A taxi pulled over, and a radiant smile lit up her face as she stepped out, framed by a sleek ponytail cascading over her shoulder, emphasizing her expressive eyes. She was a striking European beauty, carrying a cardboard box containing a PS5 console. Approaching the house, she moved with purpose and confidence.
"See you around, beauty," the driver's voice called out from the taxi.
Lucy didn’t turn to respond. Instead, she hummed a tune, her attention fixed on the house ahead. As she neared a flower bed, she stretched out a slender arm, her nails pristine, and plucked a blooming rose. A small, satisfied smile played on her lips as she held the flower.
She reached the front door, her right fist clenched with the gift tucked under her left arm. Raising her fist, she knocked firmly. When no one answered, she pressed the doorbell and waited patiently. After a moment, growing impatient, she grasped the handle, twisting it open with a creak.
Peering inside, she saw the living room—an inviting space with well-arranged couches and sofas centered around a coffee table. On the wall, a family photo caught her eye.
"Mr. Andrew," she called softly, but there was no response. Stepping inside, she shut the door behind her quietly, her movements smooth—familiar with the space.
Her gaze wandered to the doorways ahead. One was slightly ajar. A deep, masculine groan emanated from the room, causing her to freeze in place.
Her brow furrowed. "Is that not Mr. Andrew's voice?" she murmured, curiosity piqued.
Cautiously, she tiptoed closer and peered inside.
Her eyes widened in shock. There, in the room, was Mr. Andrew. His mouth was slightly open, his boxer shorts pulled down to his ankles. His gaze was fixed on his phone, while his hand wrapped around his aroused penis, stroking rhythmically. muffled groans escaped his lips.
His bare chest was slick with sweat, muscles tense and relaxed as he moved. Beads of sweat traced down his face and rolled onto his abdomen, highlighting his chiseled abs. His Adam's apple bobbed with each breath.
Lucy’s face flushed as she quickly retreated in panic.
“I didn’t see anything, I didn’t see anything,” she muttered repeatedly, trying to convince herself she hadn’t just witnessed her boyfriend’s father masturbating.
Her heart raced as she nervously opened the opposite door, slipping inside. She dropped the PS5 console she had bought onto the bed.
A smile spread across her face as she whispered, “Happy birthday, my love.”
Without hesitation, she turned and quietly left the room. Passing by the slightly ajar door, she hurried out of the house entirely.
Her expression was conflicted, her mind racing as her cheeks burned with embarrassment.
She gently patted her face and muttered, “Lucy, stop thinking about it. You didn’t see anything… definitely not Mr. Andrew’s naked body.”
Frustration bubbled up as the vivid image of Mr. Andrew’s well-defined muscles and strong physique lingered in her mind.
She swallowed hard, desperate to push the thoughts away.
Trying to distract herself, she pulled out her phone and called her boyfriend, Kelly.
After several unanswered calls, she flagged down a taxi and got in.
Thirty minutes later, the taxi pulled up in a quiet residential neighborhood. Lucy stepped out and approached a European-style bungalow, her mind still swirling with conflicting emotions.
She stood at the entrance and knocked. Soon, footsteps echoed behind the door, followed by a sharp snap and the creaking sound of it opening.
A teenage boy, about Lucy’s age, stepped into view.
With a smile, Lucy greeted, “Hi, Jude.”
Jude raised his hand, scratching the back of his head sheepishly. “Hi, Lucy. Are you here for Kelly? He’s not in. He left with some boys earlier…”
Lucy noticed the guilt flashing across Jude’s face and suspicion crept in. She’d already suspected Kelly days ago after he failed to show up at their usual meeting spot.
Today was Kelly’s birthday, and he’d lied, saying he was at home. But when Lucy went over, he wasn’t there.
Narrowing her eyes, she asked, “Jude, is Kelly in or not?”
Jude gave a nervous smile. “He’s not. You can try calling him.”
Lucy hesitated for a moment, then turned to leave. Jude’s tense expression relaxed — until she suddenly pushed past him.
“Hey, hey, Lucy! You can’t go in!” Jude called out loudly.
Lucy’s heart pounded wildly. Jude’s reaction told her everything: something was very wrong.
This wasn’t the first time she’d come to Jude’s place. Usually, Kelly would bring her along whenever he wanted to see Jude.
Her face twisted in shock when she suddenly heard loud panting and heated voices filled with passionate confessions.
“Do you like the way I ride you, huh?”
“Yes, yes, Rose, ummh... fuck!”
“Lucy and I, who do you love?”
“It’s you I love, Rose. Lucy is just a girl I’m with for her money.”
Lucy froze, anger flushing her face, her eyes fierce and burning.
“Lucy, don’t listen to their nonsense,” Jude said quickly, trying to laugh it off. “They’re just talking nonsense because they’re having fun.”
But Lucy’s sharp glare and bloodshot eyes silenced him instantly.
Without a word, she turned and walked away without interrupting her boyfriend, who was in bed with her best friend Rose.
Jude followed, trying to explain, “Lucy, it’s not what you think—”
Lucy paused at the door, then yelled, “I’m not blind, Jude. You’re both disgusting. I hate you.”
She slammed the door shut and burst into tears, rushing onto the street. Through her sobs, she hailed a taxi and climbed in, still weeping.
The taxi pulled over, and she hurriedly climbed inside.
"Are you alright, girl?" the driver asked as he peered into the rearview mirror, noticing Lucy sobbing and tears streaming down her face.She looked away, tears still falling, her shoulders trembling. The driver shrugged, deciding it was best to mind his own business.
