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2633711	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 5:52 AM	1733881968	1746269538		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469480576_543365908527474_5778455623008082774_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qk4QpDI6nWQQ7kNvgGw-kVi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYDCbuhwrGlZN-SQ6HWwhd_c4B5Ob8G9AP6W4-MzbsxFfw&oe=675ED7A6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634036	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	7/2/25, 3:24 PM	1733881990	1751487892		1987																														IMAGE						1.4058285931194E+14	Westlake Ace Hardware Edmond Danforth & Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469753332_1087649539496824_3575068807151345781_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Io6I7QgYjMMQ7kNvgHn5Qb_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A5P5EvtQem4NYhbz48N8wWn&oh=00_AYCjsIy-mvT9XytKJjXooyU7wjw1I-iN1a5maFqfepLMqQ&oe=675EAC6F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We have brine in stock to help make that perfect moist turkey for Christmas.		Westlake Ace Hardware Edmond Danforth & Kelly		214	https://www.facebook.com/WestlakeHardwareDanforth/	0										View Edit Delete
2632625	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 2:27 AM	1733881868	1746257272		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632961	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/23/25, 6:58 AM	1733881899	1748001537		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632717	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 4:43 PM	1733881879	1749159798		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459528630_2026206471170939_4210841087670428699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R4k6284i_CoQ7kNvgF194aK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAV4I-yxQvmSytHqtTPGBxOz6saWAJipBQmQuWhA6XS1A&oe=675EA66C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633741	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 8:11 AM	1733881970	1746277866		1987																														IMAGE						83681432739	Carlos O'Kelly's	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469896820_1315191129642585_7363009933531650085_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Akyr3Rh2x3kQ7kNvgG_ydo-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBJ7RvRfq6k0Vjv8K1PwXiweYcyEY2Dx52fEkqAIVG34A&oe=675EA66B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Put a little sizzle in your step! Carlos O'Kelly's new BIGGER, bolder Fajitas. Fresh grilled sizzling steak, shrimp, or chicken, served with juicy caramelized fajita veggies, your choice of a side, and warm flour tortillas. Feeling bold? Add our mouthwatering roasted mushroom, bacon, and jack topper.		Carlos O'Kelly's		66422	https://www.facebook.com/carlosokellys/	0										View Edit Delete
2632671	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/7/25, 1:54 PM	1733881873	1746644081		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460715832_415028057897621_7384244897386655922_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_c2Fvl7SZdAQ7kNvgHN4Xll&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCksYLKSvN8bcVdR4PgPH13mIo501qRtq2yvfpG7cvRdw&oe=675EC699	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633277	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 6:45 PM	1733881929	1749167137		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634162	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 4:55 PM	1733881999	1749160553		1987																										redfin.com	Contact us			IMAGE	Book a tour today	Your perfect home is waiting	https://www.redfin.com/TN/Chattanooga/821-Burnside-Pl-37408/home/188535200			6997803635	Redfin	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469713304_1730073527535645_5983537034143308051_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kkAGGFSG3WkQ7kNvgH0tS6Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYBw9lqA9dRwkhu7QUgi8a4I3hOwurJtTwlph_ab-KgjUA&oe=675EA71F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Book a same-day tour with Redfin agent Kelly Hailey before the home you love is gone.		Redfin		468012	https://www.facebook.com/redfin/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633504	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 11:09 PM	1733881954	1749096586		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGmezm9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxFqFUOVWKvUK9ZImEE2WOV&oh=00_AYAJWPH4FPYylD5LIwf7XZHNjjPro0Pr33eLD1HHLtq7XA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632858	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 9:34 PM	1733881889	1749263652		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kellysprofitplaybook			2.2421669410395E+14	Kelly D	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780418_889096186543761_5240659350403211158_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uRymwY20lxQQ7kNvgF8MUWj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYCgVJtBOWIPlZCttOVVzI1AapTviDVs_ewOH8QWh3Dh9Q&oe=675EB645	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly D		6	https://www.facebook.com/61555465689220/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2632912	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 6:02 PM	1733881895	1749164577		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470024951_925481716207365_5371822030697614821_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=izb3Nox_WUwQ7kNvgF427eu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA8XpkM_tIG_7rZ8kfo2POmZHg3gUe2GUw_jCTEl-h-8A&oe=675ED671	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I was bullied over and over at school. My Beta father and brother stood by, coldly watching. They thought I was too weak to fight back. What they didn’t know was that my wolf was the strongest warrior in the pack... *** SLAM. The slap hit harder than usual. “What did I do this time, princess?” I taunted, mocking Kaley. “You loser, don’t you dare stop me from disciplining that pup!” she hissed. Everyone around us watched or laughed, including my Beta brother and the future leaders of the pack. “Pick on someone your own size,” I shot back. Another slap followed, blood dripping down my face. But I didn’t care. I had my wolf—stronger than anyone could imagine. No one could see the real me. It’s better that Kaley targets me than any vulnerable pups in the pack. All I needed to do was keep my head low, train hard, and one day, leave this pathetic pack behind. Training was the one place where I didn’t have to worry about Kaley. It was where I could just be myself, unnoticed, free from her cruelty. But today... everything changed. Sierra walked in like she owned the place. The guys couldn’t stop staring at her during practice. “Alright, Sierra, you’re on the attack. Skylar, use the new defensive move and try to pin her in less than thirty seconds,” Delta Kyle called out. I froze. Sierra looked stronger than me, and I wasn’t ready to show anyone my true strength. The room buzzed with disbelief—mumbles of “What?” and “Thirty seconds? No way.” Even my Beta brother shifted uncomfortably, while the twin Alphas eyed me intently. My wolf stirred uneasily. We had always preferred staying in the shadows, but now... that wasn’t an option. “No one can do that in thirty seconds,” a voice sneered from the back. A chorus of laughs followed. The guys were full of themselves, unable to even handle basic moves in training. My blood boiled, my wolf growled. Shall we? I asked her. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask. *** The rest of the day passed in a blur after I beat Sierra in the practice drill. Somehow, we ended up becoming friends. Now, we were both invited to the bonfire party—by the hottest guys in school. Surrounded by the future twin Alphas, Beta, Gamma, and Delta, I could feel their eyes on me, full of curiosity. I tried to focus on the bonfire, hoping my cheeks would cool down from the attention. Alpha Cameron casually mentioned that his dad—the pack Alpha—had told him that all the warriors tried and failed to match my time record from earlier. He asked how I’d done it, and his twin, Alpha Dakota, was just as curious. “I just attend all the training sessions,” I shrugged, trying to downplay it. The group around me inhaled sharply. Gamma Oliver nearly choked on his beer, “How do you even have time for all that training? Don’t you hang out with friends?” They had no idea. I didn’t have any friends before. Kaley made sure of that—she made anyone who even looked at me suffer... Just then, a shrill voice pierced the air. It was Kaley. She strutted in with her minions, Jeanie and Marnie, all in tight skirts and high heels, immediately drawing attention. I felt a wave of regret. Maybe I shouldn’t have come. But to my surprise, the guys didn’t look thrilled by her entrance either. Kaley didn’t care. She marched straight over to Cameron and Dakota, wine in hand, pouting and giggling. “I forgot the wine glasses,” she cooed, trying to play the damsel in distress. Sierra, ever the bold one, smiled sweetly. “You could just drink from the bottle.” Kaley shot her a venomous glare, clearly irritated by how comfortable Sierra seemed sitting in Sam’s lap. Ignoring Sierra, she began suggesting the boys take shots off the girls. She flipped her hair, batted her lashes at Cameron and Dakota, clearly trying to charm them into her trap. Sam hesitated, then spoke up. 'I’d like to pair up with Sierra.' He was struggling to find a way to take things further with Sierra. Kaley immediately claimed the twins for herself, while her minions took Beta and Gamma. Everyone had a partner... except for me. Kaley acted as if I didn’t mind being left out. That’s when Oliver pointed at me and said, “Skylar needs a partner too.” My face turned bright red. Kaley’s expression twisted in disgust. She waved her hand dismissively, scoffing, “I’m sure she doesn’t mind being the odd one out.” But the moment the words left her mouth, something shifted. The guys—all five of them—turned to her with a collective growl.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633517	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 1:32 PM	1733881955	1746297126		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/christina.patricio			1.0990719618236E+14	The Patricios	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469614301_587049653737148_467496676460531566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=taMJy90d_BAQ7kNvgHzZVdy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDR-oHv24-SC_l1nbK4-TbU12-tqkKqzZmrb-H9JD-wbg&oe=675EAB82	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		GIVEAWAY!!!! Merry Christmas! I want to share a gift that I got the kids for Christmas, but you can’t tell them okay! We are going to the Disney Descendants Zombies World Collide Tour summer 2025! Not only do we have tickets, we have meet and greet passes, and will be able to see our friends Kylie Cantrall, Freya Skye, Malia Baker, Malachi Barton, Dara Reneé, Joshua Colley and Mekonnen Knife. If you have been following us for a while you know we are obsessed with Descendants and Zombies in this house. We listen to the soundtracks non-stop, we have interviewed and met the casts and attended premieres for their movies. So we are super excited for this interactive live concert experience. The kids will find out on Christmas morning that they are going, but I also want to give one of you 4 tickets to the LA show on Wednesday July 23. To enter: 1. Follow us on Instagram @christina.patricio 2. Like and comment on this post 3. Save and share with others. A winner will be selected soon. Tickets are already on sale, so buy tickets to the Descendants/Zombies Worlds Collide Tour now! These would make the perfect stocking stuffer or Christmas gift. @DisneyConcerts #DisneyPartner #DZWorldsCollideTour		The Patricios		964	https://www.facebook.com/thepatricios/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633014	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 12:57 AM	1733881908	1749362224		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/mindthetulle			2.5224516482826E+14	KellyMarie	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469692535_1088619032568930_6351351728567247346_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ojObKoNXLJ8Q7kNvgGv2LGR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYDtI-PeiJqZvws-52NHm0Abjx909gp4j8EEXO653kpjKw&oe=675EB811	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		‘HEY! A CHILD IS BORN!’ is available NOW 🎄# This song is so special to me and I even had kids join to sing and shout on the track. Hey! Our Savior has come - let’s celebrate!! ~KellyMarie #christmasmusic #singersongwriter #newchristianmusic #christmas2024 #indiepop #jesusisthereasonfortheseason #heyachildisborn		KellyMarie		2102	https://www.facebook.com/mindthetulle/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632868	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 11:25 AM	1733881891	1749054303		1987																										herbaly.com	Learn More			DCO	My All-Natural BLOOD SUGAR Routine 🌿	30 Day Risk Free Satisfaction Guarantee	https://www.herbaly.com/landers/wellness-functional-tea/hb01			2.3893588010959E+14	Herbaly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469965007_1949957775494837_594468585866315765_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RemPaJ43JEwQ7kNvgGq8ZhD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYC3uysbdZEBW9AcmZjoL0WAg9ZZndX5Q2UN9RXGcfw1-w&oe=675EC086	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is the truth. I normally stay in 150-180 range but now I’m in the 90-120 range. I’m not sure how it works but it works." | Deshawndra A.		