Lahat ng Kabanata ng Dear Ex, I Am Not Your Backup Anymore : Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 5

Ellie’s P.O.V.The first whisper didn’t reach me. It brushed past me like wind, lost under the music and scent of the roses in the hall. But the second whisper lingered, and then the third one… grew teeth.“…did you see that?”“…is that really her?”“…play it again.”My fingers tightened around the bouquet, petals trembling under my grip. I told myself. “Calm down, Ellie. Weddings are overwhelming. People talk. It’s normal.”Even so, this didn’t feel normal.The aisle stretched in front of me, lined with golden arches and white lilies. My gaze fell on Jared, standing tall at the altar, dressed in a flawless black suit. But he wasn’t looking at me either. He was engrossed in his phone just like everyone else. A chill crept up my spine as I stepped forward, nearly stumbling over the hem of my gown.I forced the question out, my voice barely carrying over the rising murmurs.“What’s going on?”Jared didn’t answer immediately. He looked up as I reached the altar, and for one foolis

Ellie’s P.O.V.Standing at the massive entrance, the tall oakwood doors opened before I could touch them. A white-haired man stood there inside, straight-backed despite the years etched on his face.His expressions were neutral, professional to the point of indifference.“The young madam has arrived,” he spoke steadily. Behind him, a woman stepped forward, equally composed, her gray hair tied neatly at the back. “Please come with me.”I nodded and followed her silently. The mansion looked even larger from inside. Cold marble floor, high ceilings, soft lighting that failed to reach the corners.Everything was immaculate and distant.Servants in uniform stood along the hallways, their gazes sharp as we passed, standing still like statues. I lowered my gaze, my steps echoing loudly in the quietness. “This will be your room,” the maid said abruptly, stopping in front of a door.She didn’t even wait for my response and opened the door, walking forward. “You should freshen up first,” sh

Ellie’s P.O.V.OBGYN?But why?That question struck me like a blow to my gut. I couldn’t grasp the reason behind this sudden visit to a gynecologist so soon. As the rest of their conversation was inaudible, I stepped back from the corridor, leaving without voicing the questions that gnawed on my mind. Even if I asked them now, it would cause an unnecessary scene. So, it was better to just focus on my present world right now. I returned to that waiting area and sat there, Mr. Charles still busy on the call at some distance. However, the word OBGYN still echoed in my mind, settling into something I couldn’t ignore. My fingers tightened around the strap of my bag. ‘This isn’t right. It can’t be a coincidence.’Deep in my thoughts, I didn’t pay attention to the steady footsteps approaching me. I almost flinched when a familiar voice echoed.“I didn’t expect to see you here, Ellie.”My head snapped up. Alice stood a few steps away, a hint of surprise evident on her perfect face. Jar