Cassidy was filled with excitement and joy as she scrolled through social media posts about Hayley. This was beyond anything she had hoped for. Though she hadn't initially believed that leaving matters to 'L' was the best idea, she was beginning to realize that she could indeed place her faith in 'L'.Clara noticed the genuine smile etched on Cassidy's face as she walked into Adrian's ward. Cassidy was seated beside Adrian on the bed. Her gaze was fixed on Cassidy in confusion as she made her way toward the table to drop the things she had brought with her. While Clara felt glad to see Cassidy happy, she couldn't understand the reason behind it; it was the first time in weeks that Cassidy had looked so cheerful.Teasingly, Clara asked as she sauntered to where she was. "Hey, Cass... What's the matter? What's got you so excited?"As if just noticing her presence, Cassidy raised her hand and met her gaze, her grin only widening as she replied. "I bet you haven't seen what's and who's go
"Madam Rosalie wishes to see you immediately," These were the words that echoed relentlessly in Hayley's mind as she made her way out of their shared room. The man had already left after delivering the message to Hayley. Kimberly had advised Hayley to go alone after providing directions to where Madam's office was located. She had also advised Hayley to try and explain the situation to Madam Rosalie if she'd have compassion on her and allow her to remain in the retreat. With that conviction, Hayley mustered the courage to saunter towards the office. As Hayley traversed the hallway toward Rosalie's office, anxiety churned in her stomach, exacerbated by the disdainful glances from those around her. The air was thick with their animosity and resentment. With her hands trembling at her sides, she fought to steady herself against the backdrop of their mocking whispers. Although she struggled to maintain a composed demeanor, deep inside, her nerves were fraying under the weight of thei
Madam Rosalie had come across the news about Hayley online shortly after returning to the City. Upon seeing Hayley’s photograph, disbelief washed over her as she grappled with the striking resemblance they both shared. It was the first time in her life that she encountered someone who looked so much like her.As Rosalie continued scrutinizing the photograph that evening, a thought had crossed her mind: What if Hayley was the daughter she had been searching for all these years? Initially, she dismissed the possibility, thinking it couldn't be true. But as the night wore on, she remained confused and curiosity gnawed at her, compelling her to request Hayley’s presence in her office the next day.Before now if someone had faced a similar situation as Hayley, Rosalie would have promptly dismissed them from her retreat. However, something about Hayley prompted her to act differently. She didn't want to take any chances and wanted to confirm her suspicion. *Rosalie's heart raced in antic
Hayley didn't notice the disbelief that crossed Rosalie's expression until Rosalie exclaimed with shock."What? Wendy is your foster mother?" she inquired, her eyes glimmering with intrigue. "Do you mean Wendy Forbes from Clasold City?"Hayley hesitated for a moment, then nodded in affirmation. She didn’t find Rosalie's astonishment strange, knowing that they both operated within the same professional sphere. Wendy Forbes, like Rosalie, was also a TV host and a popular figure.Encouraged by her own thoughts, Hayley continued, nodding in affirmation. "Y- Yes, she is."Rosalie grappled with her astonishment, her mind racing with several thoughts as she processed this new information. Something felt off, as if the pieces of a puzzle were not fitting together. She looked closely at Hayley, feeling an unfamiliar sensation arise within her. What was this? Could this young woman truly be her daughter? What if, when she was a child, she had fallen into Wendy's hands? How did everything connec
"Leonardo, what’s this rumor making the rounds about your ex-wife, Hayley Forbes?" Dana inquired during their family dinner, her curiosity evident as she struggled to comprehend the situation. "How is she even... You know what I mean." She added, staring at Leonardo intently. Leonardo sighed deeply at his mother's probing questions. He felt uncertain about how to address her concerns, grappling with his own tumultuous emotions. This was the third day since the rumor had surfaced, and it had escalated following the release of Cassidy's sympathetic video online. Despite his desperate attempts to reach her, Hayley had not responded to any of his calls or texts. Over the past two days, anxiety had consumed him, making it difficult for him to focus on anything. He had even contemplated heading straight to Puwak City just to see Hayley, but he had obligations to fulfill first. He wanted to address the rumors in Clasold City, ensuring that Hayley was cleared of any allegations of embezzleme
Hayley still couldn't shake off the disbelief at her current situation as she remained in her bed that night, staring up at her ceiling, lost in thoughts. It was already past 9 pm and the occupants of the retreat seemed to have retired to bed and slept off, except her. She was consumed by her thoughts, her heart churning with several emotions as she reflected on the rumors that had been circulating about her. To compound her misery, Hayley's frustration only deepened when she watched that 'victim card' video of Cassidy online. Hayley was still in shock that Adrian's sister could do something like that to her. It's true what she observed; despite being twins, they both shared different personalities. At this point, Hayley didn't care anymore, though. She was exhausted from the turmoil Cassidy had caused, and this had driven her to the need to focus more on achieving her goal. Hayley was working her ass off now to ensure she won the program, and as soon as she was out of the retreat,
