My lie slipped out of my mouth, and I saw Logan's gaze change. But before he could react, a doctor came in with water and wet towels, trying to tend to me. Meanwhile, Emma seemed rooted to the spot, not knowing what to say. Maybe she knew that no matter what happened next, everyone here already saw her as the bad guy. I had won, at least for now. I looked up at Logan's face, hoping he would show more sympathy. But Logan's expression was not what I expected. Instead, there was something different in his eyes, a coldness I had never seen before. When he finally spoke, his voice was firm, and surprisingly, it was not worry that came out of it, but cynicism. "Thea, you don't have to pretend anymore," he said flatly, releasing his grip on my arm roughly, causing my body to fall back slightly. I was shocked. What was this?
Thea's POVI swaggered into the lobby of the *City of Men* branch, my high heels clicking loudly on the marble floor, drawing the attention of several employees. Let them stare, I wanted everyone to know that I wasn't playing around. Straightening my back and lifting my chin, I searched for the person who had made me lose my mind."Emma!" I shouted loudly, my voice echoing throughout the room.Several people stopped talking and stared at me. I didn't care. My anger was already at its peak, and I wasn't going to let that woman get away this time. Where was she? Where was the woman who tried to ruin my life?Just then, the elevator doors opened, and there she stood. Emma. With her calm appearance, she seemed unfazed by my arrival, but that only made my anger worse. How could she be so calm after trying to take Logan away from me? Our eyes met, and I could see the shock on her face.Without thinking, I walked closer, each step strengthening