Olivia was taken aback by the turn of events. Darls Collymore had earned a reputation for being ruthless and cutthroat when it came to business. He was feared and respected by almost everyone.
Previously residing in England, Darls returned to Mexico City two years ago and revived Darls' Enterprise, a company that was on the verge of bankruptcy.He swiftly acquired various small companies, expanding his business empire and posing a threat to Mike's own ventures.The rivalry between Darls and Mike was well-known, but Olivia never expected Darls to display such a caring and genuine side.Taking in the unexpected kindness of Darls, Olivia reached out for the cup of water, only to be halted by a sharp pain in her belly."Ouch!" she winced, the pain intensifying and interrupting her movements.Concerned, Darls hurried to her side. "Be careful; you have to rest for a few days before getting discharged. Also, where's your husband? He should be with you at such a critical period," he asked, his gaze fixed upon Olivia.Confusion flooded her mind as she tried to comprehend his words. Critical period? What did he mean by that?Before she could voice her question, the door of the ward swung open, and a group of medical personnel entered."Hi, good evening, Mrs..." the doctor trailed off, his brows raised in uncertainty.Realizing that he had no knowledge of her name, Olivia mustered a small, fake smile and replied, "Olivia Anderson…""Oh! Mrs. Olivia Anderson, how do you feel right now? Are your visions blurry? Do you feel any pain?" the doctor inquired, then turned to a nurse who had brought a pen and record book, prepared to take notes.Olivia's vision had cleared since she first woke up, and she laid her gaze upon the doctor before her.Confusion twisted in her gut, and she had to ask the question that had been weighing on her mind ever since Darls Collymore mentioned the critical period."My vision was blurry earlier when I woke up, but I'm seeing properly now. Also, my stomach hurts whenever I try to move. Doctor, how's my baby doing?" Olivia inquired, her voice filled with worry.The doctor exchanged glances with the handsome CEO standing beside Olivia, his hands tucked into his pants pocket. With a regretful shake of his head, the doctor delivered the news that shattered Olivia's heart."I'm sorry to announce that the baby is no more. It was already a miracle that you survived the incident. If you had been brought here any second later, we would have lost you as well," The doctor revealed, his tone heavy with sorrow.Olivia felt her heart stop as the crushing weight settled upon her chest. Her baby, gone. But how? How could her baby be no more?The shock and disbelief echoed through her words as she shrieked, clutching the bed sheets tightly and cradling her stomach, despite the pain it caused."What are you talking about? My baby was fine just yesterday. He was okay. Why would you say he's no more? How dare you?" she cried out in anguish.The nurse who had been quietly observing chimed in."Ma'am, you have been in a coma for the past four days,"She softly explained. Olivia's mind spun as the reality sank in."I've been in a coma for the past four days?" Olivia questioned, her voice filled with astonishment and shock. The nurse simply nodded, affirming the truth.A flood of questions overwhelmed Olivia's mind. Why hadn't Mike contacted her or searched for her during those four days? What about her parents and in-laws? Why hadn't they looked for her or the baby?Her thoughts wandered back to the confrontation she had with Mike, her tears streaming down her face. He had taken her baby away. He had killed their child.Sobbing uncontrollably, Olivia struggled to catch her breath. Her asthma flared up as she gasped for air, fighting against the pain she had endured. But the memories were relentless, refusing to retreat.The ward grew chaotic as doctors and nurses hurried to gather the necessary supplies for Olivia's treatment.But she felt a profound sense of despair. She no longer wanted to live. Death seemed like the only option. Her baby was gone, and she wanted to join him in the afterworld.Amongst the commotion, Olivia could hear the doctors urging her to think positively, but there was no positivity left to cling to. What was there to hold on to?Nothing. She despised Mike for taking her baby's life, and her parents and in-laws hadn't even bothered to reach out to her.Whose life could be more wretched than hers? No one could understand the agony that consumed her.The dreams she had of becoming a successful businesswoman, admired by younger generations and recognized in the business world, had all