"Let go! Don't you have any manners treating me like a thief like this? I'm still your mistress!"Early in the morning, Julia caused a scene. She deliberately came to Edward's house and insisted on meeting him before heading to the office.For Julia, there were many things that needed clarification. Even if the final decision was to divorce, Julia didn't want to leave the house empty-handed."You can't come in, Ma'am." One of the security guards continued to block her, not allowing Julia to enter freely as before."You can't refuse me like this. I have the right to enter my own house." Julia shouted insistently."But, Mr. Edward has given orders not to let you in even for a moment."Julia shook her head immediately. Where was the need for all this formality?"No. That must be a mistake. I'm sure you're just making it up."Then, Julia tried to revolt. For the umpteenth time, she forced herself to break into the house she had been living in with Edward.But, before she could enter, the
"Edward... are you ready?"Just arriving at the office and sitting in his desk chair, Kairos was already seen approaching. The man entered the room and immediately invited Edward to leave."Does it have to be now? I just arrived at the office."Edward wanted to protest. But, on the other hand, he was curious about what Kairos would show him. For whatever reason, his friend was full of secrets and mysteries. It would be a shame if he missed out."But, you're not busy today, are you?"Edward nodded. Luckily, there were no work deadlines today."No, I'm not. But, if I knew I would be picked up this early, why bother coming to work. I might as well just take the day off."Kairos laughed. He knew Edward must be annoyed. His friend didn't like being taken somewhere without a clear reason."Come on. No need to complain too much. But, by the way, did you have breakfast?""What's that got to do with anything? Are you treating me to breakfast?"Kairos shook his head."No.""Then?""Need more en
Upon receiving the significant news conveyed by Samuel and Kairos, Edward fell silent instantly. Suddenly, he was rendered speechless, running out of words. He was torn between shock, disbelief, wondering whether what was told to him was a joke or indeed a fact."You must be joking. This can't be happening."Edward shook his head, trying to deny the reality just presented to him.How could he not be surprised? Just imagine, he had just found out that Bella had been pregnant all this time from their relationship. He couldn't believe he hadn't realized it until now."This is impossible, Sam. How could Bella be carrying my child? This must be a mistake.""You're such an idiot!"Kairos snapped angrily. The man cursed in frustration at Edward's displayed stupidity."You're asking 'how could all this happen' to both of us? This kind of question should be asked by me or Samuel. Besides, don't forget, Edward Darkwood, you've bedded Bella countless times. You've taken advantage of her presence
Regret and guilt continue to haunt Edward. Swearing by anything, if only he had known all this time that Bella was pregnant from their relationship, he would have tried to take responsibility.Unfortunately, in their last meeting, Edward got into a heated argument instead. Instead of defending and listening to what Bella had to say, he accused the beautiful woman of spreading rumors about Julia's affair.No wonder Bella insisted he choose and marry her quickly. It turns out, there was a big reason why Edward should have done that from the beginning.Remembering this, Edward feels ashamed and terribly guilty. Now, he can only lament his fate. He tries his best to find Bella and fix everything."Where do you think is the right place to look for Bella? For God's sake, I don't know where to start."Two days after hearing the news about Bella's pregnancy, Edward again invited his two friends to meet for lunch together. He deliberately sought their opinions so as not to make the wrong decis
"So, you still haven't found out where Bella Stone is?!"Edward's jaw tightened. His eyes sparkled with anger and frustration as he received the phone call. Just imagine, almost a week of deploying two private detectives to find Bella, yet not one of them could locate her whereabouts.Truly, Edward was almost desperate. Where could Bella be hiding, to the extent that even the people he paid were struggling and couldn't sniff out the position of the woman carrying his child?"We've tried searching. We even met her mother. But it's certain that Bella never came home. Interrogating her friend named Renata Roland, her answer was the same."Edward took a deep breath. Now, he was at a loss as to where else to look for the woman. "Anyway, I don't want to know. At the very least, you should find her whereabouts soon!""Alright, Mr. Edward. We'll continue to search and will update you as soon as possible."Edward didn't respond further. He ended the call abruptly. For a moment, he appeared to
"How long are you going to keep hiding Bella, Kairos? It's been too long."As usual, after work, Samuel and Kairos relaxed first at the coffee shop. They chatted away, and this time, Edward was the topic of discussion.Somehow, almost every day, they talked about Edward. There was always some strange thing that man did, raising questions for both of them."Until that stupid Edward gets smart."Samuel burst into laughter. He immediately shook his head upon hearing Kairos's seemingly careless response.But if this was serious, Edward's fate could be dire. It meant Edward wouldn't meet Bella for a long time."If we're waiting for Edward to get smart, it seems like it'll be a very long time. I guess, even after Bella gives birth, they won't meet. Besides, we both know Edward is slow and a bit stupid."Kairos sighed, nodding in agreement."That's why I'm also puzzled about how to make our friend smarter than before. Besides... Bella isn't interested in meeting, let alone talking to Edward."
"Geez, Edward. Why do you look so messed up?"Samuel hurriedly approached, pulling a chair and sitting directly facing Edward.Thirty minutes ago, he had just arrived home feeling exhausted. After taking a shower, Samuel was suddenly contacted. Upon checking, it turned out to be Edward calling."I'm tired, Edward. Let's meet tomorrow," Samuel rejected when he found out Edward wanted to meet. Besides, he felt extremely tired because he had just finished an operation that afternoon."No... you have to meet me now at Bosova, Sam. I need you.""Just call Kairos or Shawn. For God's sake, I need some rest.""Come on, Sam." Edward sounded persistent. "I really need a friend to talk to. You know Kairos won't listen to my stories. He'll just be busy mocking and cursing."Samuel sighed heavily. He felt extremely reluctant to follow through."I beg you, Sam. Just this once."Samuel grumbled. Eventually, he relented and complied with Edward's request to meet. Upon arriving at the bar, he found Ed
"Doctor Samuel Knight, I entrust Miss Bella Stone to you. Please examine her thoroughly."As usual, today was Kairos's schedule to accompany Bella for her prenatal checkup. Upon meeting Samuel, he deliberately entrusted the woman while he appeared to be preparing to leave for work."Aren't you waiting for her?"Kairos shook his head."I actually want to accompany her. But, today there's an important guest I have to meet in person. That's why I left Bella with you first. Don't worry, my bodyguard will wait outside the hospital."Samuel shook his head. Aware that Kairos was extremely busy, he didn't protest at all."All right then. Be careful. I'll take care of Bella here.""Thank you, cousin. Please inform me if there's anything important or things I need to know. When you're done, ask Bella to wait for a moment."After bidding farewell, Kairos left immediately. Meanwhile, Samuel went back into the room and started his usual task of examining Bella's pregnancy."How are you, Bella?""G