Herbaly		21531	https://www.facebook.com/herbaly/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634102	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 10:14 PM	1733881995	1749179671		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469286315_1969486583572381_1329378180860169051_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tlKi5gCQ6JcQ7kNvgH8OEaq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYDGVv0A_3TwJV_jOMs1jViPFRvlhsYMI3bggFZktp954Q&oe=675ECEBE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633979	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 4:11 AM	1733881987	1749114694		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469417457_1106360361136176_4686836692106787779_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YeXkQ6t1fXYQ7kNvgFoOeNV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYDgPSMUN3rg-2sbqtPcFwtBbEnLMpyL7oiQyThMBh4ibw&oe=675ED111	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633556	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 5:32 AM	1733881959	1749551557		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUcfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469475445_913877340849575_1851613801733935817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1L0DYI_bHDMQ7kNvgH56Gd9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDwl1zifpOsE8Y3-bRcPGEVQxRE5eUltrvhWtSEaF7K4Q&oe=675EC86D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632714	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 3:20 AM	1733881878	1749198020		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459337110_1229099008283530_7805835300180501436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q6uM1gP-DzEQ7kNvgHW02NV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCB308_ApqPRkWpYpxSxyqdfQN9yBFQG4dQgulyjE8lbw&oe=675EB3E4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633554	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 8:42 PM	1733881958	1746322973		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672840_1668361717098879_1487715057775333699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hRa7FlNG72AQ7kNvgFJ-VvT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB8TWUsB-GwoLe_Bh0HOtnlFmqBpqrulg1mT4v4_MWqDA&oe=675EBC2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633236	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 3:47 AM	1733881926	1749199666		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633491	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:17 AM	1733881953	1748967436		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						2.6714435010674E+14	North Carolina Mountain Towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469970995_1264046478155742_5583764397603297602_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=utSjT6TsE_4Q7kNvgE0Kfg8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABHKthG3gPMq-h1elEQs5vk&oh=00_AYAoMWL1-Y0n_to72ATfzB04WSOpuprp5i6S4MtvWm_f8Q&oe=675EB4BD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ Holidays in Cherokee, NC are extra special! From the Enchanted Island of Lights at Oconaluftee Island Park to shops with native and local crafts to viewing the elk to superb fly fishing and more, it's the perfect place to make memories. 💚 Plan your trip and find your lodging here! ➡️ https://jax.onl/lodging 📷 Kelly Lloyd @nativeamerican_craftshop @robertjwagnerphotography @riversedgenc @davidbstrickland @kkopp_redsox		North Carolina Mountain Towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva		376952	https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverJacksonNC/	0										View Edit Delete
2632584	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 2:43 AM	1733881865	1749800592		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460810830_386022504546583_4449310275471778756_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=laaRFEVt26sQ7kNvgGderS5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCS_aZHTgh_8DdN6BqbtdLp7VUkxmWlocSRRsX4Zob6OQ&oe=675ED132	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632639	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 6:01 AM	1733881869	1749726099		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632647	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 10:15 PM	1733881869	1749525351		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459420534_1028491418966118_6401726771713912672_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hZVULpv_NZMQ7kNvgFub3Co&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB6Zpk-oSRQ7Ddn0S4G_MZrsJ63zblorPjs0VtzA34HPw&oe=675EA797	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632653	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:22 AM	1733881870	1749817377		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459492555_877862810485497_5713673609866983434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zsT7Jr7unEgQ7kNvgEGMDOK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDOb53ZO4uWBhKsHdv6oTTHS-XNIgEGBDEvPxdI8TOHsg&oe=675EB254	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632657	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 9:40 AM	1733881870	1749652801		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459492555_877862810485497_5713673609866983434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zsT7Jr7unEgQ7kNvgEGMDOK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDOb53ZO4uWBhKsHdv6oTTHS-XNIgEGBDEvPxdI8TOHsg&oe=675EB254	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632666	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 9:08 AM	1733881872	1746108519		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632672	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 4:19 AM	1733881873	1749719980		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460715832_415028057897621_7384244897386655922_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_c2Fvl7SZdAQ7kNvgHN4Xll&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCksYLKSvN8bcVdR4PgPH13mIo501qRtq2yvfpG7cvRdw&oe=675EC699	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632674	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881874	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire and His Blood wife👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458769627_832827298955953_3464472771163015071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X04D_Z_MxH0Q7kNvgEkSstj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAdE84HEKIyPKSsl9ydIBwth645U0cBA6iA0_i280JzzA&oe=675EC71E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This series is so incredible! I can't stop watching! #Next episode is amazing!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632677	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 7:17 PM	1733881874	1749687469		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire and His Blood wife👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458769627_832827298955953_3464472771163015071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X04D_Z_MxH0Q7kNvgEkSstj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAdE84HEKIyPKSsl9ydIBwth645U0cBA6iA0_i280JzzA&oe=675EC71E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This series is so incredible! I can't stop watching! #Next episode is amazing!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632679	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 1:48 AM	1733881874	1749883695		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459712650_1573936379870385_1009548735214622604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ArLzS_63YUgQ7kNvgE6D-c8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAzXVAr73NFwnDGl_Zd8Bv9cciVUAbO5w12nbPMHDIVSw&oe=675EABC7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632681	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 5:27 PM	1733881874	1746311226		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459712650_1573936379870385_1009548735214622604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ArLzS_63YUgQ7kNvgE6D-c8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAzXVAr73NFwnDGl_Zd8Bv9cciVUAbO5w12nbPMHDIVSw&oe=675EABC7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632684	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 1:02 AM	1733881874	1749880959		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458764566_846248010965531_5001198039813926096_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YWUGMI6lG3MQ7kNvgEugEHT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCCyHupIGhniLjgA7VdDfnKixDtaN2NJn6KxseI0TFcLw&oe=675EB07E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632688	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 8:42 AM	1733881874	1749562924		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458764566_846248010965531_5001198039813926096_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YWUGMI6lG3MQ7kNvgEugEHT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCCyHupIGhniLjgA7VdDfnKixDtaN2NJn6KxseI0TFcLw&oe=675EB07E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632687	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 9:17 AM	1733881874	1749737873		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458764566_846248010965531_5001198039813926096_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YWUGMI6lG3MQ7kNvgEugEHT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCCyHupIGhniLjgA7VdDfnKixDtaN2NJn6KxseI0TFcLw&oe=675EB07E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632698	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/8/25, 6:04 PM	1733881876	1746745450		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632702	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/7/25, 2:36 AM	1733881876	1746603381		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632703	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/8/25, 1:28 AM	1733881877	1746685738		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632710	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881878	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459337110_1229099008283530_7805835300180501436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q6uM1gP-DzEQ7kNvgHW02NV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCB308_ApqPRkWpYpxSxyqdfQN9yBFQG4dQgulyjE8lbw&oe=675EB3E4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632721	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:38 PM	1733881879	1749861489		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458966713_1217234019516358_951567379151821286_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SQt4_SaGMzEQ7kNvgGqOaX7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYC48fGB8l1UWAue7TNLZnoU-WBWRZrWsDoneNfAgtuJqA&oe=675EB73A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632719	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 10:13 PM	1733881879	1749870835		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459528630_2026206471170939_4210841087670428699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R4k6284i_CoQ7kNvgF194aK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAV4I-yxQvmSytHqtTPGBxOz6saWAJipBQmQuWhA6XS1A&oe=675EA66C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632723	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881879	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458966713_1217234019516358_951567379151821286_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SQt4_SaGMzEQ7kNvgGqOaX7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYC48fGB8l1UWAue7TNLZnoU-WBWRZrWsDoneNfAgtuJqA&oe=675EB73A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632725	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 8:00 AM	1733881879	1749128416		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459838968_8514544031929920_6260341156900227967_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B_KfdwBV-nUQ7kNvgEZNrNC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYA_-BrxJH8IiYV5cjBNmKrWdOkycOlOihD4xC1HpiABoQ&oe=675EA767	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632724	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 9:14 AM	1733881879	1749132889		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458966713_1217234019516358_951567379151821286_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SQt4_SaGMzEQ7kNvgGqOaX7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYC48fGB8l1UWAue7TNLZnoU-WBWRZrWsDoneNfAgtuJqA&oe=675EB73A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632733	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 3:57 AM	1733881880	1749113870		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458984133_538108755349989_1547624346699276740_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vC1f60eJEuUQ7kNvgHCbaKu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBx1HA4cq3AfXovQd0b-tZWkqhKi9eXKQIQMMam7qJ06g&oe=675EBF52	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632727	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 4:59 AM	1733881880	1749117595		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459838968_8514544031929920_6260341156900227967_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B_KfdwBV-nUQ7kNvgEZNrNC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYA_-BrxJH8IiYV5cjBNmKrWdOkycOlOihD4xC1HpiABoQ&oe=675EA767	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632736	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 9:38 AM	1733881880	1746110337		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460958149_1351683066203452_4057432403671853644_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TplY2A-1cKwQ7kNvgFD_prF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDIrUcBAmK4Pt_PrtmbVVZUFjurKNtoDJPMhZr9DfyB9g&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632737	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:06 