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Introduction
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The Mistressย ย ย Instant Connection
The gathering had started to wind down, the initial buzz of laughter and conversation fading into quieter exchanges and soft music playing in the background. Victoria had found a moment of solace at the edge of the party, observing the mingling guests and nursing her drink. She was lost in thought when she felt a presence beside her.โMind if I join you?โ Zander asked, his voice low and calm, cutting through the haze of her contemplation.Victoria turned to see Danielโs half-brother, his demeanor noticeably reserved. โNot at all,โ she replied, offering a small smile as he leaned against the wall next to her.Zander glanced around the room, then focused back on her. โYou seem a bit detached from all the excitement. Everything okay?โHis genuine inquiry caught her off guard. โJustโฆ a lot on my mind, I guess,โ she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.โYeah, I get that,โ Zander said, his eyes reflecting a depth of understanding that Victoria hadnโt expected. โFamily events can be o
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Gone Far
The days turned into weeks, and the silence between Victoria and Daniel deepened into a chasm that felt insurmountable. Mornings started with a mechanical routineโbreakfast prepared, children sent off to school, and obligatory small talk that barely scratched the surface. The emotional distance grew more pronounced, suffocating their once vibrant connection.One morning, as Victoria sipped her coffee, she noticed Daniel scrolling through his phone again, his brows furrowed in concentration. The sight tugged at her heart. โAre you working today?โ she asked, trying to breach the wall between them.โJust catching up on some emails,โ he replied without looking up. โNothing urgent.โShe nodded, but the disappointment settled heavily in her chest. โYouโve been working a lot lately.โโYeah, itโs busy,โ he muttered, finally glancing at her but quickly looking away.โI wish we could spend some time together,โ she ventured, her voice soft but hopeful.Daniel shrugged. โMaybe later. Iโve got to
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Traditional Views
Victoria sat at the small kitchen table, her fingers tracing the rim of her coffee cup. The familiar smell of her motherโs homemade pastries wafted through the air, a comforting reminder of her childhood. Rita moved around the kitchen, humming softly to herself as she prepared breakfast.โGood morning, dear,โ she said, her tone brightening as she caught sight of Victoriaโs somber expression. โYou look tired. Did you not sleep well?โVictoria forced a smile, but it didnโt reach her eyes. โJust a lot on my mind, Mom.โRita frowned, setting a plate of fresh croissants in front of her. โYou know, you really should take better care of yourself. Stressing over things that donโt matter will only wear you down.โโWhat do you mean by that?โ Victoria asked, her heart heavy with unspoken truths.โYour family, honey. You need to focus on keeping the home together. Daniel loves you; you just have to remind him of that.โโI donโt think itโs that simple,โ Victoria replied, her voice barely above a w
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Confiding
Victoria stood in the parking lot, the afternoon sun casting long shadows as she loaded her groceries into the trunk of her car. Her mind was still swirling with the conversation she had with her mother, the weight of her worries pressing down like a heavy cloak.As she closed the trunk, she heard a familiar voice call out. โHey, Victoria!โTurning, she saw Zander leaning against a nearby car, his arms crossed casually over his chest. He looked relaxed, a stark contrast to the chaos that often filled her life. His reserved demeanor drew her in, and she felt an inexplicable sense of relief wash over her.โHey, Zander,โ she replied, forcing a smile despite the heaviness in her heart.โWhat are you doing here?โ he asked, tilting his head slightly, his gaze assessing but not intrusive.โJust picking up some groceries,โ she said, motioning to the bags in her trunk. โHow about you?โโJust finished a workout,โ he said, glancing down at his gym bag resting at his feet. โThought Iโd grab a pro
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Restlessness
The house was silent, save for the faint hum of the refrigerator and the occasional creak of the floorboards as Victoria moved about the kitchen. The grocery bags were long unpacked, and the dishes she hadnโt needed to wash still sat drying on the counter. The routine was mindless, but her hands kept busy, scrubbing at invisible marks on the countertop as though the action might wipe away the lingering thoughts clawing at her mind.She glanced at the clock above the stove. 11:17 PM. Daniel was already in bed, or at least she assumed so. He hadnโt said anything when he turned off the television and disappeared down the hallway. No โgoodnight,โ no small acknowledgment that she was still there.Victoria sighed and leaned against the counter, her arms crossed tightly over her chest. The ache in her heart hadnโt dulled; it had only sharpened with the passing hours. She stared out the kitchen window into the dark void of the backyard, the faint outline of the fence barely visible under the
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Insurance
The sharp ring of the school bell echoed through the hallway, signaling the start of another day. Victoria adjusted the strap of her satchel and walked briskly toward her classroom, her heels clicking against the tiled floor. She passed clusters of students chatting and laughing, their energy filling the air.โMorning, Mrs. Sy!โ a student called out.Victoria forced a smile and waved. โGood morning, Jacob. Donโt forget your essay is due today!โThe boy groaned dramatically, his friends laughing as they walked toward their lockers. Victoria couldnโt help but chuckle softly at his reaction, a flicker of warmth breaking through the numbness sheโd carried all morning.Pushing open the door to her classroom, she was met with the familiar smell of dry-erase markers and the faint scent of old books. The room was already buzzing with activity. A few students were huddled near the windows, discussing their weekend plans, while others quietly unpacked their bags at their desks.โAlright, everyo
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Quiet
Victoria sat at the edge of her bed that night, the insurance documents spread out before her like a silent accusation. The room was dimly lit, the soft glow of the bedside lamp casting long shadows that danced across the walls. Ethan was already asleep down the hall, and the quiet of the house felt deafening.She took a deep breath, willing herself to think clearly. Panicking wouldnโt help, and confronting Daniel without proof was out of the question. He had always been persuasive, his charm a weapon he wielded with precision. If she accused him now, without evidence, he would likely twist the situation against herโor worse, act on whatever intentions he might have.Her fingers brushed against the papers. โWhat am I even doing?โ she murmured under her breath.Closing her eyes, she let the dayโs events replay in her mind. The delivery, the box, the contractโฆ It all felt surreal, like a twisted puzzle she hadnโt asked to solve. She needed answers, but more than that, she needed a plan.
