JASMINE'S POV*I liked Gavin.But don't get me wrong, I don't have a plan to steal someone else's husband. I liked him but I never thought of pursuing him or doing something to make him mine.I'm not a 'die hard' crushing. I just used to idolized him and he's the most attractive guy in our school and until recently. Most of the girls that I knew was Gavin's admirer. I even know someone tried to use her family's wealth and assets to marry him but... Gavin's status is no joke. Even the high ranking officials will not be labeled as same as Gavin.That's not the reason why I liked him though.He just seems to be cool and decent... before.I've known Gavin for like, ages ago. Our family knew his sister but not close but, since I'm friends with Veni, I often hang out with them since Bennedix and Gavin always hanging out at the Garrin's manor. At first, I thought he's a snob and have no care about his surrounding but that's not true. He cares about people close to him. He's just a jerk som
JASMINE'S POV*Fucking asshole...Making my way to my father's office, one of his assistant ran towards me and reached out an envelope."Good afternoon, young lady. Are you okay? Your expression...""Good afternoon, Lee. What's this? I don't remember asking a favor from you or is this something related to my work?"I ignored him looking and pointing out my annoyance showing up on my face.I am in front of the door of my father's office when I stopped walking. Lee is my father's right hand, he's older than me but not that old. He must be in his 30s and still not married. It's making me wonder why because I'm telling you, he's kind of hot.But anyway, I opened the folder he gave me and saw bunch of BioData of men that's either in business wolrd or the showbiz industry.What? The fuck?"Hmm. Is this for the cosmetic company? Endorsers or business partner?"Raising my eyebrows, I look at him. But he just give me his usual serious look."It's the list of men that has good background and in
JASMINE'S POV*Bitting my inner cheeks, I avoid my father's eyes that's staring at me intently. Damn it. To be honest, I envy Venice for finding such a gentleman like Gray, his husband. It's not really because I want to be all by myself.Who wouldn't want someone who will treat you like a queen and take care of you, right?Anyone would want that someone who'll make them feel special.I mean, I do feel I'm special everywhere I go. But they're always after my money and influence anyway. Never my personality.No one really likes me for my personality. Believe me, all the boys I met always ask how's my dad, is my dad okay, tell dad they said hi, such bullshit. They should've dated dad. Kidding.Anyways, my eyes met Joe's when I tried to look away from my dad's observant eyes. Joe smiled at me like a benign old man even though he looks younger than his age.I force a smile and look away from him but ended up looking at Lee's. My smile turn a wry when I saw him smirked. This bastard k
AUTHOR'S POV*'Shit.'Jasmine curse inside her head. She's now sitting in front of her father's desk, having a 1-on-1 discussion with him."But that... That jerk, Dad, please?"Mr. Aldred sighed as he puts his hands in his face. He already explained to his daughter that he can't fire the young man that offended her. If it's other employee that doesn't have a n important role to the company, he'll gladly fire them.But not this one."Dear, I already told. I can't fire him. He's not just an ordinary employee here. He's the son of my close friend! You remember your uncle-""Dad~ pleasee."He sighed. Mr. Aldred knew that his daughter is far from extraordinary unlike any normal ladies in her age. She's responsible and obedient child. Not even once she fail to do anything he ordered. Except for getting married, but he never made that as mandatory. He's introducing young man that's in the same age as her, but he never force her to marry them. He's one of the people who wants theur child to
AUTHOR'S POVThe chaos at Morgan's manor died down for a bit but the search still continues.Gavin still haven't received any news about his wife's whereabouts.Madison Morgan's disappearance has impacted the people around her. The one who was affected the most is obviously, her husband. Gavin is the CEO of many companies, and his absence made work pile up. And now, he's drowning in paperworks and other stuff that needed to be finished.The butler, who's standing on his side and helping him sort out the documents, glanced at him.He's watching his master while doing his work. He's worried about Gavin's health because he's not eating and sleeping properly. Even the head maid that's ignoring Gavin started pity Gavin. She's one of the few people who's with Gavin for a long time. She knew how cruel he might be to others, but seeing how he cares for Madison made her anger melt.It was peaceful for once when the door suddenly swung open. The head maid almost drop the tea pot and the butle
AUTHOR'S POV*After staying at Jordan's house for days, Madison starting to accept Jordan's special treatment as well as the maid's effort to take care of her. But her guard's still up. She thought that it will change when she stay a bit longer. Just like how the maids in her father's and husband's house. Her mind is always preoccupied with Gavin's well being. But unlike before, she's trying to accept that she can't forget him all of the sudden. She was attached to him and it is hard to let him go all of the sudden. It will be hard to stop thinking but she decided to sleep more than waste her time thinking. With the regular checkups, she is slowly regaining her health but it's still far from healthy.Due to her situation, Jordan became more strict.Jordan thinks of Madison as a fragile woman who can break when handled aggressively. Since Madison needs proper care, Jordan personally sees through the list of the foods that sheโll eat. She needs a healthy diet, balanced exercise and
MADISON'S POV*"Jordan Deins."It was a cold voice that used to hunt me when I was a kid. A cold and old voice. "This is Marriano Wilhenberg, CEO of Wilhenberg corporation... And the father of Madison Wilhenberg..."I frowned.He just claimed to be my father. What a nerve after what he did. And why the hell is he calling Jordan anyways? Will he use our relationship to build a connection? I remembered Jordan telling me about his new big project? Was it related to that? If so then he's so damn greedy."Hello? Is anyone there?"Looking at the screen, I didn't answer, instead,I put it in speaker before placing it in the table. I intentionally let the phone make a 'thud' sound and slightly move my utensils to make a sound."...I apologize for calling such difficult time. You must be having dinner, so I'll make it quick."He sighed. It sounded like it's more of his inconvenience.Trashy bastard -"Madison."... Huh?My eyes widened. H-How did he knew..."Do you know where my daughter is?"
