Chapter: Bonus Chapter A month had passed since we left Paris. Our little family had settled into a cozy villa overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Well, we moved in for the wedding, actually. Now, standing in front of the mirror, I smoothed out my lace wedding gown. My heart fluttered as I thought of Xavier waiting for me at the altar. "Sarah, you look stunning," my maid of honor said, adjusting my veil. Who else would it be? It's my best friend, Helen. I smiled, feeling like a princess. The ceremony was intimate, with only close friends and family attending. "Hey, kiddo." A voice interrupted my thoughts, bringing a smile to my face. "The guests are waiting. Are you just gonna sit there and admire yourself?" Juniper appeared at the door, crossing her arms and wearing a feigned frown on her face. Juniper had helped out with the wedding planning; she even brought her kids along. Although I was grateful for her expertise, her planning ways exceeded Xavier's budget, but he didn't complain. "Juniper, you'
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Chapter: Chapter 106: Surprise SARAH'S POV "About what!" I snapped, my eyes blazing. Xavier held my shoulders to placate me, but I was beyond reasoning. My baby was at risk because of him, and he was lucky nothing happened to him or her. If something had happened, I would have... I stopped and forced myself to stay calm when I noticed my father's soft gaze.He leaned against the wall without speaking, letting me pour out my anger. Only when I was done did he finally speak. "I meant to say..." He hesitated, glancing at Xavier. "I'm... sorry."It was as if he forced those words right out of his mouth.I looked away, breaking eye contact, and Xavier gently stroked my shoulder again."Sarah, calm down. Don't stress yourself out, okay?"Yeah, I'm pregnant. I shouldn't stress myself out.I flashed him a soft smile and leaned on his shoulders, making sure to avoid eye contact with my father."Sarah, I'm happy for you," my father continued, despite my bad attitude. "Now that there's nothing else I can do, you're free to l
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Chapter: Chapter 105: Triumph My eyes widened in shock as I found Sarah lying on the bed, pale and motionless. In an instant, my heart sank, and my world crumbled around me."Sarah?" I whispered, approaching her cautiously.My legs felt heavy, as if rooted to the spot, but I forced myself to move closer. William's presence faded into the background, irrelevant to the only thing that mattered – Sarah.I gently sat beside her, my hand reaching out to brush away the strands of hair clinging to her forehead. Her skin felt cold and clammy."Sarah," I whispered, my voice trembling.Her eyelids fluttered open, and our gazes met. For a moment, I saw a glimmer of recognition, a spark of life.But it was fleeting.Her eyes, once bright and full of laughter, now seemed dull and lifeless."Sarah, please," I begged, my voice cracking. "Talk to me.""Sarah!" William, who had finally broken out of his stupor, rushed over to her side, shaking her gently, completely disregarding my presence.Then he froze, staring at Sarah, as the
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Chapter: Chapter 104: Where's Sarah?XAVIER'S POV"Daddy, when is Sarah coming back?" Elizabeth had asked after I had watched as William's car disappeared, taking Sarah away from me. My heart felt like it had been ripped out. I couldn't believe I had to let her go.But I knew it was necessary. William's anger and determination to keep us apart were palpable.I crouched down to meet Elizabeth's height, her big brown eyes filled with concern. "Soon, sweetie. Sarah needs to go for now." I offered a reassuring smile."Where's William, her dad?" Harper chimed in, her brow furrowing. "Did the two of them leave?"I glanced up at Harper, who stood beside Hayden, his expression serious as if they were interrogating me.I let out a sigh and tried to simplify the truth. "Like I said, they're gone, but—" I was interrupted by Elizabeth whining. Her face scrunched up. "Why did Sarah leave without telling us? This is so unlike her."I took a deep breath, choosing my words carefully. "Sometimes, grown-ups need to figure things out. She
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Chapter: Chapter 103: So he has a girlfriend in Paris, huh?With my curiosity piqued, I got off the bed and made my way to the door. Walking down the hallway, the sound of heels clinking on the floor grew louder, making me even more curious about who had come to visit. Ever since I moved in, we’ve never had visitors, and that thought only fueled my curiosity.I entered the living room only to find a woman and my father walking from the door. My father’s gentle smile was a stark contrast to the tension that had filled the air moments before.Seriously? So I am the only downer here who won't get what she wants. I scoffed and quietly strode towards them.My eyes remained fixed on the lady, and I couldn’t help but keep my mouth wide open as I saw her intimate with my father. Her lips were pressed against my father's, and he responded with equal fervor, completely oblivious to my presence.So he has a girlfriend in Paris, huh?Way to go, Father; only you deserve happiness.I felt a mix of disgust and betrayal surging through me. I’ve learned to use
