The old man's plea lingered in the air, a heavy silence following Ivy's departure from the coffee shop. Ivy felt a whirlwind of emotions inside her as she stepped out into the crisp air outside. Tears welled up in her eyes, a mixture of sadness, confusion, and frustration coursing through her.As Ivy hurriedly made her way to the waiting car, her mind was in turmoil. The weight of Old Master Huxley's words echoed in her thoughts. She couldn't shake off the revelation that he had forced Gerard to divorce her. It was a truth that struck deep into her heart, unraveling a complex tapestry of feelings she had long suppressed.Sitting in the car, Ivy wiped away her tears, trying to regain composure. The driver glanced at her through the rearview mirror, concern evident in his eyes. Ivy nodded reassuringly, signaling that she was alright, although her heart felt heavy with the weight of the conversation she had just experienced.The drive back to her hotel felt longer than usual. Each pas
The accident scene was one of utter chaos and devastation. Gerard's car was a twisted wreck, the once sleek exterior now a crumpled mess of metal. Blood streaked across the dashboard and seats, a grim testament to the severity of the impact. Glass shards littered the interior, glinting in the dim light as raindrops seeped through the shattered windows.Amidst the wreckage, Gerard lay injured, his body battered and bruised. Blood dripped from a cut on his forehead, his face contorted in pain. The airbag had deployed, leaving a powdery residue in the air, mixing with the metallic scent of blood.The sound of approaching sirens pierced through the night, a lifeline amidst the chaos. The ambulance arrived with urgency, its red and white lights flashing in the darkness. Paramedics rushed to the scene, their trained eyes assessing the situation swiftly.With practiced efficiency, the paramedics carefully extricated Gerard from the wrecked car. The stretcher was swiftly brought forward, and
As Yvette and Dominic arrived at the airport, the bustling atmosphere enveloped them. The terminal was a symphony of sounds—rushing footsteps, chatter in various languages, and the occasional announcement echoing through the halls. The air was filled with a blend of anticipation and farewell, with travelers embarking on adventures or returning home from journeys.The airport was a hive of activity, with people of diverse backgrounds and destinations milling about. Baggage carts whizzed by, travelers queued at check-in counters, and the scent of coffee from nearby cafes wafted through the air.Yvette observed the familiar sights of the airport—the towering departure boards displaying flight information, the rows of seats where passengers waited, and the uniformed airport staff assisting travelers with queries. There was a sense of transient energy, a continuous flow of people moving in and out, each with their own story to tell.As they offloaded their luggage and entered the termina
An elegant young lady exited the hospital and quickly got into a high-end black car.“You seem very happy, Mrs. Huxley,” the driver commented with a smile.Happy? She was joyful! After three years of marriage with the love of her life, she finally got pregnant. And this news came just at the right time!Ivy had been in love with Gerard since high school. Gerard Huxley was her senior and the dream boy of every girl. He was handsome, intelligent, with an impressive background. His parents were the presidents of the Huxley group, the most powerful group in Artea, and it was no news that he would be the successor. Not that Ivy cared for the last part.Looking at the report in her hand, the word ‘PREGNANT’ couldn't help but make her feel happy, and her smile grew even wider. Ivy has always been a beautiful girl - big doe-eyes, small plump lips, and a cute button nose, even when she was just a child. Coupled with her sunny and friendly characteristics, it was impossible for one to hate her.
Three years later...A man was seen sitting in his study. The lights were off; the only light filling the room came from the moonlight outside in the sky.The moonlight illuminated the man’s exquisite facial features - thick eyebrows, piercing black eyes as dark as the ink, sharp nose, thin sensual lips, and chiseled jawline. To say that he was handsome was an understatement. He was drop-dead gorgeous and clearly was a man favored by God. Every man envied him, and every lady wanted him.The man had his eyes down, staring absentmindedly at a paper and a photograph in his hand. There was also a white bunny plushie sitting on his desk. Soon, his usually hawk-like eyes were filled with sorrow, despair, and heartbreak.“Ivy...” his soft, hoarse voice sounded from his throat.Yes, that man was Gerard Huxley.He caressed the face in the photograph. The woman in it was beautiful. She was smiling brightly, and her eyes were twinkling with playfulness.“Ivy...” he called out her name again befo
The female voice called him, “Gerard..”Gerard looked toward the source of the voice, and he could see a blurry female figure.“Gerard..” the female voice said again.He could see the female figure coming closer and closer. As the figure was within arm’s length, he reached out his hand and pulled her toward him. “Ivy, I miss you,” he mumbled. How Gerard missed his wife. He wished for her to appear, and here she was in front of him.“Let’s go back to bed, Gerard,” the soft female voice said.Gerard pulled her closer to him, wanting to feel her warmth and smell her scent.The moment the female sat down on his lap, he realized it wasn't his wife. They smelled different. Ivy had a distinct soft smell of roses, but this female’s rose scent was strong. It made him want to puke.He pushed her away abruptly. “You are not Ivy,” he slurred.“Gerard..” the female reached out her hand, but Gerard slapped her hand away.“You are not Ivy!” he shouted with a clear voice despite being drunk.“Gerar
“Home-cooked meals are always better than those cooked in restaurants,” Mia said with a soft smile and gave Gerard the spoon and fork for him to use.“Thank you. I still have some works to do. I’ll eat it later,” Gerard told her without taking the utensils from her.Mia felt embarrassed by Gerard’s words. It was clear that he was throwing her out. Even though she wanted to see him eat the lunch she made for him and was reluctant to leave, she couldn’t force him to do anything. And this has always been the case since three years ago.“Alright. Don't forget to eat it. I’ll see you tomorrow,” Mia said and went to the door.“Mia,” Gerard’s deep husky voice sounded, making Mia’s heart skip a bit.The way Gerard called her name was like a seductive voice of a siren. She couldn't keep her calm and wanted to throw herself into Gerard’s arms.She turned around with a sweet smile, thinking Gerard would let her stay, but his next words erased her hope.“I don't want what happened last night to h
When Old Master Huxley heard his grandson’s voice, he stopped watching a video on his phone and looked at his grandson instead.His grandson was perfect. He had a perfect physical appearance, had always been a genius with a high IQ that he was able to skip grades and finish his Master's Degree at the age of eighteen, and had the ability to make the company soar to a new high. The Huxley Group was now the number one group in Artea and was even well-known in other countries.Old Master Huxley wanted to say something, but seeing the cold demeanor of his grandson, he could only say, “Come sit and have dinner.”Gerard nodded like a robot and sat down opposite Old Master Huxley.Once Gerard sat down, the maids started putting the dishes on the table. It was difficult for Old Master Huxley to invite Gerard to dinner. Not that Gerard wouldn't accept his invitation, but because Old Master Huxley knew his grandson hated him, and he didn't want to make him hate him more by asking him to come to t