Rowan's life had changed dramatically after her one night stand with David. He used every opportunity to insult her and belittle her. Despite his attempts to relieve her of her job, his parents staying with him made it difficult.
Whenever David's parents asked why he wanted Rowan gone, he struggled to find a reliable answer. He couldn't betray his parents' trust by revealing the truth about his relationship with their housemaid.
David knew that the only solution was to move out and live in a separate mansion, but his parents wouldn't allow it. As their only child, they were unwilling to let him go. The only way he could persuade them was to get married.
David had been considering proposing to his girlfriend, Flora, but he didn't want anyone to think that he was only marrying her to attain the position of President of his father's company. He knew that he was next in line for the position, but his uncle was against him.
To avoid any potential rumors or backlash, David decided that he would wait until he became the President before proposing to Flora. He didn't want anyone to question his motives or think that he was using his position for personal gain.
Despite the delay, David was confident that he and Flora would be together forever. They had a strong connection, and he knew that she was the right person for him. In the meantime, he focused on preparing for his future role as President and winning over his uncle's support.
David tried to tolerate Rowan's presence until he could find a way to get rid of her. He had been avoiding any contact with her since their one night stand, and she had been doing the same to stay clear of his path.One day, when David's car left the compound, Rowan let out a deep sigh of relief. Finally, she could leave her room without fear of running into the man she was hiding from. She stepped out into the hallway, grateful for the temporary peace.
As Rowan made her way down the hallway, she collided with Tessy, a fellow maid carrying a tray of food. Tessy quickly handed the tray to Rowan, instructing her to deliver it to Mrs. Thompson's room for breakfast.Rowan was grateful for Tessy's kindness, but she couldn't help feeling guilty for always making her cover for her whenever David was around. Today was supposed to be Rowan's turn to cook breakfast, but she had made Tessy do it instead.
"Thank you, Tessy," Rowan said with a smile as she took the tray.
Tessy looked at Rowan with concern. "When are you going to tell me why you're always hiding from Mr. David?" she asked.
"Not now, Tessy," Rowan replied, her tone evasive.
Tessy sighed, knowing better than to push the matter. "No problem," she said, before turning and walking away.
As Rowan made her way to Mrs. Thompson's room, her mind was preoccupied with thoughts of David and their complicated situation. She knew that she needed to come up with a solution soon before things got even more complicated.
Rowan entered Mrs. Thompson's room, she greeted her and bowed politely. Mrs. Thompson asked her how her night was, to which Rowan replied with a simple "fine."
With shaky hands, Rowan placed the plate of eggs Benedict on the table in front of Mrs. Thompson. However, her unease was apparent, and Mrs. Thompson noticed.
"Is everything alright, Rowan?" Mrs. Thompson asked, concerned.
"Yes, ma'am," Rowan replied, trying to hide the discomfort in her voice.
Mrs. Thompson took a bite of the eggs and complimented Rowan's excellent cooking. Rowan managed a small smile and said, "Thank you, ma'am."
Suddenly, Rowan's vision began to blur, and she felt an intense wave of nausea. She tried to steady herself, but her legs gave way, and she collapsed to the floor.
Mrs. Thompson jumped up from her seat, her expression etched with worry. "Rowan! Rowan, are you okay?"
But Rowan was unable to respond. She had lost consciousness, and Mrs. Thompson was left to tend to her fallen maid in a state of panic..
At the hospital, Mrs. Thompson paced back and forth in the waiting room, her heart heavy with worry. She had never seen Rowan look so pale and fragile, and the doctors had been tight-lipped about her condition.
Finally, a doctor emerged from the operating room, and Mrs. Thompson rushed to meet him.
"How is she? Is she okay?" she asked, her voice trembling.
The doctor looked at her gravely. "Mrs. Thompson, I have some news. Rowan is pregnant."
Mrs. Thompson's eyes widened in shock. "Pregnant? Are you sure?"
"Yes, ma'am. It's not uncommon for a woman in her position to keep it a secret."
Mrs. Thompson's initial reaction was disbelief. How could Rowan, her maid, be pregnant in this poor state? But as she looked at Rowan lying in the hospital bed, her heart filled with compassion. Rowan was one of the most hardworking and trustworthy employees she had ever had, and she deserved better than to be judged before the full story was known.
Can I see her?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
The doctor nodded. "She's awake now. You can see her."
