Ivy sat in the passenger seat of Bethany's car, and in about thirty minutes, they had gotten to the city. Ivy could not help, marveling at the scenic route they were taking in the new city. The trees were a rich shade of green, and the roads were lined with stunning mansions and sprawling parks. It was a stark contrast from her old neighborhood, with its dilapidated buildings and litter-lined streets.As Bethany pulled into the parking lot of a towering hotel, Ivy gasped in awe. The building was massive, with sleek glass windows and a glittering façade that shimmered in the sunlight. She had never seen such a grand structure before, and she couldn't believe that they were going to be staying there.As they entered the hotel lobby, Ivy was struck by the sheer opulence of the place. The air was filled with the scent of fresh flowers, and the walls were bedecked with ornate paintings. The furniture was plush and luxurious, and the floors were polished to a high shine. Ivy felt out of pla

Ivy looked at her other contestants, the way they looked with confidence, she knew they were not small chefs, but she was determined to show her excellent skills. She had spent her free time practicing and perfecting her recipes, and finally, she had to present the result of all her practicing.After they were all introduced, they were given some time to arrange all their ingredients and put them in order and it was then Ivy discovered, her major ingredients were missing but she didn't let herself panic, she instead looked for ways to substitute for those meals, walking around the open kitchen to get her substitute ingredients.When she was sure she was ready, she prepared the utensils she knew she'd need and put them close to her.She looked at the people all watching. This was what she had been preparing for and it was finally time to get down to business. With a determined look on her face, she set to work on her first dish. She made spicy chicken curry with the traditional Indian

Ivy was devastated, seeing her son, in that state. It was a heartbreaking moment for her as she felt pity for him."How did this happen, Piper?" She asked Piper as she looked worried."I'm sorry, Ivy. I wasnt a good caretaker today. He slashed himself in his tummy, before I could get to him." Piper said, sadly, as a tear rolled down her cheek.Ivy could understand how Piper felt, so she wasnt angry at her."You have always been a good caretaker, Piper. I mean, you arent a caretaker. You are his aunt, and you are bound to make mistakes. Why? Because you are human." Ivy said, softly, as a tear rolled down her cheek, as well."We should just be glad that this mistake didnt cost him his life, okay?" Ivy said, trying to make Piper feel better."Thank you for understanding, Ivy.""Its fine. Afterall, our Liam is a strong boy." Ivy chuckled and Piper couldnt help but smile as well.They both looked at Liam, too and he laughed at their expression."So, we have two things to celebrate when we

Ivy could not believe her ears. She didn't expect a confession from David, and her eyes were clearly widened in shock."Oh! I didn't mean liking you as in wanting to be in a relationship with you."David chuckled."I meant I like your personality."He added, with a smile."Oh. Yeah, sure. I mean ... Thank you."Ivy said, trying to shake off the embarrassment of misunderstanding what he meant.Both David and Ivy, talked a bit more, until it was time to go home. He escorted Ivy, to a street, near her house as she didn't allow him, escort her home. ~The next day, Bethany showed up at work, and they cooked varieties of food and as usual, customers strolled in, with happy faces, and left with a satisfied expression."Good work, Ivy."Bethany complimented her."Thank you. By the way, I hope things have been going well with you?"Ivy asked, pushing behind her fears."Yeah, why'd you ask?" "You haven't been acting like yourself, lately. I'm just concerned."Ivy replied as she fiddled with her f

Bethany was home, cooking her meal in joy. She was happy with the way things were, between her and Stefan. Although, the only thing that didnt seem perfect was the fact that they had not gotten married yet.~Flashback~"So, when are we getting married, honey? You know I have waited long enough." Bethany said, wearing a worried expression on her face."I understand you, Bethany. But as you know, my memory is totally not back yet, and that is one thing I must achieve, before anything else." He said, with a sigh.~Back to reality~They had fought a lot over the issue, but Bethany wasnt ready to leave him, so she kept waiting. Then she got a call, and picked it."Yes. When the time is right, well strike." She said, with a smile, and hung the call.~Ivys eyes widened in shock with the gunshot. But to her relief, he wasnt the one who was shot. It was the man who wanted to molest her. "Run!" Alexander shouted as he held her hand.It seemed he had spotted the person who shot at them. They h