--- PROLOGUE ANGIE POV "Angie, let's go to the bar later after our class," Ashley said as she arrived and sat next to me. We were in the library, and there weren't many people around. "But isn't it prohibited to drink alcohol or any alcoholic beverages? Doc Saxvora mentioned it last time during his announcement. If you want to drink, I'll just review here," I reminded her. "Oh, come on, you just have a crush on Doc Saxvora. Admit it, you secretly like him," she teased, nudging me with her elbow. "Me? Have a crush on Doc? Who told you that I like him? Stop teasing me and let me review," I replied, feeling annoyed. "Oh, come on, even if you don't admit it, you still have a crush on Doc Saxvora. I can tell, you two would make a cute couple," she insisted. She was right, I did have a crush on Doc Saxvora. I didn't know why I had a crush on him, but I woke up one day and realized I was in love with him. Besides his handsome face, he was kind and hardworking. I knew my aunt and grandmother forbade me from having a boyfriend for now, but a doctor was the only one who made my heart beat faster. "Why are you blushing?" I shot her a look when she said that. Was she really my friend, or was she just being annoying? "Excuse me, are you Angie?" Ashley and I both turned to look at the girl in PE attire holding a badminton racket. I nodded in response. "Doc Saxvora called you to the clinic. He wants to check your height and weight. You missed your appointment last Friday," she added. "Why are you still waiting? Go, your 'beloved' is waiting for you," she said with a smirk. I was glad she left earlier; otherwise, she might have heard what Ashley said. "Shut up, and I don't have a crush on Doc Saxvora. You're shipping me with him, what if he already has a girlfriend or wife? You're being annoying," I retorted before walking away. After a few minutes, I arrived at the clinic. Before entering, I took a deep breath. I entered three times, but there was no response. "What are you doing here?" I jumped in surprise when I heard his voice. I turned around and saw Doc. "Oh, you must be Angielyn," he added. Why was he so handsome? "Yes, Doc, I'm Angielyn, but you can call me Angie. Angielyn is too long," I said, avoiding his gaze. He opened the doorknob and entered. "Come in, you might think I'll carry you inside," he joked. I hurriedly entered, closing the door behind me. "Sit down; I'll look for the index card with your name," he instructed. I glanced at him as he searched for the index card with my name. His attire suited him well, especially considering his profession as a doctor. I didn't want to get hurt, but I couldn't help but think he might already have a girlfriend or wife. "Done checking me," my eyes widened when he laughed abruptly. He noticed it. "Angie, stand up," I stood up and approached him. "What should I do, Doc?" I asked nervously, feeling the butterflies in my stomach. "Remove your shoes and let me see your weight," I took off my shoes before stepping on the scale. He noted my weight on the index card. "What's my height, Doc?" I asked him. "It's a secret," he chuckled, so I didn't bother asking again. My eyes widened when he held my hand and led me to a wall. He pushed me against the wall, making me stand straight. His heartbeat was so fast, and his face was so close to mine. "You're short," he said and wrote it on the index card. Short? I wasn't that short; he was exaggerating. "Next time, drink milk every day, take afternoon naps, and sleep at the right time. Short people shouldn't stay up late; it affects their growth," he said seriously. "But it's okay to be short; at least you're cute," he chuckled. I didn't know what was happening to me; my heart skipped a beat. I was surprised when he pinched my cheek. "Why are you so cute and beautiful in my eyes when I see you here every day?" Huh? "Doc, I was about to tell y-" I couldn't finish my sentence as he kissed me. I was taken aback, and I didn't know why I closed my eyes and responded to his kiss. After a few minutes, we both caught our breaths. "Angie, can you be my girlfriend? I've liked you since we met, and I don't know why I'm so obsessed with you."
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"Angie, get up already or you'll be late for school," Mama shouted. I woke up immediately and headed straight to the bathroom to wash up and brush my teeth.
