Joychrystie의 작품

As the days turned into weeks, the excitement for the wedding grew. Everyone was buzzing with anticipation, and the house was filled with the sound of laughter and chatter.We all went on a shopping spree, getting new outfits, clothes, shoes, and bags. I tried on my wedding dress multiple times, making sure it was perfect. Nessa got her maid of honor dress, and Drew and Nicolas looked dashing in their tuxedos.Finally, the big day arrived. The house was buzzing with activity as everyone got ready. My grandparents, uncles, aunt and families all arrived, beaming with happiness.We all got into our various cars and headed to the wedding venue, some guests were already seated waiting patiently for us. Everything kicked off just immediately, I was walked down the aisle by my grandfather. I saw Drew waiting for me, looking handsome in his tuxedo. Nicholas stood beside him, his smile, contagious as he saw me. Nessa also stood by my side, smiling brightly.The ceremony was beautiful, with pe

As we woke up the next morning, my phone rang, breaking the silence. It was my grandfather calling to ask about the babies and exchange pleasantries. After a while, he asked, "So, when are you two lovebirds planning on getting married?"Drew, who was lying beside me, suddenly sat up and took the phone from me. "Actually, sir, I've have something nice planned out, and I intended to see you physically for a discussion.” he said with a smile. "We're going to have a beautiful outdoor wedding in a stunning landscape surrounded by nature and flowers. And the best part is, it's just a month away! The venue and all is under construction and would be ready in two weeks time.”I was taken aback, my eyes widening in surprise. I had no idea Drew had planned anything, let alone the entire wedding! I listened in awe as Drew continued to talk to my grandfather, discussing the details of the wedding.After they hung up, I turned to Drew, excitement radiating from my face. "You've planned the wedding?

Few days after the birth, our house was still buzzing with excitement. Zach and Catherine were inseparable from the babies, and they took turns feeding and cuddling them.My mom and Theresa were also a big help, cooking meals and doing laundry despite the presence of a new housekeeper and cook. Drew and I were enjoying every moment of parenthood, even the sleepless nights. We would take turns feeding and changing the babies, and we would often sit together in the nursery, watching them sleep.Nessa was also a big help, and she would often come over to visit and assist with the babies. She was overjoyed to be an aunty, and she would spend hours playing with the babies and giving them attention.My mom was now staying with us full-time, she was cleared off her probation and now was happily helping with the babies and getting everything back to normal. Drew was working from home, taking care of his fatherly duties and making sure everything was running smoothly.Our home was filled with

We drove through the quiet streets, I felt a sense of contentment wash over me. It had been a wonderful evening, and I was grateful for the love and friendship that surrounded us.After a while, Drew broke the silence. "I'm glad we're having twins," he said, smiling at me.I smiled back, feeling happy. "Me too," I said. "It's going to be an amazing adventure."Drew nodded, taking my hand. "We'll face it together," he said. "As a family."I felt a surge of love for him, and I knew that everything was going to be okay. We were in this together, and we would face whatever challenges came our way as a team.As we pulled into our driveway, I felt a sense of relief wash over me. It had been a long day, but it had been worth it.Drew helped me out of the car, and we walked together into our house going into our room immediately and getting ready for bed. Drifting off to sleep that night, I knew that tomorrow would bring new challenges and adventures. But I was ready, because I had Drew by m

I woke up to the sound of Catherine knocking gently on our bedroom door. "Good morning, Alexa! I brought you some breakfast. It’s almost noon.” she said, her voice soft and cheerful.I smiled, feeling grateful for Catherine's thoughtfulness. "Thanks, Catherine. Come on in." I said to her and glanced at the wall clock, it was past 11am. Catherine walked in with a tray laden with scrambled eggs, toast, and fresh fruit. "Good morning, Drew," she said, smiling. Drew stirred, rubbing the sleep from his eyes. "Morning, Catherine. Thanks for bringing us breakfast."I took a bite of my eggs, savoring the delicious flavors. "Catherine, did Theresa make these?” I asked, gesturing to the meal. Catherine nodded. "No, she left hours ago. She said she had a busy day ahead of her at the restaurant, I made them.”“Oh, you’re the sweetest. Thank you.” I said, praising her sense of thoughtfulness. After we finished eating, Drew and I relaxed for a while, before he started to work on his computer. A

***FIVE MONTHS LATER….I sat in the living room, engrossed in a book about parenthood. The warm glow of the lamp beside me cast a cozy ambiance, and the soft hum of the TV in the background created a sense of relaxation. Drew walked into the room, a gentle smile on his face, and sat down beside me."Hey, how's the book?" he asked, nodding towards the pages in my hand.I looked up, my eyes sparkling with excitement. "It's great! I'm learning so much about what to expect when the twins arrive."Drew chuckled. "I'm sure you'll be an amazing mom. You're already so prepared."Just then, Zack walked out of his room, a curious expression on his face. "Hey, what are you reading?” I smiled. "Just a book parenthood.” Zack nodded and plopped down beside us on the couch. Catherine, who had been quietly reading in her room, also emerged, drawn in by the conversation.As we chatted, Stella, our new housekeeper, walked into the room with a tray of freshly baked cookies and a pitcher of cold lemona