"Where to?" he asked, his tone casual.Lucy’s eyes suddenly hardened, a cold smile curling on her lips. She was ready to make him pay for his betrayal.
"Number 2 Holland Street," she said softly but with steel in her voice.It was time for her to make him regret.
The more Ethan read the court summon, the angrier he became. His jaw clenched so tightly that his teeth ached."Clara wants child support—after dumping me for another man, after cheating on me," he muttered through gritted teeth. "That bitch is shameless, disgusting! I can't believe this! I’m so fucking angry!"In his rage, he tore the court notice into pieces, then paced around the room, frustration mounting. He couldn't understand why Clara would demand money now."Shameless cheating bitch," he cursed, bloodshot eyes blazing.He couldn’t stay still. One moment he sat, the next he stood, pacing furiously. His gaze turned icy, and without a word, he grabbed his coat and left his apartment.His body heated with frustration as he hailed a cab to Clara’s house.When the taxi stopped, he stormed out, fists clenched, and headed straight for the door. Without hesitation, he slammed his fist against it.From inside, Greg’s voice boomed, sharp and mocking. "Who the fuck is trying to tear my d
Mark shuddered inwardly, knowing his boss Victor’s twisted philosophy: the simpler the instruction, the greater the torment inflicted upon the recipient. Silently, he lit a candle for Ethan, a silent gesture of pity.“I’ll take care of that right away, Chairman,” Mark said, turning on his heel and walking out without another word.Once he was gone, Victor’s lips curled into a faint smile. His gaze drifted to a framed photograph of Jade sitting on his desk. His little wife—so sweet, so delicate. She probably hadn’t even touched her phone all day.“Who asked me to marry such a lovely wife?” he mused aloud, but there was no regret in his voice—only a strange sense of excitement and happiness about his marriage to Jade.Meanwhile, Ethan remained unaware of the plotting against him. Instead, anger simmered beneath his calm exterior. Since arriving at the company, he’d been bombarded with questions about his injured face.The bruises on his cheek hadn’t fully faded. Every time he recalled h
Ethan watched with shock as Clara obediently signed the divorce papers, then quietly walked into the kitchen. He was too shocked and in total disbelief because he had lived with Clara for many years, and he could tell she was a stubborn lady who would always refuse to obey his commands.But she actually listened to another man without complaint. She obeyed a loser, an ex-convict. The more he thought about this, the more he regretted all he had done for Clara—the number of times he had washed plates, cleaned the house, given her money, taken her on expensive dates, shopping. He regretted it all."Hey! Hey! She have signed the divorce. Take this loser out of my house. I don't want to ever see you both here again, or I am going to make sure you both go to hell," Greg threatened ferociously.Ethan looked at him and didn't say a word. He felt like Greg was right—he was actually a loser. He couldn't even compare to a man who had gone to jail and had nothing to his name apart from the crimes
Ethan wasn’t in the mood to discuss anything. He asked directly, “Are you going to help me get a divorce or not?”When Ken heard the tone in Ethan’s voice, he realized immediately that Ethan had already made up his mind. There was no persuading him otherwise.“Alright, let’s meet tomorrow. I’ll draft the divorce papers, and once you both sign, I’ll process it. Did she agree?” Ken asked cautiously.But Ethan’s thoughts suddenly drifted to Clara. His anger flared. “That damn bitch knows everything. I don’t care if she agrees or not. I’m not staying married to a known cheat. She deserves to die and rot in hell.”He abruptly ended the call, his breathing heavy with rage. Frustration boiled over as he grabbed a handful of sand and hurled it toward the river. He clenched his teeth tightly, feeling helpless.He sat there in the cold, unmoved, lost in his turmoil. When he finally left the riverbank, dawn was breaking. His appearance was disheveled, his mood bleak. His phone rang—Ken’s call.“
Ethan slowly got to his feet, a heavy weight settling in his chest. In that moment, the harsh truth hit him—how foolish he had been. He had abandoned Jade and clung desperately to Clara, only to end up filled with regret. He regretted betraying Jade, using her for his own selfish desires. And all he had done, all his sacrifices, had been for Clara—who not only cheated on him but showed no fear of losing him.Tears streamed down his face.“You’re such a—” Ethan’s voice cracked with anger and pain, “you’re such a damn hoe, Clara. I regret ever betraying Jade for you. You’re cheap, a piece of shit.” His fists clenched tightly, trembling as memories of everything he’d done for her flooded his mind, fueling his fury.Clara crossed her arms, cool and unbothered, meeting his rage with a smirk. “A pimp calling me a hoe? Please. You expect me to feel hurt? You’re no better, Ethan. Now, you need to leave. Greg will be back any minute.”Ethan’s eyes widened in disbelief. What? He paid for this h
Clara panicked when she looked towards the wall-clock. When she saw it was the time that Ethan usually returned from work, she panicked.And flusteredly explained, "Greg, please, don't do it, my hus—"Greg grabbed her neck tightly, stopping her from saying whatever she wanted to. His grip on her neck was tight. Clara struggled to breathe, but he didn't let go. He sneered, "What dog-shit husband? When I want you, you should be asking how many hours, not giving me excuses. Do you forget who you are? You are my bitch, my personal bitch. Get that."Then Greg turned her around and bent her over on the couch. Clara placed her hands on it while she arched her back.Greg pulled up her gown, exposing her G-string-covered ass. He rubbed his palms on her butt while hissing in satisfaction, "I missed your fucking butts. No soft ass, just some dumb shit dudes trying to piss me off all day. It's good they're back. I know they missed Daddy."He raised his hand and spanked her butt."Argh!" Clara cri