“Come back to me, Ivy,” the man whom she used to love with all her heart said. “No, no,” Ivy shook her head and backed away from him. Her body trembled as fear consumed her whole being. He was the reason her baby was gone! He was the reason for all her suffering! ---------------------------- Ivy thought she was the luckiest woman in the world - she was married to the man of her dream. But that was just her illusion. On the day she received her pregnancy report, she found her husband in bed with his best friend. Before she had the chance to tell him about her pregnancy, she was forced to divorce and her family was driven to bankruptcy by that one man she loved. Since then, her life went south. She married a governor in another country whom everyone thought was a gentleman. Everyone envied her, but no one knew he was a sadist who loved to abuse her. Five years later, the man she used to love met her by chance and begged her to come back. But would she be able to give her heart again, when all she felt toward him was fear and hatred? Knowing that he was the sole reason her life had turned to be what it was today with endless suffering? Cover art by Rainygraphic.
View MoreGerard's head throbbed as he gradually regained consciousness, his vision blurry at first before clearing enough to see Nathan beside him, also coming to. They were both tied up, their limbs restricted and heads still groggy from whatever sedative they'd been given.As they blinked and tried to focus, the room came into sharper view, and their eyes locked onto Mia standing before them, a triumphant smirk playing on her lips."Well, well, well, look who's awake," Mia taunted, her voice dripping with amusement. "I must say, you two put up quite the fight. But alas, here we are, all tied up and nowhere to go."Gerard's jaw tensed, his mind racing to piece together what had happened. "What do you want, Mia?" he demanded, his voice laced with a mix of anger and frustration.Mia chuckled, a melodious sound that grated on their nerves given the circumstances. "Oh, Gerard, Nathan, always so direct. I like that about you," she purred, pacing back and forth in front of them.Nathan shot her a w
As Nathan hurriedly untied Yvette, his heart raced with a mix of relief and urgency. Yvette's eyes reflected a deep sense of fear and desperation, her voice trembling as she pleaded with Nathan to free her from this dreadful place."Get me out of here, Nathan. I'm scared. Please, brother," Yvette gasped as soon as Nathan removed the cloth gagging her mouth. Her words echoed through the room, carrying a sense of vulnerability and distress.Nathan wasted no time and swiftly began untying her hands, his movements fueled by determination to rescue his sister from this nightmare. "Don't worry, Yvette. We'll get you out of here," Nathan reassured her, his voice firm yet comforting.Meanwhile, Gerard stood close by, his gaze shifting between Nathan and Yvette. There was a palpable tension in the air, a silent acknowledgment of past grievances and unspoken words. Yvette's eyes briefly met Gerard's, but the exchange held a complex mix of emotions—anger, betrayal, and perhaps a glimmer of hope
The atmosphere in the room was heavy with worry and tension as Nathan and Gerard prepared to embark on their mission the next day. Mama Quinn's eyes were brimming with tears as she pleaded with Nathan not to go. "Nathan, please don't do this. I can't lose you too," she cried, her voice trembling with fear and desperation.Nathan, though determined, couldn't ignore the pain in his mother's voice. He took her hands gently and looked into her eyes. "Mom, listen to me. We've seen that involving the police only made things worse. Trust me, I'll bring Yvette back safely," he reassured her, his voice filled with conviction.Ella, equally concerned for her husband's safety, couldn't hold back her worries. "What about yourself, dear?" she asked, her eyes filled with concern for Nathan.Nathan pulled Ella into a warm embrace, kissing her forehead tenderly. "Don't worry, babe. I'll be back for you and our son," he promised, his voice filled with love and determination.As Gerard stood silently
Mia looked Yvette in the face, tension crackling in the air between them like an electric storm. Yvette's eyes blazed with a mixture of anger and fear, while Mia wore a smug, mocking expression."Why are you doing this, Mia? We were friends once," Yvette's voice quivered with emotion, her hands clenched into fists at her sides.Mia chuckled condescendingly, her tone dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, dear Yvette, you still don't understand, do you? Friendship was never part of the equation for me."Yvette's brows furrowed in confusion. "Then what is it that you want from me? Why go to such lengths?"Mia's smirk widened, a glint of malice in her eyes. "I want what's mine, Yvette. I want Gerard, and I won't let anyone stand in my way."Yvette's eyes widened in disbelief. "Gerard? But he's moved on, Mia. You were with him! And even if he wasn’t, you can't force someone to love you."Mia's laughter rang hollow in the room. "Oh, darling, you underestimate me. I don't need his love. I just need yo
