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Does it have to be Mel?

Author: Womanlikesewa
last update Last Updated: 2025-04-19 05:11:02

REIGN'S POV

I kicked the pebbles on the pathway absentmindedly as I walked home. After alighting from the bus, I did not feel the need to go home just yet so I opted for a walk instead.

I had left Mel's home shortly after the incident with Matilda. Mel was distressed and I had no idea how to comfort her, I have never had siblings after all so I had no choice but to give her the space she needed.

Matilda was horrible, that much was sure but a part of me felt like her animosity towards Mel goes beyond just Ivan choosing Mel over her. I sensed deep seated hatred in her, one that had been boiling for years.

I looked around as I walked, enjoying watching other people. It was a favorite pastime for me to try and guess who they were and what their life entailed. But as I did so today, I felt melancholic.

They probably all have something worthwhile going on for them, don't they?

I loved spending time with Mel, I really did but watching her eyes spark when talking about something she loved ma
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    REIGN'S POV I laughed dryly. “I think there is still time before I leave. The rain should have stopped before then.” There was no way I was spending the night here. I had no idea but my instincts told me not to do so.“That is indeed true however it would be draining driving at night on a wet road, don't you think?” Mr Dashan said. His eyes unnerved me. It was like he was seeing through me. Was he curious about my hair color as I was curious about his? I had no idea if red hair was rare but I hardly met any redheads in the last few years. Roman was the first in a while and then his father. My attention was piqued. “I agree.” Ivan said, beside me. I turned to glare at him. What was he trying to do here? “I don't think it would be a wise decision to drive late at night.” He looked at me, this time I didn't bother hiding my face, instead my glare intensified. “I think we should just spend the night and leave tomorrow morning, Miss Reign.”Miss Reign? Was he trying to pretend like he d

  • Love in the Headlines    Costly mistake

    REIGN'S POV What the fuck did I just do? Was I just about to….kiss Ivan? No way, right? I jumped down from the vanity and rushed out of the bathroom without looking at him. My entire being was shrouded with embarrassment and regret. I was not sure I would ever be able to look Ivan in the eyes again.“Roman.” I beamed at him, showing nothing of my inner turmoil. “You miss me already?”“Yes, you were taking too long.” He pouted.“I'm happy you came to look for me.” Thanks to his intervention, I was able to avoid making a costly mistake, one that I would never be able to atone for. “Let's join the party again.”I held his hand and led him back the way I came. I resisted the urge to look back to check if Ivan was following. I hoped he was not. He needed to stay back and reflect on how huge the mistake we were about to make was. I was largely at fault but he was responsible for putting us in that position and putting ideas in my head as well. And I was sure he leaned in first.“I hope you

  • Love in the Headlines    Too close for comfort

    REIGN'S POV The entire surroundings went quiet after the plate slipped from my hands, even the kids stopped playing and looked over to see what was happening. I had no explanation for my extreme reaction. I was just shocked. Shocked to see someone else with dark red hair and shocked to see ivan. I was not sure which of them made me lose control of my senses.“Reign, are you okay?” Roman called out, his voice filled with worry.“Of course. I'm so sorry.” I bent down to pick the glass shards. “Hey, don't touch it.” I exclaimed when Roman bent down as well. “You're going to get hurt.” Thankfully he listened to me and backed off.I kept my eyes on the glass shards, not wanting to stare into the eyes of either of the men. I looked up when a black, shiny leather shoe came into view and I almost fell on my butt when Ivan’s grey eyes stared back at me. Without a word, he leaned down and started to pick the rest of the shards.I couldn't look away from him but I didn't stop picking the shards

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    REIGN'S POV I adjusted my gown for any creases even though I was sure there was none. I glanced around in boredom, thinking I would be lucky enough to see another adult but everyone else were little children running and playing around.I liked Roman, I really did but what was he thinking inviting me to a children's only birthday party? When he invited me over the phone, I was touched and accepted immediately. I was also impressed that he managed to remember my phone number like he promised. What I didn't know was that I would be the only adult invited. I twirled the fruit juice in my glass cup and chuckled, of course there would be no alcohol at a child's birthday party. I dropped the glass on the nearest table and folded my arms. I hated to admit it but watching the children play was rather interesting. My eyes found Roman and fixed on him.His hair was matted to his forehead from sweat and there was a wide grin on his face. I guessed he was having the time of his life. I glanced a