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Chapter: Chapter 102: Get a guy!"Welcome to my humble abode. Don't you like the view?" My father's cheerful voice cut through my thoughts. Again. He kept interrupting my moping with his unnecessary small talk and fake enthusiasm. Can't he see I'm still reeling from the pain he's caused?I forced a glance around the luxurious penthouse apartment, trying to appear unimpressed. To be honest, it was quite breathtaking, but I wouldn't say it."It's nice, Father," I said flatly, my voice devoid of enthusiasm.My father's smile faltered for a moment, but he quickly recovered."I'm glad you like it. You'll be comfortable—""Cut the small talk,I wasn't done talking." I spat, cutting him off. I chuckled, still glancing around. "It's just that it's missing something."My father, sensing my fake enthusiasm, leaned close with a smile. "What do you think is missing?"A mischievous grin spread across my face as I replied, "My happiness."My father's smile froze, his eyes widening, caught off guard by my true intention."Sarah, co
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Chapter: Chapter 067Antonio reached her in three powerful strides. Before she could even blink, he spun her around, her back hitting the door with a soft thud. His lips were on hers a second later, fast and rough, stealing her breath. Her hands flew up, as if she was going to push him away, but he quickly pinned them both above her head on the door, kissing her harder and faster until her head was spinning.She didn't fight him off, not like she thought she would. She just let him take over, kiss her, do whatever. And she had no clue why her words weren't working, weren't having their usual effect. She was going back on everything she said, being totally irrational again.Antonio finally pulled away, and she saw it: the raw hunger, the desperation in his eyes. This wasn't just flirting. This wasn't his usual playful look; it was something else."Should we go inside?" Antonio asked, his voice low and kind of rough.Camila, still breathless and a little dazed, managed to raise an eyebrow. "Are you seriousl
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Chapter: Chapter 066"Camila, wait!" Antonio yelled.Meanwhile, Camila was already at the gate, practically flying, as if her legs were made of lightning.Antonio caught up to her just in time and grabbed her arm. She sighed, and then, without even turning around, she said, "I'm going home, Antonio.""I know," he responded. "Let me drive you.""No thanks, I'll just call my driver," she mumbled, not looking at him."I insist," he pressed, and Camila finally glanced at him, shaking her head. "No."Antonio sighed in frustration. "Do we seriously have to fight about this? Come on."He gently pulled her toward the parking lot, and surprisingly, Camila didn't protest. For the first time, she was actually being a good girl. He couldn't help but wonder if it was the embarrassment from Abuelo or if it was still about that moment that got cut short.He chuckled to himself, then opened the car door for her like a total gentleman. She got in without an argument, avoiding eye contact.The moment Antonio started the en
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Chapter: Chapter 065It was light at first, softer and a bit sloppy. But she got the hang of it.Tongue dangling, lips brushing against his, an exploration that became something more, a desperate dance Camila hadn't known she craved.She moaned into the kiss, her hands still clamped around the glass pressed against his chest. Those seemed to be a cue for Antonio to take things further.He broke away, yanked the glass from her hand, and set it down on the table with a dull thud, not bothering to care if it spilled.And before Camila could fully process the hungry glint in his eyes, he slammed his lips on hers. His body moved, pressing her back against the cold counter with a force that stole her breath.Camila gasped, her hands finding his neck as she fisted his hair.The kiss deepened, becoming more frantic, messier, faster—too fast for Camila to keep up, her head spinning.Antonio broke away again and buried his face in her neck, nipping at it as he pulled her closer, so close there wasn't a tiny space b
