Ivy was awestruck by his words, she anticipated his sympathy for her situation but never expected him to say such."Ivy, I understand an abusive relationship more than you think. I've watched and even experienced it, Ivy it breaks you till there's nothing left of you. You're a lovely person and I relish the light in your eyesI met you three years ago for a few minutes and I could see the beauty in your eyes but now, it's looking dead." Daniel said, his voice filled with warmth and a secret hurt."Ivy, you're an incredible and cheerful person. I don't want to see you crying over someone that doesn't deserve you. You're worth more than this" His words were piercing through her heart, not causing any pain but making her reminisce on her happy days.It made her miss her moments with Emilia, and how much she loved her university days."Elope with me because I'm sure that a man who would force you into a marriage, won't be ready to divorce you. I don't want him to hurt you" Daniel added and
Ivy heard his yell and became alert. She went upstairs to check what had happened but he was nowhere to be found."He acts like a child, always throwing tantrums" Ivy rolled her eyes and went to her room.She sniffed the fresh roses before dropping them on the bed along with the card. She left her room and went to get a vase from the storage room.She added some water to it and took it back to her room. She put the flowers, one after the other, into the vase.She also placed the card beside it and smiled gladly. She went to take her phone and called him.'Hello, Daniel' Ivy giggled and sat on her bed.'Hey, beautiful. Did you like the flowers that I sent you?' Daniel asked in a charming tone.'Your gesture cheered me up, they smelled good and I loved them. Thank you for sending them to me' Ivy appreciates him with a smile on her lips.Daniel's heart was gladdened by her words.'I took a wild guess not knowing your choice of flowers. It feels nice to know that you loved them. Anyways Ho
Ivy gazed down at him and sighed. She placed her hand gently on his soft dark hair and stroked it.She was surprised by everything, the tears, apologies, and hugs. Tarquin in his normal state would never do any of these things.Ivy's hand went to her neck and she wondered who he mistook her for to result in such aggression. He looked so angry and traumatized. His reaction made Ivy confused and curious."What happened to you in the past?" Ivy mumbled as she stroked his hair gently. "Who hurt you?."Ivy's breath stiffened when he clung to her waist more tightly and pressed his head on her.She exhaled sharply and stayed in that position till he calmed down. It seemed like he finally fell asleep.Ivy slowly removed his hands from her waist and laid him properly on the bed. She got down from the bed and picked up the wet towel.She placed it inside the bowl which was in the drawer, luckily he didn't spill that water inside it.After that, she recalled about her meeting with Daniel. She loo
Daniel's lips were almost close to hers but then he moved away.'How can I attempt something so reckless and stupid?' Daniel thought and scolded himself.He was supposed to be Ivy's friend and not another pervert in her life. Kissing her should be done with her permission, she was already married to a man who didn't care about her feelings.It would be horrible for her to experience such again. Daniel reprimanded himself multiple times but couldn't deny that he found her beautiful.Moreover, she was married to a man that she didn't love. It wouldn't be so bad to chase after her.He met her a few days ago but she was the loveliest woman that he had ever met. He had been to many dates but none of them have made him so excited.He had been thinking of her almost every day, especially of her beautiful smile. It made him so happy to listen to her voice and see her beam.Daniel smiled presently as he stared at her sleeping face. She looked so calm and gorgeous without any makeup, unlike the
Daniel stared at him in disgust, he quickly stood to his feet and wiped his bloody lips. He was caught off guard but that wouldn't repeat itself."How dare you claim rights over the woman whom you forcefully married? You make her life a living hell and make the happiest woman alive, sad! You aren't here to act like a protective husband but to ruin her joy!" Daniel yelled and he had a point.There were already passers-by who stopped to watch them."You're aware of the fact that she would never be this happy with you. She spends time with me and will always choose me because you only bring her misery and sorrow. With me, she's as happy as a lark!" Daniel stated while pointing his finger angrily at Tarquin.Each of his words made Tarquin so vexed that this man had been spending so much time with Ivy. Was she falling for him already? What did he mean by she would choose him?Those questions ran through his mind and more anger surged through him and his chilling voice filled the air."She's
Ivy relished his taste, it was like candy which she could easily get addicted to.At one point in the kiss, she couldn't breathe because it was taking longer and there was hardly any spacing between their lips at intervals.She slowly began tugging his shirt and it seemed like Tarquin understood and parted the kiss.Tarquin couldn't believe his action but he wouldn't deny that he enjoyed every second of that kiss. Her lips were the best he had tasted."Let's go," Tarquin said and sauntered to his car.Ivy's shoulders fell and she sighed before tagging along. She entered the car and put on her seat belt.Tarquin started the car and slowly reversed before stepping on the elevator and driving away.The drive had an erring silence, neither of them were willing to say anything to each other.The car had almost reached the house when Ivy questioned Tarquin."I want to ask something," Ivy said."You don't have the right to say anything right now" Tarquin frowned, he hadn't forgotten all she s
