11: Meet the Lucky Wife

“Go, Grandma! Go, Grandma!” The party guests cheered on Grandma Selene as Julien kept her on her feet, dancing to funky old-school music blasting through the speakers. The garden was beautifully decorated, with red and white roses climbing up trellises, the tables and chairs arranged in a wide circle, where Grandma Selena and Julien grooved in the middle. It was refreshing to see Julien back to his old self, swaying side-to-side with his grandmother, engaging her and making the day memorable with his rather incredible moves. From what I could remember, Julien was her first grandson and he was openly seen with the Sterling family, but I wondered why Alex was acknowledged as CEO of Sterling Biotech Group and not him. Was Julien a lovechild or did Jameson Sterling cheat after his marriage to Eleanor. . .the latter would explain Alex’s unfaithfulness to me. “What are you thinking about?” Alex brushed his lips behind my ears in a whisper and I hid the cupcake I’d been nibbling on

Last Updated : 2025-09-24

12: I Want a Divorce!

Marie’s hand stayed in the air for a full minute as I wasn’t much interested in her pleasantries, but the young lady was determined on getting a handshake. I finally shook her hand and her symmetrical smile widened, a cute dimple making an indent on her left cheek and a tinge of jealousy nipped at my heart. Alex’s ex-girlfriend and I shared no similarities; from the color of her hair, the shape of her face, and her overall physique—everything was different from mine. She was pretty, a soft and effortless aura, without the confidence of makeup and a thick foreign accent that sounded like a mix of French and German. But how come I’d never seen or heard of her before? Did Alex prefer women with accents or was I simply overthinking? Wait. . .Isabel Vega, his secretary had a subtle Spanish essence in her speech and appearance. There's no chance my husband would choose to settle down with someone who wasn't his type. I tossed my gaze around in search of Alex; I desperately nee

Last Updated : 2025-09-25

13: You’re Safe With Me

A resounding slap met my face, as Alex’s hand collided with my cheek, forcefully snapping my head to one side. Hot tears stung my waterline and a quiet sob broke from my lips as the slap burned its imprint to my skin. “What did you say?!" Alex wrapped his hands tightly around my arms, digging his nails into my flesh. “You want to leave me?!" He yelled, jerking me harshly to meet his eyes. “Alex, you're hurting me!” I cried, trying to pry my arms off his hold but my efforts were futile. “Who do you think you are to divorce me?!” He gripped the back of my head and pulled it back, demanding me to look at him. “Do you think you're special?!” “Alex, please. . .stop.” I winced, scratching on his fingers to release his twisting hold on my hair as my scalp throbbed in pain. "We made our vows, it's either over your dead body or mine!” Alex gripped my throat with his hands, suffocating the air out of my lungs. “A—A—Alex.” I gasped as he held my back against the rough wall, lifting

Last Updated : 2025-09-30

14: Stay Away From My Wife

I couldn’t return to Alex and pretend like everything was okay. I couldn’t share the same air, the same room, or even the same bed as him. Was I expected to apologize or keep demanding for a divorce that nearly got me killed? The thought made my throat tighten and I traced my fingers along my neck where Alex had strangled. “Amara, darling.” Grandma Selene called me over as I came through the foyer. She was seated on a couch and had changed out of her birthday dress—her presence a rescue for the storm brewing inside me. “Come play checkers with me, it’s been ages since I’ve had a worthy opponent.” She invited me with her soft, lilting voice. I forced a smile and smoothed my sweaty palms over my dress, thankful for the mild distraction. “Your hands are trembling, dear,” Grandma Selene noted softly as we arranged the pieces. “Just a little cold,” I said, keeping my eyes fixed on the board and she didn’t press further on it. She talked for a long while, telling me stories about

Last Updated : 2025-10-11

15: Can I Ask You Something?

The restaurant was the crown of the city’s fine dining scene. It was where notable food critics gave five-star reviews, where everyone talked about but could hardly get reservations. It normally took months to book a dinner here, but nothing was impossible for a Sterling whose name opened doors faster than money. The maître d’ bowed slightly when we arrived, his tone reverent as he led us to our table near the tall glass window overlooking the skyline. A soft piano melody drifted through the air, so faint it blended into the rhythm of hushed conversations and the occasional clink of silverware. The scent of truffle oil, wine, and freshly baked tarts lingered as each seat was occupied by the elite—men in dark suits, and women in eloquent dresses. I smoothed my suede dress as I sat down, the emerald green fabric catching the light of the golden chandelier. Alex looked effortlessly perfect across from me, his suit trimmed so precisely on him, it was almost sculptural. “Good

Last Updated : 2025-10-13

16: You Belong To Me!

I’d never seen Alexander Sterling so mortified in my entire life until tonight. He sat behind his huge mahogany desk with his sleeves rolled up, flipping through files with the intensity of someone trying to stop an empire from collapsing. His father, Jameson Sterling, paced the length of the office as he raked his hands through his neatly combed hair, his face ashen with stress. The glass wall muffled their voices but their lips rushed, the sharp tension pressing against the glass like steam. Jameson barked at his son and Alex snapped back, the panic evident in their eyes and for once, I saw the cracks in Alex’s control. A call diverted my attention and I quickly fished for my phone in my purse, glancing at the caller’s ID before accepting. “Hello, Sophia.” I pressed the phone to my ear and stepped out of the waiting area, into an empty hallway. “Babe, I’m so sorry I haven’t checked up on you in a while,” Her voice came soft but steady on the other end. “How have you been?”

Last Updated : 2025-10-16