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Chapter: Chapter 064"Camila, you're doing it wrong! Mix it anti-clockwise! You're mixing it like it's a treasure map leading to nowhere," Antonio instructed, more like a continuous bruise to her ego.Camila grumbled but didn't respond, focusing on mixing the batter and getting it over with. Maybe then Antonio would keep quiet.Meanwhile, Alberto ran to the kitchen every five minutes to check if the cake was ready."You're still mixing? How long is it going to take?" Alberto frowned in disappointment."You think baking a cake is easy?" Camila snapped louder than intended, but Antonio quickly cleared his throat, winking at her to keep it down.She sighed and smiled, trying to be nice. "Just wait; we'll put it in the oven soon." She then glared at Antonio. "What's the next ingredient?""The last ingredient," Antonio corrected. "Baking soda. And voila! I don't think we need to ice the cake when it's ready.""What!" Alberto exclaimed."What do you mean, 'what'?" Antonio raised an eyebrow, a smirk playing on h
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Chapter: Chapter 063Hearing that voice after so many years felt like a nail screeching down a chalkboard—sharp and irritating, yet still holding that old, undeniable command.It was a voice that used to make her spine stiffen, but now it just pricked at her, though she wouldn't let that show."Hello, Aunt." Camila turned to find Julie's face blank, clearly not buying the "hello" part."Drop the act, please. You didn't really come here to say hello, did you?" Julie challenged.Camila forced a smile. "I came to visit—""Or you came to threaten me about the inheritance thing," she cut in, her voice flat and unimpressed. It hadn't even crossed Camila's mind that she'd run into Julie here. Of course, she should have considered it. Still, it worked out. She could lay down her warning, hoping Julie would actually listen and hand over their father's investments and other properties without dragging them through court. She really hoped it would be that simple."That too. So how's it going? Thinking of taking the
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Chapter: Chapter 062Changed? Really? He just realized? Camila's smile didn't waver. She pointed a perfectly manicured finger at her own face. "Oh, this? Yeah, turns out getting dumped and then nearly dying tends to shake things up a bit. Who knew, right?" "He was referring to how cruel you've become, Camila," Madison chimed in. "I know he hurt you, cheated, but that... that didn't warrant death. You're talking like you wouldn't give a fuck if he was dead or you'd gloat over his corpse. He almost died, Camila; we were scared as fuck, and now you're..." She stopped herself, looking away, her eyes welling up with tears. Camila's smile dropped, a genuinely pained look on her face. "Did you ever ask Cole how he felt when he saw my car crumpled on the highway?" "That's..." Camila didn't let her speak. "Did you ever ask how he felt as he rushed to the hospital, or when he was told about my condition? How I almost died?" Madison opened her mouth, then closed it. She didn't dare meet Camila's gaze. B
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Chapter: Chapter 257: The beauty of a new life and living in the present Zack stared at his tablet for what felt like forever, hesitant. He was finally going to see the one who was behind his accident. But now the weight of the moment pressed down on him. He knew this call could change everything, reveal a face he might recognize, or a stranger he would despise. He wasn't sure he was ready for either.Ivy was by his side, squeezing his arm tightly and encouraging him to do it. "Come on, Finn made this possible for you, so... let’s get it over with," she said, wrapping her arms around his neck and nudging him to tap on the screen."Alright," he said finally, but as Ivy attempted to speak, a loud cry came out from the room."Lucas again," she growled and got up, placing a soft kiss on Zack's cheek. "Be right back."With that, she left, and Zack decided to get it over with as Ivy had said. He tapped on the screen, and there just what he had feared stared right back at him.Those familiar emerald eyes..."Chris. So it was really you," Zack whispered, disbelief
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Chapter: Chapter 256: Make it happen THE NEXT MORNING, Ivy and Zack made their way downstairs, luggage in tow, with Lucas giggling in his stroller. Lucas was babbling excitedly, clearly sensing the adventure ahead, and Ivy couldn't help but smile at her little boy's enthusiasm. Although she was still a bit hesitant about leaving, Zack's and Lucas's enthusiasm was infectious.But she had to agree a vacation would benefit them all.Just as they were about to head out the door, Xavier, their butler, rushed in, looking flustered."Wait, please!" Xavier exclaimed. "We have a visitor."Ivy's eyes narrowed, her smile faltering. "Who is it?"Xavier hesitated before responding. "It's... your..." Before he could finish, a voice cut in."Zack has woken up all this time, and you didn't bother informing us," Henry walked in, the old man right beside him.The moment he set eyes on Zack, he went straight to him and hugged him tightly. "I'm so glad you're okay, son..."Zack, caught off guard, returned the hug, a mix of surprise and conf
