Chapter: 71Chapter 71Scarlet Wolff My heart wrenched painfully as memories of yesterday replayed in my head, but I held my head up high. It was meant to be like that, anyway.My phone screen lit up with a text, and I went to pick it up. A smile spread across my lips when I saw the text from Derek.'I found one on lease. It's beautiful'"That's so fast." I muttered after reading the text and the address attached to it.I had reached out to him early this morning to help me find an available apartment for lease. It'll still take a couple of months before my parents will be back, and staying back here was the last thing I'd allow myself to do.'Thank you. Let's talk about it over lunch later'.I sent him a text and just as I was about to toss my phone away, it started to ring. I thought it was Derek at first, until I checked and saw that it was Alexa."Hey, baby girl." Her cheerful voice sounded through the phone as soon as I answered the call."Hey, baby." I slumped on the bed, rubbing my templ
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Chapter: 70Chapter 70Derek Woods "Where are you coming from?" Dad rose to his feet as soon as I walked inside the living room. His eyes were blazing with anger."You didn't show up for dinner yesterday. What do you think you are doing?" He yelled at me again, and I rolled my eyes."I told you that I wasn't interested in having dinner with you. I guess you didn't get the message." I replied to him casually, tucking my hands inside my pockets."I told you to lay low, Derek. I told you to-""Come on, dad. It's not that I killed anyone..." I cut him off, rolling my eyes as I walked past him."Why are you here this early morning by the way?" I paused, turning back to face him."What is so important that made you come here this early, hmm?" I raised my eyebrows, and he clenched his jaws tightly, glaring hard at me."Let's talk." He muttered, sitting on the couch.'I'm tired and not in the mood for this'.I wanted to tell him, but changed my mind and decided to hear him out.I walked over to sit on t
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Chapter: 69Chapter 69Derek Woods "I...I..." she stuttered, turning her face away from me.A scoff tore through my throat, my fingers slowly clenching tightly into a fist as I stared at her. I didn't want to believe she knew about it even though I could already tell from her reaction."Wait..." I closed the distance between us, and it was then I noticed the bruises on her arm which she tried to cover up. "Mom... what is this?" My voice came out in a whisper, my lips trembling as I reached for her hand, but she snatched it away from me, covering it up with her hand."It's...it's nothing, darling. I'm fine." She forced a smile, avoiding eye contact with me."That bastard... has he been abusing you?" My stomach riled up with anger, my heart pulsated in my chest, and my blood boiled as I asked her."No, darling. Ronnie... he is not abusing me." She quickly shook her head, and I scoffed in disbelief. Still defending him even though it was obvious, yeah?"You told me he was on a business trip. Was h
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Chapter: 68Chapter 68Derek Woods My fingers clutched tightly around the fork as I stared at mom blankly."It's three weeks, darling. I only found out about it some days ago, and I couldn't wait to tell you about it." She squealed excitedly."Wo...wow!" I muttered, not knowing what to say.Happy? That was the least of the things I felt at the moment. She wasn't supposed to be pregnant. Not for that bastard. "Congratulations, mom." I forced a smile."Why do you look like that? Aren't you happy about it?" Her eyes narrowed as they bored into mine, and I chuckled dryly."Of course, mom. I mean... I'm happy for you." I replied to her, biting into my lip."Ronnie... does he know about the baby yet?" I asked."Hmm. I told him about it. He promised to celebrate the baby as soon as he gets back from his business trip." She nodded with a smile, and I felt a sting in my heart.He knew about her pregnancy and still went ahead to cheat on her? While my mom was here, struggling alone, he was in the arms of
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Chapter: 67Chapter 67Derek Woods 'Hey, Mom. I'm on my way'I dropped a text for mom as I strode to the parking lot."Excuse me, Sir." I was just about to hop inside the car when Rob called my attention as he walked over to me."Sir, Mr. Woods asked to remind you about your dinner today at his villa." "Tell him that I'm not interested." I dismissed him and hopped inside the car.My dad wanted us to have dinner together, but his face was the last thing I wanted to see. I didn't want something that'd ruin this happy moment for me.I arrived at mom's apartment in less than forty minutes' drive."Darling." Mom was already waiting in front of the door by the time I pulled over at the parking lot. She walked down to me."You are so late. Don't you know it's dangerous out there at this time?" She hugged me briefly."I'm sorry, mom. I had something to take care of. Shall we?" "Sure, darling."She led the way while I trailed behind her."The banana bread is so delicious. I bet you are going to love it
