บททั้งหมดของ My Stepbrother Substitute Bride: บทที่ 1 - บทที่ 10

Chapter One: Shattered Illusions

"This must be a nightmare."The two red lines on the fifth pregnancy test kit stared back at Ivory. Tears blurred her eyes as they made a consistent trip down her chin.Her grip on the kit was tight. She couldn't fathom what was happening to her.Axel only ever had sex with her on the third and fifth of every month, and he never forgot something as important as a condom.How did this happen?A visit to a hospital would do her good right now, but…The sound of their room door opening dragged her out of her reverie. With a swiftness she had never had before, all five pregnancy kits were deep inside her pants pocket.She wipes off her tears softly. There was no way she would let him find out, not with the way he had been acting recently.Her feet carried her into their room where a tired Axel stood, maroon hair tousled. His tie was loosened, and the bridge between his brows was pressed together."Yo…" She cleared her throat. "You are back." Only then did he notice her. Ever the observant

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Chapter Two: The Breaking Point

"Are you okay?"That was the first word Axel ever said to Ivory. He was as impeccably dressed as ever. Even in college, his sharp jawline and deep eyes made him the hottest catch in town.Then his background.The Riggs were a generation of billionaires, with each generation surpassing the other.Even then, she was well aware that they were far apart.But that day, when he saved her from killing herself, her heart started beating for him. Axel Riggs gave her the will to continue this destitute life.But now he was taking it, as well as their baby's."She's bleeding too much. We will need a transfusion."She could feel herself moving at a fast pace. The sound of wheels and the blinding lights stung her eyes whenever they flickered into consciousness.A familiar scent filled her nose. She couldn't help but wrinkle it. Memories made her eyes sting with tears.Daddy had spent his last days here.He was the last person in her life, but she lost him. The tears rolled down her side and fell o

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Chapter Three: Betrayal's Cruellest Form

"Oh, who is this cutie?"Shaw was always around Axel. They were friends since high school, and they were in the same family group.Shaw was always fond of Ivory, and he was more of a friend than any girl she had ever met. But now, the amusement in his eyes no longer made her smile.Instead, they chilled her to the bone.For a moment, she wondered who this Shaw in front of her was. Had he always been this cruel? Or did she just never see it?She didn't want to die, and neither was she ready to lose her baby.But she had no other choice, so she nodded. Shaw seemed pleased. He lifted his hand and brushed it against her cheek. The cold touch made her whimper.A doctor walked forward, needle in hand. She tensed, fighting the straps binding her hands and legs. "Please stop them, Shaw, Axel!" She struggled with all her might.Nothing happened.Shaw stood and watched, brows furrowed.The doctor was on her now, ready to administer the drug. The door burst open.A stream of light flooded her ey

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Chapter Four: Ghosts of the Past

Five years later.The wind was soft on Ivory's skin. Blurry figures moved around her, and for a second, she was almost sucked into the memories of her past.When she was still a secretary, of when she was still vulnerable."Mom! Mom!!"A little girl of no younger than four years old ran through the crowds, her two ponytails swinging. Behind her, another girl ran.It was when they got closer that Ivory noticed the first girl had a bright smile on her face, and her maroon strands fell behind her in waves."Don't run." A concerned voice sounded behind them, as a woman with grey hair tried to catch up.Ivory's heart leaped in her chest, and she quickly let go of her traveling bag and bent down to hug them.The moment they crashed into her arms, she tightened her hold, eyes closed as she breathed in their scent. "I missed you," she cooed, pulling away from the hug.Esme flashed her a bright smile, while Elona held her hand shyly. "We missed you too, Mum," Esme exclaimed, her voice loud des

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Chapter Five: Collision of Worlds

"Have you been taking your medicine?"Mother's worried voice startled Ivory. She flinched, only regaining her thoughts when she saw her worried face. "Ivory, are you okay?"She didn't meet her gaze. "I-I am fine, just a little tired from the flight."She didn't look convinced. Mother went to the refrigerator and brought out a glass of water. Ivory reckoned she must have followed her after noticing her shakiness."I am not having another episode," she grumbled as Mother handed her the water."You look worse than that. Did you get hit by a trailer or were you mauled by a dying carcass?" Her brows puckered. "You look very ugly.""Mother!" Ivory chided, quickly bringing out the mirror to check her face. Her heart was beating loudly from anxiety. Did she get uglier?"Relax, I am just saying that your expression looks ugly. My precious is the most beautiful woman in all of America."Despite her reassurance, Ivory still quickly checked herself in the mirror. Her face was entirely different t