AM	1733881880	1749099984		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460958149_1351683066203452_4057432403671853644_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TplY2A-1cKwQ7kNvgFD_prF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDIrUcBAmK4Pt_PrtmbVVZUFjurKNtoDJPMhZr9DfyB9g&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632741	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:19 AM	1733881881	1749100780		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460888670_426699159994963_6927780453717343510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3LRygzydUl8Q7kNvgFEClxE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBOLSKyqO4I4rFFgypurHfx90_rbAHidQP-ZL9IKhkHNQ&oe=675ED22D	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632745	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/7/25, 3:51 PM	1733881881	1746651103		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460961842_1481455489176821_6736918510859607760_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z3YUc9C2JxcQ7kNvgGRRZah&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBX4issU03kZHeLTyoB7tQLOy8qzmrsclDUcjrXagMXVA&oe=675EB380	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632751	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 4:48 PM	1733881881	1749246488		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462133571_1260706201751848_2100004664063170507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f93_AcEzdckQ7kNvgGdQYR6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCp0NKR_KbLX4QiV2TAgHuYd7tngVjwoIlPDOLExV0Z2A&oe=675ED9A4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632752	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:06 AM	1733881881	1749100009		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462133571_1260706201751848_2100004664063170507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f93_AcEzdckQ7kNvgGdQYR6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCp0NKR_KbLX4QiV2TAgHuYd7tngVjwoIlPDOLExV0Z2A&oe=675ED9A4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632749	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:18 AM	1733881881	1749100705		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461686156_1560443228180885_3396688902021659605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=b6dvdCDk6JEQ7kNvgESPe9Q&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDaGFMhwcVhdCMQ0cgTj2CLzg8asm6EwYUqrLA06o5Fzg&oe=675EBD5A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632754	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 8:38 PM	1733881881	1746322709		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462133571_1260706201751848_2100004664063170507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f93_AcEzdckQ7kNvgGdQYR6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCp0NKR_KbLX4QiV2TAgHuYd7tngVjwoIlPDOLExV0Z2A&oe=675ED9A4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632757	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 5:59 AM	1733881881	1749121186		1987																											Watch more			VIDEO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461178618_1251947986237964_2448276683134180913_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6NudW_o4brkQ7kNvgF_9V0P&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDJLp0gNxof61jE7Lr3X6dGWWkLA0G_LoQWBoubX40gQw&oe=675EB09E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632758	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/5/25, 11:04 AM	1733881882	1746461059		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461558175_1436936056991592_5301050588600371403_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uVQuh-KoCWsQ7kNvgEE-7eJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCpcMYNkT7OIUjE-5ZsX6cyGapEz8Sy_K60ZqfiqqvPww&oe=675EA667	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632759	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 4:39 AM	1733881882	1749116365		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461558175_1436936056991592_5301050588600371403_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uVQuh-KoCWsQ7kNvgEE-7eJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCpcMYNkT7OIUjE-5ZsX6cyGapEz8Sy_K60ZqfiqqvPww&oe=675EA667	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632762	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:12 AM	1733881882	1749100368		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462139670_1759760148099406_6169793968710844131_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-kNbL-sB3G0Q7kNvgFuyIKH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDhMgrNhxKb-UyNRl8k7347Q7ugw_jjtX4tQ_RuJ9vrWA&oe=675EC632	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632763	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 8:38 AM	1733881882	1749130721		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462139670_1759760148099406_6169793968710844131_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-kNbL-sB3G0Q7kNvgFuyIKH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDhMgrNhxKb-UyNRl8k7347Q7ugw_jjtX4tQ_RuJ9vrWA&oe=675EC632	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632761	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 11:08 AM	1733881882	1749139687		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462139670_1759760148099406_6169793968710844131_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-kNbL-sB3G0Q7kNvgFuyIKH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDhMgrNhxKb-UyNRl8k7347Q7ugw_jjtX4tQ_RuJ9vrWA&oe=675EC632	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632766	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 4:46 AM	1733881882	1749116785		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459981452_1765710160838117_6128648309256408352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EI9Ja3JO6JoQ7kNvgFmJJNL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYB8USFMO6aCU7JjnD_zFPuDzJyMP0HqkosmZImqcSenrg&oe=675EC207	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632772	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 4:06 AM	1733881883	1749805581		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460927835_521784770706201_6256578325209079264_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nuu3vyzhIWcQ7kNvgHQ7cKb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYDszsxoSKAfh3tQcpYt074cm_ikACyW_k0RFUFsVQbpsQ&oe=675EAA87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632773	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 7:26 PM	1733881883	1746318407		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460927835_521784770706201_6256578325209079264_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nuu3vyzhIWcQ7kNvgHQ7cKb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYDszsxoSKAfh3tQcpYt074cm_ikACyW_k0RFUFsVQbpsQ&oe=675EAA87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632962	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/30/25, 6:22 AM	1733881899	1746012141		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632995	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/28/25, 12:58 AM	1733881903	1748411884		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/metrotech08			1.0744212429561E+14	metrotech08	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/404349274_731192945020414_2012376479357568815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=SGlWrHyaAFIQ7kNvgF4Pz5u&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCa1ntjtVHTUDK8Jf84FTJqq2u376liN3WwuFeV9IbP6Q&oe=675EA3DB	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				metrotech08		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/metrotech08	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633002	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 8:26 AM	1733881904	1746278815		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/metrotech08			1.0744212429561E+14	metrotech08	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/404349274_731192945020414_2012376479357568815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=SGlWrHyaAFIQ7kNvgF4Pz5u&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCa1ntjtVHTUDK8Jf84FTJqq2u376liN3WwuFeV9IbP6Q&oe=675EA3DB	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				metrotech08		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/metrotech08	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633106	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881915	1744621468		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633109	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 9:04 PM	1733881915	1745719454		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633111	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 4:27 PM	1733881915	1745702869		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633113	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 1:49 AM	1733881915	1749710998		1987																										www.hibermate.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Give the gift of rest and relaxation! 🎄 Order yours today!		https://www.hibermate.com/collections/all-sleep-products/products/new-hibermate-sleep-mask-with-earmuffs-velcro-version			1.0924482579632E+14	Hibermate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848082_1626663888228935_771127195615136462_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oj1ovfuwKnYQ7kNvgGWA0m0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYAfAxMhJQfXZvWUyiaKaNY5rGWTNyiOtRc071esyiuffA&oe=675ED899	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hibermate		5131	https://www.facebook.com/Hibermate/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633117	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 9:54 AM	1733881916	1749740041		1987																										www.hibermate.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Give the gift of rest and relaxation! 🎄 Order yours today!		https://www.hibermate.com/collections/all-sleep-products/products/new-hibermate-sleep-mask-with-earmuffs-velcro-version			1.0924482579632E+14	Hibermate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848082_1626663888228935_771127195615136462_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oj1ovfuwKnYQ7kNvgGWA0m0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYAfAxMhJQfXZvWUyiaKaNY5rGWTNyiOtRc071esyiuffA&oe=675ED899	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hibermate		5131	https://www.facebook.com/Hibermate/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633115	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:51 AM	1733881916	1749819076		1987																										www.hibermate.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Give the gift of rest and relaxation! 🎄 Order yours today!		https://www.hibermate.com/collections/all-sleep-products/products/new-hibermate-sleep-mask-with-earmuffs-velcro-version			1.0924482579632E+14	Hibermate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848082_1626663888228935_771127195615136462_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oj1ovfuwKnYQ7kNvgGWA0m0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYAfAxMhJQfXZvWUyiaKaNY5rGWTNyiOtRc071esyiuffA&oe=675ED899	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hibermate		5131	https://www.facebook.com/Hibermate/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633159	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 11:02 AM	1733881918	1749744122		1987																										CertifiedProducer.com	Learn More			DCO	Loops Are Killing Music	Do platinum producer use loops?	https://crasbangers.com/infinite-bundle-free-2000-sounds/			1.0594497185145E+14	Sample Pack Club	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469866169_1110484857339855_327321388579770486_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6pXStAg_zm0Q7kNvgE-3zo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYBG6-mOfemu0dqF351yrvkt_ltPVbMPAZb4sNdwEAariA&oe=675ECF90	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Loops Are Destroying Producing!		Sample Pack Club		115	https://www.facebook.com/100080397765876/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633158	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 1:52 AM	1733881918	1749797557		1987																										CertifiedProducer.com	Learn More			DCO	Loops Are Killing Music	Do platinum producer use loops?	https://crasbangers.com/infinite-bundle-free-2000-sounds/			1.0594497185145E+14	Sample Pack Club	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469866169_1110484857339855_327321388579770486_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6pXStAg_zm0Q7kNvgE-3zo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYBG6-mOfemu0dqF351yrvkt_ltPVbMPAZb4sNdwEAariA&oe=675ECF90	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Loops Are Destroying Producing!		Sample Pack Club		115	https://www.facebook.com/100080397765876/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633176	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 1:29 AM	1733881920	1749104958		1987																										welltrackmedimc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Click to get your free bottle🎁		https://welltrackmedimc.com/			1.0410746597452E+14	Welltrack Medi	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962515_3941116919499068_3845001259308859665_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ala7-DVAS3kQ7kNvgFJGnsw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYAcbeVBNmccQ9riO82BD7EEhj6VQo4sy5i8UIDV9ysPLw&oe=675EC7F0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		💗 Kelly: A big shoutout to the amazing team at 🦈 for introducing me to this delicious 🍬 gummy! I'm excited to share some fantastic deals with my fans! 🎁		Welltrack Medi		85	https://www.facebook.com/100091263095340/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633180	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 10:54 AM	1733881922	1749484445		1987																										play.google.com	Install now			IMAGE	Install to Read More ➡️		https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.app.news.local			1.1632782137647E+14	Local News US	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469740927_1005618691611871_5195475821813351471_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Fm9UcYFTK6EQ7kNvgGg0fql&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYC3svhOazcuh9xeWKWYZTBQbf_oQibskEulXXDebcjIoQ&oe=675ED5A3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		R. Kelly Reveals Massive Streaming Income After Paying $500K In Legal Fees With One Payment		Local News US		10740	https://www.facebook.com/100090175941619/	0		INSTALL_MOBILE_APP								View Edit Delete
