Alexander Monroe woke up excited for the day's excursion. He hurriedly went to the office looking forward to going home at lunch.
His Secretary George stood at the side and observed his boss wondering if there was any occassion. He had been working for CEO Monroe for almost 45 years. He had memorized all of the important dates for anniversary, birthdays, and holidays. He tried to remember there was a holiday or occassion he forgot.
"I am going to take my grandchildren shopping today" CEO Monroe stated looking at his Secretary. After 45 years they were so familiar with each other he understood the invisible question his secretary wanted to ask. "Now give me those papers the faster i finish the faster I could go home"
Meanwhile in Emerald Garden the twins just woke up. It was around 10am and the two held hands as they walked down the stairs. They were guided by Butler Wu to the dinning hall.
When they arrived at the dinning hall they were welcomed by Auntie Mai. Lilian looked around and saw that they were the only ones there.
"Where is grandpa and daddy?"She asked as she was lifted up and seated at the chair. "The master and the young master have already went to work young miss" Auntie Mai explained.
Beside her Alec was also seated as he looked at the dishes his eyes beamed with happiness. They were some congee and some different types of dimsum. He held his chopsticks and took one dimsum and began to happily eat.
Auntie Mai stood beside them offering them dishes after dishes. It has been a long time since she took care of someone in the Bai Residence since the master, the madam, and young master have been busy with work.
She was excited to be able to take care of this two in the future. She hope they would bring laughter again in this old house.
As the twins happily ate there breakfast the door suddenly opened. A woman in her late 50's walked in. She was wearing an elegant lilac dress. Her long hair fix in a braid and she wore a gentle smile.
"Auntie Mai good morning" the lady greeted as she sat. She looked up at the twins "and who are this little cuties?" she curiously asked Auntie Mai.
"Good morning Madam this are....." Auntie Mai started to explain from what she heard from Master Monroe and the young master last night. But before she could finish Lilian guessed the identity of this beatiful lady.
"We are Lilian Monroe and Alec Monroe pretty auntie, we are Alphonse Monroe's children. Nice to meet you pretty auntie" Lilian introduced themself with Alec nodding beside her.
Madam Monroe or Sofia Monroe eyes widen with shock. She stared at the twins and observed that the little boy and girl infront of her did looked like the young Alphonse.
"Auntie Mai can you please get me a glass of water" Madam Monroe requested still in disbelief. 'I was just gone for 3 days' she thought. 'What the hell happened!'
After drinking the glass of water she looked at the twins again. She felt herself calming down from her shock but anger was slowly rising she couldn't wait until Alphonse arrives home.
Looking at the twins she guessed that they were about 4 or 5 years old. Most of their features were the same as her sons. The dimple, the eyes, the shape of their faces.
"Lilian and Alec what pretty names" she commented "How old are you sweetheart?" she asked.
"We are 5 years old pretty auntie" Xiao Xiu commented "Pretty Auntie what is your name?" she added.
"My name is Sofia Monroe sweetheart but you can me grandma since Alphonse is my son" Madam Monroe smiled.
"Can we really call you Grandma you look so young and pretty auntie" Alec commented shock that this pretty lady is their daddy's mother. When he realize what he said he becane a little bashful and his cheeks slowly redden.
"Oh how cute! this pretty grandma just wants to bite you two" Madam Monroe commented standing up and walking towards the two pulling them in an embrace.
She felt her anger slowly melting away. She always loved children and if she could she would have a bundle but she was only blessed with two.
Madam Monroe hugged the twins tightly pulling them out of there seats. Just then the door opened again and this time it was CEO Monroe.
He stopped in his tracks as he saw the scene in front of him. His wife had one twin in each arm hugging them tightly.
'The cat was out of the bag he could only pray for Alphonse when he gets home' CEO Monroe thought but he shrugged off his worries as he remembered that Alphonse dugged this hole himself.
