Second chance at happiness
Choices and chances… one decision or one of many that make us live a life of happiness and content…. one that makes us muddled and ordinary… or one that leaves us with regret and unwillingness…. Mira was just an ordinary girl who was loved and pampered. The two most important people in her life were Alina and Jason; Alina, her best friend and Jason, her sweetheart. Mira's peaceful life took a turn for the worse when her stepmother forced her to marry a simpleton whom she had never met. She hated her stepmother. She did everything she could to make life unbearable for the two people responsible for her misery- her stepmother and her husband.She succeeded in getting rid of both; one passed away and the other gave her a divorce. She finally got the life she wanted, a life where she married her sweetheart. But why was nothing as she imagined? Why was her husband who loved and waited for her to get a divorce never around? Why was her father about to be executed for treachery? With her last breath, she got her answers- Everything she knew was a lie; Jason whom she loved with all her heart hated her because of a lie; Alina, whom she trusted and cared for more than anyone else, was the cause of her misery. Her stepmother and her ex-husband whom she hated, loved her to death…. Literally! It was too late by the time she got the answers for her questions, or was it? Mira was one of those fortunate people, who got a second chance. What choice will she make? Will history repeat? Will she make amends to the ones she wronged? or…. Will she correct the misunderstanding with her sweetheart for her happily ever after?
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Chapter: As long as you think it will help our little girl… nothing else matters.Gustav frowned, asking to no one in particular, “Then why did you volunteer?”“As long as you think it will help our little girl… nothing else matters.” Harry shrugged.“About that…” Gustav paused, he ran his hand through his goatee, “… I can’t promise that it will.”Harry raised his eyebrows, disappointment flashed through his eyes, then he shrugged, “at least you have a plan… that is one better than what I can do.”Everyone else nodded, as they plopped themselves on the space available around them, whether it was disappointment or fatigue only they knew… maybe a bit of both… but they were not done trying.“Wait here and I will call you when I am ready or follow me…” Gustav shrugged, deciding to leave this family that he never could quite understand to their devices.He could truly never understand this lot... not even if he tried. So why bother? In his world, everything had limits and a price tag… family, loyalty, and everything in between. Why say more? Even righteousness came with
Last Updated: 2026-06-30
Chapter: I didn’t want to wake up if the price was my son’s happiness.Once they had achieved their objective, they didn’t loiter any longer. They soon set off on their return journey once Jerome returned the borrowed objects.“The arrangement of the stones is the reverse of what we used to open it,” Seb, who was at the back of the group, shouted.Humphrey, who was standing in front of the stone door, stepped back with a shrug, “I wasn’t paying attention.”“I will give it a try…” Wilkin stepped forward and arranged the stones in the reverse order of what he remembered.The stone rolled aside exactly as expected. Those who entered waited till everyone was inside before pulling the lever for the stone to roll back in place. By the time the stone rolled back, Taro was already at the front. He rearranged the bricks into an entirely different pattern, and the stone slid to the side.“Trust our big brother to never take an opponent’s intelligence for granted.” Humphrey chuckled. The joke was not lost on anyone and they all laughed. Alex was never one to underes
Last Updated: 2026-06-29
Chapter: With my charisma, even if I don't try, people love me...The return journey met far less resistance, but that didn't mean it was a walk in the park. The only silver lining was that no one had been seriously injured.“Let’s not head straight back.” Elias cautioned. He looked around, “Ideally we could circle around, but I am also curious to hear the street chatter about the events at the border.”He paused, his lips curling slyly as his gaze turned to his youngest brother, “considering we have someone who can handle the language easily, this shouldn’t be hard right?”“Piece of cake.” Jerome winked, he too was curious, but he turned to Gustav and Zelda, “Would this cause any problems with the stash we collected? And will the delay affect Mira's healing?” He fired questions one after the other.“The stash… they are good for another 100 years if they are left as is.” Zelda’s lips lifted proudly.“Mira’s healing, however, can’t afford to wait that long.” Gustav added with a playful smirk; He paused, before continuing, “however another one or two h
Last Updated: 2026-06-20