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Chapter: 66Chapter 66Scarlet Wolff I rolled on the bed for the umpteenth time before sitting up, running my fingers through my hair frustratingly.I have been indoor ever since I got back from school. Just lying on bed, staring at the ceiling and wallowing in thought.I lazily reached for my phone, and a gasp tore through my throat when I saw what time it was. 19:30.My stomach grumbled at that moment, reminding me that I hadn't eaten yet, so I got out of bed and dashed out of my room.My heart skipped a beat the moment I walked inside the kitchen and found Lucien cooking."Hey!" He looked back at me over his shoulder, a small smile playing on his lips."Hmm." I just hummed, swallowing nothing."Do you need anything?" He turned to face me, his eyes boring into mine.My eyes darted to the oven, and back at him."Oh... I'm baking waffles. I figured you haven't had dinner yet, so I thought you would like it." He explained, smiling at me."Alright." I replied to him casually, and turned to get jui
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Surprise! My Husband Is A Hidden Tycoon
While the whole world knew about Lyra Hades as the heiress of the 'Hades Group', I, her twin sister, Leilani Hades, was nothing, but her shadow whom nobody knew existed.'Marry Jaxon Grant in my place, and I will consider helping you' When my beloved nanny, the only one who ever cared about me was on the sickbed, at the verge of death, the only condition my twin sister gave in exchange for giving me money for the treatment, was to marry her boyfriend in her place. 'She couldn't be with a man who was just an adopted son. A dog of the Grant's family who was likely to not get any inheritance' that was her excuse for not marrying him, taking advantage of our identical face to fool him.However, there was something weird about my new husband from the day we got married. His aura, his charm, everything about him screamed power. He wasn't an ordinary adopted son whom my sister had mistaken him for. My husband was hiding something from me, but what was it? Does he have a hidden identity?
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Chapter: 5 Chapter 5 Leilani Hades My heart pounded hard in my chest as I sat in Mr. Derek's living room while waiting for him. Mr. Derek was my dad's best friend before he passed away, and he had since been our family's close friend after dad's demise. I didn't want to reach out to him if not that he was the last hope that I had. My attention was drawn to his footsteps descending the staircase, and my heart missed a beat as I fondled my fingers nervously. “I'm sorry for keeping you waiting, dear. I was attending to something in the room,” he groaned, sitting on the couch. Mr. Derek was in his early forties. “It's fine, Sir. Good day, Sir,” I bowed to him, and he waved his hand dismissively, smiling at me. “Leilani, right?” He asked, and I nodded. I had told him over the phone yesterday. “Uhm… Sir, about what we discussed,” I said almost in a whisper, my heart beating rapidly like it was going to explode. “Oh… right…” he paused, standing up from where he was sitting. I th
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Chapter: 4 Chapter 4 Leilani Hades I was welcomed by Lyra in the living room, polishing her nails. "Look who we have here. It's the latest bride..." She smiled, putting her nail polish away. She crossed her legs, reclining on the couch as she looked at me with a mocking smile on her face. "How is life treating you in your new matrimonial home? It must be horrible being with that loser, right?" She tucked her hair away, a smirk settling on her face. "Jaxon is no longer your boyfriend, but my husband now. Mind the way you address him!" I snapped at her, and she raised her eyebrows briefly. "Wow! I didn't see that coming. Have you fallen in love with Jaxon already?" She asked, and chuckled. "I shouldn't be asking you that. You both are perfect match for eachother, so it's not surprising," She rolled her eyes. "Where is Mom?" I asked restlessly. "Mom? She obviously is not here," She shrugged casually. "Where is she?" I demanded, my voice a bit louder and furio