crumbled when she married Mike.She had been forced to live in his shadow, enduring his disrespect, cruelty, and hateful words, all while hoping to find a way into his heart. But reality had dealt her a bitter blow.He had taken her baby's life. Her life. And now, he wanted her gone. She wanted to die.As Olivia contemplated her fate, she heard the doctor's voice, urging her to hold on.But she refused to listen, determined to take control. However, before she could voice her protest, a sharp object pierced her arm. The world around her faded, and she succumbed to darkness once moreOlivia stood before the imposing golden gate, gazing at the grand estate that lay beyond.Two bags, containing her belongings, sat at her side, and she clutched a folder tightly in her hands.The placard on the gate proudly declared 'Darls' Mansion' in bold letters. She had been offered the opportunity to stay here until she regained her strength and was capable of living independently.Conflicting emotions swirled inside Olivia as she contemplated her circumstances.She struggled to find the right words to express her feelings. She couldn't decide whether to appreciate or chastise the individual responsible for her current situation. Although she resented being alive, as she felt like an empty vessel, a faint sense of happiness lingered deep within her.She was grateful that someone in this world recognized her potential and saw her dreams as valuable."Welcome, ma'am. Please come in. I'll take your bags," A man dressed in black offered politely, stepping forward to assist with her luggage.Attempting to dismiss him with a smile, Olivia found herself a step too slow. The man swiftly approached her and took hold of her bags, beginning to walk away.Her inner voice broke through the silence as she mumbled, "Wow, it's astonishing. An outsider trusts me with his gold-plated mansion, yet my own family fails to do so. How pitiful of you, Olivia."Suddenly, her thoughts traveled back to a week ago when she first regained consciousness.As she opened her eyes, she was met with contemptuous glares from the Anderson couple. Olivia was stunned, surveying her surroundings in surprise.Her parents had come to visit her, but they were not alone. Mike and his parents were also present.However, something felt amiss. Why were they regarding her with such disdain, as though she were a repulsive creature?"Mom, Dad," Olivia muttered weakly, seeking connection. However, instead of a loving response, her father huffed and snorted.Impatiently, he lashed out, his voice booming, "Ooh, I was growing impatient. It's good that you're finally awake. Tell us, Livia, did we raise you to become like this? Since when did you become a slut?"The loudness of his outburst was deafening to Olivia's ears, leaving her momentarily stunned."Dad!" Olivia's voice snapped, despite the pain coursing through her body.Weakness may have consumed her physical form, but her perception remained intact. She fully understood the weight and implications of t
"Are you happy now? You've ruined our entire lives; you must be over the moon," he yelled, causing Olivia to shiver in fright because she had never seen her father so angry before."Dad, why would you say such a thing? I didn't ruin anyone's life. It was my life that was ruined. He killed our baby.He killed my baby. He is a murderer, and you both are letting him go, Scott-free,"Olivia yelled, tears streaming down her face. But all she got in return was a scoff from her parents."If the baby is dead, then let it die! How dare a bitch like you blame Mike? Do you even know who he is? He doesn't want the baby, so it's only best for the baby to die," her dad responded, snarling at her.Olivia's eyes widened, shock coursing through her as if she had been struck by electricity.Her stomach churned as she struggled to comprehend what her dad had just said, clutching tightly to her Tommy.She couldn't believe her own father would utter such words. The baby was going to be his first grandchild
'Oh, lord'I exclaimed inwardly. This guy looks way too handsome for my system to contain.I looked away, staring at the space as I gulped at nothing while hugging tightly onto the folder I was carrying."I'm not a bit affected by them anymore; it's already in the past," I muttered, but he just chuckled in return."We can lie to others, but never to ourselves," he replied, and then took a large stride to the biggest chair in the living room.He took his seat, and a maid walked up to him with a glass of red wine.Darls Collymore, Accepted the glass and then twirled it with his gaze, never leaving my body, which made me nervous."Your room..." he began but paused as if something suddenly struck him."Where do you want to live?" Darls asked out of the blue, and I was stunned.Wasn't this his mansion? Why was he asking for my opinion? What if I say his bedroom?Hahaha, is he going to let me lodge there?My thoughts were crazy, and I know. But I can't help what's running through my mind.D