Chapter: Wouldn’t have it any other wayTaro and Lael slowly walked out of the cave; however, they were no longer dressed as they usually did. Instead, they wore long robes very similar to the attire of the Eastern Kingdom, with hoods covering their faces and leaving only narrow slits for their eyes.They surveyed the area before nodding towards the rest who were hiding in the cave. They too walked out, their attire similar to that of Taro and Lael. While Taro had been fiddling with the door, Lael quietly fetched robes from the hidden compartment, distributed them according to size, and returned the spare ones to their original place.Similar to their side of the cave, this end was also on the edge of the forest. They quietly followed Seb who had a map drawn out on sheepskin. They moved swiftly and cautiously for more than an hour before reaching the estate, which was not only heavily guarded but also had high walls like a fortress.Normally, they would have surveyed the estate and formulated a plan first. Today, however, th
Last Updated: 2026-06-18
Chapter: I am going to rob someone.Lady Luck didn't seem to favour anyone in particular. Even though they diligently went from one apothecary to the next, no one managed to find even a single stalk. Still, they continued onward, each hoping the others had better luck.Matthew and John had just come out of the fifteenth shop when they saw a red and green flare light the skies above in the far east direction.“I need to head back.” Matthew spoke with urgency. “Come, I will drop you back at Southamberston and head there…”“Southamberston is on the way,” he added, seeing John about to protest.“No… I meant I am coming.” John pursed his lips into a stubborn line.“Not on my life…” Matthew shook his head, “I have no idea what’s up ahead.”“Alright… Get your brother-in-law’s permission and come.” Seeing John refusing to budge, Matthew could only bring out Alex.John followed grudgingly. He knew there was no point arguing. Perhaps he could trick Alex into agreeing, just like he had in their younger days…Matthew didn’t wait for
Last Updated: 2026-06-16
Chapter: Give me half a day… let me see who I can rob.Zelda’s steps paused, but only momentarily before ignoring everyone and walking past them as though she couldn’t see them.No one thought much of it, most of them were used to her temperament, for the rest, it really didn’t matter.Only Gustav shouted and ran after her, “Stop right there… you snatched and didn’t even pay… how can you be so shameless?”Alex pulled his back once they entered the lounge, or perhaps thought he had enough fun at their expense, “Stop shouting… when have you ever won against her? Aren’t you just asking for a beating?”“Unfair…” Gustav muttered feigning a displeased expression as he sat down. He looked around and asked with a sly smile, “Where is the cub and his lioness?”“You do not want to go anywhere near him.” Cornelius chuckled feigning an expression of fear and failing miserably at that. He added pointing at Alex, “even the lion doesn’t dare…”Gustav raised his eyebrows inquisitively as his gazes flitted among the trio.“After Alex’s treatment, Mira fel
Last Updated: 2026-06-15
Chapter: So that is where the dragon’s heart is hidden…Emile’s eyes followed her husband as he disappeared into one of the huts near Master’s hut. Although she was carefree and unbothered most of the time, she was no fool. She had seen the worry on her husband’s face from the time her children were born. She had watched that worry deepen when the children touched the spiritual stone, even as both masters bubbled with joy. The only time there was a faint smile or relief in his eyes was when they chose the hammock.She wanted to ask him before, but she knew he didn’t want to worry her… she was happy to be his silly wife… but now… not so much… She didn’t want him to shoulder everything alone... she wanted to be his strength... his solace... his anchor whenever he grew weary. She decided to ask him when they got home and turned her attention to her family who were studiously listening to Hendrick’s instructions.The only exception was her terrors!She walked up to them with a smile, “Why aren’t you two joining in?”“This is stuff we learned b
Last Updated: 2026-06-30
Chapter: Here.... I am king of the jungle.Chris turned to his master, “Senior first brother should be able to guide right?”Chris’s master raised an eyebrow before nodding as he remembered his previous conversation with Chris.Eric and Aldrin ran up to Hendrick and threw an arm around his shoulders from either side as they asked, “When do we start? How do we start?”“By taking your hands off my shoulders.” Hendrick smirked as he slithered out of their hands. He ran a few feet away before asking Chris, “Let me guess, this is your fifth brother and fifth brother-in-law?”“Bingo” Chris chuckled.“Master, are you taking revenge on me?” Hendrick cried out as he sat on the ground without the slightest concern for his image or the audience standing around him.“Don’t get too worked up because of our talent.” Aldrin shrugged with a chuckle, “we will pretend to be talentless.” It was as though he and Eric were competing for the title of the one with the thickest skin.Hendrick sat on the ground with a face that read that he had nothing
Last Updated: 2026-06-29
