Novels by Elizabeth Marvy

Jack, Isabella and Daisy sat in the adoption agency’s reception, their faces tensed with impatience as they waited for the manager to arrive. Jack frequently glanced at the clock, letting out deep sighs and shaking his head with his jaw clenched, his growing frustration evident. After what felt like eternity, the entrance door swung open and the trio’s eyes darted toward it, their eyes blazing with anticipation. The manager, Mrs. Morris walked in, her heels clicking softly on the tiles. She paused upon seeing Daisy, but her eyes widened in shock as they landed on Jack. “Mr. Mason,” her voice laced with surprise, extending her hand for a handshake. “Yes I am,” Jack replied, accepting the handshake. Mrs. Morris turned to Daisy, her face still etched with shock. “You came with Mr. Mason?” “Yes, and his wife,” Daisy gestured to Isabella, who stood up and greeted Mrs. Morris with a warm smile. “About the case you discussed with me?” Mrs. Morris’ eyes narrowed slightly, darting from

“This is the result, ma’am,” The scientist said with a warm smile, handing the envelope to Isabella, who took it with a trembling hand. “Thank you,” she whispered and gently placed the envelope in her bag, stood up and walked out of the hospital with Jack following closely behind her. “Can we check it now?” Jack asked once they were settled in the car. “No,” Isabella whispered, her gaze fixed on the road. “I’ll check it when we get home.”Jack kept silent, his patience wearing thin as they drove home. Immediately they entered into their bedroom, Isabella brought out the envelope, shut her eyes tight, and took a deep breath before proceeding to tear the envelope open. Her hands trembled as she pulled out the result. With teary eyes, she glanced through it and her eyes widened with shock and excitement when she saw the result was 99.9% positive. “Oh my goodness,” Isabella breathed, her hand trembling so hard that the paper slipped off from her fingers. Jack quickly picked it up an

“Drive to the family hospital,” Jack instructed his chauffeur, but Isabella quickly interjected. “No, Jack no,” her voice trembled as she wagged a finger.“No, what? Aren't you going to do the DNA test again,” Jack's voice rose, his anger palpable. “I want us to change the hospital, I don't…..want the family hospital, ” Isabella’s eyes brimmed with tears as she pleaded. Jack let out a frustrating hiss and clenched his teeth in fury. “Sam, drive to any nearby hospital,” his voice came out reluctant and filled with anger. Isabella could feel the tension in the car, making her heart pound in anxiety. Jack's silence was unnerving and knowing she'd be in trouble if the DNA result proves negative made her fear intensified. The chauffeur pulled into a big hospital and the car doors were immediately opened for Jack and Isabella. Jack's face remained frown while Isabella’s anxiety was etched on her face as they walked into the hospital. After making their purpose known to the receptionist

“Sweetheart,” Jack called, tapping her shoulder, making her flinch. “Who are you looking at?” He asked, his gaze searching where Isabella’s gaze was fixed.“It's nothing, I’m just admiring the baby girl,” Isabella said, pointing towards Maya, but Aima had already turned her face, so Jack could only see the baby's back. “You did well today,” Jack praised as he playfully poked her ribs. “We're outside,” Isabella reminded him, covering her mouth to stifle her laugh. The awards ceremony continued, but Isabella’s gaze kept drifting back to Aima and Maya. She had the urge to call Daisy and asked about the investigation progress, but knowing it was too early for that, she resisted the urge.“We can leave now,” Jack whispered, gently helping her up. Isabella felt like not going, she really wanted to go and hold Maya, but was scared of what Jack would think of her again. As they walked out of the ballroom, reporters swarmed around them with microphones and cameras to interview them. “Go

“Darling, we have somewhere to go this morning,” Jack announced as he strode to his wardrobe, searching for an outfit. Isabella sat up in bed, confusion etched on her face. “Where? You didn't tell me we’d be going out today.”Jack, already putting off his nightwear, replied. “Yes, I forgot about it. My PA just reminded me this morning and we’re running late already. Please, get up and start getting ready” “But where are we going?”“The business Awards ceremony,” Jack called out as he rushed into the bathroom. I'll be presenting some awards, and I need you to be there with me.” Isabella sluggishly rose from the bed, yawning. She didn't feel like going anywhere but since she’d promised to make it up to Jack for leaving him at home alone on Valentine's Day, she had no choice. She moved to her wardrobe and began searching for a dress that would fit the occasion. Her gaze landed on the black ankle length gown with touches of red, a gift from Jade on her last birthday. She gently pulle

“This woman,” Daisy unconsciously blurted out. Isabella’s curious gaze snapped her back to the moment. Realizing her slip up, she quickly forced a smile and gently placed a hand on Isabella’s shoulder. “Isabella, please go home. I’ll get back to you,” she reassured. “I’m thinking we should carry out a DNA test on the baby and….” “Isabella,” Daisy cut her off gently. “Even if we decide to carry out a DNA test and it proves that the baby is yours, we still need to find out who the culprit is and why the baby was stolen.” Isabella reluctantly nodded, grabbing her bag. “Please, don't let my husband or his brother know about this,” she pleaded. “I’m keeping it as our secret,” Daisy replied with a reassuring smile. “Don't forget to contact me,” Isabella whispered, wiping away her tears as she turned to leave. After Isabella left Daisy’s office, Daisy’s mind kept reeling with thoughts of her mother being the culprit. The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. When she cou