The driver smoothly opened the door, and I stepped out onto the breezy tarmac, the sharp roar of the jet's idling engines vibrating beneath the soles of my sneakers. As expected, Ethan didn't waste a single heartbeat standing around outside to appreciate the evening air. With an aura of absolute authority, he strode straight past me and marched up the motorized airstairs of the aircraft. I hurried right behind him, keeping my head down as his driver quickly began unloading our heavy luggage from the trunk to transfer it to the jet's cargo hold.The moment we crossed the threshold into the main cabin, the pilot and a pair of impeccably groomed flight attendants bowed their heads in synchronization, greeting him with practiced, reverent smiles."Welcome aboard, sir," the chief hostess murmured softly.Ethan gave a curt, barely visible nod as he walked past them. "My driver is joining us for the flight. Give him a minute to park the vehicle and board before we taxi," he commanded the pil

We stepped out onto the gravel driveway, where Ethan’s sleek, black luxury SUV was waiting, its engine idling with a low, powerful hum. The driver held the heavy door open for us, and I guided Leo into the very back row, the second passenger seat of the spacious cabin. A second later, Ethan climbed in, his massive presence immediately dominating the vehicle as he settled into the first back seat directly in front of us. The door clicked shut with an airtight seal, isolating us completely from the rest of the world, and the driver smoothly pulled out of the estate gates.The initial portion of the ride was wrapped in a suffocating, dense quiet. Ethan didn't waste a single second, he immediately pulled out his tablet, his thumb scrolling ruthlessly through corporate documents, his jaw set in a hard, unyielding line. Trying to ignore the sharp scent of his cologne filling the enclosed space, I turned my attention to Leo. I held his small, soft hand in mine, slowly caressing the back of h

I stood in the center of my bedroom, clutching the fabric of my pajamas as my gaze locked onto the deep burgundy gown now hanging in my closet. It portrays beautiful, yet dangerous armor. But, staring at it only made the knot of anxiety in my stomach tighten. How on earth was I supposed to act around Ethan Vale tonight? How could I sit across from him at a high-stakes corporate dinner, pretending to be his perfect, focused assistant, when my body was still vibrating from the ruthless way he had possessed me in the shower?Glancing at the bedside clock, I saw it was exactly 3:00 PM. The uncertainty was eating me alive and I still hadn’t received a single detail about the dinner, what time we were leaving, or what was expected of me.Suddenly, the sharp, aggressive honk of a car horn echoed from the driveway below, followed a few minutes later by the heavy, unmistakable thud of footsteps echoing through the grand hallway downstairs. Ethan was home.Instead of going down, I stayed anchor

I unlocked the deadbolt and turned the knob, pulling the door inward. The moment the latch clicked open, a heavy, towering weight stumbled forward, almost flattening me. He lurched over my frame, his equilibrium completely shot. The intoxicating scent of his smoky oud perfume was entirely overpowered by the sharp, burning aroma of expensive whiskey radiating from his skin.Reacting on pure instinct, I threw my arms around his broad shoulders, planting my feet firmly to catch him and hold him steady against my body. He let out a low, heavy groan, sinking his face directly into the crook of my neck. He inhaled sharply against my bare skin, his hot breath sending a violent, electric tremor straight down to my thighs.Once his heavy frame seemed stable enough, I reached up, my palms cupping his stubble-roughened jaw to gently lift his head. "Uhmm… are you okay?" I whispered, my eyes searching his features in the dim light.He didn't answer, he simply raised his eyelids, his dark, usually

The hot water gushed over my shoulders, but it couldn't wash away the stinging clarity that settled over me. I stood frozen under the stream, watching the remnants of his release swirl down the drain, rinsing off my skin until every physical trace of him was gone. I bathed properly this time, scrubbing my body with a mechanical numbness before turning off the valve and stepping out of the glass enclosure.Wrapping a plush white towel tightly around my chest, I walked out into the bedroom, feeling a heavy, suffocating wave of defeat wash over me.But as the initial shock faded, my mind began to click into place. Ethan didn’t just turn feral out of nowhere. He had crossed every boundary, dropping his untouchable CEO mask to become something primal and vicious, because he felt threatened. The ring, could it be a secret I had almost uncovered? Or what is it that had shaken him to his core? Something definitely has to be his weakness, I thought, staring blankly at the dark corners of the r

The silence in the mansion felt so heavy, pressing against my eardrums the moment I stepped out of my room. With Beatrice gone, the house had lost its only layer of warmth. The grand hallways felt longer, the shadows deeper, and the air carried a sharp, sterile chill that made me pull my sweater tighter around my body. There was no distant sound of her laughter, no gentle scent of roses lingering in the air. It was just a massive, hollow fortress of marble and dark wood, and I was trapped inside it with a tyrant.Leo was still sound asleep upstairs, completely wiped out from the morning, so I used the quiet to slip down to the kitchen. My body was still incredibly sore, every step a dull reminder of how ruthlessly Ethan had possessed me the night before. I needed something to properly wake me up, to clear the fog of frustration and lingering heat out of my head.I stood by the marble island, the low hum of the espresso machine the only sound breaking the stillness as a dark stream of