MADISON'S POV*Waking up with a nice weather, I decided to take a walk in the green house. Jordan forbade me to go outside for a while saying that it's dangerous for me to go out because of my condition... but I know better.I know that it's dangerous not because of my condition. Probably because there's many eyes planted outside. He's taking precautions to ensure my location unknown.My condition improve after some days here. Jordan never fail to make me drink my vitamins and make sure that I've eaten all of my meal. Who the hell won't unhealthy after that?I mean, my meals are all planned that it wasn't repeated yet... Except for the steak... It tasted different but still delicious but of course, I like the steak at the Morgan's.But anyways, Jordan gave me the permission to walk and go to the every part of this house, even in the green house. He even install a long hose where I can water all plants there.Of course, missing the old things that I have will not vanish. Like my bab
It was a peaceful morning. People just came out of the church and went to their own businesses. โSylv! Letโs go there!โ โSlow down, princess! Sylv is carrying my child!โ โCโmon, Jason, donโt be too over protective!โ The pregnant woman, named Sylv just laughed as her eyes went to the beautiful lady at the flower shop. โMy lady!โ She exclaimed as she shove Princessโs hand away. She rushed toward the lady that she saw. โThank you.โ The beautiful lady in a beautiful dress said as she put the bouquet of flowers down. โMy lady!โ The beautiful lady looked at the person that called her. She beamed when she saw familiar faces getting near them. โSylv. How are you? Howโs the baby?โ She asked as she gave them a teasing smile. The couple just blushed as they looked at each other. While Princess just grinned at them. โAh! Are you alone, my lady?โ Jason asked while looking around. The lady shook her head. She was about to answer when someone pulled the hem of her dress. โMommy! Mom
AUTHORโS POVAfter that night, Madison woke up because of the knock. Gavin moved a bit to not wake her up but she woke up anyways. Gavin opened the door and saw the head maid looking at him suspiciously as she peaked behind him to see if Madison is alright. The head maid sighed and glared at Gavin.โDonโt look at me like that, Nana Beatrice. I didnโt do anything to my wife.โHe groaned. The head maid just sighed and pushed Gavin aside as she pushed a pushing cart containing foods inside.โGood morning, My lady.โโHmm.โMadison stood up and went to the table with her eyes closed. โI already bought your clothes here so you can change here.โโHmm.โโAlso, your mother dropped by here with a lot of gifts for you.โโHmm- huh?โMadisonโs sleepy eyes went wide open as Gavin just raised both of his eyebrows and went inside the shower.โShe was here?โโYes, My lady.โ โWith what?โโA lot of gifts, my lady.โFeeling surprised, Madison dazed and remembered what happened yesterday. The head maid
AUTHORโS POVMiranda was shocked by Gavinโs sudden outburst.Gavin couldnโt care anymore as he only thought of Madisonโs state. He felt mad at how Miranda acts in front of them. For him, Miranda isnโt a type of person that he could just convince with such submissive words. Still surprised, Miranda glared at Gavin but Gavin, being himself, just stared back at Miranda. Madison saw the tension between the two so she pulled Gavinโs hand as she turned around to leave.โMadison! Please, letโs talk.โMiranda tried approaching her but Gavin stood in front of him. He can feel that Madison is going to break down any moment if she stays here. For him, even though he didnโt ask Madison about her past, he still has an idea that her childhood didnโt end great.โGet out of my way!โโI canโt do that.โโYou..! Madison! Please letโs talk, my love.โMadison stopped on her track as she glanced back at her mother.โGive me time..โShe said then leave. Miranda looks devastated that her plan on approachi
What is a mother? What does it take to be a mother? People usually call a person a mother if the woman gave birth to her child. If that person took care of that baby for 9 months and painfully gave birth and loved her child. Thatโs what mothers usually do.But being a mother isn't just considered as being pregnant. There are mothers who adopted their child. Those who treated the children like their own even though sheโs not her mother. Or even an older sister that stood like a mother. A mother that sacrifices a lot. A mother that doesnโt love their child and just uses them for their own benefit. Mother that was forced to conceive a child and end up hating them. And a mother that only sees their child as an insurance for their future.No one really knows how mothers really love their children as they have a different version of how they show it. And sometimes the way they show it is confusing even for their own child. Maybe thatโs why there are children that choose to be rebellious