In the dimly lit living room, Mama Quinn and Mrs. Carrie sat on the plush sofa, their eyes red and swollen from incessant tears. The weight of worry and fear hung heavily in the air, casting a somber shadow over the room. They clung to each other, finding solace in their shared grief as they tried to make sense of the nightmare unfolding before them."Why is fate playing games with us?" Mama Quinn's voice quivered as she spoke, her gaze fixed on a family portrait hanging on the wall. "We were finally reunited, and now this..."Mrs. Carrie, her voice choked with emotion, reached for Mama Quinn's hand. "I don't understand it either. Yvette just came back into our lives, and now she's gone again."Ella, their steadfast pillar of strength, sat beside them, offering words of comfort in the midst of their despair. "We have to believe that everything will be fine. Yvette is strong, and we will find her."Across the room, Papa Quinn and Mr. James sat together, their usual stoic demeanor waver
Nathan paced back and forth in the living room, his nerves tightly wound as he awaited news from the police. Each passing second felt like an eternity, filled with uncertainty and worry for his sister's safety. Gerard sat nearby, his expression mirroring Nathan's concern.Finally, the lead officer entered the room, his face grim and troubled. Nathan's heart sank as he read the unease in the officer's eyes."We didn't find Yvette at the location where the tracker led us," the lead officer began, his voice tinged with disappointment. "It seems we were set up, and it was a deliberate attempt to mislead us."Nathan's shoulders slumped as he absorbed the news. It was a heavy blow, realizing that their hopes had been dashed once again. He clenched his fists, frustration and anger bubbling inside him."But," the officer continued, interrupting the heavy silence, "we did search thoroughly, and unfortunately, we didn't find any new leads."A flicker of disappointment ignited in Nathan's eyes.
The police team stood in front of the decrepit door, their patience waning as their repeated knocks yielded no response. They exchanged knowing glances, silently acknowledging that they had to resort to more forceful measures. With a subtle signal, two officers positioned themselves in front of the door, bracing themselves for impact."Ready?" one officer whispered to the other, who nodded in response.They took a few steps back, their eyes focused on the worn-out door. Then, with a synchronized effort, they lunged forward, their shoulders colliding with the door. The decrepit wood creaked and splintered under the impact, giving way with surprising ease."What a weak door," one of the officers murmured as they swiftly entered the room, their guns drawn and ready for any potential threat. However, the room greeted them with emptiness, save for the musty air and the remnants of abandoned furniture.Disappointment lingered in the air as they scoured every inch of the room and searched th
The night had stretched on endlessly, filled with futile attempts and exhausting searches as Gerard and Nathan combed through every possible lead, following every thread of hope that might lead them to Ivy. Their determination was unwavering, but the harsh reality of their fruitless efforts weighed heavily on their shoulders as they finally made their way back home.The drive back was a somber one, the silence within the car echoing their shared frustration and anxiety. Each passing mile felt like a testament to their helplessness in the face of Ivy's disappearance. Nathan's grip on the steering wheel was tight, his knuckles white with tension. Gerard sat beside him, his mind racing with thoughts and scenarios, each more troubling than the last.As they approached their home, the streetlights flickered in the distance, casting an eerie glow over the familiar neighborhood. Unease settled in their hearts, a stark reminder of the uncertainty that clouded their lives since Ivy went missin
Gerard and Nathan waited anxiously for the police to arrive, their minds filled with worry and uncertainty about Ivy's sudden disappearance. The minutes felt like hours as they paced back and forth in the living room, occasionally glancing at each other with concerned expressions.Finally, the sound of sirens filled the air, signaling the arrival of the police. Nathan rushed to open the door while Gerard stood by, his heart pounding with anticipation. Two officers entered the house, and Nathan quickly briefed them about Ivy's disappearance and the events leading up to it.The officers listened attentively, nodding as Nathan recounted the details. They immediately sprung into action, taking down notes and asking for any relevant information that could help in their investigation. Gerard provided them with the last conversation he had with Ivy and mentioned the incident on the balcony.As the officers gathered information, Gerard couldn't shake off the guilt and worry gnawing at him. He
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