“You can go home,” Ethan's cold voice broke the silence, jolting Ava's back to the moment. Her teary eyes locked onto his stern eyes. Wasn't he going to say anything about what his mother had just said? “And….what about your mother?” Ava's voice trembled with emotion. Ethan's teeth clenched in frustration, his jaw tightening visibly. “I’ll handle that, go and take care of my daughter,” his face frowning as he said that. Ava nodded quietly and turned to leave but her feet felt rooted to the spot. She remembered she hadn't asked about Ethan's diagnosis. “What are you waiting for?” Ethan asked coldly. Ava returned slowly to him. “Your…I forget to ask how you're faring,” her voice trembled with fear. She swallowed hard and continued, ”The doctor refused to tell me your diagnosis,” Ethan's face squeezed up in a frown, and Ava's gaze dropped. “I'm fine, you don't need to know my diagnosis….”“I'm your wife!” Ava's voice rose, catching Ethan off guard. It was as if her patience and ca

“What happened to Ethan again?” Mrs. Evangeline King rushed into the hospital waiting room, her breath fast with panic. Ava stood up, confusion and nervousness swirling inside of her as she watched Mrs. Evangeline King stormed in. Though they had never met, the faint resemblance to Ethan made her suspect this was his mother. “Good….. afternoon, ma,” Ava stammered, unsure of what to say to the visibly shaking woman. Mrs. Evangeline ignored her, her focus on Miriam. “Where's my son? What are the doctors saying?” Her voice trembled with anxiety.“The doctor hadn't disclosed his diagnosis yet. He is with him in the ward, ma.” Miriam replied with her head bowed, pointing toward the private emergency ward. Without any other questions, Mrs. Evangeline rushed to the ward with her bodyguard running to keep up with her pace. Ava glanced over at Miriam, whose face etched with confusion. Perhaps Miriam was confused and shocked with the way Mrs. Evangeline ignored her daughter-in-law. Ava’s

“Jess!” Henry exclaimed, rushing back into his car. He’d thought the collision had seriously damaged Ava's taxi, but just as he was about to get to them, the taxi driver sped off. He sped after them but only to slam into a pole, bringing him to an abrupt halt. Before he could recover, Ava's taxi had vanished out of sight. Panic flooded through his blood as he circled the street, frantically searching for Ava's taxi. He drove to the King’s enterprise, but the fear of raising suspicion forced him to turn back. “What the hell do I want to tell Alicia,” he growled, pounding his fist on the steering wheel. Though he looked like the scary one, Alicia seemed more formidable and he feared her anger.Still pondering on what to do next, his phone rang, disrupting his thoughts. A glance at the screen revealed Alicia’s name, sending chills down his spine. Reluctantly, he answered the call and put the phone on speaker. “Is it done?” Alicia's voice was dangerously low. Henry's hand ran through

Ava's POV “Alright,” he whispered, sending relief coursing through my spine. I hadn't expected him to accept so quickly. That means he needed this marriage more than I thought, perhaps not just because of Lily but to ward off his parents’ troubles. “Sign,” he said coldly, dropping a paper before me. My eyes narrowed as I picked it up and lo and behold it was a marriage certificate. “That was so fast,” I muttered under my breath. I shot him a disdainful look, not when he was looking though. Then, I grabbed a pen and put down my signature. My heart fluttered as I realized I had just gotten married without a wedding gown and in an office. That wasn't what I wanted, but it was necessary for my life. “My chauffeur will take you home to pack your belongings,” Mr. Ethan said, his gaze fixed on his PC. “No, I’ll get it myself,” I said sharply, biting back my retort as anger growled inside of me for his coldness towards his newly wedded wife. “My parents don't have any idea of this marri

Ava's POV “Ava…..Ava, would you just stay inside that room and let me serve dinner?” That was Alicia's voice. I slapped my forehead in frustration and quickly hid the contract marriage terms and conditions. “Ava….” Her voice grew louder. “I'm coming!” I shouted back, clearly frustrated and quickly rushed out of the room. “Is this how you ignore your mother?” My dad yelled as I got to the dining room.“I rushed down here as I heard her voice….”“That's a lie,” Alicia snapped. “I called you more than five times.”“Five times,” I muttered, but swallowed my retort and whispered, “I’m sorry.” My dad's angry gaze lingered on me before he hissed and sat down. I hurried to the kitchen to serve the food, but Alicia had already portioned it onto plates, leaving them ready for me to carry to the dining table. However, there were only three plates on the tray. I rushed to the pot to see if she’d left some for me, but the pot was scraped clean. “1..2..3,” I recounted slowly. “Ahh!” I silent

Ava's POV “Name your price,” my CEO said, his eyes locked on me.‘A contract marriage for eighteen years,’ the more I thought about it, the more my heart ached.“Sir, If it's because of Lily, I can be her nanny not your wife!”He leaned forward, his expression unreadable. “Ava, my mother is on my neck to get married, your stepmother is maltreating you. Let's get married to be free from them.” “I…didn't tell you my stepmother is maltreating me.” My eyebrows furrowed in shock.“Oh, you didn’t need to say it directly. I understand when you told me about your late brother,” he said, his tone now calm. A contract marriage with my CEO wasn’t how I wanted to escape my stepmother's trap, but even at that, I began weighing my options inwardly. Ethan King was a cold-hearted boss, Alicia was a wicked stepmother, which of them would I be safe with?“Ava…” he called, snapping me out of my thoughts. “I need to think about this,” I said and without waiting for his response I stormed out of his