Tina’s POV:At the staircase, when I heard Evan calling Anya, my face contorted with anger.Anya had nearly driven Grace to her grave, yet Evan not only harbored no anger towards her but also showed concern.I took a deep breath, my eyes widened and my fingers clenched into a tight fist.“Anya you damn bitch! You have really outdone yourself. You managed to make Evan forgive you! Evan, I will never let you be with Anya.” I thought to myself.Evan was still on the phone.I pretended everything was normal and quickly returned to the ward, obediently waiting outside.Evan’s POV:After wrapping up my call, I coincidentally found myself face-to-face with the doctor who had come to check up.“Hey, Doc, how is my grandma doing today?” I asked with concern.“The accumulation of brain fluid in her isn’t too serve. Judging by her progress, she would wake up with an week.” The doctor replied.A sense of relief washed over me. “Really? Please make sure to take good care of her, Doc!”“Don’t worry
Tina's POV:My heart pounded and with trembling hands, I instinctively yanked out the ventilator plug.Grace, deep and slumber, suddenly struggled to breathe and woke up in distress, her face contorted in pain.Startled by Grace's awakening, I panicked and accidentally knocked over a water glass on the table.She gasped for breaths, her struggle evident."Grace..." I was terrified momentarily frozen, unsure of what to do next.This was my first attempt to deliberate murder, and my nerves were on the edge.She weekly raised her hand, groping aimlessly in the air, only for it to fall back down heavily a minute later."Grace... Grace..." My fear escalated, causing a tingling sensation on my scalp as I called out in a panicked, frenzy.As a critically ill patient, Grace's life slipped away within three minutes, her breathing ceasing.Summoning my courage, I checked Grace's breathing and found none."Oh, Grace... Grace..." I finally grasped the gravity of the situation and cried out in sho
Anya’s POV:When I arrived, I saw Evan and Tina sobbing.Seeing them in tears, I couldn’t help but feel alarmed. “What’s going on?”When Evan laid an eye on me, his gaze turned wild like a furious beast. They were crimson and fierce as if he wanted to tear me apart right there and then.“My grandmother is dead. Are you satisfied now?”This news struck me like a thunderbolt! The flowers I had, slipped from my grasp and fell to the ground.Tina’s voice was choked as she scolded angrily, “It was you who killed her. It was because of you that she got so angry that she had to be hospitalized. Now that she has gone, how dare you show up? You murderer! Didn’t you kill her? Are you happy now?”“This… this can’t be!” I gasped in disbelief. Evan had informed me over the phone that Grace’s health had been gradually improving. How could suddenly pass away?“Evan, is that true?” I looked at Evan in disbelief.His expression changed, and he couldn’t help but clench his fists. “Fuck off! Fuck off! I
Evan’s POV:A week passed.Grandma’s funeral has been over.“Mr. Carter, are we still going to fight for the custody of the children?”“Of course, I will honor Grandma’s wishes and fight tooth and nail for custody of the children, no matter the cost!”The lawyer nodded, “Understood!”My face turned grim as I icily declared, “Listen carefully, I want full custody of the children. Not a single one will be left in her possession!”“Understood!”Before long, the day of the court hearing has arrived.I had enlisted a team of top-notch international lawyers.This time, I would show no mercy toward Anya.Children are Anya’s greatest love, and they mean everything to her!I intended to snatch all the children away from her, aiming to shatter Anya emotionally.On the day of the court hearing, I strode into the courtroom, dressed in a black suit and cold expression.Anya followed closely behind, her demeanor solemn.As expected, she lost the lawsuit, and it was a complete loss.I was granted fu
Anya’s POV:After hearing Mr. Bryce’s analysis, my vision darkened. I struggled to maintain my composure.“Miss Walter, peace be careful! Above all, take care of your well-being.”I took a moment to regain my composure as my eyes could not see things.This defeat was devastating to me.I remained immersed in profound sorrow. Not far away, a swarm of reporters had been waiting for me. When I emerged from the courthouse, they pounced on me like a hungry wolf.“Miss Walter! We heard that custody was awarded to Mr. Carter. Will you continue with the appeal?”“Miss Walter, if the appeal is denied, will you still fight for custody?”The reporters clamored, shoving their microphones toward me. Each one regarded me with their predatory eyes as if I were a succulent prey.“I beg you, please stop focusing on me and let me be.” I lost control in front of the cameras, completely breaking down emotionally.I couldn’t bear being exploited as a mere speculator by these reporters and I didn’t want to
Tina’s POV:Although Sharane Bay Villa was an upscale residence, it lacked the prestige of the mansion! Living here made me feel superior.He replied coldly, “The children will be living here in the future. It’s better if you stay away from them.”I forced a fake smile. “No need! I will live with the children to nurture our relationship. I like them, you know!”“There is no need for you to be bound with the children.” He said, coldly and left without looking back.After Evan left, my face fell, and I stomped my feet resentfully.Evan’s attitude toward me was growing colder by the day. I feared that I wouldn’t find much happiness in the future.Still, even if I wasn’t happy, being married to Evan was enough.Without delay, I ordered someone to help me pack my belongings. Moving to Sharane Bay Villa was not bad. There will be a still penalty for opportunities to deal with those kids in the future.I had just finished packing when my phone rang.It was Mom.“Hey, Tina!” Mom sounded excit