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-12-05The Mistressย ย ย Unwind
Victoria found herself slipping into a quiet routine, days blending together with a rhythm she could almost predict. The house felt emptier without Ethan around during school hours, but there was a certain calm to it. Still, a heaviness lingered in her chest, a sense that something was missingโsomething beyond the layers of suspicion and doubt that had crept in.It was midweek when Sophie reached out again, her voice light and teasing through the phone. โAlright, Vicky, Iโm calling in a favor. Weโre going to the gallery this weekend. Youโre coming, and youโre going to leave your worries at home. Deal?โVictoria hesitated, her mind buzzing with thoughts of everything she needed to handle, but there was something about Sophieโs persistence that tugged at her. She wasnโt ready to talk about what was brewing under the surface, but maybeโฆ maybe a change of scenery would do her good. Just a few hours of quiet, of being somewhere that didnโt hold any reminders of the chaos creeping into her
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The Mistressย ย ย Special Chapter: Wedding Night (R18)
R-18The wedding was a blast. Every people that Victoria loved was there, it was far different from the wedding she had, 7 years ago. Victoria was now at the veranda of their house, the reception was held into their house garden where she personally took care of the flowers, looking below, with a glass of champagne on her right hand. She was now wearing her chiffon dress as her reception dress. A hand suddenly snaked around her wait, she doesnโt have to look who was it. No one would dare to get their hand on her, the moment, Zander announced she was his wife. โAre you tired?โ Zander muttered and drop a soft kissed near her ears. โNah, just happy,โ She said while glancing at the party in front of her, โAfter seven years of fake and failed marriage, I never thought that I could be this happy again, the last time that I remembered that I was genuinely happy was when Ethan was born,โ โThe last time that I got so happy was when you told me you love me too,โ Victoria chuckled, and s
The Mistressย ย ย Epilogue (R-18)
R-18The sun had dipped below the horizon, casting a golden hue over the backyard, where the soft murmur of the evening breeze carried the scent of blooming flowers. Victoria sat on the back porch, her legs tucked beneath her, watching the tranquility unfold around her. The city hummed in the distance, but here, in this small pocket of serenity, everything felt perfect.Zander joined her quietly, settling beside her on the steps, a glass of wine in hand. He offered it to her with a soft smile, the warmth in his eyes more intimate than words.โTo new beginnings,โ he said, his voice low, and the look he gave her seemed to say so much more.Victoria accepted the glass, feeling the coolness of the wine against her fingertips, the familiar strength of his presence beside her. โTo new beginnings,โ she echoed, taking a sip, the rich taste spreading across her tongue. She glanced around at their friendsโEthan and Sophie, laughing by the grill, teasing each other about their cooking skills. Th
The Mistressย ย ย Future Plans
The evening had settled in, a peaceful quiet enveloping the apartment, broken only by the soft clink of glasses and the faint hum of city life in the distance. Victoria sat on the couch, a glass of wine in hand, her eyes focused on the canvas before her.The room was filled with the aroma of fresh paint, an ever-present reminder of the work she poured her soul into. Zander, sitting across from her, leaned back in the chair, his eyes fixed on her with a quiet admiration.โYou know,โ Zander said, breaking the comfortable silence, โsometimes I canโt help but wonder what our life will look like in a few years.โVictoriaโs fingers paused on the brush, her eyes lifting to meet his. โWhat do you mean?โZander smiled, his gaze steady. โI mean, weโve come so far already, and I keep thinking about where weโre going. I want to know your dreams. Not just about today or tomorrow, but about the future. What do you see for us?โVictoria sat back, her mind racing. She had never fully allowed herself
The Mistressย ย ย Wedding Day
The morning of the wedding arrived with a warm, golden hue filling the sky. It was a perfect day, as though the world had conspired to give them this one, flawless moment. Victoria stood in front of the mirror, taking in the reflection of the woman she had become.The dress she wore, a simple yet elegant design of lace and satin, glimmered with the soft light that streamed in from the window. Her makeup was light, and her hair was softly curled, framing her face in delicate waves. She felt beautiful, not just in appearance, but in every way that truly mattered.โMommy!โ Ethanโs voice broke through her thoughts, pulling her away from the mirror. She turned around to see him standing at the door, eyes wide with excitement, wearing his little suit. He looked so much like Zander that it made her heart ache with love.โHey, my handsome boy,โ Victoria said, crouching down to his level. She brushed her fingers through his hair, feeling a lump rise in her throat.โIโm ready, Mommy,โ Ethan sai