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Chapter: Chapter 255: Take a break "Ivy, remember when I took Roy outside?" Zack said, and Ivy frowned. "Yes, of course." "I thought... I thought I saw Chris. Briefly. Just a glimpse." Ivy's eyes widened in disbelief. "Chris? But... he hasn't called since that day..." "Exactly," Zack said, his brow furrowed. "But what if... what if... I don't know...?" Ivy shook her head, dismissing the idea. "Zack, that's impossible. Didn't you say he was an imposter?" "I'm starting to doubt that 'imposter' theory," Zack said. "It's too convenient the way he operates in the shadows... it's shady." Ivy's eyes narrowed, having a hard time processing everything. If he wasn't an imposter, then why hadn't he reunited with Zack? Why was he hiding? "What if... he has a vendetta? Against you?" Ivy sprang from the bed, her head filled with fear gnawing at her. She knew what it felt like to be wanted dead, and now Zack, this childhood friend... if it's true, then it's even worse than she imagined. "Maybe we should tell Finn every
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Chapter: Chapter 254: When it comes to enemies, Albert is the only one on my mind"Lucas, I'm home!" Zack announced as he stepped into the familiar warmth of their living room. Ivy smiled and quickly got beside him. "Careful, Zack," she cautioned, her hand lightly touching his arm. "Remember, you're still recovering." "Now you want me to be treated like a fragile piece of glass, huh?" Zack said with his usual smirk, and Ivy couldn't help but roll her eyes. "Yeah, that's what you are right now." Zack smirked, closing the short distance between them. "Is that so?" Ivy stepped back, a blush creeping into her cheeks. "Zack, this isn't the right place to... you know, do your usual thing..." She then said with gritted teeth, "Maria and Lucas are coming." Zack turned to find Maria smiling his way. She bowed slightly and then placed Lucas on the ground. "There he is," Zack said, his voice softening as he knelt down. He extended his arms, a wide, welcoming smile on his face. "Come here, buddy. Daddy's home." Lucas hesitated, his gaze shifting between Zack and
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Chapter: Chapter 253: Zack?"Zack, tomorrow's a big day. Lucas is hitting nine months," Ivy said, her voice soft as she gently ran her hands over Zack's. "Can you believe it? Nine months already?"She tried hard to grin, but what came out was a pathetic smile. "I... started him on complementary foods, you know. He seems to really like mashed sweet potatoes with a little cinnamon. He makes the funniest face when he tastes something new, but sweet potatoes are definitely his favorite."Ivy chuckled, despite knowing that Zack couldn't hear her. The sound was more for her own benefit, a way to release some of the tension and sadness that had been building up inside.But as she looked at Zack's still face, her expression shifted. Her smile faltered, and her eyes welled up with tears.Ivy's sigh turned into a sob, and she buried her face in her hands, letting the tears flow.She had hoped Zack would wake up before their son turned seven months, but now he was nine months, still trapped in this limbo.He didn't get to
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Chapter: Chapter 252: Believe you?SIX MONTHS LATERIvy's hands trembled as she held the phone, Bryan's voice sounding at the other end."Ma'am, we found him last night," Bryan said, his tone gentle but firm. "The driver who hit Zack. We've got a positive ID."Ivy's breath caught in her throat. Six months of waiting, wondering, and fighting for answers. Finally, she was going to get some justice."Who is it?" Ivy asked, her voice barely above a whisper.There was a pause before Bryan responded, "Marcus Thompson. The police are bringing him in for questioning. They're going to push him hard to see if he'll talk."Ivy's grip on the phone tightened. "Will he talk?""There's a good chance he might," Bryan said. "Thompson's got a history of criminal activity. He's been in and out of jail for various offenses. If the police can leverage that, he might be willing to cooperate."Ivy's mind was racing. "How soon can they get him to talk?" She wanted to wipe that smug look off Albert's face.Bryan hesitated before responding, "W
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