The following day, Leonardo prepared himself for a press interview scheduled for an hour later. As the CEO of the ACS Group, he was compelled to address the swirling rumors about Hayley's supposed embezzlement of company funds. The board of executives was already feeling confused and anxious about the situation. Many were frustrated with Leonardo for his prolonged absence, having returned only a few days prior. Some even conspired to remove him from his position, questioning his competence. But they should have known better. Leonardo was quick to identify those behind the conspiracy and chose to dismiss them immediately, intending to use it as a lesson for the others, who were also secretly working against him. The fallout from previous executive issues had already served as a warning, prompting the remaining executives to stay clear of trouble. They knew that Leonardo was a formidable and ruthless boss who did not rely on their support to steer the company back on course. His wealth
As Hayley prepared to leave for Rosalie's office soon, she tried to calm her unraveling nerves as she stood in front of the mirror, taking in her reflection. The strain of the recent rumors had visibly affected her, causing her to look somewhat haggard. In the past few days, she could barely sleep well, eat, or even think properly as she was still consumed by Rosalie's impending verdict.Madam Rosalie had promised to investigate and confirm if Hayley had told her the truth. Though Hayley was confident she hadn't lied to Rosalie, she worried that unforeseen complications could arise. Cassidy had it out for her and Hayley knew she wouldn't stop until she saw her evicted from the retreat. That was the sole reason she had made up those false rumors about her. She knew Cassidy was trying to get payback for Adrian.Exhaling exasperatedly, Hayley snapped to reality as she noticed someone walk into the cozy room that served as hers. She turned to face the other side and she saw it was Kimberl
Not an update.🥲 It's been quite a journey and I'm thrilled to announce to you, that this is the end of Hayley and Leonardo's story. I hope you enjoyed your read. And I'm sorry if I didn't meet some of your expectations. You can also let me know if you want a book 2 and I'll try my best to work towards it. THANK YOU FOR 5K FOLLOWERS!! I'm just here to express my immense gratitude to y'all that supported my book throughout. God bless you so much! I am lucky to have you all as my amazing readers and followers. Y'all are the best! * You can chat me up on F******k @Author Mira, if you wish to connect. I'd love that🥹🤗 * Please, let me know in the comments if you enjoyed this book🙏 Your favorite moments, and the moments that annoyed you the most 😂 * And also, my loves, my second book is out! Please, do well to check it out. You'll be surprised by who it centers on! The title is; EX-HUSBAND'S REGRET; Mommy, please forgive Daddy. * A book about Clara Campbell, Hayley's friend, will
Later that afternoon, three hours into the event, Hayley made her way to the parking lot where her car was situated. She had excused herself from the guests and Leonardo, explaining that she needed to visit someone. That someone, of course, was Adrian.Since her conversation with Emily earlier, she had been feeling increasingly unsettled. A myriad of thoughts and unanswered questions weighed heavily on her mind, leaving her feeling guilty and heartbroken as she reflected on Adrian's attitude towards her. Although she had intended to see him after the event, her impatience grew overwhelming; she could no longer wait. She needed to speak with him, to personally apologize for the past, and to invite him to the grand opening of her second company in two weeks since he hadn't made it to this one nor her wedding, a month ago. After asking Emily for Adrian's whereabouts, Hayley resolved to visit him at his office right after delivering her keynote address. With that, she made her way toward
[TWO MONTHS LATER ] "Cheers!" the crowd joyfully exclaimed as Hayley cut the red ribbon. A broad smile illuminated Hayley's face as she wielded the scissors to sever the ribbon. "Congratulations, Nina!" several guests called out, their applause filling the air, evidence of their excitement.That afternoon, Hayley couldn't hide her radiant smile as she took in her surroundings, her eyes roaming the place. She marveled at the impressive building before her, topped with a striking black sign that read 'NINA's ARTISTRY AVENUE,' still in awe that it truly belonged to her.But then again, it was the grand opening of her newly established company, and she was surrounded by distinguished guests, billionaires, and affluent investors eager to explore partnership opportunities with her enterprise. Hayley was brimming with immense joy. Upon the cutting of the ribbon, the guests went inside to survey the building, and each of her artworks that were in it. They were served a variety of drinks
