All Chapters of Asher's chosen bride : Chapter 21 - Chapter 25

She turned around, her arms crossed over her chest. She was shocked as the person barged inside the room "Sorry about barging in like that," Elizabeth said with a scorn on her face. She ordered the maid helping Ivana to leave the room.She closed the door behind her, her expression was cold. "I just want to speak with you privately."Ivana just wrapped her gown around her shoulders, and said. "This isn't the right time to talk to Mrs Harrington. As you can see your daughter ruined my dress. What do you have to say?" Ivana asked her abruptly.“Oh really, that's not too bad.” Elizabeth smirked at her, unconcerned about what Ava did.“I just want to tell you that Ava belongs to Asher. Let's not play games here. We both know this marriage is a business arrangement. How much would it take for you to walk away?"Ivana's eyes widened in surprise. "Excuse me ma'am?" “My daughter had been arranged to be a Jackson since childhood. She won't make the mistake of letting another woman snatch h

After introducing them to the audience, Asher helped her to sit down properly on the golden chair. "I wish your grandfather was here to witness this happy moment," Gloria spoke softly, her voice echoed across the silent ballroom as she wiped away the tear that slid down her wrinkled cheek. Her eyes held some memories of her husband who had improved the growth of the empire from little, and dreamed of seeing his legacy continue. "Everyone, I have an announcement to make here. I would like you all to listen attentively," Gloria declared. The serious expression on her face commanded instant respect. The grand ballroom fell into deep silence. Every eye in the room focused on the matriarch of the Jackson family. "Thank you all for attending my 80th birthday celebration, I appreciate you all." Gloria said, her eyes watery. "Tonight is not just about marking another year of my life, but about securing the future of our family legacy. I hereby announce on this special day that Ashe

Kimberly, Flora's daughter, had been moving in the shadows of the mansion's hallways, positioning herself near Gloria's bedroom door. Her heartbeat increased, she was curious and jealous of the intimate conversation between Asher and Ivana.When she heard their discussion about having children and how Gloria's wishes for great-grandchildren, her blood was hot. She left there silently, finding her mother Flora in the family garden."Mom, I just saw Asher and Ivana talking about having children together," Kimberly said, her voice trembling. “I wonder if I will ever have a chance to climb high and attain the position of matriarch now?" She said, pacing around and biting her nails.Flora saw how Kimberly was distressed over the issue, so she reassured her. "Don't let us lose hope, my dear daughter," she said, patting her shoulder. "We will have more time in the future to deal with that lowlife. You are still one of the best candidates for that position."The truth was, Kimberly had n