Jonathan is poor and suffered all kinds of humiliations and embarrassment from his in-laws and everyone. He works hard to make a worthy life but his efforts are never appreciated. His in-laws despise him and everyone else sees him as a loser. However, Jonathan was the only son and heir to the Mario empire, the greatest empire in his country. He broke away from his family empire, due to the death of his parents, and wanted to be alone as a man of himself, having nothing to do with his family name. Things did not work out for him as he planned, he is now poor and his plans and dreams crashed into the dust. Jonathan became Mr. Samson's family driver, a very wealthy family which does not mingle with the average not to talk more of the poor. Mr Samson's youngest daughter fell in love with Jonathan and they secretly got married. A day after their marriage, Mr. Samson brought a suitor for her youngest daughter only to find out that she has secretly married their family driver. Mr. Samson kicked against the marriage and ordered Jonathan to divorce her or he lose his job. The daughter brought out some documents and handed them over to his father, going through the documents he found that her daughter was already pregnant for Jonathan. How will Jonathan survive in this situation? FIND OUT!
Chapter 1
"Are you certain this is a good idea?" The parish priest, Father Daniel quizzed with a skeptical look.
Jonathan and Regina's eyes met where they sat nervously across each other in the small, dimly lit room of the parish priest's office, the scent of incense hung in the air. Jonathan studied Regina, "Yes, we are sure." he said firmly.
Father Daniel doesn't look convinced by Jonathan's answer, "You understand what you're requesting I do right?"
It had been Jonathan's idea to marry Regina in secret. Despite his wish to declare to the world his love, and claim her, he couldn't. Not with Regina's disapproving family, breathing down their necks. This was the only hope for their relationship, and Regina suggested Father Daniel to help them. The priest has been with Regina throughout her entire growth until now and has Regina's trust.
"Father, please do this for us," Regina spoke up when she caught sight of doubt filling his eyes. This was their last resort and she needed badly for Father Daniel to agree.
"We love each other, sir, please," Jonathan pleaded earnestly.
Father Daniel knew It wasn't a good idea but could he turn his back on these poor children? He rose from his chair, to move to the altar at the side of his office, then knelt.
Jonathan and Regina watched anxiously for what felt like an eternity and when Father Daniel finally stood, he turned to the nervous couple,
"Before I proceed," he began, his voice firm and yet filled with compassion, "Let me remind you that marriage is a sacred bond, one that shouldn't be taken lightly but I admire your love and courage, and I choose to believe in the sanctity of your union. I've decided to join you both."
Relief washed over the couple as tears filled Regina's eyes. "Thank you, Father," her voice choked with emotion.
The ceremony happened almost immediately, with Father Daniel doing just as he had promised. The wedding was brief, with only the priest as witnesses to their vows. Father Daniel watched the lovebirds exchange rings and promises, and a sense of peace filled him, making him know he made the right decision.
"I pronounce man and wife," Father Daniel declared, "You may kiss the bride."
Their kiss sealed the union and Father Daniel was smiling as he handed them a marriage certificate, the proof of their commitment.
"So what next, newlyweds?" Father Daniel quizzed.
Jonathan beamed, hugging his new wife to his side, "I booked us a place for later, sir. But I thank you again, none of this would be possible without you."
Regina stepped forward to hug Father Daniel, "Thank you so much, I will never forget this."
Father Daniel patted her back and pulled away, "I am glad I could help."
That night, the couple checked into a modest hotel, celebrating their new life together, and discussing dreams and hopes.
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Morning came too quickly for the newlyweds, and the reality of their lives flooded back. The drive back to Regina's home was quiet, and when Jonathan parked the car outside Regina's large family house,
"I don't want to go in," Regina admitted.
Jonathan nodded in understanding and reached for her hand. "You won't have to deal with anything alone, I'll be here for you henceforth."