The announcement of Hayley and Leonardo's engagement made headlines just two weeks following the proposal, as they eagerly began planning their extravagant wedding celebration. Leonardo was determined to marry within a month, expressing his impatience to officially welcome Hayley as his lawfully wedded wife once again. Images of the couple flooded the Internet, captivating fans and followers alike. Their connection had grown significantly stronger now that past issues were resolved. Hayley felt a genuine sense of happiness as she reclined on Leonardo's bed, anticipating the usual morning breakfast from him. Leonardo had made it his duty to always serve her breakfast in bed after any long passionate night. Just like the past five mornings, this was no exception as Leonardo had also made mad love to her the previous night. Ever since they got engaged, they'd been all over each other, having sex everywhere and any corner of the mansion, ranging from Leonardo's study to the kitchen, the b
Hayley woke up the next day, feeling slightly sore down there, a vivid reminder of what had transpired the previous night as she tried to recall. A coy smile tugged at her lips as she stretched out her weary body. As she fluttered her eyes open, she noticed she was the only one in the room.She instinctively turned over, hoping he'd be right behind her but to her disappointment, he wasn't also there. Hayley frowned, massaging her temples as she felt a wave of loneliness enveloped her. She couldn't help but ponder about Leonardo's whereabouts. Yawning tiredly, she lifted the mattress of her body to realize she was already cladded in one of his oversized Tshirts. A warm smile crossed her face as she recognized that Leonardo must have dressed her up in that because she had no recollection of doing so herself the previous night. Smiling with newfound excitement, she draped the mattress over herself, gazing up at the ceiling. Just then, she felt an unusual weight on her finger and when s
"Yeah," Hayley nodded curtly though she felt drained. A smile spread across his face and he glanced down at where they were joined, witnessing his cum flow from her pussy. He redirected his gaze back to her and whispered. "You're sore, aren't you?"Hayley nodded slowly, her eyes still dazed with a mix of lust and tiredness. "A bit."Leonardo regarded her and nodded. "This is the last, I promise." He said reassuringly, leaning in to kiss her lips. While kissing her, he began moving his waist upward and downward, his already surged dick thrusting into her channel deeply.Soft moans began fleeing from Hayley's lips once more, her visions blurring as she felt her arousal resurfaced. She hugged his back, wrapping her legs around his waist as he moved in and out of her repeatedly. Leonardo carefully angled his thrusts, taking her slowly and passionately as he wasn't just fucking her this time but making love to her. Hayley whined, feelings of ecstasy flooding through her as Leonardo buri
He rammed into her unexpectedly, causing Hayley to scream as a blend of immense pain and pleasure coursed through her. Leonardo's cock was buried deep inside her channel but he paused, allowing her to adjust to his size as he had taken her unexpectedly. His dick pulsated inside of her as her walls clamped around him.Their bodies joined; he paused, watching her as she struggled to catch her breaths, her face twisting with pain. Leonardo lowered himself to soothe her, his lips latching onto hers as he made to reduce her discomfort. Hayley whimpered amidst the kiss as he began moving in and out of her in a slow yet deep thrust. He was allowing her the moment to take him in fully and also being careful as well as he never forgot she was pregnant.Hayley caressed Leonardo's head, brushing her lips against his as he began fucking her, his pace increasing slowly with each passing thrust."Fuck, mi reina, you're so tight..." Leonardo growled out, stealing a glance down at where they were jo
As she spoke, Leonardo looked down at her with a smile, warmth spreading through him. He felt a deep sense of satisfaction hearing Hayley openly express her feelings. A rush of sensations enveloped him, intensifying as he became aware of his arousal pressing against her lower abdomen. Hayley’s inviting smile widened as she adjusted her position, allowing him to settle more comfortably against her. She squirmed slightly, breathing softly while maintaining eye contact. One hand wrapped around the back of his neck, while the other gently caressed his cheek.Before she could voice her thoughts, Leonardo beat her to it. "I love you," he declared, his gaze locked on hers, eager for her response. Her smile brightened as she tenderly traced his face with her thumb. "I love you too, Leonardo. And I'm so glad you’re the father of my children."A proud smile spread across his face, her words filling him with warmth and affection. Without a moment's hesitation, he leaned in to capture her lips
His tongue danced around her sensitive bud, drawing a soft whimper from Hayley as she tangled her fingers in his hair, tugging at the strands. Her legs were hung over his shoulders as his head remained buried in her core.Hayley gasped for breath as Leonardo traced his tongue along her slit, teasingly reaching her clit, sucking and licking with an intensity that suggested he had everything to lose. "Ah, yes, baby, right there..." Hayley moaned, tilting her head back in ecstasy, her eyes fluttering shut. Despite the air conditioning in Leonardo's room, beads of sweat glistened on her temples, her body ignited with an unquenchable desire."Mm, mm, L-Leonardo," she squirmed beneath him, but his firm grasp held her in place, preventing her from escaping his tantalizing ministrations.He continued to suck and lick until she began to writhe in response, her legs trembling as her climax approached. High-pitched moans escaped her lips as she begged him to continue, but in typical fashion, Le