"My love welcome home" CEO Monroe greeted his beloved wife walking towards the trio. Madam Monroe slowly let go of the twins and embraced her husband. "I am home dear" she said giving CEO Monroe a kiss on the lips.Alec looked at her grandmother as she tried to recall her storyline. The mother of the ML and SML was said to be kind and gentle. She was born into a impoverish couple her father worked as a construction worker and her mother a housewife. Even if they were poor they treasured there daughter and encouraged her to study.She worked as a secretary at Monroe Congolomerate when she met CEO Monroe. They fell in love and against all odds they married and had two children.As Madam Monroe she stayed at home and looked after the children that is were she discovered her love for making jewelry. She started a small jewelry line that boomed and now her brand was known world wide. Sadly she died later on in the novel from a plane crash.&nbs
The grandparents and there grandchildren sat on a 4 seater booth. CEO Monroe and Lilian sat on one side and across from the Madam Monroe and Alec.The twins were happily browsing the menu. Lilian picked ordered some pasta while Alec was confused at what to get. He was hungry and everything looked so delicious. In the end he ordered some fried chicken.After the food arrived the two happily ate to the delight of there grandparents. The ordered dessert after a few slices of cheesecake."Grandma can we order another cheesecake for dad?" Alec asked after finishing his slice. "The cake was really delicious and I think Dad would love to try it" he explained."of course sweetheart will get one to go for him" Madam Monroe aswered she loved how thoughtful the twins were.She recalled how Lilian was at the toy store. How thoughtful she was now Alec. She wondered what circumstances led them to be so thoughtful and disciplined.She remembered her own ki
CEO Monroe sat in his chair and felt himself relax. Today was a fun day beside him Madam Monroe was also in her work area. She was inspired by the twins and she wanted to make them something memorable. CEO Monroe closed his eyes and enjoyed the silence. After an hour a knock was heard and Manuel entered the study. "Master Madam the Young Master has arrived" He stated opening the door for Alphonse. Alphonse looked at his parents. This was a familiar scene to him, his father on his desk and and his mother working on something. He wanted to cry as he saw his mother. She died unexpectedly in a plane crash. Before his mother could speak he walked towards her and embraced. "Mom your back" he greeted his mother "I miss you" he added. Madam Monroe smiled as she returned her son's embrace. The reunion was cut short when Madam Monroe remembered the current issue. She pushed Alphonse away and started to hit him. "ALPHONSE GREGORY MONROE y
Alphonse Monroe opened his eyes and looked at his window. He could see the sunlight slowly peeking in. He stretched his arms and sat down.It's been so long since he had a holiday it felt unusual. He smiled to himself and remembered that today he would bring the kids out to play. He stood up and went through his usual morning routine.In the twin's bedroom both Alec and Liliam were both sound asleep. Alec cuddled his turtle while his sister had both arms stretch out like a star fish.Outside CEO Monroe was going through a morning stroll with his wife in the garden.At 7:30am breakfast was served at the dinning hall.CEO Monroe sat at the head of the table. Madam Monroe at his right and Alphonse at his left. The trio was slowly eating when the door opened and Auntie Mai guided the twins inside.Lilian and Alec sat beside Alphonse. They looked at the food and their hunger awaken. Their were some fried rice, congee, dimsum, sparer
Alphonse runned to the fields immediately and reassured himself that Alec alright. He immediately borrowed a horse and went to follow his daughter.He was thankful that he learned to ride a horse as he franticaly searched for his daughter. Many thoughts and scenario played in his head he could only pray for her safety.In the middle of the forest Lilian was staring at an familiar yet unfamiliar face."Are you alright little girl?" the handsome uncle asked her as he helped her go down from the pony. The uncle bend down until he was face to face with the little girl."Little girl what's your name?" he asked but the little girl just stared at him. He was starting to vet worried as the little girl just stared at him.Maybe the little girl was shock and frightened is what he thought.Alphonsw stared at the handsome uncle. She felt that this uncle really looked familiar but she couldn't match the name with the face."I am fine uncle my name is Lili