When Mrs. Thompson entered Rowan's hospital room, she found her staring out the window, tears streaming down her face.
"Rowan?" she said softly, approaching the bed.
Rowan turned her head slowly, her eyes swollen and red. "I'm sorry, Mrs. Thompson," she said, her voice barely audible. "I didn't mean for this to happen."
Mrs. Thompson took a seat beside the bed, taking Rowan's hand in hers. "You don't have to apologize, Rowan. What happened? Who got you pregnant?"
Rowan looked away, her eyes fixed on a distant point in the room. "It's your son, Mrs. Thompson," she whispered.
As Mrs. Thompson heard that her son was the father, she felt a rush of anger and disbelief. How could her son be so reckless and irresponsible? And how could Rowan, a mere maid, dare to accuse him of such a thing?
"I don't believe you" Mrs. Thompson said coldly to Rowan "This is all a mistake. My son would never do something like this."
Mrs.Thompson felt her world spinning out of control. She had always been so careful to maintain her family's reputation and image, and now this scandal threatened to ruin everything. She couldn't bear the thought of her son being connected to someone like Rowan, a mere servant who had no right to be carrying his child.
"Tell me the truth now, and I promise to take care of your child. But I find it hard to believe that my son could stoop so low as to impregnate a maid like you," Mrs. Thompson said firmly
Rowan looked up at her, her eyes filled with pain and fear. "Yes, ma'am. I'm sorry. I didn't mean for this to happen."
Mrs. Thompson felt a wave of disgust wash over her. How could Rowan be so shameless as to trap her son like this? She stood up from her chair and turned to leave.
"Ma'am, please," Rowan begged, her voice trembling. "I don't know what to do. I have no one else to turn to."
Mrs. Thompson paused for a moment, her eyes flickering with uncertainty. She knew that she couldn't turn her back on Rowan completely, not when she was carrying her grandchild. But at the same time, she couldn't condone her son's actions or the fact that he had gotten involved with someone so far beneath him.
"I'll see what I can do," she said finally, her voice cold and distant. "But don't expect me to forgive or forget this. And don't expect anything from my son, either. He has his own life to live."
With that, she turned and walked out of the room, her heart heavy with shame and anger.
David sat behind a massive mahogany desk, with a towering bookcase on his left, filled with leather-bound volumes and expensive art objects. The walls were decorated with tasteful abstract paintings, and the air was infused with the scent of fresh flowers in a crystal vase. His laptop and a pile of papers were neatly arranged on his desk, with a Montblanc pen resting on a notepad. The room was spacious, with high ceilings and large windows that overlooked the bustling city below.David worked on his laptop, his sharp features and chiseled jawline were accentuated by the dim lighting, and his bespoke suit hugged his muscular frame perfectly. He exuded an air of confidence and authority as if he owned the world and everything in it.His brows furrowed in concentration as he typed away on the keyboard. He was a man who prided himself on his success, and nothing was going to stand in the way of that.Suddenly, there was a loud bang at the door, and David's secretary burst into the office,
David walked into his family's house, expecting to see his mother in her usual calm state. But as he entered the living room, he saw her sitting on the sofa, her face twisted in anger. Next to her, Rowan was trembling and looking down at the ground."Good afternoon, Mom. What's going on?" David asked, trying to keep his voice steady.His mother ignored his greeting and pointed an accusing finger at Rowan. "Do you know what this girl has done?" she hissed. "She's pregnant, and she says you're the father!"David felt his heart thumping out of his chest. He looked at Rowan, who was still shivering, and then back at his mother. He opened his mouth to speak, but no words came out.His mother stood up, her voice rising. "How could you do this, David? And with a maid, of all people! Did you even think about the consequences?David didn't know what to say. He knew he had made a mistake, but he didn't think it would come to this. His mother's anger was palpable, and he could feel the disappoin
David's lips inched closer to Rowan's, her heart fluttered with a mix of nervousness and longing. She closed her eyes, bracing herself for the touch she secretly craved, even though she knew deep down that David didn't love her. Still, in her quiet submission, she hoped to win his affection, willing to endure the pain and humiliation that came with it.Just as their lips were about to meet, a sudden buzzing from David's phone shattered the fragile moment. David's gaze fell upon the screen of the phone, revealing Flora's name as the caller. He removed his hand from the wall, leaving Rowan standing there, her desires unfulfilled.David's lips formed a sly grin as he turned his gaze back to Rowan, finding her eyes still closed. She didn't want him to witness her desire for his kiss, afraid of the scorn he might cast upon her. With her eyes shut, she hoped that he would take the phone call as a chance to exit the room without catching her in such a vulnerable state."Did you think I woul