Anya’s POV:I couldn’t help her sneer.What a double-dealer! So hypocrite!My father was a total deceiver while listening to look nice and caring.If he wanted to take back the chairman position, he could have just said so. There was no need to beat around the bush.“Frank is right. Anya, the burden is too heavy. Let your father be chairman. You should step down.” Mr. Patel candidly suggested.My eyes regained their frigid glare, and my question returned to its emotionless.“Throw Mr. Harry Walter out of the meeting room! He is not the member of the board and had no right to stay here!” I said coldly.Hearing that, the few security guards walked over, trying to drive Harry away.“Who the hell dares to lay on finger on me? Back the hell off!” Harry lunged into a full-blown brawl with security guards.“Quit screwing around! It’s a good damn tragedy for our family. Anya, he’s your brother! How can you be so heartless towards your own brother? You have let me down!” Dad seethed with a mix
Frank’s POV:I felt frustrated witnessing how easily their opinion shifted.These two guys, driven by money and personal interests, were truly untrustworthy.“Anya, what’s really going through your mind right now? If you want to effectively lead the Walter Group, you have to pull all your energy into your work! But you have been absent from work frequently, and now you are even setting up the factory in M city. I heard you are planning to cooperate with some social media influencers. How can I feel at ease?”I turned to Anya, seizing upon her work mistakes as an opportunity.I know all too well that Anya had been burdened by various troubling matters lately, leaving her with no time to concentrate on her work. So, I took advantage of the situation and started speaking with an air of superiority.Anya’s POV:I felt a deep sense of guilt upon hearing this.“I must admit that I have been someone distracted recently! Moving forward, I will adjust my work situation and fully immerse myself
Tony’s POV:After hanging up the phone, the woman quickly discarded the phone in the trash can and hurriedly left.Sitting nearby, Tom and I looked at her with our mouths agape.I whispered, “Did you see that woman just now? She just tossed away her phone after spending $200 to make a call. This is just too extravagant.”My friend Tom nodded repeatedly, “With such lavish spending, she surely must have a lot of cash on her.”“Looks like our golden opportunity has arrived…”With these words, the two of us exchanged knowing looks.The greed on the edge of our courage, we decide to rob her.Observing she had left the overpass, we hastily got up and stealthily trailed her.Anya’s POV:I exited the overpass.It was already past ten in the morning. I presumed Evan would arrive shortly.“I can’t stay here. I need to leave now!”I was about to hail a taxi to escape from there.Unfortunately, this was a commercial district, and taxis were scarce.I tried to hail more than ten cars in a row, but
Evan’s POV:Boom!My heart almost stood still. I felt like I had suddenly fallen into an ice cave.I returned to my senses a moment later and said hoarsely, “I don’t believe you. You must be lying to me.”“Anya, you hate me, but the child is innocent. You must be lying to me, right?” I took a deep breath, unwilling to accept the fact.My parents passed away when I was young, and I had no siblings. My children were my only bloodline.I already had three children.However, when Jason, Jerry and Flora were born, I was not by their side. I didn’t experience the joy of being first time father then.I was fully prepared this time around and waited eagerly to welcome a new child into the family.Therefore, I could not accept the abortion.Anya paused momentarily before replying coldly, “I am telling the truth. The child has been aborted.”“I don’t have to lie to you. There is nothing else for you to expect!”Suddenly, there was utter silence on the other end of the phone.I could hear the so
Anya’s POV:My heart sank when I overheard the two men gossiping away.“Excuse me, sir, may I borrow your cell phone?”The two vagrants looked at me casually while looking at the phone, “No way! My phone is running out of battery. I have to charge it at the convenience store soon. Moreover, what kind of person doesn’t have a phone nowadays? Why did you ask to borrow mine?”I feared Evan would trace my cell phone location. Therefore, I left it behind.I would have the register with my real ID if I were to apply for a new SIM card.“Sir, I will buy you a cell phone instead.” I took a wallet from my canvas bag and retrieved $200.“I pay for your phone. You can use the money to buy new one.” I said and handed the money to the homeless man.Homeless man’s POV:I looked surprised and became speechless. I looked at the woman skeptically.It was strange that she offered $200 to buy this old phone. She could have bought a brand new one with that amount. I was puzzled.Moreover, someone who cas
