A Woman's Worth Book Novels & Stories

"A person's value does not depend on whether they can have children." The words came easily. Because I meant every one of them. "It depends on their character." "Their morals." "Their kindness." "Their integrity." "The support they give their loved ones." "The person they choose to be." I thought about Jason. About the man who sat with me through hospital stays. The man who protected children who weren't biologically his. The man who spent years helping people who would never know his name. "A person is not worth less because they cannot have children."

“I was once told that my dreams were too big, that my ambitions were too grand. I was once told that a woman like me, a woman with my background, was meant for a smaller life. I was once told that I was a burden, a liability, a weakness. And for a long time, I believed it. For a long time, I lived in the shadows, a woman who was too afraid to fly. But then, I was given a choice. I was forced to face the truth. And the truth was, my worth was not determined by my past. My self-worth was not determined by a man, by a family, or by an empire. My self-worth was determined by me.” The room was silent, a sea of faces listening with rapt attention. Isabelle’s voice was a whisper now, a raw, emotion

And Enoch on the other hand, practically worshiped the ground I walked on! Even when he was short on funds, he bought me flowers. And jewelry and designer dresses with the tag: For loving me without reserve. And honestly, it felt absolutely wonderful. Every single time they pampered me, one thought kept repeating itself in my head. This Exhibit was my one way ticket to deal with Jasmine! After I get all those connections with those influential CEOs, I'm going to deal with her! Because unlike her, I understood something important. Love wasn't enough. Power was. And that, she didn't have.

Elizabeth said pointedly, "Hmph, character and talent? Don't be naive, Alicia. In this world, beauty and body are a woman's most valuable capital. Do you think Edward really cares about your pathetic talent?" Alicia's eyes became sharp, "Aunt Elizabeth, your words make me feel very sorry. A woman's worth is never limited to her appearance and body. I am proud of my intelligence, courage and tenacity, qualities that no material condition can cover or replace. If you believe that a woman can only achieve success by selling her body, then I can only say that you are insulting all women, including yourself." Maria and Elizabeth were too shocked by Alicia's words to speak. Alicia continued:

“No, Max. Let him finish.” She faced the reporter head-on, spine straight. “You want a headline? Here it is: a woman’s worth isn’t measured by her womb. And if you think it is, you’re not just cruel—you’re outdated and no I’m not barren.” The crowd erupted into applause. Maxwell pulled her close. Kissed her temple. I clenched my fists. They were stronger than before. But the cracks were there. And now… the world had noticed. Let the games continue.

He would always bring her to the edge of passing out, but if she succumbed, he would wake her up and start all over again. "I couldn't help myself, so I started helping the other girls. He wouldn't touch them. They were just profit for him. He would either sell them for the night or sell them to the highest bidder like I had been sold. I felt bad for all the girls that came in and often spent time trying to reassure them. They never lasted long before they were dragged to their own nightmare." Doriane felt Levi's finger caress her chin. She was shocked at first before she remembered that he was in the room the entire time her dark thoughts reminisced her darkest times.

If you’re worth nothing, they wouldn’t even remember you in the first place. The bitter, harsh truth he had to put up with, but he was happy to know that even if he’s in this situation, he still finds the motivation to go on further, and that, is Carmilla Rosette’. The only woman who dares put her tongue out mockingly his way, the only woman who dares reject him so openly, the only woman who dares make him feel like… He’s something more valuable than a measly heir of a gigantic industry. Like as if he is not worth based by what he can give materially, rather, he’s worth with what he could give metaphorically in emotions, the feeling of love, care, and consideration.

She could do more than just mere glaring. Donald ticked his tongue as soon as he read the warning in her eyes. “Stop being stubborn for your own good, Vintah. You can never make it to the top if you don't associate yourself with someone who could give you immense support. Look at those big stars and prominent models now. Do you think they’d be famous if they did not put their beauty and body to good use? Come on now. Besides, you have nothing to worry about. I promise you, I am worth the risk. I am not stingy when it comes to you. I can give you whatever that's beneficial for you if you accept my proposal.” He proudly lifted his chin as he stated the last sentence.

Judging by the woman's demeanor, Calla deduced that she had to be Wanda. The next moment, Wanda walked up to Calla, and Faith stepped forward to push Natasha aside, who had been supporting Calla. Wanda cornered Calla, pointing at her face. "I've seen too many women like you who try to climb the social ladder by seducing wealthy, successful men. But do you even realize your own worth? Apart from a somewhat youthful appearance, what else do you have? You're utterly superficial!" Calla couldn't hear anything Wanda was saying. She opened her mouth and shouted, "You have no right to hit me, no matter what your reason is!"

She said that recognizing the pattern was the beginning and not the whole solution, that leaving was often the hardest part and required more resources than many women had, and that the structures that trapped brilliant women in diminishing circumstances were real and systemic and not just personal failures. But she said that the personal decision mattered. That calculating your own worth accurately, applying the correct algorithm, was necessary and possible and the foundation of everything else. She closed by saying that the algorithm she used now was simple. It had one primary rule: evidence from your own capabilities weighs more than assessment from people who benefit from undervaluing yo