"Are you out of your mind?! You're supposed to be in charge, and now you're asking me to put on a show like this; what do you want?!" a woman exclaimed over the phone.Her face was tight. She banged on the table beside her several times.She was furious at what had happened to her. She certainly knew who the father of her unborn child was. Although she hoped the baby was Jason's, that was not the case."I'm a model, and getting pregnant is risky for my career, you know that, you bastard!?"The man on the other side was heard chuckling. He certainly didn't want to be blamed for the outcome of what the two of them had done. Didn't they do it out of love?"That's your business, not mine. You couldn't contain your desires, and I only gave what you asked for, Tamara. Was I wrong?" Tamara clenched her fists, unable to reply to the man's every word. However, it was clear that her anger was at an all-time high. Her jaw seemed to tighten, holding back the swearing she should have let out earl
All eyes were on Jason, who had just stepped into the room after rudely opening the door, hoping to catch Emily, who was probably making love to whoever and could ruin the woman's reputation.Jason was sick of him always being the antagonist in their strange romance. Even back then, since they were teenagers.And now, he didn't know what to make of the questions implied in the gazes of each one. Charles, Emma, and Emily were now in the room.What were they talking about?"Mom, Dad? What are you guys doing here?"The three did not respond to Jason's question but looked away and resumed their conversation as if they had never seen Jason. That, of course, left Jason confused.What exactly was going on? Why did they seem indifferent when Jason entered and only cast strange looks in his direction?Even his father, who usually nagged and yelled at him if something happened, didn't say a word. Not even to greet him."What's wrong with you guys? Why are you just silent and ignoring me?" Jason
Emily looked giddy, staring at the writing on the sheet in her hand.Charles, who had initially set Emily up with Jason, now gave her the option to separate from his son. Emily didn't know whether she should be happy and grateful to the middle-aged man or the opposite—cursing and swearing at him for interfering too much in Emily's life so far.None of this was free. Charles gave her a last name, a house she now lived in, and a few percent of the shares in the Kennel'z Industry company for her to own. Her life is assured, but she is at risk of losing the man she has loved all these years.There were also many things that Emily had to consider.Charles does not insist if she and Jason decide to stay together; he only asks that Jason pay more attention to Emily and nurture their love. However, it seems that it will be impossible for Jason.Jason will repeat the same mistake—returning to Tamara after making promises and catapulting Emily sky-high. So to continue the marriage would not be
Emily still couldn't believe what she had received today. There are so many good things, and she doesn't know if she can carry them all. Because for her, what the McKennel family has entrusted to her is a burden of responsibility and a debt of gratitude that she will never be able to repay. "You don't have to consider this a debt of gratitude, Emily; we're your parents. What you receive is right, and we're happy to do it. We've made other arrangements for Jason and Jared; you needn't worry about that. Oh, and also for my future grandchildren." That's what Charles said a few hours ago. And after that, Emily was such a trending topic in their office that even the whole of Eastonville understood her life story. 'A different version of Cinderella story', as they say. And as Emily had expected, some employees did make her the subject of conversation. For better and for worse. She had experienced it all in one day. Now, she felt like she was being tossed around in the ocean. She felt he
Emily sat alone at L'Restaurante, waiting for Alex to arrive as promised. Unfortunately, Shila couldn't join Emily because she had something urgent to do. Moreover, Shila thought Emily would need time to talk more with Alex alone.Emily had told Shila a little about Alex, and her best friend even encouraged Emily to open her heart again to any man who loves her and can give her happiness.Of course, Emily had the same thought, but not so fast.Her and Alex's relationship had been established for a long time, just as two people who were friends. However, it may turn into a couple or even more than that, but imagining it the day after the divorce feels a bit inappropriate."Have you been waiting long?" asked Alex, who immediately sat down and noticed Emily's frowning face. He felt guilty for coming late. However, he had his reasons.Alex then took something out of his coat pocket and handed it to Emily, who was wide-eyed as she watched what the man in front of her was doing."What is th
Emily began to enjoy her days with her new status in romance. Let's say she was unlucky in this regard, but at least not with her career fortunes. She is fortunate.She was now the owner of a design and construction company, in line with her interest in design and art, although she had studied business and marketing at the time. But that didn't stop her from being passionate about what she loves.Now Emily is sitting in her room with several sheets of designs on the table right in front of her. She observes which of the pictures is the most interesting."You're still working; while you called me this morning and complained that you weren't feeling well?" Shila grumbled while preparing warm milk for Emily.Emily didn't immediately answer her best friend's nagging but stayed focused on the work in front of her. She was in good spirits, so she didn't want to dwell on complaints related to her pregnancy condition. She could not let herself become lazy just because of the erratic pregnancy
Emily didn't give Jared an easy answer. Of course, it was a subtle rejection of his question about her heart.Only a few days she divorced Jason, and accepting another man to fill the space in her heart is certainly not an easy thing. Moreover, her breakup with Jason was due to quite complicated problems.Emily wants to give her heart a chance to heal first. Moreover, the great responsibility given by Charles makes Emily much busier than before—other things that can make Emily forget about her pain and heartbreak.Not to mention the project she will work on according to Jared's request. Of course, in the end, Emily accepted his request to help him work on a music school building.There was something else that made Emily interested in working on this project. Jared promised Emily that if she was willing to work together, Emily could use one of the art rooms in the school. And even if she agreed, the school would not only be a music school but an entire art school."Do you idolize me so
Emily was stunned when she heard the threats and challenges coming from Jason. Unusually, the man wanted to deal with Emily to make a challenge that risked many things. Although the reason was clear, to seize what Charles and Emma had given Emily, hadn't Charles prepared for his children? Or did Jason not know about it?Jason turned his body around and left Emily alone in her room in a crowded gloom. Indeed, Emily should not take and accept what the McKennel family gave her for granted. She could still work on things, but how could she refuse if this was a form of love from Charles and Emma McKennel?Emily let Jason go. She didn't want to get in the way of the man causing new problems. As for the challenges coming her way, Emily didn't want to overthink them because it would only split her focus.However, the most important thing right now is her career and what Charles has entrusted to her. Including her project with Jared.Not because Jared is someone from her past but because of a