Anya’s POV:I became even more aimless after leaving X City West.The weather changed gradually, and dark clouds gathered. The wind blew strongly, cleaning the streets of pedestrians.The storm was apparently about to descend.I felt the chill and tightened my jacket.I had to find another place to stay quickly.Although I had money, I would have to register with my identity card to stay in a better hotel. The same regulation applies in ordinary home stays.It was challenging to find another homestay without an identity card.I subconsciously stopped in my tracks when an overpass passed me.Many unemployed people and vagrants gathered under the overpass. Land in the X city was scarce, and every inch was worth its weight in gold. Many could not afford the tiniest house and resorted to living under the overpass.I looked around.Many homeless people had set up mosquito nets to make independent tents. I would probably have to do the same under the overpass if I did not want to register w
Evan’s POV:Half an hour later, I arrived at the Home stay in the suburbs.I was with an entourage of bodyguards and servants.“Where is she?” I asked anxiously.The Lady boss of the homestead was shocked to see many burly men in suits appearing at her door. She stammered, “She has already left. Look, is this her?”She quickly pulled out the surveillance footage.The public living room was occupied with surveillance.I took a look and became excited. “Yes, yes, that’s her!”In this surveillance video, Anya held a bowl of medicine and was about to drink it.At the same time, my heart sank. “What was she drinking? What was it?”“Oh, she said she had a cold, and it’s cold medicine. “The Lady boss replied.“She left this behind.” The Lady boss quickly brought over Anya’s medicine.“Mark, go and check immediately. What’s in this medicine?” I instructed.Mark looked closer and replied worriedly, “Mr. Carter, the formula is abortion medicine.”Boom!I staggered and almost lost my balance. My
Lady Boss’ POV:I scoffed before changing the channel with a remote control.Unexpectedly, Evan Carter also had a press conference on another channel.I switched a few channels consecutively, all of which were news about Evan Carter looking for Anya Walter.Evan booked the prime time advertising for several TV stations for this purpose.“If any of you know the whereabouts of Anya Walter, please inform me. You will be rewarded handsomely.” Evan promised.“Oh my! Evan Carter is lofty indeed to look for a missing wife on Prime TV. A rich man always gets his way with money.” I looked at the young woman subconsciously as I commented sarcastically.Only then did I realize something unusual with the young woman before me.She wore a cap and sunglasses in an ordinary outfit.However, her temperament was different from the home stays other guests. She had exquisite facial features, and her skin was delicate and translucent.To be honest, she looked a lot like Anya Walter.My heart skipped a be
Anya’s POV:I returned to the small clinic to get the medicine at the agreed time.“Doctor, is the medicine ready?” I asked.The doctor nodded repeatedly, “Yes, yes, it is ready for collection.”“I concocted some medicine that’s less harmful to the body and has milder medical effects.”The doctor was alone in the small clinic. There were no nurses. He handed the medicine to me.I looked and saw a dozen black-brown medicinal bags in the plastic carrier. “How do you take it?”“It’s a traditional medicine ready for consumption. Take a packet every morning, noon, and night for three consecutive days. The fetus will turn into blood and discharge through your vagina.” The doctor instructed carefully.My brows knotted, and I vaguely felt my abdomen twitch, as if the fetus inside me sensed danger and protested silently.“Okay, how much is it?”“400 dollars.”I frowned again. Then I took out $400 from my wallet.The fee was indeed a little expensive.A reputable hospital would have cost less t
Author’s POV:Soon, the news of Anya Walter’s disappearance had spread like a wildfire.The media found out about Anya Walter’s disappearance through the mysterious informant.By the end of the day, the news has already been released online.“Evan Carter left dejected as his pregnant ex-wife escapes.”“You run, I chase… You can’t escape even if you have wings! Anya Walter deliberately disappears.”Evan Carter’s relationship with his ex-wife crumbles completely. Anya Walter was possibly abandoned.”As soon as the news was released, the Internet exploded again, and the entire city joined in to watch the show.“What’s going on between Mr. Carter and his ex-wife? Why is there so much news every other day? I hear so much about their melodramatic lives that I am tired of watching them.”“That’s right! We can’t have a moment o
Anya’s POV:I thought it over seriously for a night and decided to abort the child with pills.The hospital was not an option for me right now. Besides, there were laws against abortion.Soon, I put on a disguise and made my way to a private clinic.“Hello, what can I help you with?”“Do you have an abortion pill?”“No, no.” The doctor refused, repeatedly, sizing me up suspiciously.“Please help me, doctor! I need the abortion medicine. How much is it? Just tell me. I know you must have it here.” I took out $200 from my pocket.The small clinics certainly had abortion drugs and private abortion services.However, to avoid being investigated by the police, they never sold them openly.“Uh… You have to think about it carefully. Do you want the abortion medicine?”“Yes, please help me!” I was wearing a cap, a large mask, and s