Chapter: Talent may open the door, but the path beyond it must be walked by your own feet.“Was I?” Chris chuckled, trying to wriggle his way out of it, but neither the Walters nor the Burkes were buying it. Both the Walters and the Burkes nodded.Chris exhaled, before speaking his eyes fixed on the little ancestors, “Chaos spiritual roots are the most powerful… they are like yin and yang co-existing within the same person. The person’s aptitude determines whether they can maintain balance… perfect harmony of yin and yang or whether one overpowers the other.”He chuckled as he added, seeing the concern etched on the faces of the adults, “Our little ones, like fifth brother said, have their priorities set right.”A smile spread across everyone’s faces as the deeper meaning settled in their hearts.“Even if they are pushed…” this time, a genuine smile that carried pride spread across his face, “they will choose the right path, with a balanced heart.”“What did their choices mean?” Vincent asked curiously.“These two…” Chris pointed at the oldest and the youngest, “their choice
Last Updated: 2026-06-20
Chapter: You should be the bigger man and be magnanimousOnce all four were finished, and they had come down from the platform, Chris’s master waved his hand. The spirit stone disappeared.He stood up and chanted as he levitated. Golden runes appeared, encircling the high platform. They extended all the way to the heavens... or at least it looked that way. They remained for nearly a minute before disappearing. In their place sat a large pure white jade disc, almost covering the entire surface of the platform.“You can place all four of them, if you want to test their constitution.” Chris’s master’s voice boomed from high above.Chris Jnr and Emm took their siblings and were about to place them but feeling the coldness from the jade they hesitated; Chris Jnr turned to Chris’s master, “Master Grandpa, can you put a carpet on this… it is very cold.”Chris’s master’s lips twitched.“They will be fine… they won’t be cold.” Chris knelt to their height and coaxed. “Do you trust daddy?”“Mm” there was no hesitation in their voices.“Then listen to d
Last Updated: 2026-06-18
Chapter: Stinky baby, you didn’t give your old man any face...Preparations for the hundred-day ceremony had long since been completed by Chris's master and Hendrick.There were no outsiders, only family and those they considered family: the Walters, Burkes, Hua Yueren, Bai-Min, Lai-Li, Neil, Adrian, his wife Iris, and their son Jonah.The day started like any other... well, perhaps not quite like any other day. How often did the Walter and Burke Clans board Chris's Night Empire jets and head for an unmarked island?Even after they disembarked from the jet, their anticipation didn't fade, it only grew stronger. The adults' enthusiasm perhaps carried a hint of anxiety if one looked closely, but no one seemed any wiser.Marcus carried one of the babies while the oldest, Big Treasure, walked beside him. Little Treasure followed close behind, and Philip brought up the rear carrying the remaining babies as they headed toward Master's cottage.Emile looked at the responsible little people before her and giggled as she whispered to Chris, “We really don’
Last Updated: 2026-06-17
Chapter: Opportunity knocks but only once… the choice, that is also destinyIn the evening, the Burkes came over as usual, the only difference from usual was this time, they were all in attendance, from the oldest Matthias to the youngest, Liam.This time round, the explanations went smoothly, perhaps practice makes perfect… or having your family backing you … makes your spine straighter even if you are speaking about the impossible… who knows!The reaction of the Burkes was no different from that of the Walters… with the exception of Matthias.“First uncle, you don’t seem surprised.” Emile giggled as her gaze skirted over her cousins dumb founded expression before settling on Matthias who seemed to have taken the news in a stride.“The world is vast and wide…” Matthias shrugged, “And who says that the old must be extinct before a new world can emerge?”“True…” Everett nodded as he sank into contemplation. He wasn’t cataloguing but reviewing everything he had ever read or known about his family history. His eyes narrowed as he remembered the information he had
Last Updated: 2026-06-15
Chapter: That is a promise.“That is not up to you.” Marken, one of the high counsellors disdained. Adalases was not Ben’s to stake at will; There were other Adalases who could refute this stake.Sherman knew Marken’s ambition was no less than Herten, but he also knew that unlike Herten, Marken would never betray his country and was in a good mood for watching a show although he knew what decision he would ultimately make.“That is a fair point.” Sherman nodded thoughtfully before saying “If the entire Adalase can be staked on this man, then I agree.” Sherman chuckled “With resources greater than the reserve bank, it won’t be hard to rebuild our facilities even if we are compromised.”No one could refute this point.“The Weldons won’t shy away from responsibility either.” Frank didn’t know why the commander had changed his colors, but he stood shoulder to shoulder with his brother.Shadow didn’t have anything to offer, but he stood beside Ben. His expression unwavering.Tyrell slowly got up from his chair and wal
Last Updated: 2024-08-11
