All Chapters of Second Life: Her Husband's Mine Now: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

My mother appeared pleased with my sensible demeanor. A faint smile tugged at the corners of her lips, and her voice softened."Don't worry. If Xavier ever mistreats you, I'll be the first to defend you."I returned a smile.Deep down, I knew her words were merely for show. Beneath that facade, she was cold and distant.If I were truly harmed, she would merely observe in silence and not lift a finger.When Alice found out I was going to marry Xavier, she smiled and gave her blessing."Congrats! You've landed a good man who's both handsome and responsible."I raised an eyebrow. "Then, why didn't you marry him?"After a moment's hesitation, she whispered, "That's because I fell in love with someone else."I sneered, and a shadow clouded my eyes. "Really? To be frank, I don't believe in love at first sight."Alice's body tensed. She stared at me in shock. Her words were caught in her throat.With a solemn look, I added, "I hope you never come to regret the choice you've made to

I was well aware of John's low sperm count. As his partner, Alice would likely struggle to conceive naturally. There was no chance she'd be pregnant anytime soon.In my past life, I had foolishly believed natural conception was possible for me. Unfortunately, fate had dealt me a harsh slap in the face.Still, the hope flickering in Alice's eyes made me hesitate. I decided to keep the truth to myself.Noticing my calm, detached demeanor, her carefully guarded composure started to falter.She leaned in close, and her breath was warm against my ear. "I'm sorry, Eleanor, but you'll never beat me in this life."Since she wasn't hiding the fact that she'd been reborn, I saw no reason to pretend either.My eyes narrowed as I shot back, "And what makes you so certain of that?"A cold gleam sparked in Alice's gaze. Her tone was saturated with arrogance. "Sadly, you've bound yourself to that good‑for‑nothing man. The day I bear a child, you will be cast to the very depths of society for t

Without a word, John stormed out onto the balcony. He held the baby high above his head, as if ready to throw him down."If you don't tell me the truth, I swear I'll drop him!" he warned.My mother and I both went pale at the sight.Falling to her knees, she pleaded, "No! Please, let's talk this through calmly. The child is yours. I'm sure this is just a misunderstanding.""I didn't betray you! He's truly your child, John! Please, believe me!" Alice chimed in. Her voice was breaking with anguish.John's face remained unreadable. His gaze stayed fixed on the baby. He seemed lost in thought.Alice approached cautiously, reaching out to take the child. "John, I love you," she murmured.Sensing her approach, John took a step back. "Shut up! I don't believe a single word you say," he snapped.As his grip gave way, the baby slipped from his hands.I lunged forward without thinking, desperate to catch him. But it was already too late.Helpless, I could only watch as the baby plunged

Noting my silence, Alice broke down. Her sobs were growing louder."I thought that once the baby was born, John would finally treat me better," she choked out. "But I was wrong. Now that our child is disqualified from the inheritance, he torments me in every way imaginable."She wept bitterly. Every word was a cry of anguish."Please, help me. I can't go on like this. The pain is unbearable."I pressed my lips tightly and held her gaze. "And just how do you want me to help you?" I asked.Alice's gaze darkened as it settled on my abdomen. "It's simple. Just don't go through with having your baby," she whispered. Her voice was laden with anticipation.My heart dropped. I glared at her as anger churned beneath my skin."You're honestly delusional, Alice. This is my child we're talking about. How could you possibly think I'd go through with an abortion because of you?"Consumed by rage, I didn't hesitate to call her out for her selfishness and cruelty."In our past life, you took

My instincts screamed that something was wrong. I set the bowl of chicken soup down and looked at my mother.Raising an eyebrow, I asked, "Mom, I've always wanted to know… When it comes to Alice and me, do you love us both the same?"She hesitated for a beat before plastering on a smile. "Of course," she said.My dark eyes never wavered from her face, carefully tracing every flicker of hesitation and helplessness.With a knowing smile, I said sharply, "But the one you love most is still Alice, isn't it?"My mother frowned, and her voice rose defensively. "You're both my daughters. I love you both the same."Still, I didn't believe her. Her years of favoritism had left a wound too deep to forget.After I died in my past life, my mother never once came to see me. She even refused to let me be buried alongside the rest of the family.Drawing in a steady breath, I asked bluntly, "What did you put in this soup?"Her eyes widened, and panic flickered across her face."N-nothing," s