Robert Monroe stared at his brother. Since the day he walked away from Emerald Garden he never expected to see this person again.He was conflicted, he felt happy to see his big brother yet his anger also surfaced."As you can see I am doing fine brother, I see congratulations are in order, I can't help but feel hurt I didn't hear the news that i have a niece and a nephew" he stated"Sadly Robert I only found out 2 days ago that I was a father" his older brother admitted "Rob why don't you go home? Mother and Father miss you" he added"Go home? I would gladly go home brother if you stop messaging and coveting my girlfriend and for father to finally accept Claire" Robert angrily remarked."Coveting your girlfriend?" Alphonse asked "Robert it has been years I moved on with my life. I admit I loved and admired Claire a long time ago but now I am happy for both of you" he explained"Really brother that is hard to believe when a
After eating lunch the manager returned with their pets both with a clean bill of health. After taking the rabbit and the puppy they got into the car and went home.When they arrived home it was around 4pm. Madam Monroe was seating on the living room waiting for her grandchildren.When the twins walked inside they were immediately embraced by Madam Monroe."Grandma we are home" they said in unison. "Welcome home my little angels, How was your day at the petting zoo? Did you guys have fun? Grandma missed you so much" she led the twins to the living room. She was excited to hear there stories."Grandma look here the petting zoo gave us pets" Lilian showed her puppy while Alec showed his rabbit."They gave them to you?" she asked in disbelief she looked at her son. "Mom there was an accident Lilian was riding a horse when it became restless and out of control. In order to compensate Lilian asked for an animal to adopt. The chil
Today was a lazy day for the twins and there father.Lilian Monroe was estatic as Elizabeth she was an ambivert. She loves exploring and trying out new things but nothing beats staying at home.Plus she knew she had to train her new puppy right now it was taken by one of the maids to go potty outside."Lilian sweetheart what do you want to do today?" Her grandma asked her. They were currently in the family room. Grandma was watching in the television while she was just lazing around the soft couch.'This is heaven' she thought "Grandma I just want to stay with you" she answered with a grinMeanwhile little Alec was walking around with his rabbit Snow. The little guy was touring the rabbit around the house.While they were walking around Alec felt hungry. "Come on Snow we will go to the kitchen and get some snacks" he stated happily walking to the kitchen.Sadly when they arrived at the kitchen the chef and one
"Lilian come on sweetheart let's go" Sophia Monroe held her hand and the trio walked inside with Director Howard and the others."What's wrong?" Alec asked his sister. He was worried seeing that Lilian was lost in thought. "Big sis?""I am fine Alec don't worry" Lilian reassured her brother. The Monroe grandmother and grandchildren were escorted to the back of the orphanage. There was a big vacant space at the back of the orphanage it usually empty but today it was filled with tables filled with food, balloons, and many fun activities.Alec eyes filled with excitement when he saw the different activities laid out for the children. Meanwhile Lilian looked around until she saw the rare and beautiful heterochromia eyes of Theodore Jameson Bently.He was the villain in the second half of the story. He would try to ruin the lives of Robert and Claire's children, in the end of the book he would be sent to jail and be found beat
She failed she needed to accept the truth. It's been weeks since Qing Lian visited the house, she needed to aceept that maybe her Dad and Qing Lian didn't have fate. She still remembered her dad talking to her about her mission on finding a new love for him. (Flashback) "Sweetheart do you really want a mother?" Alphonse asked "What do you mean Dad?" she replied looking at her father with a confuse expression. "I found this in your room" He handed his daughter her stepmother criteria. She took the paper as she read the familiar paper her eyes widen. "Um Dad,...dad you .....see..um" Lilian didn't know what to reply as she stared at the paper in her hand. "I know Daddy is being a little selfish but sweetheart I don't want to share you and your brother to anyone." he started to explain. "But you share us with grandpa and grandma" she retorted making Alphonse smile and squeeze her noise. "Cheeky" he commented.