David arrived at Flora's luxurious mansion, parking his car and making his way towards the entrance. He had been invited under the pretense that Flora was unwell, but as he stepped inside the room, he found her standing there, elegantly dressed in a transparent nightgown, radiating an unexpected vitality.A mixture of surprise and suspicion crossed David's face as he broke the silence. "Flora, did you trick me into coming here? You don't seem sick at all."Flora, her lips curved into a seductive smile, met his gaze. "What did you expect, darling?" Her voice dripped with intrigue.As Flora tapped her toes on the ground, she slowly closed the distance between them, wrapping her hand around his arm. Sensing her intentions, David managed to subtly evade her grasp, his eyes fixed on her. "Flora, I must return home. I came here because you said you needed me."A flicker of anger danced in Flora's eyes, and she turned, backing David, her voice tinged with disappointment. "So, you'd rather sp
Rowan stepped out of the cab in front of the restaurant and quickly paid the cab driver. She walked with purpose into the restaurant, her eyes scanning the restaurant for a suitable place to sit. Finding a spot near the edge, she settled down and took a moment to observe her surroundings.As she sat there, lost in her thoughts, an attentive server approached her with a warm smile. "Good evening, ma'am. Is there anything I can assist you with? Perhaps a drink or something to eat?" the server inquired.Rowan's throat felt parched, and she longed for a refreshing drink. She checked her purse and realized that she didn't have much money on her. She mustered a polite smile and replied, "Thank you for asking, but I'm actually waiting for someone. I might consider ordering something if the person arrives." She said politely wanting to discharge the server and at the same time, not wanting the server to make her leave since they won't allow you to sit inside the restaurant without buying, one
Flora angrily stepped out of her car, parked it in the assigned spot, and entered the house. The maids hurriedly came down to take the bags from her hands and greeted her, but she didn't bother to respond. The servants working in the mansion had learned to expect her mistreatment. They relied on her for their livelihood, so they had no choice but to endure her shortcomings. As Flora ascended the staircase, she wearily removed her high heels and slipped into the comforting embrace of her fluffy slippers. She entered her bedroom, intending to shed the burdens of the day, but her tranquility was abruptly interrupted by the buzzing of her phone. Curiosity mingled with trepidation as she glanced at the screen, hoping to confirm the caller's identity. To her dismay, it was her beloved father on the line. A surge of anxiety gripped her heart as she contemplated what her father might reveal. She dreaded the possibility that he had discovered the recent decline in their company's stock value
Rowan was left awestruck as she reconnected with her long-lost friend, Rolland. A mixture of nostalgia and delight washed over her, bringing a smile to her face as she reminisced about the incredible times they had shared together.Little did she imagine that Rolland had transformed into an extraordinary man, far surpassing her expectations. The memories of her once harbored aggression towards him now seemed trivial, and she couldn't help but marvel at the person he had become.Yet, amid the joyous reunion, Rowan found herself unable to fathom the motivations behind Flora's decision to administer sexual enhancement pills to David. A surge of anger welled up within her as she clenched her fist, remembering the humiliating incident when Flora carelessly spilled a drink on her. It was unjust that David had been mocking her because of his girlfriend's thoughtless actions, for which Rowan was blameless.As Rowan's imagination wandered, thoughts of Flora's words filled her mind. She wondere
Rowan remained rooted in place, her gaze scanning the area in search of a familiar face. Time seemed to stretch on endlessly, yet no one she knew came into view. She contemplated leaving, tempted to give up on her quest. However, the possibility of encountering David's assistant, with whom she had interacted before, kept her lingering. But she couldn't simply introduce herself as David's wife to the security personnel. The contract that bound them together prevented her from doing so. The memory of David's words from the day before their marriage resurfaced in her mind, his tone dripping with arrogance and pride. The rules are clear if you want to bear the title of Mrs. Donovan. Your way of life must be pure, without scandal. I don't want to hear about any involvement with another man during the two years you bear my surname. You are not allowed to befriend any man, and you must keep your identity as Mrs. Donovan hidden until we divorce." Rowan couldn't help but pout as she reflecte