Afterward, I went to the kitchen and saw Mama preparing food. "Go ahead and eat, then take a shower after," she said. I just nodded before eating.
I'm Angie Khale Novestra, the most beautiful girl in the world, just kidding. I'm eighteen years old, in grade 12, and about to go to college soon. My mom works at a café, and she's a single mother.
Yes, a single mother. Mama said my dad left her when she was pregnant with me. I don't know if I should be angry or sad about what Papa did. Wherever Papa is, he's probably happy with his new family now.
After eating, I quickly took a shower. In a few minutes, I was done and dressed in my uniform, carrying my bag downstairs to wear my shoes.
"Angie, here's your 500 pesos allowance. Sorry if this is all I can give you for now. You know we're tight on money, and my salary from work is not enough. I hope you understand, especially since your dad left us," Mama said, her eyes teary. I hugged Mama tightly when I saw her crying.
"Don't worry, even though Dad left us and went to another family, I'm still here, and I won't leave you. Even if I'm stubborn and mischievous, I still do well in school," I said, breaking the hug.
"Yes, even though you're a stubborn and mischievous kid, I'm still proud of you for doing well in school. Just remember what I told you, even though I forbid you from having a boyfriend, don't rush into having one," Mama said, and I nodded.
"Someone's at the door, Ate Sonya," we heard a knock. I recognized the voice immediately. When Mama opened the door, I saw Ashley standing outside.
Ashley and I have been friends since we were kids, and we're still friends now. We never fight about anything, not even about crushes or anything else.
"Good morning, Ate Sonya, hi Angie," I quickly interrupted Mama and said goodbye, telling Mama that we're leaving so we won't be late for school.
Ashley and I always go to school together. "Do you have money with you?" she asked. I nodded in response. "How much?" she asked again.
"500 pesos. I'll use 100 pesos for fare, and I'll bring the rest. I'll save the 300 pesos for tomorrow," I replied. She nodded and we waited for the tricycle to school.
When we got on the tricycle, Ashley talked to me. "Do you know the news last night? The professor said Doc Villavente left for Singapore. It's a shame Doc Villavente is leaving our school."
Doc Villavente is kind to us. Whenever a student feels dizzy or has a headache, he sends them home immediately. "Doc Villavente is really nice to us. Oh well, they'll have to find a replacement for him," she said sadly.
"Who's replacing Doc Villavente?" I asked, curious.
"I'm not sure, but they said the one replacing Doc Villavente is... wait, let me check my messages," she opened her phone and checked. "It says Doc... Ace Oliver Saxvora, but they haven't posted his picture yet." So a guy is replacing Doc Villavente?
"Kids, we're here at school, it's 10 pesos per student," the driver said. We gave him the money and entered the school.
As we entered, we found students whispering to each other.
"I wonder if the one replacing Doc Villavente is handsome?"
"I hope he's handsome, and if he is, I'll marry him right away."
"I miss Doc Villavente."
"It's only in the morning and the ugly ones are already gossiping, probably because beauty is all they have," Ashley whispered to me, but I just ignored what she said and continued walking to our classroom.
Our classroom was noisy and chaotic as usual. "Sigh, this is how our classroom is every day," Ashley said as we walked to our seats.
"Angielyn Khale Novestra, the principal is calling you"...
Madam Principal asked, "Do you know each other?" Ashley replied, "No, Mrs. Davis, we just met yesterday at the market. She almost got assaulted by three men, so she ran and bumped into me." Ashley then recounted the incident where she narrowly escaped being assaulted by three men. In the flashback, she rejected their advances and managed to flee, but ended up colliding with a stranger. The stranger, who turned out to be a doctor, intervened and prevented the assault. Ashley's mother arrived, expressing gratitude to the doctor for his help. The flashback ends, and the principal instructs Ashley to give the doctor a tour of the school. As they leave, Ashley's friend wishes her luck, and the doctor confirms he's finished checking something with Miss Novestra.