After having breakfast, Ivy tried calling Daniel again but still the same results as yesterday. He was purposely ignoring her calls.Ivy felt bad but decided to give him some time before calling again.She kept her phone in her pocket and went to the kitchen to wash the dishes.Morgan stepped in, she had been avoiding everyone like a plague including Emma but that was about to end."You"Ivy turned to her and was slightly surprised to see her."Make breakfast for me" Morgan ordered while staring daggers at her.She had been leaving home for a while but noticed the way Ivy had been converted to a servant in the house.She decided to join in the fun and humiliate her. Morgan was still resentful about her ex-boyfriend choosing Ivy over her.Ivy scoffed; "I take orders only from your brother, if you want to eat then hire a personal chef. Don't bug me."Morgan gasped and walked over to her. She tried grabbing her arm but Ivy pushed her away."I don't want any trouble. I'm not in a good mood
Tarquin heard the music in the poolside and before he dropped his things, he decided to go there and wish his sister a happy birthday.He reached there and his eyes widened to see someone in the pool, facing downwards. Without knowing the person, his suit and briefcase fell from his hand and he rushed to the pool.He plunged inside and swam towards Ivy, his eyes widened when he saw her face.He brought her out of the water and pressed his hands repeatedly on her chest but no response. His eyes were filled with apprehension and fear, he desperately tried CPR again but she didn't regain consciousness."Ivy, wake up" Tarquin urged and lowered his head.He opened her lips and did a mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. He did this up to three times and Ivy spat out a handful of water.She coughed and her body jerked upwards. Tarquin held her in his arms and heaved a sigh of relief.Tarquin looked around and they were all quiet, staring at him. One could hear a pin drop."You all watched her drowni
FOUR YEARS LATER.Time flew by faster than anyone could expect. Four years ago was Morgan's wedding with John but now, they are parents of a three-year-old child, Khloe who was a friend of Tessa. They were present with Ivy in her orphanage, she began the orphanage three years ago and she named it after Ivan. The orphanage had children in it, they were well-fed and always happy. They loved Ivy so much because she always brought gifts anytime she left her office to see them. Ivy had people supervising the kids and their education. She also owned a school that one of Morgan's friends was running. The school was where children in the orphanage went to and it was also close to them. Ivy had given many children to parents who were willing to adopt and she made sure to do proper investigations before giving a child to any parent. She still tried to visit the child in those parent's houses to see how the child was faring, and if the kid was being mistreated or not. Just in three years, t
Months later.John and Morgan had suspended their wedding for a long while because of Ivan's death. They wanted Ivy to be in her right mind when everything was planned.It was the day of the wedding and Ivy was with a makeup artist who was dolling Morgan up.Morgan was already wearing her wedding dress and it was really beautiful. Ivy had helped her choose it and she was also chosen as her bride's maid."The makeup is turning out so beautiful." Ivy smiled, looking at Morgan who was truly gorgeous.Everything made her glow, from her dress to her hair and makeup, Morgan was perfect."Ivy, where is Tessa?" Morgan asked and opened their lips a little for the red lipstick to be added."She's with your mom who has been more than excited about everything," Ivy replied."I don't even know who's getting married between her and me," Morgan said, causing them to laugh."Stay still." The make-up artist instructed after laughing."Yeah, your mom is so sweet. When Tarquin and I decided to redo our
Tarquin was rushed to the hospital and so were the kids. Ivy refused to be admitted, so they only ran some checkups on her and treated her burns.After the treatment, she went to the waiting room and cried, being concerned about her husband and children.Ivy's hands were on her chest, she was feeling so scared and agitated. Tarquin was in danger as well as the twins, she was afraid of losing any of them."Please survive for my sake, please don't leave me." Ivy cried and her hands transferred to her face. "I love you all so much, don't leave me. I won't be able to bear it.""Please, don't leave me." Ivy cried and coughed boisterously.She grew up without a family, she thought her life was perfect till she met Tarquin who turned her world upside down. The arrogant and cold imbecile who became the most wonderful person in her life.The kids he gave her were the only reason why she didn't kill herself, why she didn't stop striving to stay alive. They were the reason why she wanted to meet