2633209	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 9:50 AM	1733881924	1746715852		1987																										brandgeneticm.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Click to get your free bottle.🎁		https://brandgeneticm.com/			4.3022296350457E+14	Glorious Freebies	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469477262_947529997234452_770439888015826426_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xbTIKuIX2BAQ7kNvgFTNCZ3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYCjr1TxRSq6c6PAR4H76Qa-cXTwyhABVDr7fAKn5RQ3fg&oe=675ED947	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Winter is coming and it's time to get ready! As seen on the Shark Tank show, 195 lbs down to 135 lbs 🧜 No rigorous training required. It worked so well that I had to stop at week 4 because it was so effective! Best gift for myself and my family! 🐋		Glorious Freebies		4	https://www.facebook.com/61566506871046/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633322	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881932	1744621468		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/ranch-tote			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508934_426452010401561_7378464749425829572_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_6r3WLDohFkQ7kNvgEw_jYE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYBc8bosen-ednEJuhjuy0S3963gEzOOH7rm3TDIsQPqXg&oe=675EC0C9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633219	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 9:57 PM	1733881925	1746241025		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/deuxmoi			3.8726584780233E+14	Deux Moi	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649039_2083933778687857_4613372603584407847_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nv0Wj5kfQ1wQ7kNvgH93xr9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYAp04uItSvJJPQ_0JuWYTl2EtJ-LSTYgWLI88LjeBoaRQ&oe=675EC08A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		From last week’s podcast episode of Deux/U…link in bio for full episode 📸 @backgrid_usa		Deux Moi		5	https://www.facebook.com/deuxmoi.world/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633325	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 2:00 AM	1733881932	1749798015		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469990227_1605309116749102_2839472762723192789_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BCouQaF6EOwQ7kNvgGuhWgY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDSaQ3agWQon7XRFIIu90r_horurLvYqMB0nB8-PPUs4A&oe=675EA799	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633326	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 3:23 PM	1733881932	1749759790		1987																											No button			VIDEO						2.0639455289199E+14	No Guilt Mom	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469818696_473543498673737_1896502887437023600_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YT134-xCE7QQ7kNvgHLMy6e&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDnufqjestBjIXLV4dOZGxbcGcU4k-QEFsgcj6EDwj1QA&oe=675EA77A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		👇Comment QUESTIONS below and I’ll get you my 5 Power Questions to get the bottom of any kid behavior.		No Guilt Mom		12382	https://www.facebook.com/noguiltmom/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633374	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/30/25, 10:16 PM	1733881946	1748661379		1987																										kellyjeepchrysler.net	Shop now			IMAGE	New 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee	Tap to Shop!	https://www.kellyjeepchrysler.net/new-inventory/grand-cherokee.htm?fbclid=fbclid&year=2024			203539736736	Kelly Jeep Chrysler	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469703907_1718884072291750_5972099216459316836_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sB96TRN1i-cQ7kNvgFL6Dwu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AyQSfa1bLDVpQ8xuZKj6O4R&oh=00_AYCrgo6cgyk3ntgiztuhZTqtFXAHWkAvCda5nJbT90IUug&oe=675EB781	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Right now, lease select, New 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee models for as low as $194/month for 24 months!! Stop by for a test drive! 😎		Kelly Jeep Chrysler		2403	https://www.facebook.com/KellyJeepChrysler/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633341	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881937	1744621468		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	3 Beds 2.5 Baths Townhouse		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1246277169998310/			1.0513509089564E+14	Kelly Lyttle		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		3 Beds 2.5 Baths Townhouse - $1,775.00 Introducing a charming 3 bed, 2.5 bath townhouse located in a very central Boise location off of Maple Grove between Franklin and Overland. This impressive townhome features many upgrades throughout including stainless steel appliances, new carpet throughout, granite countertops, wood flooring, and an attached 2 car garage. You'll also find a spacious pantry in the kitchen and plenty of additional storage throughout. Step out onto the balcony and take in the fresh air or explore the community on a leisurely stroll along the walking paths. Stay active and enjoy access to the community gym and cool off in the refreshing community outdoor pool in the summer. This townhome is 3 levels with all bedrooms located on the top floor. The kitchen & living area is on the second floor and the first floor provides a welcoming entry into the home, access to the garage, and washer & dryer hookups. Apply online at www.ironpointpm.com or call 208-314-0144 for more information. Rent: $1,775.00 Deposit: $1,775.00 Utilities: Tenant pays own utilities Pets accepted with additional deposit & pet rent. Size & breed restrictions apply One time move-in fee: $100.00 Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Lyttle		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Lyttle-105135090895643/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633340	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/25/25, 5:52 AM	1733881936	1745578379		1987																											Buy now			IMAGE	Fresh Georgia Pecans		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/386460697233573/			1.0919612159551E+14	Stephanie Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		Fresh Georgia Pecans - $11.00 Fresh Crop Georgia Pecans. Sold in 1lb vacuum sealed bags. If you are interested in more than 1lb, please message with your zip code to get shipping prices. Local pickup available in middle Georgia. Facebook Marketplace		Stephanie Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Stephanie-Kelly-109196121595511/	0		BUY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633376	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881946	1744621468		1987																										fb.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Join the Art Battle! Click here to learn more.		https://fb.com/canvas_doc/550485587798120			212062155742	Art Battle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470003304_861490115896361_3349520555018322972_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sJCkzMJbBAUQ7kNvgH28u8w&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYBCS50Yj4WRfaqN7B181-jhYjbAz-0zsUqUv0mBhbFQoA&oe=675EC1C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Watch local artists in San Francisco compete live! Who'll win? You decide! Vote and discover new great artist! Join us on December 18 at The Great Northern.		Art Battle		64147	https://www.facebook.com/artbattleinternational/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633388	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881947	1744621468		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	1995 Grúas Grua		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1329200371409705/			1.0166418558095E+14	Kelly Cortez Ramirez		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		1995 Grúas Grua - MX$500.00 Grúas económicas de Tijuana #gruaszonacentro #gruasbulevar2000 #GruasTijuana #Gruas2000 #plataforma #arrastre #Guas #gruasdeplataforma #grua #gruas #serviciopesado Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Cortez Ramirez		1	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Cortez-Ramirez-101664185580952/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633391	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 3:28 PM	1733881947	1749760106		1987																										screenprinting.com	Shop now			CAROUSEL			https://www.screenprinting.com/products/pigskins-pigtails-screen-printing-kit			1.6415931370248E+14	Ryonet	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469787463_1671059533623728_1123496152361195561_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WyqJi3OcAogQ7kNvgGbLIE3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYAK8qxW3zUuYzYrWjhi2F15n1xKuv1IJn24HJ-FczYqAQ&oe=675ED26A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ryonet		15809	https://www.facebook.com/ryonet/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633392	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:56 PM	1733881947	1749859002		1987																										screenprinting.com	Shop now			CAROUSEL			https://www.screenprinting.com/products/pigskins-pigtails-screen-printing-kit			1.6415931370248E+14	Ryonet	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469787463_1671059533623728_1123496152361195561_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WyqJi3OcAogQ7kNvgGbLIE3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYAK8qxW3zUuYzYrWjhi2F15n1xKuv1IJn24HJ-FczYqAQ&oe=675ED26A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ryonet		15809	https://www.facebook.com/ryonet/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633396	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/22/25, 12:30 PM	1733881947	1745343029		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2021 Load Trail 40 ft Mega Ramps and Deck on Neck Spread Axles		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1782763668930094/			1.025195019789E+14	John Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		2021 Load Trail 40 ft Mega Ramps and Deck on Neck Spread Axles - $15,750.00 2021 Load Trail Gooseneck 40’ w/mega ramps and deck on the neck Trailer is in great condition pulls great Dunnage Rack Sliding Winches w/straps Brand new spare 2 12k Dexter oil bath axles Spread Axles Storage box under neck $15,750 No trades Facebook Marketplace		John Kelly		1	https://www.facebook.com/John-Kelly-102519501978895/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633395	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 1:35 AM	1733881947	1745994950		1987																										kellysklosetllc.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Kelly’s Kloset LLC	.	https://www.kellysklosetllc.com/			1.7682342550508E+14	Kelly’s Kloset LLC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/415492396_739550824358421_7222636572900682066_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-fB4Hk5H4A0Q7kNvgEMvCz2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ak0xbZKTQLPKZzU0EDmz47D&oh=00_AYBnFdlcxe4hbMehmWjzepyIVd1QeYIeGj28_WJ66i18ZQ&oe=675EAE9A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Refresh your whole families wardrobe on a budget! Thrifting is great for your wallet AND the environment. NATIONWIDE shipping offered!		Kelly’s Kloset LLC		722	https://www.facebook.com/61553254557888/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633398	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 1:57 PM	1733881948	1746730621		1987																										fb.me	Get Offer			DCO	Love Your Skin – Botox Special: 20 Units for $179!	Fill out the form, and we’ll contact you to secure your appointment. Feel confident and refreshed—don’t wait, claim your spot today!	http://fb.me/			1.0771209437766E+14	The Natural Beauty Med Spa	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469576882_1340866323572887_6223849343188446585_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8peeuiSxLuQQ7kNvgEoQs9u&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ak0xbZKTQLPKZzU0EDmz47D&oh=00_AYDGCyZu19WVvFL3y5f1On3szKYQk1pHFJJM1re-_XIBww&oe=675EC605	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		New Customer Promo! Claim your first 20 units of Botox for $179 today! Fill out the form—limited spots available!		The Natural Beauty Med Spa		406	https://www.facebook.com/naturalbeautymedspany/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633397	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 11:31 PM	1733881948	1746765114		1987																										fb.me	Get Offer			DCO	Love Your Skin – Botox Special: 20 Units for $179!	Fill out the form, and we’ll contact you to secure your appointment. Feel confident and refreshed—don’t wait, claim your spot today!	