Dark clouds hung over Spring City, casting an ominous shadow on the bustling streets below.The commoners continued their daily lives, ignorant of the impending changes in the business and political realms.Meanwhile, the upper echelons of society were on tenterhooks as the power dynamics shifted.Inside the grandeur of the Moore’s mansion, an air of tension hung heavy.Isaac sat in his study, a storm brewing in his sharp gaze.“Sir, three of our factories have been destroyed,”“Sir, the batch of goods that were supposed to be delivered by air are detained.”Isaac’s jaw clenched, the lines on his face etching deeper with each piece of devastating information.The Moores had officially declared war on The Luxtons.Isaac unleashed his wrath upon Jayden without reservation.The feud between the two families escalated into a full-blown conflict, leaving no room for compromise.As the war raged on, both sides suffered heavy losses.“Sir, our hospitals in the south have been shut down. If t
“Ahh…” A lewd moan resounded inside the room.The sounds of flesh hitting each other could be heard in the silent night.Nina wished she could block her ears, but the restraints on her hands rendered her helpless.Lying motionless on the floor, tears rolled down her cheeks as the unpleasant noise intensified.After years of hiding, she was back to square one. Trapped in the same haunting reality she had once escaped.This was the life she had endured for fourteen long years.Clenching her teeth, Nina endured the torment until the disturbing noise subsided.“Enough, my body can’t take it anymore.” Kristen panted heavily.A rough voice that seemed to belong to a man sounded. “Okay. If you’re tired, how about the person in the next room? I heard your daughter is back. Why don’t you let me-”“Don’t even think about it,” Kristen said sternly. “I’ve kept her alive because a party has offered 10 million dollars for her.”“10 million dollars!!!” The man raised his voice.“Shh! Keep your voice
Pain radiated through Nina's body as she hit the road, the gravel biting into her palms.Nina attempted to pull herself up, but she was too exhausted to even lift a finger. She tried again, but the throbbing ache in her limbs screamed in protest.Every breath was a struggle, every heartbeat a reminder of the danger closing in.She fought against the darkness that threatened to consume her, but her body refused to cooperate.In the silence that followed, the footsteps of the thugs closed in.The world around Nina blurred, and her consciousness slipped away.The thugs stopped when they spotted Nina on the road. Laughing, they blew a whistle at her. “Why aren’t you running anymore, huh?” The thug advanced and attempted to grab her.Just as he neared Nina, a sharp object was hurled in his direction.The block of wood struck his back, causing him to fall backward.Jayden had arrived.His dark gaze seemed to size them up, like a lion assessing its prey before going in for the kill.Sensing
Nina, who had just refilled the jar of water, passed by the living room and overheard their conversation. Her eyes dimmed, and she quietly walked away.After she left, Stefan sighed and sympathetically patted Jayden’s shoulder.In the hushed stillness of the night, Jayden entered Nina’s room and found her curled on the bed.The moonlight painted a soft glow across her pale face.Jayden lay beside her, the mattress creaking under his weight. He reached out and brushed a strand of hair from her face.Nina stirred but did not open her eyes.Pulling her close, he tightened his arms around her.“Nina,” he whispered, nudging his face against hers, “I don’t care about your past. I never did. You’ll always be my wife, my Mrs. Luxton, no matter what.”Jayden felt her body stiffen and he continued his words. “I love you, baby. More than words can say. And I’ll always be by your side, no matter how stormy the weather is.”He gave a peck on her forehead and whispered, “I love you.”Nina tried har
"I missed you. While you were away, I've never stopped thinking about you," she admitted.How could she be so selfish as to abandon him and leave everything behind? The very man who had been the reason she could step out of her shadows.She had let go of his hand when he needed her the most. The thought of not being there to witness his final moments was so agonizing that it felt like a sharp pain was piercing through her heart, leaving her breathless.Nina wiped away her tears and assured Jayden, “I’m here now. And I’ll never leave your side.”Without waiting for his reply, she expressed her intention to speak to his doctor.As she left the ward, a streak of worry flashed across Jayden’s face, “Nina…”In the doctor’s office.Closing the door behind her, Nina anxiously approached the doctor. “Doctor, how is Jayden’s situation?”The doctor furrowed his brow. “Who are you?”“I’m his wife, Nina Luxton,” she declared. She was his wife in this life and she would be his wife even after he d
With a gesture to the servant, Isaac instructed him to chase them out of his house.Although they already knew the outcome, dejection settled over Nina as they left the residence.She opened the door when she saw Jayden’s intense gaze fixed upon her.Despite his sickly pallor, his domineering aura couldn’t be concealed.Sensing the tension, Nina felt amiss. “H-Hey, you’re up?”Jayden remained silent, his icy gaze unyielding. Instead of acknowledging her greeting, he asked instead, “Where have you been?”“Nowhere in particular. I just went to learn about your treatment plan with the doctor…” Nina replied, trying to keep her tone steady.“Is that so?”Nina nodded.“Was the doctor’s name Isaac Moore?”The smile on Nina’s face froze.The look in Jayden’s eyes sent a shiver down her spine; there was a dangerous gleam that made her heart race.Panic flashed across her face when she realized Jayden had figured out everything. Helpless, she started to speak, “Jayden, I—”“Enough!” Jayden inte
“Don’t forget, I’m still the CEO.” Jayden looked at her coldly. A derisive snicker resonated in the room that came from Jayden’s uncles. Back when William suddenly fell ill, The Luxton Corporation faced imminent danger. During that period, it was Jayden who resurrected the Luxton Corporation from the brink of collapse. Under his leadership, the business flourished with each passing day. They were indignant about letting an illegitimate son take the position of CEO. However, Jayden’s ability to manage the business left everyone speechless. Throughout the years, they had silently consented to let him toil for the Luxton Corporation. However, now that he had a few days to live, they couldn’t wait to overthrow him. “Jayden, have you forgotten that you’re a dying man right now? How much more do you think you can invest?” They mocked. He had already outlived his usefulness and so there was no need for him to stay at the company. Nina’s heart chilled at their words. Among those pre
“WHAT!?” The room erupted in uproar. “No! You can’t. What about my son?” Lilian protested hysterically. “That’s my final order,” William asserted authoritatively. “As for you,” he addressed the woman, who was on the verge of a mental breakdown, “Let’s get a divorce.” Lilian’s eyes widened, and she slumped onto the chair with a thud. “No…” William paid no attention to her. His old body could not hold on any longer. He patted Jayden’s shoulder lightly before turning to leave. Watching him walk away, panic seized Lilian. She jumped from her seat and dashed forward. Kneeling, Lilian grasped William’s legs and pleaded for mercy. “Husband, I’m sorry. I was blinded by greed. I acknowledge my mistake, and I promise I’ll turn over a new leaf. Please don’t abandon me,” she begged. The weight of her actions only became clear when she lost everything. Without the title of Mrs. Luxton, she was nothing. “Husband…” Lilian continued to create a scene, but it was to no avail. The guards hel