LOGINOctavia Lancaster got married to the man whom she was betrothed to since childhood. Their union was never about love; only an alliance between two powerful empires. But when Octavia discovered she was pregnant, she began to hope for something more. Maybe a child will make Declan finally love her. Instead, betrayal shattered the little faith she had left. "I will never love Octavia. She's nothing but a means to an heir to secure my empire" Humiliated and heartbroken, Octavia walks away- carrying a secret that will change everything. Seven years later, she is no longer the fragile wife who waited for affection. She is Dr. Octavia Lancaster, a world renowned Neurologist at the top of her field. Until her past came crashing back; Declan on the brick of death is brought to her. Only she can save him. But the man who wakes up is no longer the cold hearted husband who abandoned and neglected her. He is a man consumed by regret. A man who is determined to win her back at any cost. And Octavia is no longer a woman who can be claimed. She wants justice. She wants him to feel the devastation he once made her endure. In a war between his redemption and her revenge, who will surrender first?
View MoreDeclan sat in his office, scribbling through documents piled up before him, frustrated to the core. Ever since news about his divorce went public, his company has suffered massive losses. No one wanted to work with a man who couldn't put his family together. And this morning, a call come from the hospital informing him that Octavia was pregnant and that a very important document would be sent to him about her pregnancy.A knock came and his Secretary entered."Sir... The document from the hospital have arrived" He informed, stretching the envelope to Declan who immediately grabbed it and waved at him to leave. Declan stared at the medical report in his hand. The first paper was an ultrasound confirming Octavia pregnancy. His face beamed. But the second paper made the smile on his face vanish instantly. His eyes grew wide in shock."Elective Termination of Pregnancy at patients request" The bold saying read.His eyes flew back to the top, rereading the patient's name."Octavia Rothsch
Everything around Octavia froze.“No,” she breathed. “That’s not true. My baby is fine. You’re wrong.”The doctor sighed. “You suffered excessive bleeding from the fall and stress. By the time Miss Vanessa brought you here… we did everything we could.”Octavia stared at him, unblinking. Her body felt numb, but a sharp, unbearable pain tore through her chest. “No… no, no, no.”Her vision blurred as hot tears spilled down her cheeks. “It’s my fault,” she choked out. “I shouldn’t have climbed that ladder. I should’ve been more careful…”A sob racked her body, her hands gripping the sheets.She should have listened. Now her baby was no more. But as the grief consumed her, a different thought broke through,Declan.Her breath hitched."Wait, Doctor, where is my husband? Is he here?" "Well erm..." Octavia scrambled for her phone with trembling hands. Then she it. 19 calls. She had called him nineteen times and he picked not even one of her calls.And the voicemail she sent? No reply.Som
MONTHS LATER The garden buzzed with activity as maids rushed about, carrying flowers, ribbons, and lanterns. Octavia stood in the center, her eyes scanning every detail. She refused to let her mind wander to anything else. This event had to be perfect. The entire Rothschild household will be present, she couldn't risk anything being amiss. Year after year, the Rothschild household gather together to celebrate the end of the year and since Octavia became Declan's wife, she has been the one organizing this annual party.“Lady Octavia, where should we place the rose arrangements?” one of the maids, Anna, asked, her arms full of fresh red roses.“Near the fountain,” Octavia instructed. “They’ll stand out beautifully there.”Anna nodded and hurried off. Another maid, Clara, approached, holding a handful of silk ribbons. “My lady, should these go around the pillars or the chairs?”Octavia glanced around, considering. “The pillars. Keep the chairs simple. The focus should be on the center
"Congratulations Mrs.Rothschild, you're five weeks pregnant" Octavia's eyes grew wide and she paled in shock.Pregnant?Her hand instantly clutched her stomach. She's pregnant...with Declan's child. Her child. Her once shocked face beamed. Joy filled her heart at the thought of a life growing inside and at the thought of her husband, Declan's reaction. This was what he ever wanted. To have a child of his own. An heir to take over his empire. But she was scared. What if...he doesn't accept their child?"Doctor, are you sure about this?" She licked her trembling lips.The doctor nodded "The rest result confirmed it"Octavia exhaled heavily. Finally. That night had led to this. Maybe...this will finally make Declan look at he with a smile. Tears welled her eyes at the thought of it.The doctor studied her closely the lean forward slightly "You look overwhelmed" That was an understatement.Octavia let out a chuckle "It's just...a lot to process" she breathed.The doctor smiled "It's no
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