http://fb.me/			1.0771209437766E+14	The Natural Beauty Med Spa	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469576882_1340866323572887_6223849343188446585_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8peeuiSxLuQQ7kNvgEoQs9u&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ak0xbZKTQLPKZzU0EDmz47D&oh=00_AYDGCyZu19WVvFL3y5f1On3szKYQk1pHFJJM1re-_XIBww&oe=675EC605	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		New Customer Promo! Claim your first 20 units of Botox for $179 today! Fill out the form—limited spots available!		The Natural Beauty Med Spa		406	https://www.facebook.com/naturalbeautymedspany/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633718	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 12:14 AM	1733881968	1749791652		1987																										paramountplus.com	Sign Up			DCO	Get Started	Paramount+ Original	https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N485401.3122870FACEBOOKUSA/B32642593.410511476;dc_trk_aid=602558828;dc_trk_cid=227685873;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=$%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=$%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1			1.1302888720201E+14	Paramount+	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508323_1757382551752240_5855575751202213995_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gosEy6x3MV0Q7kNvgHr-LrZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYAFlfQ2g8Wc8m-JZNVbIO-ErELe2-V_pbkfal5cIJfsVw&oe=675EC5D1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All episodes of Lioness, starring Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, are now streaming exclusively on Paramount+!		Paramount+		3161036	https://www.facebook.com/ParamountPlus/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633717	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 12:15 PM	1733881968	1749834906		1987																										paramountplus.com	Sign Up			DCO	Get Started	Paramount+ Original	https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N485401.3122870FACEBOOKUSA/B32642593.410511476;dc_trk_aid=602558828;dc_trk_cid=227685873;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=$%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=$%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1			1.1302888720201E+14	Paramount+	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508323_1757382551752240_5855575751202213995_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gosEy6x3MV0Q7kNvgHr-LrZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYAFlfQ2g8Wc8m-JZNVbIO-ErELe2-V_pbkfal5cIJfsVw&oe=675EC5D1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All episodes of Lioness, starring Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, are now streaming exclusively on Paramount+!		Paramount+		3161036	https://www.facebook.com/ParamountPlus/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633721	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 11:17 AM	1733881968	1749831452		1987																										firstontariopac.ca	Book Now			CAROUSEL	Holidays with the NSO!		https://bit.ly/4icQN3B			1.3126204688785E+14	Niagara Symphony Orchestra	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469792498_934529061973493_2607784174325090104_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Cda4SuWpV3kQ7kNvgEBrIUU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBw7P0szFVb1q4DCmDfT7DBryHo7CxVAluIYH47OpN-Dw&oe=675EB14F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Niagara Symphony Orchestra		3033	https://www.facebook.com/NiagaraSymphonyOrchestra/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633719	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 2:48 AM	1733881968	1749887289		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Vintage Pyrex Fridge Set Yellow and Orange		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/938027817656469/			5.0246555961146E+14	Kelly Coomer		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Vintage Pyrex Fridge Set Yellow and Orange - $150.00 Vintage Fridge Set Pyrex Orange and Yellow in great condition Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Coomer		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Coomer-502465559611463/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633746	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 8:39 PM	1733881970	1749605996		1987																										penguinrandomhouse.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	The Last Kids on Earth: The Graphic Novel		https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721802/the-last-kids-on-earth-the-graphic-novel-by-max-brallier-illustrated-by-brian-churilla/9780593622179/?ref=PRHD4574E52CD8D&aid=7619&linkid=PRHD4574E52CD8D			2.5548664781408E+14	Penguin Kids	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469607474_927315818985592_8234149228102663902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6dHIn-WJTpEQ7kNvgEWx4eE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOMx3Zzl01lXgkc7tcYbHYzuoOh-JV9vnm3134D9FojA&oe=675EAC9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Penguin Kids		209022	https://www.facebook.com/penguinkidsbooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633817	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 3:59 PM	1733881975	1749675589		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469674628_899433902311800_4183955725488729709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8e0wARRNX08Q7kNvgEQpVfN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBw7q0OQfvGNnR07llhdYJXgExjwljgql74eUGHY8PTGw&oe=675EC38D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633832	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 10:07 AM	1733881976	1746025630		1987																										tickets.venuepilot.com	Buy tickets			EVENT	BirthTAY	Crowbar · Tampa, FL, United States	https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/112831			1.1078117515012E+14	DJ Kelly Lynn	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469812508_595590173007964_6078619503000615909_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=m2X4PkzB1YoQ7kNvgHdiiu_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYC3jzPKNPbsHEkYWsyWTJEyH9XPcTk8eoy5VkVRovDdbQ&oe=675EAE96	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Celebrating Taylor Swift's birthday!!! All of her hits and fan favorites over the years. Come celebrate and sing along with all your swifties. 🩷🎉🎊		DJ Kelly Lynn		63	https://www.facebook.com/djkellylynn/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2633886	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 7:14 PM	1733881980	1749860042		1987																										sothebysrealty.com	Learn more			IMAGE	2848 W Deer Pointe Drive Park City UT 84098	Listed by: Kelly Hamlin	https://www.sothebysrealty.com/summitsir/eng/sales/detail/820-l-916-hg8385/2848-w-deer-pointe-drive-park-city-ut-84098?utm_source=adfenix&utm_medium=newsfeed&utm_campaign=HomeBooster			116035796327	Summit Sotheby's International Realty	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681723_1080812787140191_8653558763157405120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DWX8ETI6T5oQ7kNvgF6TybD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBikkvYWFmKYyB72C-pH2TN71q4HeH1dndda5inI1d_6w&oe=675ED68E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Exclusive Deer Valley Ski In/Out Residence in Gated Community With Club Memb.		Summit Sotheby's International Realty		3879	https://www.facebook.com/SummitSothebysInternationalRealty/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633009	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 11:15 AM	1733881907	1749744941		1987																										shopsweetcurves.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Special Sale - 50 OFF Today!		https://shopsweetcurves.com/products/sweet-kelly-boob-separation-comfy-bra			1.0880969879734E+14	Shop Sweet Curves	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469986657_612150891242492_3344429230438180218_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lSdnhIqiF-gQ7kNvgHJYoOt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYBgo-DNWdqPfGC4qZSvF4drVSldNDPMcjge1U--wAMkmA&oe=675EAFD4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		To all the fuller-bust and midsize ladies, we need this! 😉 NO UNIBOOB - NO DIGGING - NO UNDERWIRE 🔥 🔥🔥 Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to all-day comfort with our Sweet Kelly Bra. Shop here: shopsweetcurves.com/bra99		Shop Sweet Curves		1339	https://www.facebook.com/shopsweetcurves/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633025	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881908	1744621469		1987																														TEXT						1.0950772846752E+14	Kelly Bey	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469863672_468509632546349_2230699550890336608_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WiLhmiC2X9cQ7kNvgE7V-PB&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYAg_XFAmIJJocFbzC5kp11k_GIBtPSe19h3Z8YQLzaWxg&oe=675EA3E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Flawless Faces MUA “Color & Create” Challenge Challenge Overview: Show off your creativity by participating in the Flawless Faces “Color & Create” Challenge! It’s time to let your imagination shine—color a page from your Flawless Faces Coloring Book, show your flair for creativity, and win a prize! How to Participate: 1. Color Your Page: Choose your favorite page from the Flawless Faces Beauty Coloring Book and color it using your unique style, tools, etc. 2. Show Us Your Vision: Add a creative twist! This can be: • Incorporating glitter or textures. • Adding a mood or theme 3. Share on Social Media: Post a photo of your finished page on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok and include the hashtag #FlawlessColorAndCreate. Be sure to tag Flawless Faces Makeup Artistry so we can see your masterpiece! 4. Tell Us Your Inspiration: In your caption, tell us a little about the inspiration behind your design or look. Prizes: • Grand Prize: A Flawless Faces Makeup Bundle (includes a Precious Metals Palette and brushes). • Runner-Up: A $25 gift card to Flawless Faces Cosmetics. Challenge Dates: • Start Date: December 5th, 2024 • End Date: December 20th, 2024 Winners will be announced on December 21st on FB Live. Judging Criteria: • Creativity and originality. • Use of color and design elements. • Overall presentation and theme. Encourage your friends to join in and celebrate creativity with Flawless Faces Makeup Artistry! We can’t wait to see how you bring your coloring pages to life. Let’s get creative!		Kelly Bey		786	https://www.facebook.com/Kbey1978/	0										View Edit Delete
2633084	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 8:50 AM	1733881913	1746107443		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633088	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881914	1744621469		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Երբևէ եղած ամենահարմարավետ շապիկը	{{product.description}}	https://www.amazon.com/Camiseta-algod%C3%B3n-absorbe-paquetes-disponibles/dp/B086KY66PH?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1			4.705513761475E+14	Kelly Adams	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469841627_484140498033348_3293171854675887263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s0ju_YviYVoQ7kNvgGZKdTn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYA9LyOzzphwJh0YYUCMQx4Lu-X2dBB4GSBdLDZA8DZjkA&oe=675EB4A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Այս Hanes թիկնոցը պատրաստված է ComfortSoft բամբակից, որը լավ է զգում ձեր մաշկին ամբողջ օրվա ընթացքում: Layflat մանյակը երբեք չի կորցնի իր ձևը: Առկա է հարմար 6 տուփով:		Kelly Adams		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569523319111/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633089	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 12:09 AM	1733881914	1749704963		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Երբևէ եղած ամենահարմարավետ շապիկը	{{product.description}}	https://www.amazon.com/Camiseta-algod%C3%B3n-absorbe-paquetes-disponibles/dp/B086KY66PH?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1			4.705513761475E+14	Kelly Adams	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469841627_484140498033348_3293171854675887263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s0ju_YviYVoQ7kNvgGZKdTn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYA9LyOzzphwJh0YYUCMQx4Lu-X2dBB4GSBdLDZA8DZjkA&oe=675EB4A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Այս Hanes թիկնոցը պատրաստված է ComfortSoft բամբակից, որը լավ է զգում ձեր մաշկին ամբողջ օրվա ընթացքում: Layflat մանյակը երբեք չի կորցնի իր ձևը: Առկա է հարմար 6 տուփով:		Kelly Adams		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569523319111/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633092	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 8:51 PM	1733881914	1749779467		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633097	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881914	1744621469		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633100	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 8:20 AM	1733881914	1745673654		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634013	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/4/25, 6:16 AM	1733881989	1746357415		1987																										dermrays.