The Jones' home.Tarquin had called Ivy when he stayed a while in the office. It was unusual for her to not answer his calls. He called her a few more times but then he got no response, he ran like a madman to the house.Reaching there, he beeped his car horn numerous times for the gates to be opened but nothing happened.Tarquin got out of his car and went to the gate. To his horror, as he pushed it, it opened without much effort.He went inside and saw the guards on the floor, dead. His heart pounded greatly in his chest and it felt like his world was going to crumble before his face.Quickly, he ran into the house but there was no one. He saw the drops of blood and panicked the more."Shit, I shouldn't have left them alone!" Tarquin cried out and gripped his hair in regret.He wanted to stay back with his family, at least one more day before resuming work but he listened to Ivy. He thought that she was feeling a bit suffocated around him, that's why she told him to leave.He respec
Warehouse.Annabel took them to an abandoned warehouse that used to belong to her family. She tied Ivy up in that place and placed the twins on the bare and cold floor.Ivy didn't try defending herself too much because she was scared that Annabel would do something terrible to her children.The twins were crying on the floor and Annabel was annoyed with their cries."Oh shut up! Little brats." She spat bitterly. "It's because of you and these fools that I wasn't able to complete my mission."Ivy wanted to speak but her mouth was sealed, so she made muffled sounds."You wanna talk? What do you want to say, do you desire to beg me for your life or say your last prayer, which one?" Annabel asked with a smirk.Ivy nodded disorientedly, she had to say something, anything that could save her life and that of her children. She loved her kids so much and she preferred dying than seeing them get hurt.Annabel decided to fulfill her wish and make fun of her. She sauntered to Ivy who was tied to
The Jones' home.It was early in the morning and Ivy woke up early to make breakfast for Tarquin and herself but to her surprise, Tarquin was already in the kitchen making breakfast."That smells yummy." Ivy grinned and walked to him."Thank you, I'm making it with lots of love," Tarquin said, affectionately.Ivy smiled and pecked him on the cheek. He gave her a boyish smile and continued cooking."This is going to be delicious and you're going to lick your fingers once you dig in," Tarquin said."You mean that I would lick my plate till there's not even a single drop of sauce on it?" She raised an eyebrow, waiting for his reply."Yeah, there will also be a certain urge to even eat the plate too." Tarquin teased her.Ivy laughed and smacked his back playfully."Stop exaggerating."Tarquin chuckled and leaned closer to kiss her lips. Finally reaching her, he pressed his lips on hers and they both smiled."Are you feeling comfortable with that thing in you?" Tarquin asked, referring to
California.John and Morgan were walking on the side of the road, their hands were locked and they were talking.Morgan had been working for more than a week in the bank and it wasn't easy but he was already getting used to it."I hope no one mistreats you there, they have the right to hurt my baby," John said, feeling a little worried about her.Morgan smiled at him and swung his hands."They treat me well, especially my colleagues. Although I've met some impatient customers, everything has been fine. One of the colleagues collected my number and added me to a WhatsApp group, it's been so much fun.""I'm glad that you're enjoying it there. '' John beamed.They hadn't seen each other since she started working, so he hadn't had the chance to properly ask about her work experience."Morgan, if anyone harasses you there. Just tell me and I will dash there to bash their faces." John said and she laughed."I trust you. I know the lengths you can go for me and I can assure you that I've not
Italy~ Florence.Emma was eating with Fredrick, he had been a constant visitor to majorly satisfy her urge but he liked her.He had not related his feelings to her but he planned to."I don't feel like eating anymore, I don't have an appetite." Emma sighed and dropped her spoon.Since she found out about Ivy being alive, She had not been happy since then. It made her sad that her enemy was alive, she hated Ivy so much because she had ruined her plans from the beginning.It was because of Ivy that Tarquin became a little distant. It was also because of Ivy that she went to prison. If she hadn't intervened then Tarquin would have been paying for her crimes."Damn her!" Emma shrieked and banged her fists on the table, she had this anger surfing in her every time.She was like a volcano that kept erupting without warning."Damn who? What are you talking about?" Fredrick asked.He knew exactly what she, speaking about he only feigned ignorance."It's none of your business, I just need you,
Annabel, who was behind a tree, looked away from where Ivy was."You have guards, that was a clever move from Tarquin, a really smart one." her smirk slowly changed into a frown.It wouldn't be wise for her to contact anyone other than Emma. It was only Emma that she contacted when she escaped from the police.Annabel had overheard Morgan panicking about the coffee, this made her incredibly suspicious about their knowledge of her deeds.To be safe, she decided to leave the house, a night before the wedding.She didn't call Emma at that time but waited for the next day to see what would happen. She entered a cab and told the driver to stay a little bit far from her house.It was surprising to see the cops at the house and John with them. She had made a good decision by running away.Shelodged into a hotel, wore a disguise, and also used a fake identity.After a while, she started monitoring Tarquin and to her shock, she saw Ivy.Ivy was alive. She never expected it to turn out like tha