The maids led me down the elevator towards the sparkling, luxurious car that was parked right in front of the mansion.Titania stepped forward and pulled the door open, and I quietly and calmly boarded the car.Inside the car, it was cool and refreshing, with the scent of lemon and tangerine wafting through my nostrils.I placed my back on the backrest of the car seat as it zoomed off. Only then did I notice the handsome bachelor—no, not a bachelor again?sitting on the other side with a gold-rimmed glass placed on his nose bridge as he focused his attention on the laptop he was working on.Holly Molly, this guy was going to make me doubt my taste in men. An unproficient, broken-hearted lady like me shouldn't yearn for a guy's compliments, right?But the exact opposite seems to be happening to me.Why was I waiting for him to turn around and give me some honest compliments?I looked away as I couldn't bear to make a fool out of myself by drooling over the handsome dude beside me.If h
Mike's POVThe crowd erupted, and I knew it was 'him' who had appeared. Darls Collymore, my biggest opponentI pulled Natasha Matinez, my current girlfriend, by her waist and strutted my way inside the venue. I had no time to pay attention to the life of a loser like Darls Collymore. I'm confident that soon I'll be destroying the little he managed to accumulate over the past few years. Natasha Matinez was a previous fling of mine. She was supposed to be one of the ladies who I'd used and tossed. But along the way, I discovered her hidden potential and power. As a well-known supermodel and the sole heir to her father's cooperation, I needed her by my side."All of you, I'd like to introduce you to someone precious to me. The lady in my heart, meet Olivia Darls Collymore, my wife." Darls Collymore announced.
Darls' POVA light kiss on the forehead wasn't going to matter much to her. And so is it. I placed a gentle kiss on the crown of her head and she blushed. The media presenters were in awe and filled with surprises. I held onto her thin waist as they clicked pictures. We went through different poses, and finally, seeing that it was all done and there was no need to entertain them anymore,I held onto my wife as we strutted inside the moderately lit hotel. I slowed down my pace, knowing fully well that my lady could be clumsy at any moment.Getting towards the hall for the banquet, I felt her tighten her grip on my hand, and I gave her a small but reassuring pat on the back of her palm. I reassured her; I wouldn't be letting her off to her ex to bully. It's funny how I finally met her but in the worst condition. It hurts to see someone you've al
Darls' POVNo one said a single word until I heard the whisper of the lady in my arm. "But that wasn't in the deal." I chuckled lightly. "Remember to always read the terms and conditions in a contract before signing them. You never know what might be hidden." I whispered, and she made puppy-like eyes that were filled with perplexity, and I just let out a quick smile, and then, Someone lets out a gasp of horror. "Are you for real, CEO Darls? I mean, who the hell hands over their lifetime achievements to some random person whom he recently married? Do you trust her that much that you are not afraid of your well-to-do company going bankrupt?" A certain lady I have no interest in spoke up. Her expression held fury and displeasure as she glared at Olivia, Who seemed to have processed the announcement compl
Darls' POV"How dare you speak of that?" Olivia growled, punching me on the shoulder, and I chortle. She doesn't know how cute she is, looking so feisty. "We welcome you all once again to the fifth edition of the charity auction." The host announced it, and everyone applauded. The stage was cleared, and the first item for auction was displayed. It was a famous painting from ancient times. The portrayal of a pale white jadeite drawn in an oval form that's placed in a wooden bowl on the river According to the history of this certain painting, it took eight years to paint, and the particular artist who created this design, Had done it during the period when the North Americans suffered tragically. Jade was a precious stone for the Mesoamericans. And at that time, they had no choice but to give out their mineral resources for