PROLAGUE I woke up in Familiar Places. I wondered because I was in the Ssg President Office and tied to a bed. I don't know but do you have something and I feel scared because I just cover my mouth and I smell something in it so dizzy that I lost consciousness. I came back to my trance when the door opened and......... "Press. I only said it. But I know he heard that so he grinned at me before approaching and speaking. "Your awake baby... You know I'm excited you to bear my heir. He said this while rubbing my stomach so I was surprised and looked at my body. That's when my knees started shaking because I didn't have a cover and only a blanket was wrapped around it and that's when I felt the pain in my middle so I looked at it and my blood warmed because it just grinned like a demon. "Yes I'll rape you and from now on your mine... only mine... I will not allow anyone to touch what's mine! Understand? It said that it was like a demon so I was scared and I nodded my head. "Good girl. He said this and loosened me up so even though my middle hurt I sat down But I didn't know my body gave in and my vision blurred and..... *EVERYTHING WAS BLACK*
PROLOGUE: "Auntie, it's okay" I told aunty as she pulled my hair into the house. "You really m*l*nd*..you are a woman but what time are you coming home" said aunt angrily I am currently being pulled by my aunt which is my step mother into the house.. aunt just let go of my hair when we got to the living room.. And asusual my two elder brothers are also in the living room and they seem to be very happy with what I am doing. "Auntie, I just worked overtime that's why I just got home" I explained while bowing "You say lum*nd* that's your work, isn't it" replied my step sister Sarah "Yes, you always say that your job is the only reason you do what you do," Sunshine also said "That's not true" I answered "Shut up" I was touched by aunt's cheek By the way, I am Kyla Amethyst Ferrer, 22 years old..I am an orphan, not totally an orphan, well, I have a step mother, my father married her when my mother was n*m*t*y, and my father adopted my step mom's two children. .. When dad died, I became a slave to the family and more than anything they made me a helper..named after the right of the equipment that he gave to his son..is it like cinderella HHAHAHA i dont think so..
"GOOD morning," I greeted the woman at the information desk. "Good morning, ma'am," she greeted me back and smiled. "Which floor is Dr. de Cervantes on?" I politely asked him and he frowned. "5th floor, ma'am. Who are they?" If earlier there was a smile on his lips. Now he was frowning and looking...angry? But why? "I'm Arthea Primero-de Cervantes. I'm his wife," I answered with a smile and I seemed proud to tell him that I was the wife of Dr. de Cervantes. "I'm not joking with you," he said without emotion and I was the one who was very upset. "Me either, I'm not joking around, Miss. I just want to know where my husband's office floor is," I said firmly and there was no emotion in my voice. If he can say he's not joking with me, do I look like I'm joking with him too? Not really, huh? I just want to know which floor my husband's office is on! Oh! It's on the 5th floor! He says. I was about to leave the girl when she stopped me. "Dr. de Cervantes came out earlier, with his wife, miss," he said and really emphasized the word wife. And because of what he said, it seemed like a needle was stuck in my chest. Did I hear it right? Or did I just hear wrong? what? My wife is with her husband? Seriously? Well, I'm still here. Who is that husband? "W-who?" I stuttered to ask the woman. "Jillian de Cervantes," he still smiled at me. Huh? Jillian? Jillian de Cervantes? When did de Cervantes change his surname? And what? J-Jillian? Jillian Ramirez-Are you American? Oh yeah! Jillian, Jillian is his first love. The first woman my husband loved. Levin's first love. I held my chest when I felt it hurt more. Without my own I walked back and I didn't even realize that my tears were flowing abundantly from my eyes. I was at the exit of the hospital when I saw my husband...and that woman was with him. "Thank you for the treat, babe," I heard Jillian say and I stopped walking. "No problem, babe," my husband said with a smile. He was completely different when he was with Jillian. With this woman Lervin was having fun. They were already walking towards my direction and it was like I was nailed to where I was standing. I started to walk and I did. But I lost my balance and fell. I can feel the pain in my chin and I must have a wound in that part. It's funny, I can't stand it. I couldn't move my body. "Miss, are you okay?" asked the man in front of me. Do I look okay in this situation? That's what I would have answered that man. But I couldn't even make my voice out. This is not the first time this has happened to me. I often lose my balance and often cannot speak. Why is it? Is there something wrong with me? H-Am I not normal anymore? "Stand up, stupid." My impending tears began to flow when I heard his cold voice. My husband... #Someday,I'llBeGone