When they arrived at Henry's place. Qing Lian and the driver carried him inside. As they laid him on the bed the driver excused himself while she helped him take off his shoes and socks.Henry Qin felt someone tugging him and he slowly opened his eyes to see Qing Lian. He smiled in surpise and slowly pulled Qing Lian towards him. "Mr. Qin let me go" She tried to get away from his embrace but he held on tighter. "Mr. Qin please let me go" she repeated as he tried to untangle his arms around her."No I don't want to let you go" Henry stated as he tighten his embrace. "Goodnight Lian" he whispered before falling asleep.Qing Lian tried to get away but to no avail. SHe realized that the more she struggled he tighten his embrace and before she knew it he even wrap his legs around her. Before she knew it she feel asleep.The stars watched the two sleep until the sun rise and Henry Qin slowly opened his eyes to his surprise he found Qing
"Sofia... this is!?" Qing Lian couldn't believe her eyes as she stared at the paper. "I don't believe it" she said as she felt tears falling from her eyes. Sofia Monroe smiled at the girl infront of her. Qing Lian read the papers again. She couldn't believe it Madam Monroe paid all her debts. "I promise you Mrs. Monroe I will pay you back" She vowed as she couldn't help but hugged the Monroe matriach. "Don't worry about it Lian" Madam Monroe comforted the girl as she cried in her arms. When Qing Lian finally calmed down she felt herself blushing from the embarrassment. "I am so sorry Sofia I ruined your shirt" she looked down ashamed at her actions. She couldn't help but feel overwhelmed. "Tell me Sofia if you need anything I will definitely return this favor. I will pay you back" she stated. "Don't worry about it Lian why don't I tell you a story. When I was your age I was also in your position. My father was an alcoholic and a gambler when
"This is my mother's herb garden" Alphonse explained pointing at the small enclosed plot of land with the array of different herbs and spices. Alphonse was taking the twins and Qing Lian around the grounds. They were currently behind the main house.Qing Lian looked around the vast grounds in awe. Since she became the chairman's secretary, she was able to visit a lot of beautiful homes and this was probably the prettiest she has seen. "Thank you for the t
Alphonse sat in a chair beside Lilian's bed. "Are you sure sweetheart you are alright? Does it hurt anywhere?" He asked his daughter as he gently patted her head. "Don't worry Daddy I am alright" she assured her father. Lilian turned around to face Alec who wanted to sleep together."I am fine Daddy Alec so let's sleep. I can't wait to go out with grandma tomorrow" She stated as she closed her eyes and soon she fell asleep. Alec beside her watched his sister and still felt a little guilt of being useless."Alec don't worry" Alphonse walked towards Alec's side and kneeled down. He stared at his son and gently smiled. "Don't worry have fun and just be a kid, your father is here to protect you and your sister." He vowed.Alec tears fell and he whimpered as he hugged his father. "I am sorry Daddy I couldn't protect big sister" he cried "I wanna become stronger""Sshh...sshh...don't cry Alec you will become stronger.....sshhh.....Daddy. is here" Al
The children and their grandfather were seated in a booth. The twin's happily ate ice cream, as their grandfather fondly watched them.He felt his heartache as he saw the bruises on his granddaughter. "Are you alright Lilian? Are you sure? Do you want grandpa to talk to that Briana girl?" CEO Monroe asked feeling unsatisfied and bloodthirsty for revenge."I am alright grandpa even if we asked Briana to apologize to me it wouldn't be sincere. I just wish for her to leave me alone, she doesn't matter to me. I only wanted to protect Alec and the kitten" Lilian explained as she took another bite of her chocomint ice cream.Alexander Monroe stared at his granddaughter and patted her head. 'She is wiser than her years' he thought. But he still felt unsatisfied, this was his precious grandchildren."Eat, eat, if you want some more just tell grandpa" CEO Monroe encouraged them to eat some more ice cream. "So tell me how is school lately? a
The two little girls were seated outside the Principal's office. "This is your fault" Briana stated while pulling her tongue out. Lilian just ignored her while tapping her watch.'I am alright don't worry' she messaged Alec."Hey, Listen to me" Briana pulled one of her ponytail. Lilian glared at her but before she can say anything Briana's father arrives.When her father saw her his eyes widen. Both children were bruise and had bandaids every, Vincent immediately lift up his daughter. "Daddy she hit me" the little girl pointed at Lilian and cried."Shh...Daddy is here" Vincent comforted his daughter as he glared at Lilian. "Daddy...daddy..."Briana sobbed as her father comforted her.Lilian stared at the father and daughter feeling a little envious. But she shake it off and returning the glare that Mr. Veros is giving her.Teacher Mikaela entered the waiting area with the Principal. "Mr. Veros thank you for coming
"Lilian Alec come here Dad wants you to meet a few people" Alphonse called the twins over. The twins were getting their backpacks and stuff for school. After putting on their matching backpacks they walked towards their father.Alphonse was with 2 other people. He was happily chatting with the two when the twin's arrived. Lilian and Alec smiled when they saw the familiar face of Granny Wu's son."Uncle Jin" both of them greeted, as they hugged their uncle. "You guys grew bigger since the last time as you"Wu Jin commented. "One day I will be taller than you Uncle Jin" Alec proudly stated. Wu Jin smiled at Alec's determination and he couldn't help but ruffle the little boy's hair. "What are you doing here Uncle Jin?" Lilian asked as she stared at Wu Jin and the mystery lady beside him."Lilian Alec I have good news for both of you. Starting today Uncle Jin and Aunt Tanya will be with you when you go out of the house" Alphonse explained introducing Tany