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Full body use	All skin tones	https://www.dermrays.com/products/dermrays-v6s-1064nm-diode-laser-hair-removal-at-home			1.0027089310518E+14	DermRays	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672871_1237533773999451_1521111539278857724_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5AWnxVH0D1oQ7kNvgGBuudh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDjK9HMXRxAj3_2Wu5JER0srVGc1nREGT0vGHwI5InzvA&oe=675EC643	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All skin tones		DermRays		23309	https://www.facebook.com/dermraysofficial/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634027	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/8/25, 3:47 PM	1733881989	1746737268		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			CAROUSEL	Chat with us		http://www.instagram.com/			3.2995406432277E+14	Melanesian Luxury Yachts	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469625772_1300276991106045_8309238274886746815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X0qjyaYLjQMQ7kNvgFuDsyI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYAUIXvS20WnV_qagBblBCJdLQ4NK1HuzLuOZkAwXJWhGg&oe=675ECC88	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Melanesian Luxury Yachts		154	https://www.facebook.com/MelanesianLuxuryYachts/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2634031	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881990	1744621469		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/hotmomsclubmusic			1.0354159232616E+14	Hot Moms Club	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469437845_8459922130796624_2891664802222056140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yYheSLXHJSwQ7kNvgENoKS3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDM3Y5W4BbWfoFmmQG9Cyy1soKW1AD8dUPjTNOuG_50PQ&oe=675EC9D5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hot Moms Club		52	https://www.facebook.com/hotmomsclubmusic/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634033	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881990	1744621469		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/kzkelly_			3.5510499768244E+14	Kelly Zumwalt-kazi	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469566789_604106955300577_1530341779097434303_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lQRLJAeJVI4Q7kNvgEBx-k-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDDBCbqhghVGRdLxLRuZWvB8NdlJyZUB4D7kuqOnDDlxA&oe=675EC4E1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I fell and I brought that wave #kellywing		Kelly Zumwalt-kazi		11	https://www.facebook.com/61560586243640/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634049	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/8/25, 11:06 AM	1733881991	1749398763		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634050	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/4/25, 2:03 AM	1733881991	1746342239		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634075	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881993	1744621469		1987																											No button			IMAGE						1.126843984552E+14	Kelly Johnson	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469730440_472261065476179_8971845739347014912_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=N5rPJ6RnK4AQ7kNvgEtt-dF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYB9AL75D0vdYbkjuVZYo5LtJdBgZIE2-T2DRZXWLWor7A&oe=675ED481	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		If they don't look at you like Jelly Roll looks at Snoop sparking a blunt, is it really love! 🤣🤣🤣 #jellyroll #snoopdogg #Tennessee #BEAUTIFULLYBROKENTOUR2024		Kelly Johnson		21079	https://www.facebook.com/100086097288939/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2634058	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 1:16 AM	1733881992	1745648165		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/authorkellyrey			1.069467491636E+14	authorkellyrey	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/345552789_790360802446693_5975748069738807610_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=0cITm_KnWo8Q7kNvgHqJ2tZ&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA7k5hxV-_yFnFpt-cp9s87JsA2f-6whewRIPDbvr5brA&oe=675ED523	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				authorkellyrey		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/authorkellyrey	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634192	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 3:26 AM	1733882000	1749803218		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	Ranking The Top Female Singers In The Music Industry	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			2.3495201408473E+14	GURU	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469839460_1494619487895983_1946002423454133883_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mVSIQl7A7H8Q7kNvgFsR9yZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYCtRGPTWleiE7HEYpyq5J58rlM_0xAa367ap3lXMPDorw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		GURU		32793	https://www.facebook.com/guru.instant/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2634193	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 6:14 AM	1733882001	1749813293		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	The Greatest Female Singers Of All Time, Ranked	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			1.0775796858349E+14	MVP Mode	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469610356_556162850614301_236094357346915423_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CK7xIMbi7Y0Q7kNvgHiWDoT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYCTB57HXIRBw8_cOUkzwowPlcVM7VgK4tAMHR1YpBlZaw&oe=675EC8C1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		MVP Mode		4632	https://www.facebook.com/100083377830387/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2632603	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 5:57 AM	1733881866	1749812271		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458375138_1564953581067845_5953868371458184387_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G1XxujJ4PdAQ7kNvgEbO9Dk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYA_xwR8ztRYyq5gByMDiZSsNWYjrGW2J2jAtGDi1p5tDQ&oe=675ECCAA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632588	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 12:19 PM	1733881865	1749835156		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632587	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 12:49 AM	1733881865	1749880147		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633972	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 8:04 AM	1733881986	1749819878		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.5803282072534E+14	Beautiful Love Story	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710935_873120588320414_970851370455571228_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RXY6slyCVtkQ7kNvgF0NVET&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYCJ2OCWUmxbXeCjO-oBQelH40AqWqjp2nLm0arSCXGidw&oe=675EB0D3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632831	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 8:48 AM	1733881887	1746366489		1987																											No button			IMAGE						3.6794062641206E+14	Kelly Crockett Nunley	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469980761_922689643299859_4306230392725392702_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kldg9pJEeW0Q7kNvgGC4jlg&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYBfKD1z_xHpIzLgm8srBl-144W-Cydpq8fbqSM9_Dt_rg&oe=675EB07D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Who needs quick gifts?!?! I GOT YOU! 🎁🎁🎁 These cuties are $6️⃣!! Come with 1 pair of socks and 1 bar of wax, AND they come bagged, tagged and ready to give!! 🎁 ❤️🎄 First 12 friends to snag the deal! Let me know how many you need no later than 12/13 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.		Kelly Crockett Nunley		428	https://www.facebook.com/kelly.c.nunley/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2632835	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 5:12 PM	1733881887	1746137536		1987																										Together in Holiness // Tampa, FL	INTERESTED			EVENT	Together in Holiness // Tampa, FL	REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Grab the Early Bird discount before Monday, January 20, 2025. Married and engaged couples are invited to the second annual Together in Holiness conference in the Diocese of St. Petersburg! The conference will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa, FL. Hear from national speakers and more as we discuss the family as a believing and evangelizing community! REGISTRATION: togetherinholiness.org/stpetersburg Early Bird Couple $54 | Early Bird Individual $35 After Monday, January 20 Couple $64 | Individual $40 Scholarships for couples and individuals are available. On-site Childcare (pre-registration required) | $5/child For full schedule, keynote topics, speaker bios, and more information, please visit togetherinholiness.org/stpetersburg or email Conference Coordinator Cameron Kelly at cameron@forlifeandfamily.org. ------- What is Together in Holiness? Together in Holiness is a marriage conference series for dioceses that inspires spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Together in Holiness offers powerful presentations from national and local speakers, Mass, Reconciliation, Eucharistic Adoration, on-site childcare, and practical tips and insights for spouses and parents. Who should attend? Together in Holiness is a great event for married or engaged couples. What have past attendees said? “Together in Holiness is the perfect pause that any couple could benefit from. You will reaffirm your faith, your marriage, and your role as a parent. It’s a time to concentrate on you and your spouse with nuggets of wisdom and just the right amount of knowledge to empower you as a couple.” – Past Together in Holiness Attendee “Being in a room full of spouses that are striving to live out holiness was so inspiring and rejuvenating. Being in an environment at church that welcomes family life is also refreshing… You don’t find [availability of childcare and a nursing space] at all Catholic events. That is very special!” – Past Together in Holiness Attendee ------- Together in Holiness is an initiative of the St. John Paul II Foundation.	https://www.facebook.com/events/1657001191764547/			1.0083065996496E+14	St. John Paul II Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469904775_1492816021408625_1697708751855735426_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PRRwSfUek9AQ7kNvgHa9EmU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBApuvNTHnd2o1gydYRMqwGIph3q3IXYwEcP1Fto0KybA&oe=675EBF1A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Grab the Early Bird discount before Monday, January 20, 2025. Married and engaged couples are invited to the second annual Together in Holiness conference in the Diocese of St. Petersburg on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa, FL. To register, visit: togetherinholiness.org/stpetersburg		St. John Paul II Foundation		2500	https://www.facebook.com/StJPIIFoundation/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2632837	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 8:14 AM	1733881887	1746105287		1987																										Open House at S&S Events Rent and Decor LLC				EVENT	Open House at S&S Events Rent and Decor LLC	Come and enjoy the open house and what we offer for your next event, including weddings, quinceañeras, graduation parties, corporate events, birthdays, and more!	https://www.facebook.com/events/574101375239218/			2.9425374784828E+14	S&S Events Rent and Decor LLC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469838830_980330236960834_3922539181148938564_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dwqdFkUhyxEQ7kNvgHDM8Z7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYAp0jj2iZLIGhYkMTEDXkR3qS3XB3PRzMy7osRI8DBQwQ&oe=675EAD6A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Are you planning your next event, here you have an option, come and enjoy the open house and what we offer....!!! More information +1(240) 640 9796 Sys.decor.events@gmail.com S&S Events Rent and Decor LLC sysdecoreventsllc.com 1pm to 4pm Wedding quincean̈eras graduation corp event birthday aniversary and more... 16589 Edwards Shop Rd, Remington, VA 22734		S&S Events Rent and Decor LLC		988	https://www.facebook.com/SYSEventsLLC/	0										View Edit Delete
2632838	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881888	1744621470		1987																										www.facebook.com	Join group			VIDEO			https://www.facebook.com/groups/1292279874796718/			1.0563537186887E+14	Amazin Trendz	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469904439_1083948589944521_6348314402439314516_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1_3dc90lOIgQ7kNvgEm9y_d&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYCfn0TBU20iJ-IDbaQ67qeBee5iUwvcFZTr2xINx9x8_A&oe=675EC5B7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Happy Monday ‼️ @topfans 🚨🚨WELCOME TO AMAZIN TRENDZ @everyone LIKE & FOLLOW US ! https://www.facebook.com/shopAmazinTrendz/ PLEASE SEND ALL ORDERS,INQUIRES AND SCREENSHOTS TO OUR Customer Service @470-422-6506 AND OR FB MESSENGER‼️‼️‼️‼️ POSTABLE : IF YOU ARE NEW, FILL OUT POSTABLE **IF YOUR FB NAME IS DIFFERENT FROM YOUR LEGAL NAME, PLEASE PUT THAT AS YOUR MIDDLE NAME http://www.postable.com/amazintrendz Shopify link/Website http://amazin-trendz.myshopify.com Shipping $9 single Multiple items $15 flat rate PayPal Link https://paypal.me/amazintrendz? Zelle amazintrendz@gmail.com Venmo: @amazintrendz2020 Square: https://square.link/u/kPBki0ZN ❌❌PLEASE ALLOW 7 BUSINESS DAYS FOR PACKAGES TO BE PROCESSED AND SHIPPED BEFORE INQUIRING ON TRACKING❌❌ - [ ]		Amazin Trendz		7924	https://www.facebook.com/shopAmazinTrendz/	0		JOIN_GROUP								View Edit Delete