Prologue: KRIZZA'S POV I am forever running here in the vast forest. Tears and don't know where to go. My feet are all sore but I don't care because what's important to me is to get away from this impy-rn-ng place. "There he is!" I was immediately alarmed after spotting some of Jackson's men who were now trying to chase me. I ran even faster until suddenly I tripped. I screamed in pain when something stuck in my left thigh. I cried in pain as I tried to get hold of myself. Even if I wanted to run, I couldn't because of my current situation. D*mn! "Ahhh!" I screamed even louder as I tried to dislodge the wood that was now buried in my thigh. "We got her, boss." I was suddenly chilled after hearing the voice of one of Jackson's men. I slowly turned around and that's when I realized that they were already surrounding me. "He has a wound, we need to get him back to boss." One said and then lifted me into a bridal style. I tried to fight and get away, but what am I fighting against them? There are many of them and I am alone. I can feel the weakness of my body. I am tired of everything that is happening to me now. I just want to die. "Did you really think you could escape me, hm, Krizza?" The man said using his deep, cold voice. He, he is the man I hate so much. The man I thought would protect me, is actually the one who will make me experience a life like hell. I f*ck*ng hate him! "Time to face your punishment, Cara."
PROLOGUE: I'm now looking at a handsome man lying next to me. He sleeps soundly. He is like an angel in my eyes, but if you really get to know him, his attitude is the opposite. "Andrew..." I said his name while my tears fell one by one. "Are you ready, Rhyme?" I looked behind me, I looked at him with tears in my eyes. "You don't have to do this, rhyme. Even if you give your eyes to him, nothing will change. Remember the only woman he loves is -" I immediately stood up from where I was going to sit before he could continue what he had to say. her. "I know that... I'm not the type to just give my eye away. Ian, please talk even now, don't make me worry about that. Let me do it to the man I love. Even that he can't reciprocate the love I give," I bent down and gently stroked my stomach and turned to Andrew. The man I love will never reciprocate my love. "Rhyme, are you that desperate for that man? Rhyme, please talk. As your cousin, I advise you not to give him your eyes. Especially when you bring your child to that man." He preached to me. It's painful to accept. But yes, I'm desperate when it comes to the man I love. In my desperation, even if I knew I was going to harm my future child, I would do it anyway. I will give my eyes to Andrew. "Ian, I'm not going to change my mind. Go ahead, Ian. I...let's continue with the operation. I'm ready." Ma stuttering said My tears continue to fall, trying to wipe them away, but every time I wipe my tears, new ones come out again. "Oh gosh, rhyme! You're pregnant! Don't you even think about the child in your womb!? If we continue this, I'm sure your child's life will be in danger, and then I'll see you again, rhyme. Rich As for the village's family, they can also find a donor!" I'm almost deaf from his yelling at me. Instead of being angry with him, I am angry with myself. I'm so selfish and heartless, because even though I have eyes, I'm still blind for the man I love. "I've made up my mind, Ian. And even if they're rich, the man I love hasn't seen you for almost a few months. Please talk, Ian. Don't just be a dad and do your job." Ian looked at me with anger in his eyes. "I love you as my cousin, Rhyme. But your love for that man is really too much, that even if you know that you will destroy your child, you will still allow the operation. Take care of your life, Rhyme. That's your decision . But I hope you don't feel guilty about what you do." It coldly says that you will still be filled with anger and sadness. A nurse approached him and whispered something to him before looking at me intently. "Get ready, Rhyme. The operation is about to begin. Get ready to kill your own offspring." He said and turned to the man who was fast asleep behind me before storming