  • Love in the Headlines    What you deserve

    REIGN'S POV I avoided Ivan or he avoided me, I wasn't sure which was correct but we managed to not cross paths in over three days. The thing with Henry became more popular than I expected, though I was glad it solved my issue, most of it anyway as some people were still bashing me, its popularity was starting to bother me. I had gotten calls from different reporters and talk shows wanting to interview me but I turned them down of course. Being in the limelight had always been one of my worst nightmares.Ivan was right. When the whole thing was over, how was I going to contain it? Those were valid things to worry about, however right now, there were pressing issues at hand, which was finding something to do.I had to find a way out for myself somehow. Though the whole issue led to me temporarily giving up on finding myself, I had taken it up again. Ivan was only keeping me here for four more months for reasons known to him, I already told him I was not helping him with anything. I was

  • Love in the Headlines    Don't test me

    REIGN'S POV “It's true. So what?” I was testing him, baiting him. I wanted to see him lose control. I wanted to hurt him as much as he had hurt me. I had always wondered what could make him tick and it seemed like I finally got the answer.Ivan was territorial. In that sick mind of his, he owned me, at least until I had fulfilled all my parts in the contract and now that another man was in the picture, he could not take it. He felt threatened. He was seething and I absolutely loved it.“So what? Don't you think you should explain yourself? Can't you see how intimate you look with him? And what? Love story of the century? What kind of ridiculous bullshit is that?” He bellowed.I chuckled. “Why are you spiraling out like this? Who do you think you are to ask me all of those questions? Honestly, I am amazed at how thick skinned you are. The nerve to even face me and shout when you know what you did.”“Is that why you did this? Pretending to be with him?” He scoffed. “And to think I was

  • Love in the Headlines    Feelings

    IVAN'S POV I had ruined everything. Even if I was not sure of the extentent of the damage I had caused before, the amount of comments bashing Reign was enough to tell me what I had done. I fed her to the wolves.But I refused to regret it. I did it to protect her, after all. Father already thought she was dare to me, if I went ahead to defend her after he warned, Reign would be in danger. And I wouldn't be able to forgive myself if anything happened to her because of me. I already had a glimpse of that when I barged into her room after her identity was discovered online. I had never felt fear as deep as that before. Her eyes were closed and her body cold to the touch, it was one of the most terrible things I have ever had to face. Everyone had to think I hated her for her own good.I closed my eyes and turned away from the laptop, unable to read anymore of the comments. Reign was probably reading them as well. I should call her. I should see her. I should explain everything so she w

  • Love in the Headlines    Looks too real

    REIGN'S POV “Are you sure this would work?” I asked, adjusting the off the shoulder sweater paired with jeans that I had on. We were currently parked at the side of the road, waiting for the cue of the paparazzi Henry had hired before getting down. “Trust me it will. If people think you are with me, they would realize the whole thing with Ivan was indeed a misunderstanding. I also received Mr Dashan’s permission as well to release our pictures and videos from the banquet. That would be the final irrefutable evidence.” Henry explained. I nodded and released the breath I was holding. “I'm very nervous. What if my acting is so bad that it is obvious it is staged? What do I do then?” “Don't worry too much, okay? Just follow my lead and you will be fine.” Henry smiled at me. I sighed and looked out the window, at the same time the paparazzi gave the signal. “Oh my God, it's time.” I gasped. “I'm going to mess this up. I'm definitely going to mess this up.” “Hey, don't say that, oka

  • Love in the Headlines    Rude awakening

    REIGN'S POV I hummed as I mixed the batter for the cookies. I decided to try my hand at baking today. I was a good cook but I had never tried to bake before. Cookies looked like the easiest to make so I just started with that. After I was done mixing, I put my baking sheet in my baking pan and dropped several spoonfuls of baking dough on it until the batter finished. After I was done, I put it in the already preheated oven and set my timer.“That's it.” I smiled. It looked like it was going to come out good. I pulled the oven mitt off my hands and trudged out of the kitchen. I glanced at the clock and sighed in relief, I was just in time for Ivan’s press conference. I had complete trust in him that he would totally resolve everything that was going on. It has been over a week now with different pieces coming out about us. I was tired already.I settled on the sofa and brought my legs up, wanting to be as comfortable as possible when Ivan shut down the haters. I chuckled at my thought

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