The next morning, light crept into the room and Evelyn woke up. She fluttered her eyes open and they instantly landed on Alex’s peaceful face.She lock gaze on his face, and couldn’t help but admire the serene beauty of his features as he sleeps.In her mind— she kept pondering on the possibilities that could happen, even though she still doubt them. Can this man still become my husband someday in the future? Are we going to find happiness being together? Could I be the better wife he has always wanted? Would he be loyal to me even if I open my heart to him?So many thoughts kept running through her mind, that she couldn’t even grasp any of it.Evelyn knew Alex was a handsome man. Aside from that, he was extremely rich and could get any woman of his choice— or even a woman better than her. Yet, why would he still choose someone like her?She had made him feel like a second option, even when he had always placed her above everything and chosen her first before anything.For a moment,
He nodded slightly, with a hint of smile playing at the corner of his lips. “Trust me, it is funny,” he said, walking over to the couch at the center of the room and taking a seat. Her eyes narrowed at him as she watched him seat. “It’s not funny, Alex. And what are you doing?” She asked, her tone laced with a mix of curiosity and annoyance.Annoyed because her mother has been able to play her smart. And curious why Alex was sitting down, when he was supposed to be looking for a way to get them out of this mess her mother had put them in. He decided to tease her as a mischievous glint began to spread across his face. “I’m staying, why?” He asked, feigning an innocent look.For a moment, Evelyn’s gaze locked onto his, her expression a mix of shock and disbelief. For a moment, Evelyn locked gaze with him, with an unbelievable look before saying, “What do you mean, why? You know you can’t stay here, right? This is my room, and you have to look for a way to get out of here, Alex,” she
All these scene were witnessed by Katherine. She stood hidden from the view, her eyes blazing with fury. Her fists clenched tightly, rage simmering all within her body.Just as Evelyn walked away, Katherine turned around and also left the place, slipping away unnoticed so Alex wouldn’t suspect anything. Meanwhile, Andrea didn’t waste time and poured out her heart to Chris— more like confronting him. “Chris, what was that you just displayed back there?” She asked angrily, her voice laced with rage as she confronted him in the car.Chris exhaled heavily, his eyes fluttering closed before snapping open again. “This is not the right time to have such conversation, Andrea,” he said curtly, his tone lacing with dismissive.“Of course, this is the right time to talk about it,” she hissed, her eyes flashing with anger. “You need to give me an answer. I need to know, are you trying to dump me now that you know she’s filthy rich?”Her tone was etched with deep anger, her words very clear— th
Evelyn turned to Chris, her gaze cold and piercing. She’s had enough of him already and it was time for her to end their situation-ship, which she once believed was a relationship once and for all.But before she cut ties with him, she would let Chris know that she saw right through him already. She confronted him, and revealed to him everything she knew about his secret relationship with Andrea, without sparing any details. Even though she was furious, yet her composure were laced with calmness.Chris blinked his eyes repeatedly, struggling to process all that Evelyn had revealed to him. Though, he knew she had been suspicious of his relationship with Andrea, but didn’t realized she had gotten so much detailed knowledge already.He began to speak, his voice barely above a whisper as he tried to pacify her. “Evelyn, I-“He took a step closer to her, trying to close the gap between them but Evelyn already took a step back, and Alex swiftly matched her movement, his hand extending pro
Evelyn rolled her eyes before turning to face him. She met his burning gaze, a fake surprise look etched on her face. “Oh, Chris, you’re still here?” She asked, raising a brow.Chris walked closer, closing the distance between them. “What was the meaning of that?” He asked, his tone cold and authoritative.Evelyn feigned an innocent look, her brow furrowed in confusion. “What was what? What are you talking about?” She asked. Chris’s anger simmered, his eyes narrowing at her. “Stop acting like you don’t know what I mean. You’re fucking related to the Martins? Why did you hide that fact from me?” Evelyn shrugged. “Because I didn’t feel like telling you,” she answered, her tone casual.“Don’t fucking give me that crap!” He yelled, his voice rising as his chest heaved with rage. “We were together for four years, yet you hid such a big secret from me? Do you have an idea of what you’ve done?”In her calm demeanor, Evelyn asked, her tone dripping with sarcasm. “So, are you upset because
Time flew by fast, as the party began. Foods and drinks were served to the guests, as Aaron and his wife, Clara took over the stage, both thanking everyone for coming."Ladies and gentlemen, our esteemed guests, we're honored to have you here with us tonight," Aaron began, his voice filled with happiness and gratitude. "We invited y'all here to celebrate my precious daughter, Evelyn.”"Four years ago, I had a deep misunderstanding with my daughter. I know I shouldn’t be saying this tonight as it’s a joyful moment, but we all know joy has it’s own way of revealing our true feelings,” he said, and majority of the guests burst into laughter. “She left home, and I must admit that I missed her very much. But after four years, we’re blessed to have her back and tonight, I’m proud to announce her engagement to Alexander Blackwood, a young, very capable man I’ve come to regard as my son. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the future Mrs. Blackwood, my daughter, Evelyn Martins and her fian