Lahat ng Kabanata ng After Divorce, My Secretary Wife Becomes Rival Boss : Kabanata 71 - Kabanata 80

Charlotte's POV "Mummy, which one should I wear for the event?" Ivy asked with confusion written on her face as she held two pink dresses up."Uhmm, I think the one with a lot of glitters will be perfect for the occasion," I replied and she dropped the other dress and went to change into the one I picked. She had a school sleepover that day and as much as I would love to have that free night time to myself, I would miss her deeply. Ivy and I had never been apart since her birth. This would be the first time and if not that it was a compulsory activity, I wouldn't allow her to sleep out.Plus, she was so excited about it that I felt a little bit hurt."Are you ready?!" I asked with enthusiasm and she matched the vibe"Yes! I can't wait!" She jumped for joy.I dropped her off at school and got to the meeting with Mr. Marshal. I couldn't wait for the meeting to be over because of the way Drake stole glances at me throughout the meeting, I felt like his gaze was going to tear my skin at

Charlotte's POV I ran towards the entrance of the hotel and met Sawyer at the counter. My heart pounded against my rib cage and my vision was blurred by the haze.Sawyer excused himself and ran to me the moment he saw me."What's wrong?" He asked. It was so obvious that all was not wellI was in a state of panic, my hands shook and my legs felt wobbly like I was going to lose my balance and fall but I had to go see Ivy. Oh my God, my baby."Charlotte!" Sawyer's voice pulled me out of my haze and I stuttered for some seconds, held my breath as if to get myself together then replied. "Ivy's in the hospital, she collapsed." Hot tears burned behind my eyes and I cursed myself inwardly. I am Ivy's mother, I should be strong for her. Not cry like a helpless kid."We'll be back." Sawyer directed me to the receptionist who looked confused and pulled me out of there.He collected my phone from me and drove to the address that her teacher sent as a text message.No words were spoken, just s

Charlotte's POV I never thought I would be in this situation. Who would have thought so? The only one that gave me joy, strength, and the will to continue to push on and battle every obstacle in my way is lying down unconscious, beside me.It was uncertain what Ivy's case would be. She had been fine. Never had there been signs she was ill or lacked anything. She had been healthy all these years. She had been a lively child.Hearing that she had a rare blood illness was a shocker. I couldn't find peace in such chaos. I could not wait for the hospital to get this blood required cause according to the doctor there was little time left. Time was of the essence.I was glad people came out to help. I was bamboozled by the number of people who read the plea and came out to get tested for a match. I knew I was a little famous but I didn't know people would care this much."Miss Torres, don't worry. I am sure we will get the right blood needed for your daughter. There are many people here who

Drake's POV The phone buzzed in my hand, vibrating against my palm. I almost didn’t pick it up.Almost.But it was her name on the screen—Charlotte.After everything… she was calling me?I stared at the phone screen for a second, I didn't know what to expect. Throughout the past week, she had ignored every single message I sent. I hadn’t pushed too hard. I didn’t want to become that guy who couldn’t take a hint neither did I want to act creepy. Still, the silence had stung more than I cared to admit. And now… she was calling?I picked up on the third ring.“Charlotte?” I asked, my voice cautious, uncertain.There was a pause. I could hear her breathing. Shaky. Then—soft, almost too soft to catch—“I need your help.” She saidI blinked, and sat up straighter in my office chair. Charlotte wasn't one to ask for help or come off as broken. “What’s going on?”She paused again, longer this time. “It’s Ivy,” she said, and my stomach turned.“Ivy? What happened?” My voice dropped, tension c

Charlotte's POV Color slowly returned to Ivy's face and I knew that there was hope. It was far better than the days she spent waiting for a blood donor."...Alright, please take good care of her and contact me if you need help with anything." Drake's voice sounded from the hall. He was talking with the doctor and I was quick enough to meet up with him."Wait! I called after him and he turned around and waited when he saw me.I half ran to him. "I uhh, I want to thank you for today. Ivy will get better." I twisted my fingers behind my back like a little child guilty of something. Maybe I was guilty."Good. That's all that matters." She replied. His expression was straight.I wanted to say something else but the words stopped in my throat. What was wrong with me?"I see you have someone around." Drake nodded towards the hall where we waited with Sawyer some hours ago."Sawyer..." I breathed. "He's been helpful." I nodded as if I meant to convince him."I can see that," Drake replied