MADISONโS POVAfter that news, the maids and servants took pity on me even more. They stop by more often to talk to me and ask if Iโm okay. They greet me with a smile and sometimes they will bring something for me.Usually macaroons and steak flavored candies.The maid that was assigned to Chowie often put him in my room or wherever near me.I donโt find it troublesome, but instead, I am thankful for their efforts. I know that they are just trying to make me better. Although I just usually say a dry โthanksโ, they are very much appreciated. Gavin also asked me about my opinion of what happened. He was the only one that knew that I really didnโt care what happened to that house. I actually wondered if Lucia got burnt together with the house. If not, then thatโs unfortunate..But even after Gavin knowing the fact that my father sold me and used me to pay off his debts, he still observed me very carefully. Heโs like trying to see if I really didnโt care.And guess what, I do care, at le
MADISON'S POVEver since I was a kid, I fell in love with the idea of meeting someone that will truly love me and stay by my side. Living and dying together. Through sickness and in health. Just like in wedding vows.A prince charming just like my father that have good looks and wealth so that we can live in a castle. My children would run around as I drink my tea in my garden, just like how my mother is doing. And going out every weekends just what we did way back in the past.I was still unaware of what kind of status and power that my family hold because my mother took care of me without saying that we're more privileged than others. She raised me to be humble but not forgetting that there's no one that could look down on me.That's why I thought that having someone by my side, that will love and stay through everything would be easy. Maybe it's because of my naive mind that I'm expecting that everyone will have an happily ever after, just like how princesses in movies have. That
AUTHORโS POVLeaving the company early, Gavin was smiling and humming while driving his car home. The smile on his lips never leaves him as he patiently wait for the traffic lights to go green. โWill she like this?โHe thought as he glanced at the flowers beside him. It was a rare and fragrant flower that he ordered overseas. It only blooms one in decades so it is very expensive that even high ranking officials didnโt know about the existence of these flowers. Gavin remembered how the flowers that were delivered in the hospital impacted Madisonโs actions. Seeing his wife being in daze every time that heโs visiting saddens him. He remembers how energetic she was even though she sleeps for a day or two on normal days. He misses how they tease each other and how she smiles at him. Her smile means a lot to him and he just realized that he wants to see that smile everyday for the rest of his life. But the image of her smile turned to the memories when she cried. โI wonโt let that hap
JASMINEโS POVAfter I ate the desserts that Mr. Lee brought me, and I left my Dadโs office. I really like Mr. Lee. He always prepares it in advance every time he knows that Iโll be coming over. Maybe he knew that Iโd be upset.Well, he's been with us ever since he was a kid so we basically grew up together even though weโre not really close.โPlease be careful, young lady.โMr. Lee said as he opened the elevator for me. I smiled at him and uttered a โThank youโ before the elevator doors closed. But something new shocked me. When the elevator was about to close, I saw Mr. Lee let out a small smile, which was very, very rare. Heโs not really an expressive person. Even though we both had entrepreneur lessons together, I never saw him smile although weโre basically like together all day, everyday, before.I was in daze by Mr. Leeโs smile. Am I overreacting? Yes. Maybe I am but what can I do? It really is shocking. I sighed and looked at my wrist watch. Itโs already 4pm and I still got n
MADISONโS POVOnce again, the area filled with silence. The only thing I could hear was the singing birds and dancing trees. Leaves fluttering and rolling on the ground. The atmosphere became heavy as the old man beside me was just looking at me. I feel awkward with the sudden silence as well with his stares. I feel like it has gotten cold all of the sudden even if I can feel the sunlight on my skin. Itโs not right butโฆ did Gavin take his weirdness from this old man beside me? He looks so much of Gavin that I might think that it was Gavin that Iโm talking to. Even his eyes that were looking at me, feels like he can see through my mind. Just like GavinโฆThinking of Gavin and our relationshipโฆIs it right to ask this kind question to this old man? The old man beside me stayed silent for a while. I feel like Iโm asking a dangerous question that can shorten my life if I make another move. But that thought was probably because of what I have heard and read from the Morgan siblings. Beca