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Chapter: 3 Chapter 3 Jaxon Grant My attention was drawn to the aroma coming from the dining room as soon as I woke up in the living room. My body ached since I was not used to sleeping on the couch, but I felt relieved as the thought of my wife crossed my mind. The table was already set with series of dish which all looked delicious. My mouth salivated at the sight of them. "Good morning, wife," My lips curled up in a smile as I walked over to Lyra. "Good morning," Her voice was low and shaky, turning to glance at me with a forced smile on her face. As much as I didn't want to give it much thought, I couldn't help but notice how awkward she had been around me since yesterday that we got married. 'You two just got married. It's only right that she feels this way' I tried to convince myself. Besides, we didn't date for long before getting married, and we've only hung out a couple of times. "You didn't have to stress yourself," I said, going to stand beside her. I tu
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Chapter: 2 Chapter 2 Leilani Hades Jaxon was already waiting for me in front of the city hall by the time I arrived, so I alighted from the cab with my luggage. A suitcase that had everything I owned. "Lyra," He had the most joyous smile on his face as he walked up to me. "I was worried about you. Are you ok? I've been trying to reach your phone but you weren't taking your calls," He held my shoulders, his pair of brown eyes gazing into mine worriedly. He had the most innocent and handsome chiseled face with a sharp jawline, a pair of charming hazel eyes that had me melting inside, thick eyebrows, long eyelashes, nubian-shaped nose, small sexy lips. And a set of white dentition with the most beautiful smile ever. "Are you ok?" He cupped my cheek in his warm palm, and my heart skipped a beat. What if he finds out that I wasn’t Lyra? "Ye...yeah. I'm fine. Uhm... about that...I...I... Something happened to the phone," I stuttered. I feared he might
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Chapter: 1 Chapter 1 Leilani Hades "Mom, please help me. I need to save nana," I fell to my knees, begging Mom with tears in my eyes. "I can't let her die," I shook my head, whimpering. "Why should I give you money to save Felicia, Leilani? Stop trying so hard. She's already old. She's going to die, anyway," Mom looked at me with that usual expression disgust and hatred as she stated casually. 'Why does she hate me so much?' This is the question I've been asking myself for years but didn't have an answer to. I would've sworn she adopted me if not that we had striking resemblance. "Why don't you stop being pathetic because of that old hag, Leilani? I'm disappointed in you," Lyra, my twin sister rolled her eyes, crossing her legs. She was sitting on the couch with Mom. This old hag she was referring to was the only family I had. The only one who ever cared about me. The only one who never bullied or looked down on me when my biological family did. How could I Iet h
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Rebirth Of The Scorned Wife
Betrayal--- I thought it was the worst pain I could feel, until I found out my husband wasn't just cheating on me with my sister... He had poisoned me to kill our unborn child so he could finally get married to my sister.
'Sign the divorce papers if you want to save your child , Rose'
Wallowing in pain, I watched the man who had once sworn with his life that he loved me with everything in him. The man whom I've sacrificed everything for. My career, my dreams, my identity, and my heart. Was it in exchange for this betrayal all along?
My heart twisted in my chest resentfully as tears blurred my vision. His betrayal cut deeper than a dagger, but my only thought at that moment was my unborn child. He was innocent. He didn't deserve to die. He deserved to live no matter the monster his father was.
My hand trembled as I signed the divorce paper, my blood soaking every page that I turned.
"I have signed the divorce papers, Mathew... Please take me to the hospital. I need to save our baby." I pleaded, my hand clutching my stomach tightly as pain shot through it. I was scared that I might lose my baby if I spent any more minute bleeding.
He looked at me, without remorse, his arm wrapping around my sister's waist as a smirk tugged at the corner of his lips.
"Why should I? Just pack your things and leave."
And with that, he turned his back on me, walking away without sparing me another glance as if I didn't exist.
As darkness came looming over, my strength slowly draining off, only one question echoed in my mind.
Is this really the end?