They both comforted each other before stepping out of the car, Regina sensed something was wrong as she stepped into her house to find her family gathered in the living room, with an unfamiliar, wealthy-looking man seated with them causing her fear. Regina's family fixed them with a piercing gaze.
Mary, Regina's eldest sister frowned, "Jonathan, how many times will I have to tell you not to drive my car around? I need it washed now, I have places to be." she ordered, not hiding her disdain.
Jonathan glanced at Regina before leaving and once Jonathan left, Regina's mother then gestured towards the stranger. "This is Jackson."
Regina eyed Jackson suspiciously, "Is anything wrong?"
"Remember our discussion on finding someone, well we finally did." Regina's father announced.
Regina's heart sank as she looked at Jackson, who smiled smugly.
Regina's mother smiled, "You don't have to worry yourself, honey, Jackson is very capable and will take good care of you."
Regina frowned, "But I can't."
Regina's father frowned, "Did you say something?"
"I can't," she gulped, "I can't betray my husband."
The room fell silent before Regina's mother chuckled, "Is this a joke to you?"
Regina shook her head, "I love him."
Mary laughed, "I'm expecting you to laugh and say it's a joke."
"It's true," Regina opened her bag and brought out a certificate.
Mary gasped, "Is that what I think it is? The husband isn't Jonathan, right?" Regina's mother slammed her hand on the table, "Mary go get Jonathan."
He bowed his head and willed his tears to not drop from his eyes. "I have absolutely nothing, Troy. I am nothing and I know that, but please, help me. She'll die if you don't." "Oh, really?" Troy asked in fake sympathy. "What do you need from me, Nelson?" Troy asked calmly this time and Nelson looked up in high expectations. "$ 700,000 is all I ask for, Troy. That's how much is needed to cover her surgery costs." "That is a lot of money, Nelson, and you know that money isn't one to come by easily," Troy said, drinking directly from his champagne bottle. The bottle's tag read the cost to be $ 1, 000,000. "I know, but I promise to be your servant till I am able to repay." Nelson was desperate and he knew that time was running out. ***** Nelson unfortunately lost his mother due to lack of money for her medical bills. He had taken every possible option to raise the money but was treated as trash. However, the saddened event resulted in his turnaround as he now inherited a trillion-dollar empire. The school's pauper has risen to surpass everyone.
"Henry James, a man who once woke up to mockery and lived life like a joke that everyone enjoyed laughing at, including his wife and her family, his co-workers, and strangers on the streets." The mockery from other people of his everyday life was something that weighed the life of Henry James down and to add on it, he was about to be kicked out of his job. After a car accident and with the help of a mysterious man, Henry learns the truth about himself and becomes a trillionaire, a descendant of the throne of Dragon Palace Homeworld, and with the help of the dragon necklace inherited from his ancestors, begins a vendetta for revenge. Consumed by rage and aspirations to restore the glory of Dragon Palace and prove all the critics wrong, Henry proceeded with the steps towards the further domination of the global market for the Dragon Palace empire But, unexpectedly, Henry faced not only the economic struggle but also the most crucial search for the identify and hidden motives of all those who aimed to bring the young man to the grave, devour the legacy of his parents. The Adventures of Henry is a story that takes us through the experiences of the boy from the rags to riches- from being a poor boy who struggles to fend for himself and fend off bullies, to a mighty sea hero who fights and defeats the sea monsters and finally prevails over his enemies to unravel all the mysteries of the beautiful Dragon Palace of envy, revenge and power.
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As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"
Belinda thought after divorce, they would part ways for good - he could live his life on his own terms, while she could indulge in the rest of hers. However, fate had other plans in store. "My darling, I was wrong. Would you please come back to me?" The man, whom she once loved deeply, lowered his once proud head humbly. "I beg you to return to me." Belinda coldly pushed away the bouquet of flowers he had offered her and coolly replied, "It's too late. The bridge has been burned, and the ashes have long since scattered to the wind!"