Lena POV.
I paced the sterile hospital hallway, my heart pounding in my chest. Regret washed over me in waves, crashing against my resolve. Each step felt heavier than the last, weighed down by the knowledge that Nathan was in the emergency room, fighting for his life. The blood-soaked dress clung to me like a reminder of everything that had gone wrong. I should have been more careful, more aware.Hours seemed to stretch into eternity as I waited, anxiety gnawing at my insides. The sterile scent of antiseptic filled the air, but all I could focus on was the suffocating silence. No doctors were emerging, no reassuring voices. My mind spiraled deeper into despair. What if I had lost him? How could I live with myself after everything that had happened? How am I going to ask for his forgiveness if he dies?With every passing minute, the weight of my regret grew heavier. I thought about all the moments I had taken for granted, his integrity, the quiet evenings desperately. ILena POV.I paced the sterile hospital hallway, my heart pounding in my chest. Regret washed over me in waves, crashing against my resolve. Each step felt heavier than the last, weighed down by the knowledge that Nathan was in the emergency room, fighting for his life. The blood-soaked dress clung to me like a reminder of everything that had gone wrong. I should have been more careful, more aware. Hours seemed to stretch into eternity as I waited, anxiety gnawing at my insides. The sterile scent of antiseptic filled the air, but all I could focus on was the suffocating silence. No doctors were emerging, no reassuring voices. My mind spiraled deeper into despair. What if I had lost him? How could I live with myself after everything that had happened? How am I going to ask for his forgiveness if he dies?With every passing minute, the weight of my regret grew heavier. I thought about all the moments I had taken for granted, his integrity, the quiet evenings desperately. I
Lena POV.I left the sitting room, my heart still racing from the confrontation with Victoria and Isabella. I needed air, a chance to clear my mind, so I decided to take a walk. The evening air was cool against my skin, but it did little to soothe the turmoil boiling inside me. As I strolled along the street, I watched people returning from work some laughing, others lost in thought. Couples walked hand in hand, their laughter ringing out like a cruel reminder of my own solitude.Frustration bubbled within me as I spotted a pair of lovers sharing a moment, their faces illuminated by the soft glow of streetlights. I turned away, the sight gnawing at me. What was I doing, wandering aimlessly while my own life felt so empty?Returning home, I headed straight for the swimming pool, seeking solace in the water. But a sense of unease clung to me, refusing to let go. I shook my head, trying to brush it off, determined to find peace.When I reached the po
Lena POV.My heart raced as Isabella's words echoed in my mind, each one sharper than the last. The truth was undeniable, and the clarity stung. I rarely spoke to Nathan, and when I did, his answers felt like empty promises. Isabella was right; I was just a contract wife, a pawn in their game for inheritance. Suddenly, the front door swung open, and Victoria Hale stepped inside, her presence electric. Isabella jumped to her feet, a bright smile illuminating her face.“Mother!” she exclaimed, rushing to greet her.Victoria returned the smile, her warmth evident as she wrapped her arms around Isabella. “Isabella, my dear! How wonderful to see you.”But the moment Victoria’s gaze shifted to me, the warmth vanished. A flicker of disdain crossed her features, and I felt a chill run down my spine. It was as if I were invisible, a shadow lurking in the background.“Hello, Mrs. Hale,” I managed to say, forcing a smile despite the tightness in my chest. I hoped for a glimmer of acknowledgment
Lena POVAfter crying so badly last night, pouring my hurtful tears to the bed, I decided to go out for a walk this morning. Maybe that will be the best therapy to clear my head. After wearing my sneakers, I was seated in the room when I saw Nathan. The sight was amusing as he stood there, wearing an apron that seemed comically oversized, with flour dusted over his body, especially his nose. He looked utterly ridiculous, and for a moment, I couldn’t help but stifle a laugh, but I still managed to keep it low and ensure that he didn’t notice it.I rejected him alongside his soggy pasta and burnt pancake. How can someone be so careless to the extent of making soggy pasta and burning the entire pancake!I stood up and walked out of the mansion without looking back at him. The sun was shining, casting a golden glow over everything. But I remember Nathan’s earnest attempt at cooking brought a smile to my face. It was a small gesture, but it meant a lot to me. The fact that he prepared my f
Nathan POV.I had just returned to the mansion after a long day at work. It left me drained but nothing compared to the tension that has been built between me and Lena for the past few days. Isabella has been a weed in our relationship, the one I am trying to build after the lies of Sebatian, I thought everything will be fine since it has been a while since I heard about him in the mansion without knowing that Isabella was planted as a replacement and now, I have to sort her headache. I entered my room, and my heart raced when I saw a T-shirt on the bed with a sticky note. It lay neatly on my bed, accompanied by a sticky note that read, “Wear this if you love me” ~From Lena~A surge of emotions flooded through me, and confusion is the first one. This is the first time Lena would make such an approach despite her nonchalant attitude towards me, and I am pretty sure she meant business with the note added. It must be the brown way to clear the misunderstanding between us. Maybe I should
Lena's POV.I arrived at Grace's apartment, settling in her sitting room, the weight of my frustration spilled out. I paced back and forth, my mind racing with thoughts of the Hale family and it boils my anger. “Just calm down, everything will be alright! You should try sitting down and cooling your temper. It won't work this way if you continue pacing like that” Grace Console trying to calm me down.“Every time I turn around, there’s Isabella. Isabella! Isabella! It’s like they’re everywhere!” I exclaimed, throwing my hands up in exasperation.Grace listened patiently, her eyes filled with understanding. She didn’t interrupt, just allowed me to vent until I finally took a breath. “And Nathan? He’s just as bad. How can he be so… so oblivious?” My frustration bubbled over, and I felt a knot in my stomach tighten.Grace pulled me into a warm hug, wrapping her arms around me like a protective shield. “You’re not alone in this, Lena. I promise. That is why I am always here to listen to y