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Chapter: 39Chapter 39 Rosebud Martinez ‘Appointment with CEO of Kent’s corp’ The reminder popped up in my phone as I got ready for the office. I stood in front of the mirror to admire myself briefly. White suit always hits differently. Its elegance is always unexplainable. My phone rang as I reached for my handbag. It was Clara. I picked on the first ring. “Clara…” I exited the room, walking along the hallway. “Good morning, Ms. Martinez. I called to remind you about your appointment with Ms. Kendal. It's in two hours.” “Yes, I know. I'll be in the office soon.” The call ended as I walked inside the living room. Mathew wasn't anywhere around. I guess he didn't come home last night, or even this morning. That's his business anyway. He was the least of my worries. I drove to the company, and headed to my office. Clara wasn't on seat, so I called her as I walked inside my office. “Where are you?” I asked. “I'm sorry, ma. I went to the canteen to grab breakfast.” “Alr
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Chapter: 38Chapter 38 Rosebud Martinez ‘Appointment with CEO of Kent’s corp’ The reminder popped up in my phone as I got ready for the office. I stood in front of the mirror to admire myself briefly. White suit always hits differently. Its elegance is always unexplainable. My phone rang as I reached for my handbag. It was Clara. I picked on the first ring. “Clara…” I exited the room, walking along the hallway. “Good morning, Ms. Martinez. I called to remind you about your appointment with Ms. Kendal. It's in two hours.” “Yes, I know. I'll be in the office soon.” The call ended as I walked inside the living room. Mathew wasn't anywhere around. I guess he didn't come home last night, or even this morning. That's his business anyway. He was the least of my worries. I drove to the company, and headed to my office. Clara wasn't on seat, so I called her as I walked inside my office. “Where are you?” I asked. “I'm sorry, ma. I went to the canteen to grab breakfast.” “Alright… Get me co
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Chapter: 37Chapter 37 Rosebud Martinez “What's my schedule for today, Clara?” I didn't spare Clara a glance, as my gaze was fixated on my computer screen, slowly scrolling through the market stock. I started working as soon as I arrived at the company thirty minutes ago. “Appointment with Mr. John by noon. Sightseeing by 2pm, and board meeting by 4pm.” I paused and rubbed my temple, groaning silently. That's a whole lot of work to do today. I was already exhausted from yesterday, but they were all important, so postponing any of them wasn't even an option. “Alright.” I nodded. “Ms. Kendal of Kent corp reached out, ma. She said she needed to discuss something with you directly.” “Not today, Clara. Tell her Thursday when she reaches out to you again. I will send you the details of the place and time before then.” I waved my hand in the air dismissively, reclining on the chair. “Alright, ma.” “You can go if that's all. I'll call you if I need anything else.” I dismissed her. ***** My p
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Chapter: 36Chapter 36 Rosebud Martinez I stepped out of the car the moment it pulled over at Mathew’s parking lot, heading inside. I stepped into the quiet apartment, its air heavy with unspoken tension. I walked ahead, past the dimly lit hallway, straight into the living room. “Rose… honey… Hear me out, please.” Mathew ran after me, but I didn't spare a glance, nor falter my steps. “I can explain, honey.” I was forced to halt abruptly when he held my hand. My skin recoiled with disgust, so I yanked his hand off, turning to face him. “What is it, Mathew?” “Let me explain what happened, honey. You misunderstood everything that happened.” I scoffed. “You already explained, Mathew. You stood in for Megan's boyfriend. What's there to explain to me again?” “But you are still mad at me.” I closed the distance between us. “Or were those lies? Is there something else you want to tell me? He batted his eyelashes, swallowing whatever it was in his throat as he took a step back.
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Chapter: 35Chapter 35 Rosebud Martinez “Shame. She didn't stay for dessert.” He chuckled softly. “Why'd you do that? Megan probably had something to discuss with you.” I glared at him, and he scoffed. “Nothing. I thought we could all hang out together.” His eyes said otherwise. He did that deliberately, but I didn't press on. “Enough of Megan. Why don't we talk about you, hmm? You don't look fine. Is everything alright?” It amazes me how Bruce could always read through me like I was a book. Even when I try to hide my emotions, he could always tell. “I'm fine.” “No, you're not… Come on, talk to me.” He propped his chin with his elbows on the table, eyes on me. I bit my lip hard. “Don't worry about it. It's nothing serious. I can handle it.” Not that he could do anything about it if I told him anyway, so what was the point? And I didn't want to look pathetic. I mean, this is about my work, so I should be able to handle it without his help. He smirked. “You know I'm not giving up jus
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Chapter: 34Chapter 34 Megan Martinez “Hello, Mr. Collins. I am calling regarding your warehouse construction. I was wondering if we can work together.” I spoke on the phone, barely confident. “Who is this?” I frowned as Mr. Collins' annoying raspy voice sounded through the phone. Seriously? We'd spoken before. I even helped him land a property once. Mr. Collins and I have worked together on a project before. I had helped him secure a property before, so it was surprising he didn't know it was me. “It's me, Megan… Megan Martinez or Meg realty.” He went silent for a moment. Like he was trying to process my words, or he still couldn't recognise me. “Mr. Collins…” “I'm already talking to a realtor about it, ms. Martinez. Thanks for reaching out. I'll let you know in the future if I need your help.” “Mr. Collins…” The call ended with a beep. He didn't wait for me to say a word. I sighed, dragging my nails through my hair. I was going to strike a deal with Bruce last time, when he
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