2632841	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881888	1744621470		1987																										getgalatea.com	Watch more			VIDEO	🌶 Click to Watch this Show 👉		https://getgalatea.com/lp/keily-en-cover-gtv-ke10?from=facebook-tv&campaign={{campaign.name}}_{{campaign.id}}&adgroup={{adset.name}}%28{{adset.id}}%29&creative={{ad.name}}%28{{ad.id}}%29&wpsrc=Facebook&wpcid={{campaign.id}}&wpsnetn={{site_source_name}}&wpcrid={{ad.id}}&wpscn={{adset.name}}&wpscid={{adset.id}}&wpcrn={{ad.name}}&wpcn={{campaign.name}}&utm_medium=cpc&utm_id={{campaign.id}}&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}			1.1338374186789E+14	Romance Reels	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469975981_1260763321637269_8350471078088747053_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dc66C-1gri8Q7kNvgEVBCgY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYDqokukBlz4ydeCj_chAsNhVmIEs3Oxsch57Fr5NGuBPg&oe=675EA36F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		She’s the curvy scholarship student, constantly tormented by the rich and popular quarterback. But one night, after they both had a few too many drinks, she ended up on his lap—and that’s when everything took an unexpected turn.		Romance Reels		1325	https://www.facebook.com/61552709594506/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632844	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 12:49 AM	1733881888	1749880144		1987																										herbaly.com	Learn More			DCO	My All-Natural BLOOD SUGAR Routine 🌿	30 Day Risk Free Satisfaction Guarantee	https://www.herbaly.com/landers/wellness-functional-tea/hb01			2.3893588010959E+14	Herbaly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811573_373969309111628_6207456372313618150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jguxiP6GYOsQ7kNvgGfyFsk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYAaecl4g7jSVyThwK98MaafJLLF7LKjycMu6GvcbGyR0w&oe=675ECECC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is the truth. I normally stay in 150-180 range but now I’m in the 90-120 range. I’m not sure how it works but it works." | Deshawndra A.		Herbaly		21531	https://www.facebook.com/herbaly/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632896	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 11:33 AM	1733881894	1749745988		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	4 Beds 2 Baths - House		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/926546006106882/			1.0213149872724E+14	Kelly Gates		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		4 Beds 2 Baths - House - $1,850.00 IF IT IS LISTED IT IS AVAILABLE Again…. IF IT IS LISTED IT IS AVAILABLE PLEASE read the listing. Application is the last pic in the listing. If you are unable to screen shot it, let me know and if you are interested request an application, I will send in messenger, you can fill out and return and I will then schedule showings. This home was just recently completely renovated inside, all new flooring, paint, appliances, carpeting, lighting and blinds throughout, and it is like new inside. Fully fenced backyard. Quiet neighborhood next to a city park. Includes 10’x12’ metal storage shed and single car garage. Covered rear patio, with large backyard. It is 2000 square foot, 4 bedroom 2 bath house, in central Twin Falls, 2 blocks from Twin Falls High School and one block from Sunrise Park. There are three living-room/family-room common areas. Nice, quiet developed neighborhood. Fireplace in pictures is non-functional, decorative only. Rent includes all landscape maintenance. NO PETS-No exceptions NO SMOKING Cleaning and security-damage Deposit is $2000 Rent is $1850 a month Home is available immediately Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Gates		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Gates-102131498727239/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632906	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 2:10 PM	1733881895	1746213007		1987																										properhotel.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Austin Proper Hotel	Situated in Downtown’s 2nd Street District, Austin Proper is a world-class luxury boutique hotel just steps from Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, & UT campus.	https://www.properhotel.com/austin/			5.3135270738439E+14	Austin Proper Hotel	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469503648_3767382040240265_8820557720922174639_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uXVOWBHtsVkQ7kNvgFiHScU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYCC8kvatiRbPalLcRHTKQwQOfPN0AkO08nP0lGb2rL9Bg&oe=675EAE6D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover Austin's finest luxury lifestyle hotel - the Austin Proper Hotel. Featuring Kelly Wearstler-designed interiors, elevated dining, views of Lady Bird Lake, and more. Anything less just wouldn't be Proper.		Austin Proper Hotel		2688	https://www.facebook.com/AustinProperHotel/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632943	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 5:34 AM	1733881898	1749551700		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGX-qLv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA9RWlk2tbBTkKcfkKHlMZNY72XSzqz4NVgHPOJGufKcA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632965	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 3:59 AM	1733881899	1749718786		1987																										www.eventbrite.com	Buy tickets			EVENT	Santa's Sweets Showdown		https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santas-sweets-showdown-tickets-1095352802719?aff=efbevent			1.0350095105946E+14	Kelly Rentals	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469797898_1479305476099654_6813678720422242594_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DMDJQmhwuKsQ7kNvgHm8EHm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYD51eD6-jQRsYvO5ycS6z654_TMCUoBk07Evm6UegwXJQ&oe=675EA808	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🍪 Calling all cookie lovers! Join us at The White Stable in Lewisville, TX, for Santa’s Sweets Showdown! 📅 Dates & Times: -December 20 | 6 PM - 9 PM -December 21 | 10 AM - 1:30 PM Sample delicious holiday cookies, vote for your favorites, and help crown the Christmas Cookie Champion! Don’t miss the sweetest event of the season.🎄 Register here: bit.ly/3Oy08Fv 190 W Main St Suite 104, Lewisville, TX 75057		Kelly Rentals		481	https://www.facebook.com/Kellyrentals1/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2632977	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881900	1744621471		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_DD811606390C8BB3923C39647451041D_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469821196_1641964720080198_7510793536992544729_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sMQKHSrVh8oQ7kNvgHVPPS2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYDW5Dcx_w34rKSdsr7Qb1WoVDp29WujjS0AHbm_eSi8sg&oe=675ED982	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632971	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:16 AM	1733881900	1749817007		1987																										urldefense.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Affordable Help for the Holidays	Holiday Loans	https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.kellycommunity.org/loans/holiday-loan/__;!!Ivohdkk!lSRG1p3W1G-mtBJbjAFyZbct4W1xM5c91Jo6BDjHUkJuEpgGWU8sKC0cHz9ZhpQ0oi4vZezQ2Zz0iRJox-h4KRVP_SJiMC9AqtQ$			3.6913302323018E+14	Kelly Community Federal Credit Union	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469385360_1079466403878060_8124357613022362600_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SgOmmDM8dboQ7kNvgGm_D0W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYCWtJk67-swgrkfyVqjpYxniPf_pr8DTfOy3-piqZhGaw&oe=675ECCF5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This holiday season, focus on what truly matters – making memories with loved ones. Let us take the stress out of your finances, so you can fully enjoy the festivities! With a special holiday loan from Kelly Community, you'll have extra cash to make your celebrations even brighter.		Kelly Community Federal Credit Union		2361	https://www.facebook.com/KellyCommunityFCU/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632982	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 9:03 PM	1733881901	1749866610		1987																										kxly.com	Learn more			IMAGE	kxly.com	Breaking news, weather, sports, and live video covering Spokane, Eastern Washington and North Idaho.	http://www.kxly.com/			2.3786190290276E+14	4 News Now	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469818153_2457222191336531_5153373578986250516_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1kdZXnXaoi8Q7kNvgEV5dHh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYA97m4dOqbSM6rL5EWOlqYPLCVfoGEoPD2-tG5AZLMLiw&oe=675EAC42	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎅🌟 Santa Claus & His Green Friend Are Coming to Town! 🌟🎅 Join us on Tuesday, December 17th, from 6–9 PM at Fizzy Mulligan’s for a special holiday event! ✨ What’s Happening: Free photos with Santa and his "Green Friend," courtesy of NW Stolen Images Taco Tuesday specials to make your taste buds happy Fun and festive vibes for the whole family 📍 Location: Fizzy Mulligan’s 331 W Hastings Rd, Spokane, WA 99218 Bring your holiday spirit and the whole family to enjoy a night full of joy, laughter, and seasonal magic! Brought to you by Fawn Tipton with Kelly Right Real Estate and Tyler Ferguson with First Choice Mortgage Company NMLS #1480174 🌮🎄 #paidsponsorship		4 News Now		210105	https://www.facebook.com/KXLY4News/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633019	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 12:52 PM	1733881908	1749750746		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	After keeping quiet for four years, Kelly Clarkson is ready to share shocking details about her life and marriage.	Kelly Clarkson’s Controversial Parenting, Life, and Her Climb to Fame	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-clarkson/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Clarkson%20%7C%20CAM%20%7C%201012%20%7C%20EN%20%7C%20Celebs%20%7C%20INHS%20Dynamic%20PNP2351%20VCM%20a57b%20-%20Mobile%20WW%20FB%20VCM&network_code=VCM&utm_term=content&v=3			1.1422895824648E+14	The Fun Feed	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469692621_8654615174647963_6375261804692896915_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iJkUJBDPjeEQ7kNvgF3BuVO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCmnbQ8pFuE6goaSN3_ZfVSZ3BkNhnorx-DOJR4PtR4SA&oe=675EDA81	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Unbelievable revelation: Kelly Clarkson finally opens up after years of silence!		The Fun Feed		3575	https://www.facebook.com/100090280323077/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633034	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881909	1744621471		1987																										eventbrite.com	Sign up			IMAGE			https://www.eventbrite.com/e/painting-brush-lettering-techniques-to-create-watercolor-holiday-cards-tickets-1096679009439?aff=oddtdtcreator			1.8166654519456E+14	Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469601692_3917595008480617_4687152661105405887_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lMNojpou0WYQ7kNvgGNSEQH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYBrjbJBBMpYQmD_S2dSQtamz7Nuhbg84Rp2vOtjTv13hg&oe=675EB95F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		VIRTUAL EVENT! Painting & Brush Lettering Techniques to Create Watercolor Holiday Cards Thursday December 19 @ 1pm ET Join artist Kelly Baskin for a creative hands-on virtual workshop where we will learn to make unique greeting cards using Daler-Rowney Aquafine Watercolors, and brush lettering techniques with Princeton brushes on Strathmore Greeting Cards. We will explore six different card designs, each showcasing easy but beautiful watercolor techniques like salt textures, plastic wrap effects, resist applications, and many more effects using household items. We will also learn how to create elegant, festive calligraphy with just a paint brush! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you won't want to miss this session! You'll walk away with holiday cards ready to gift, along with tips and techniques to continue creating at home. You can register here: https://bit.ly/plz121924 *After registering, be sure to order your Free Sample Kit by Sunday, December 15 for the best chance of receiving your sample kit before the day of the event. Please note, we are not able to ship items to any location outside the continental US. Follow Plaza Artist Materials Virtual Events on Eventbrite and subscribe to our email list with the links in our bio to keep up to date on all upcoming events! @dalerrowney1783 @artbykellybaskin #Painting #WatercolorPainting #Watercolor #VirtualWorkshop #ArtWorkshop		Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing		6377	https://www.facebook.com/plazaart/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633046	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 11:11 AM	1733881910	1745856694		1987																										ninablanc.com	Shop Now			DCO	Elegance in Every Detail	{{product.description}}	https://ninablanc.com/products/the-lily-kala-dress			1.0269197891773E+14	Nina Blanc	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469935954_810584027818863_5265588253484047934_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kkaxwE0ev6AQ7kNvgEaR5Nl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYBH9gSg7Kv5NMAxW3NyA8HdfUlFjHOqgA0Oik7XGnzpYQ&oe=675ECA48	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Timeless by design, elegant by nature. At Nina Blanc, we craft pieces that go beyond trends—sophisticated, effortless, and made for those who see fashion as an expression of art and heritage. Redefine your wardrobe with style that lasts. #NinaBlanc #SlowFashion #ForeverElegant #HandmadeInSpain		Nina Blanc		68	https://www.facebook.com/100075833628552/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633066	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/5/25, 4:16 AM	1733881912	1746436587		1987																										yeexx.