The Mistressย ย ย Wed Prep
Victoria sat at the dining table, her phone in hand, scrolling through endless wedding inspiration posts. Zander walked in from the living room, a cup of coffee in hand, and sat down across from her.โYouโre deep into wedding mode, huh?โ Zander chuckled, watching as Victoria flipped through photos.Victoria sighed, running her fingers through her hair. โI just want everything to feel right, you know? Nothing too extravagant, but still special. It has to be perfect for us.โZander leaned back in his chair, his eyes softening as he watched her. โWeโll make it perfect. You donโt have to stress. Itโs about usโour familyโand the people who love us.โVictoria smiled, grateful for his calm demeanor. โI know, I know. Itโs just hard to narrow down choices when everything is soโฆ big. I donโt want to overwhelm Ethan or make him feel like itโs all too much.โZander reached over and gently placed his hand over hers. โItโll be easy, love. Whatever we do, itโll be just right because itโs ours. Ethan
The Mistressย ย ย Divorced
The sun had begun to dip below the horizon, casting a soft glow over the balcony where Victoria and Sophie sat side by side, a quiet evening breeze brushing through their hair. The past few years had been a whirlwind of change, growth, and, sometimes, heartbreakโbut in this moment, the two women found solace in each otherโs company, reflecting on the journey that had brought them to this point.Sophie took a deep breath, staring out at the city lights below. โItโs crazy, isnโt it? How much has changed in such a short time.โVictoria nodded, her fingers idly tracing the rim of her wine glass. โI never thought weโd end up here, Sophie. I donโt know where I thought Iโd be, but it wasnโt this.โโYeah,โ Sophie said with a laugh, her voice tinged with nostalgia. โI remember when you first told me about Ethanโs father, and all that drama with Zander. I thought, โHow is she going to get through all of this?โโVictoria chuckled, the memory of those chaotic days bringing a bittersweet smile to
The Mistressย ย ย New Family
Ethan sat at the kitchen table, his small hands gripping a crayon as he carefully drew shapes on the piece of paper in front of him. His tongue stuck out in concentration as he shaded in a house, a tree, and a bright sun in the corner. Victoria watched him from the counter, a warm smile tugging at her lips.Zander, who had just finished making breakfast, placed a plate of pancakes in front of her before sitting down next to Ethan. He ruffled Ethanโs hair, his touch gentle. โHowโs the masterpiece coming along, buddy?โEthan beamed up at him, his eyes sparkling with pride. โItโs almost done! Iโm going to make it perfect, just like you said.โVictoria couldnโt help but chuckle at his determination. It had been like this for weeks nowโEthan was always eager to learn, to create, to take on new challenges. Ever since they moved into the house, he had become more energetic, more confident. He was flourishing, thriving in this environment that was filled with love, safety, and encouragement.
The Mistressย ย ย New Home
Victoria stepped through the front door, feeling the cool air conditioning hit her face as she walked into the living room. The house was spaciousโmodern, but cozy, with light wooden floors that gleamed under the soft lighting. A large sectional sofa rested in the center of the room, complemented by a sleek coffee table. The walls were a soft, neutral beige, with just the right amount of warmth from the sunlight pouring through the windows.โDo you like it?โ Zander asked, standing beside her with a hopeful look on his face. His hands were stuffed into the pockets of his jeans, and his eyes gleamed with excitement.Victoria smiled, walking further into the room. โI love it,โ she said, taking in the high ceilings, the contemporary decor, and the natural light. โItโs perfect. It feelsโฆ like home.โZander grinned, his arms crossing as he took a step closer. โYeah? I was a little nervous, honestly. I wanted it to feel right for you too.โโIt feels right,โ she repeated, her voice soft. She
The Mistressย ย ย Mom and Daughter
The soft afternoon sun filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the living room. Victoria sat on the couch, her legs tucked under her as she gazed out the window, lost in thought.She had spent so much of her life trying to figure out who she was and where she belonged. She had spent years resenting her mother, Rita, for things that had happened in their past, but now, she found herself in a place where understanding, though still delicate, was beginning to bloom.The doorbell rang, pulling Victoria from her thoughts. She straightened up, wiping the faintest trace of tears from her eyes. It had been a quiet day, one where memories had bubbled up, and the weight of everything that had transpired felt heavier than usual. But there was something in her that told her this day would be different.She opened the door to find Rita standing there, a gentle smile on her face. There was no anger or resentment, just a tentative peace in her expression that made Victoria pause.โMa