Chapter: I will stake my entire reputation on this man, who flew out in the middle of the night for the sake of friendship.Lara delivered a baby girl as her heart’s desire. She only saw her bundle of joy for a minute before her vision blurred. She also saw the joy in her man’s eyes. These were the two things she remembered before she fainted. She didn’t know if she would wake up again or whether this was eternal sleep, but she was gratified.The Evans and Burton elders had just returned when Amy came out holding the bundle of joy. They didn’t have time to process everything before they were handed the little bundle.“She is so sweet.” Megan smiled as looked over Marjorie shoulders.“My daughter-in-law is indeed pretty.” Dana laughed. She knew the minds of the elders were not calm. She was trying to lighten their moods.No one knew when Ben, Frank and Shadow appeared behind their women.“How can it be so easy to snatch my granddaughter?” Marjorie retorted proudly.“Yes…. yes…yes...” Abigail laughed happily as she let the little one hold her finger tightly. Dana’s retort had pulled the elders mind back to th
Last Updated: 2024-08-11
Chapter: My little girl is strong…. Nothing will happen!Ben and Dana’s days were filled with love and tranquility. Ben felt like he was in a dream; his life was everything he dreamed of; his beloved woman was his wife; she would cook and wait for him; his house was filled with the laughter of the precious treasures his wife had given him. He was truly grateful to the heavens.Ed’s days were getting hectic. Between the challenges of his official duty and a pregnant wife, he was almost ready to retire. He wanted to spend more time with his wife and child. Seeing Ben’s cute little babies, he couldn’t wait to have his own little treasure.Frank and Sarah didn’t know whether to laugh or cry; their little Lu would run almost every day to see his little wife, especially now that she was becoming prettier. The babies were becoming chubbier with fair skin and rosy cheeks. Their features were becoming more prominent and dashing, melting the hearts of everyone around them.Dan and Don were like a mother hen defending their younger siblings from everyo
Last Updated: 2024-08-11
Chapter: She can still sleep?The next day, the Williamses landed and rushed to the hospital. Dana had rested well and regained most of her vigor.Ben was changing nappies while Dana was sleeping peacefully when they arrived.“She can still sleep?” Dana’s younger sister asked in surprise as Ben gestured for them to lower their volume. He handed one baby each to the stunned Mr and Mrs Williams and led all of them to the adjacent room.“Sorry… Dana has just rested.” Ben apologized sincerely for his rudeness.Mrs Williams shook head, her eyes were misty. She was truly grateful to the heavens for her daughter’s fortune to have met such a man. Even though he was rich and powerful, he loved and doted on her without bounds…. This was truly her fortune. It would be a lie to say that they were not worried. On the way back after the wedding they had met a lady who was crying pitifully. Mrs Williams didn’t feel comfortable and lend her a shoulder to lean on; She didn’t know who they were and told them that she was fleeing fro
Last Updated: 2024-08-11
Chapter: He wouldn’t have a clue.Ben sat next to Dana urging her to wake up. He was scared out of his wits as he had seen the amount of blood that she lost during the delivery… he feared that she wouldn’t wake up and all his happiness would disappear in the blink of an eye even though Steve repeatedly reassured him that she was fine and just sleeping from exhaustion. He sat next to her telling her how much he missed her.He told her how he felt that a portion of him was missing without her by his side; He told her how much he loved her…. He begged her to wake up… He sat by her side never taking his eyes of her pale face… holding her hand … and begging her to wake up….He started to tell her their story from his perspective. He told her how she disturbed him from their first encounter. How he thought that she had approached him with a purpose, He told her how he shamelessly wanted to see her even if he knew that she had approached him with a purpose.He told her how he used to follow her like a shadow just to feel her
Last Updated: 2024-08-11
Chapter: What about mine???Ben was on edge now that Dana was full term. He kept following her nervously like a shadow. One evening just as they finished dinner and were heading upstairs to retire, Dana stood still on the stairs and called weakly “Ben….”“What is it?” Ben looked affectionately at his wife who had stopped walking and became stiff.“I…. my …. I think my water broke.” Dana barely managed to mumble as she held on tightly to Ben.“You…. you….” Ben froze.Alexa was the first to react. She ran downstairs to alert Shadow and Mrs Bentley before running back upstairs to get the baby bag that Dana had prepared beforehand.“CEO” Alexa called out helplessly as she saw a frozen Ben.“Huh?” Ben looked at the panic-stricken Dana and came to his senses. He carried her and ran downstairs carefully. Alexa informed him that Shadow was waiting downstairs with the car. Shadow had informed Steve as soon as Alexa came running downstairs. Everything at the hospital would be set by Steve.Shadow sped towards the hospital;
Last Updated: 2024-05-13
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