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My worst nightmare

“Ivory…” her mother called, her voice edged with quiet displeasure. Ivory turned slowly, her gaze lifting to meet his. For a moment, the world stilled. His eyes confused, searching locked onto hers as if trying to pull a memory from her soul. There was something unsettling about the way he looked at her. Not just recognitions but something deeper. Something broken. “It’s okay… I’m sorry, Miss Ivory, for my behavior,” he said, his voice low, controlled but strained beneath the surface. Ivory said nothing. Her fingers curled slightly at her sides. Maybe… she wasn’t the person he thought she was. Or maybe it was a double gangger Or He was seeing a ghost. Because whoever this “Irony” was to him… she clearly wasn’t someone who would slap him. The irony he knows would have hug him instead. Maybe… his Ivory is dead. “I mistook you for someone else,” he added, clearing his throat as if trying to erase the tension between them. Ivory only stared at him, her expression

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Daddy

“Uhm… I...” she stammered, her voice failing her. Her throat felt tight. “I wasn’t staring,” she added quickly, though the words came out softer than she intended. Axel didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he took a slow step closer. The air shifted. Her heartbeat quickened. “What exactly were you looking at, then?” he asked, his voice low, almost dangerous. She opened her mouth to reply.... But before she could say anything “Mommy!” A small voice broke the tension. Both of them turned instantly. Esme came running into view, her little face dull . “…Daddy!” The word hung in the air like a shockwave. Ivory froze While Axel stiffened For a split second No one moved. Then both adults coughed awkwardly, stepping away from each other. Ivory quickly bent down, pulling Esme into her arms. “No, sweetheart,” she said gently, forcing a smile. “He’s not your dad…” Her voice softened. “He’s going to be your… uncle.” Esme blinked, confused. “But Daddy...” “Daddy

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The father they never knew

Axel stood there, hand in his pocket, his gaze sharp, unreadable.Irony’s eyes met his, a flicker of tension passing between them.“Dad…” Esme’s voice rang out again, small but determined. She ran toward him.Irony clutched her shirt tightly, managing to escape just enough to step forward.“Come back here, .esme” she started, but Esme didn’t listen.The little girl ran full speed and leapt into Axel’s arms, wrapping herself around his leg, her face buried against his knee.“Daddy…” she whispered.“She is not your daddy,” Irony said quickly, her voice firm.Axel bent down, squatting to Esme’s height, and lifted her gently into a hug. His hands were strong yet comforting, holding her as if he had been meant to protect her all along.“Daddy…” Esme repeated, her voice soft but pleading.He ran his fingers through her hair, brushing her back with tender patience. Irony watched, feeling a strange mix of anger, awe, and something she didn’t dare name.Esme lifted her head, her small eyes gli

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The Bride He Couldn't Recognize

He froze. Is she… my Irony? he whispered under his breath. His jaw tightened.Why is she pretending not to be my wife?Memories flooded his mindThe way she slapped him so hard when he hugged her…The way she pushed him away whenever he tried to get close.His chest tightened.Did I hurt her that much?.He didn’t know. He never knew.But now, He finally understood something.His lover…Had died. And now she was back. But not the same.She came back with a different motive. His eyes darkened.Does she think I would hurt our children?His fists clenched.He wished he could get into her mind Read her thoughts and understand her.Slowly, he stood up and walked toward the bathroom.He pulled the black towel from his body, revealing his strong, sculpted frame.Then stepped into the tub. The water ran over him as he soaked himself completely...Until he had to gasp for air.“You both should take care, okay? I love you…” Irony said softly before ending the call.She turned around Axel

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The truth he refused to let go

“You’re my wife… aren’t you?” Axel said again, his voice lower this time.Irony slowly turned to face him.Her expression was cold.“You must be either drunk or mad because..”“You’re not… Ivory Riggs?” he cut in.She let out a small laugh.“Ivory Riggs?” she repeated, amused. “You must be joking. Like I said, I know nothing about you. You’re just my co-CEO.”“Co-CEO?” His brows furrowed. “What about our contract marriage? What about our kids?”She laughed harder this time.Sharp Almost mocking.Kids he plan to kill!!...kid he Abaddon “Our kids?” she said. “You really are funny. Ha ha ha”Axel stared at her, confusion flickering across his face.Did I get it wrong…?This is irony This is my wife!.“No,” she continued, her voice turning colder. “Maybe I look like your dead wife or whatever, but I’m not her. And trust me…”Her eyes met his, filled with quiet fire.“I could never be your wife.”Axel’s jaw tightened.She’s lying…Or worse..She’s hiding and pretending.“Then I’ll do a

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