out of this room. I can't blame Ian. What he said is right. If I make a decision, I may kill the child in my womb. But what can I do? I love Andrew. What is the use of my eyes? If I always hurt myself because of my love for Andrew. If I go blind because I gave my eyes to the man I love, it's not bad. Because even if I love him, I won't see the events that will hurt my heart. To see him happy in the company of others, To see him staring at me, To always push me away and To see him cry when you are out of his sight. "I love you Andrew." I said it almost in a whisper and was accompanied by my tears as I looked at Andrew who had closed his eyes not far away. The man I love the most. Ian didn't stop whining, obviously not wanting to continue with the operation. But he can't do anything. My decision is complete. I thought about the child in my womb. He was not born with a decision, but he was never able to experience life in the world. Forgive mommy, baby. I love your dad so much that I did this to destroy him. Forgive me, my child. I even heard a nurse say to my cousin, Ian, who never stopped cursing before I was engulfed in darkness. "The donor is now asleep, please Doctor, Ian. Let's proceed with the operation." goodbye My child. I really love your daddy.
Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. What’s worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldn’t thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesn’t seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that he’s different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?
My marriage to Mathias was supposed to make me the happiest woman in the world. Although I knew he didn't love me, I thought he would fall for me once I showered him with all the love I had to give. Five years passed and Mathias still didn't give a damn about me. Instead, he met his true love and cut all ties with me because of her. He showed her off; something he never did for me. His abandonment pushed me into depression. I was broken in every sense of the word. Even on my deathbed, my so-called husband didn't come to say goodbye to me. When I opened my eyes again, I found myself reborn. I was still Mathias's wife and it was two months before he met his true love. In this life, I refused to be hurt by him again. After talking some sense into my head, I asked him for a divorce in other to escape being heartbroken like I was previously. Mathias tore up the divorce papers time and time again while also shutting me down. "Rylie, stop all this nonsense! Playing hard to get doesn't work anymore!" To show him that I was dead serious, I went ahead to file for divorce. Only then did he panic. He abandoned the "woman of his dreams" and came to my side. "Please give me a second chance, Rylie. I promise to do right by you. You'll be the only woman in my heart from now on. Don't leave me, okay?" A war broke out in my mind after this apology. On one hand, I didn't want to be hurt again. And on the other, I didn't want to let go of the man I loved so dearly. What should I do?!
"You're my wife in name only, on paper only. My heart and love will never be yours." Edward made it clear to Daisy that she was nothing to him. They were both victims of family greed -- the marriage was arranged for them. Six years passed. She remained quiet, gaining a reputation in the army as a tough-as-nails colonel. When she walked into his life again, Edward fell in love with this woman, unlike any he had known. She surprised and delighted him. But will Daisy take him back? Can their son keep them together? Can the rift between them be healed? Pick this one up and find out!
Julia and Evan were the perfect couple-or so she thought. But everything changed when Evan abruptly ended their relationship, leaving her heartbroken and unable to tell him she was carrying his child. Years later, Julia has built a life for herself and her son, Andy, while Evan has risen to unimaginable wealth and success. Their paths cross again at a chance meeting, but Julia soon discovers Evan has moved on with someone else. Julia is done with the pain. She's fought battles alone, raising a son who deserves the truth about his father, even if Evan doesn't deserve her forgiveness. When Julia told Evan years ago she had something to say, he didn't listen. Now, it's time for him to listen. But is it too late to reclaim what he lost? "We should break up," he'd said, the words cutting through her like glass. The pregnancy test in her pocket stayed hidden, just like the child they would never share. Now, it's Evan's turn to hear the truth-and to face his deepest regret.