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Click here to get Kelly Clarkson's free Christmas gift-Kelly Clarkson Diet Gummies 🍬 See Results 🔽	Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.	https://yeexx.com/xzgy166/?name=99z99&px=951150592377449			1.4207878748852E+15	𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470038175_917223263838167_631793887961065498_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xaugL3JeORwQ7kNvgH0zIc8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDpnvbajSpQmIJXQnWwzpLf8xUrBAzxk6zxUsttFRYijw&oe=675ED5B3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.		𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀		765	https://www.facebook.com/hermanosyhermanas/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633073	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881912	1744621471		1987																										www.trydivinewave.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Discover The Ancient Abundance Secret	"Works as soon as tonight"	https://www.trydivinewave.com/vsl			2.2706009049379E+14	Danny Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831257_582691497838857_5191702968620101691_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-gL5bGcpwF4Q7kNvgH9JIdK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYA8kpjGYyWApRmxBkSxWQOARNMmo60fCEcp2vmoiHZJzQ&oe=675EC660	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		If you’re reading this message, this is your sign that blessings and good fortune are on the way 💫⁣ ⁣ But, you must prepare to receive them.⁣ ⁣ So here’s how to do that in three simple steps:⁣ ⁣ 1️⃣ Have gratitude⁣ 2️⃣ Give to others⁣ 3️⃣ Activate your “divine” brainwave⁣ ⁣ The final step may sound difficult, but it’s actually quite simple.⁣ ⁣ You’ve experienced this “divine” brainwave throughout your life…⁣ ⁣ When you had a stroke of luck…⁣ ⁣ Experienced a flurry of good fortune… ⁣ ⁣ Or even when you welcomed a full-on miracle.⁣ ⁣ That’s why this brainwave was held in high-regard by ancient religions.⁣ ⁣ And even used by King Solomon himself.⁣ ⁣ But most don’t know how to activate this brainwave on command.⁣ ⁣ Until recently, experts thought meditation was the only way to activate this brainwave.⁣ ⁣ But a neuroscience expert has discovered a simple ritual…⁣ ⁣ And it activates this “divine” brainwave in as little as 3-minutes.⁣ ⁣ So you can receive the abundance and blessings you deserve as soon as tonight.⁣ ⁣ Just follow the simple steps in this short presentation to activate your “divine” brainwave:⁣ 👉‍‍ https://www.trydivinewave.com/vsl ⁣ So far, over 10,317 people in 73 different countries are changing their lives with this secret.⁣ ⁣ Why not you?⁣ ⁣ Discover the simple 3-minute ritual that attracts abundance and good fortune in this short presentation: 👉‍‍ https://www.trydivinewave.com/vsl		Danny Kelly		92	https://www.facebook.com/61556265068189/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633124	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881916	1744621471		1987																										hunled.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️😍O que acontece a seguir👉Clique aqui para continuar lendo👉	🔥Mais grandes romances aqui🔥	https://hunled.com/market/buenovela/3?lpid=15216&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0561450262558E+14	Casa dos livros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469979390_1647912186148527_4323530525251436830_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Epn6tSciCpkQ7kNvgFXqeNW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYBtPOYqiahcw-XURa7IsIC7qNwLp1dGv0QXuDXyxdFvQg&oe=675EB66F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cheguei em casa depois de um dia puxado e meus pais estavam me esperando na sala. - Catarina, senta aí que precisamos conversar. – Meu pai falou e parecia bem nervoso. - Pode falar, pai, o que aconteceu? – Perguntei ao meu pai cansado, eu tinha trabalhado o dia todo, ido pra faculdade à noite e, ao chegar em casa, a única coisa que eu queria era tomar um banho e cair na cama. Mas não foi possível. - Catarina, chegou o convite de casamento da sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. - Aquela mulherzinha não é minha prima! – Falei já ficando nervosa. - Catarina, ela é a sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. – É melhor você parar com esse ataque de infantilidade. A Melissa já bateu nela e fez um escândalo aqui em casa. Agora chega! Ela é filha da minha irmã, portanto é sua prima. - Me desculpa, mãe, mas ela não é nada pra mim. – Tentei manter a calma. – Ela ficou com o meu namorado na minha cama, isso não é coisa que se faça. Eu namorava o Cláudio há quatro anos, ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e o encontrei na minha cama, no meu quarto, transando com a Kelly, minha prima! Eu fiquei em choque. Claro que a Melissa, minha melhor amiga, partiu pra cima deles. Desde então as coisas ficaram tensas em minha casa, pois meus pais insistiam que era uma bobagem e que eu deveria agir como se nada tivesse acontecido e voltasse a conviver com a minha prima. - Errado foi ele, Catarina, que era seu namorado. – Minha mãe argumentou. – A Kelly, coitada, foi seduzida, ele a desonrou, agora vai se casar com ela pra ela não ficar mal falada na cidade. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. – Olha aqui, se você não quer conviver com a Kelly tudo bem, mas você vai a esse casamento. E chega desse comportamento grosseiro. - Eu o quê? – Achei que eu tinha ouvido errado. - Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras, evento de gala, falando para os meus pais que seria importantíssimo para a minha carreira, já que os empresários mais importantes da cidade estariam lá, eu faria contatos muito importantes e nossos professores haviam prometido nos apresentar a vários empresários que abririam portas para o nosso futuro profissional. Em princípio meus pais não estavam muito convencidos, mas os pais da Melissa conversaram com eles e os convenceram de que seria uma excelente oportunidade para o meu futuro. Então eles concordaram que eu deveria aproveitar a oportunidade. - Catarina, você não pode me dizer não! Já comprei os convites, as máscaras e já até convenci seus pais de que é um evento importantíssimo para o seu futuro profissional, o que me deu um trabalhão. Essa festa vai ser incrível e você não vai perder! – Melissa, falava e me olhava com os olhos de um cachorrinho abandonado, juntando as mãos como se suplicando. Eu estava sentada em minha mesa no trabalho, no meio da tarde de uma quinta feira, entre anotar recados e fazer ligações, e a Mel apareceu com café, bolinhos de chocolate e essa insistência para eu aceitar ir no baile de máscaras que acontecia anualmente e era o maior evento em nossa cidade. - Ai, Mel, como é que pode eu não conseguir dizer não pra você? Está bem, eu vou! Eu concordei em ir ao baile, mas eu ainda não tinha certeza. De qualquer forma eu iria dormir na casa da Mel para fugir do casamento, mas não iria à festa, contudo, Melissa tanto fez que me convenceu a ir pra festa. No sábado nos arrumamos na casa dela. - Quê isso, hein, amiga! Tá gata demais! – Ela me entregou uma máscara dourada, linda, toda trabalhada como se fosse uma renda, que cobria até o nariz e eu a coloquei. Eu usava um vestido de cetim vermelho brilhante e a máscara combinou perfeitamente. – Então, estamos prontas? - Sim estamos prontas. – Respondi e peguei minha bolsa. – Ih, esqueci meu perfume. - Não, tem problema, você vai usar o perfume novo da minha mãe. Ela não se importa. Quando o Fernando, namorado da Mel, nos viu sorriu, deu um beijo na Mel e disse: - Garotas, vocês estão lindíssimas! Acho que você vai sair dessa festa com um namorado novo, Cat. - Sem namorado, Nando. Na verdade, eu acho que é melhor eu ficar, eu não estou no clima pra festa. Por favor, Mel, deixa eu ficar? CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível Não teve jeito, minha amiga me arrastou para o baile. Logo que entramos a Mel nos arrastou para o bar e falou no meu ouvido: - A festa é open bar, então hoje você vai beber para afogar de vez a tristeza! –A Mel me entregou dois shots de tequila e com mais dois em suas mãos me falou: - Vamos virar! – viramos a tequila e o Fernando já entregava uma taça de cosmopolitan para cada uma. Melissa me arrastou para a pista de dança e até que eu estava me divertindo. Começou uma música lenta e o Nando e a Mel começaram a dançar agarradinhos, aproveitei a deixa e me encaminhei para o buffet, mas não consegui chegar, senti uma mão puxando a minha e quando olhei para trás havia um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim, e que sorriso! Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - E por que não? Vamos dançar. – Sorri pra ele. Era impossível resistir aquela voz rouca sedutora e aquele sorriso lindo meio de lado! Ele era alto, ombros largos, um sorriso encantador e olhos azuis, tão azuis que eram quase violeta. Ele tinha uma boca que convidava ao pecado, cabelos castanhos, e quando me puxou pela cintura eu apoiei as mãos em seu corpo e percebi que ele era uma parede de músculos bem definidos. Embora a máscara não permitisse ver seu rosto, ele era muito charmoso e encantador. - Eu estava observando você desde que chegou. – Aquele homem, com ar misterioso, falou no meu ouvido. – Você é tão linda! - Você é gentil. Mas você não é da cidade, é? – Ele tinha uma presença forte, emanava poder. - Não. Um amigo me convenceu a vir a essa festa. - Parece que temos algo em comum, meus amigos também me convenceram a vir. - Sorte minha! - E por que? – Sorri. - Porque eu fiquei fascinado quando te vi. Você é muito linda. – Enquanto ele falava no meu ouvido eu ia me arrepiando, sentindo meu rosto esquentar e o corpo formigar, ele realmente me encantou. - Mesmo com a máscara? - Mesmo com a máscara! Você é linda demais. - Você é um sedutor. - Você me acha sedutor? - Você sabe que é. E lindo também. - Que bom que você gosta do que vê. – Eu me senti um pouco zonza, não sei se pela bebida ou pelo perfume delicioso que aquele homem usava. Acabei tropeçando nos meus próprios pés. - Você está bem? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego, quando ele interrompeu o beijo para respirarmos, nos olhamos nos olhos, foi como jogar gasolina no fogo, ele passou a mão pela minha cintura, desceu até minha coxa e puxou minha perna para sua cintura. Eu já estava completamente entregue nesse momento, sentindo seu corpo contra o meu, eu fiquei louca de tesão e o puxei para mais perto envolvendo sua cintura com minha perna. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Eu estava em chamas quando ele enfiou a mão dentro da minha calcinha e gemeu. – Ah! Que delícia! Tão quente, tão molhadinha! – Disse e me beijou com mais força, enquanto abria o zíper da sua calça. Com um movimento rápido, de quem já tinha feito aquilo antes, ele rasgou minha calcinha e acariciou minha entrada, como se pedisse permissão. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! – Respondi sem nenhum pudor, eu já estava arfando de tanto tesão. Eu não resisti aqueles olhos e aquela voz rouca. Eu nunca fui assim, normalmente eu teria me desvencilhado dele no momento em que me puxou pela mão, mas aquela noite eu havia prometido a mim mesma que iria me divertir e se aparecesse alguém interessante eu viveria o momento. E era o que eu estava fazendo, vivendo aquele momento. Ao me ouvir, ele foi entrando em mim devagar, observando eu encostar minha cabeça na parede e aproveitar cada centímetro dele, e ele era enorme. Ele aproveitou para espalhar beijos pelo meu pescoço. Quando acabou de entrar ele parou e falou entre beijos no meu ouvido: - Agora eu vou me mexer. – E começou a sair, só pra entrar de novo com toda força dessa vez, e foi uma delícia, eu estava completamente entregue e enlouquecida com os movimentos dele que entrava e saia de mim freneticamente. Nos descontrolamos e nos entregamos totalmente, como se não tivesse nada ao nosso redor, eu senti uma névoa em meus olhos e o climax começando a se formar e gemi baixinho no ouvido dele, nesse momento parece que ele enlouqueceu, puxou minha outra perna para sua cintura e eu o entrelacei. Me beijando intensamente ele entrava e saia com mais força ainda em mim, era o paraíso na terra. Eu gozei gemendo na boca dele e foi um climax incrível, mas ele continuou o movimento e logo outro climax se formou, e gozei novamente, um climax ainda maior que o anterior que me deixou sem fôlego, enquanto eu gozava ele me disse baixinho que estava no limite me sentindo pulsar ao seu redor, logo eu senti o gozo dele quente dentro de mim. Ficamos ali encostados naquela parede, totalmente sem fôlego, a testa dele encostada a minha. Enquanto me beijava, ele começou a sair de mim e eu estava completamente bem comida, como diria a Melissa. Eu sorri e ele me olhou, me deu um selinho e disse: - Você é realmente incrível! Gentilmente ele baixou minhas pernas até meus pés tocarem o chão, colocou o meu vestido em ordem, arrumou sua calça e me abraçou. Isso foi tão íntimo, tão afetuoso, apesar da loucura daquele encontro e da ferocidade com que nos entregamos, ele ainda era cuidadoso comigo. Eu nunca tinha tido uma relação tão maravilhosa, mas eu só tinha transado com meu ex até então. E meu ex nunca tinha se preocupado em me abraçar depois, nem se preocupava com meu prazer, para ele a coisa se resumia a entrar e sair até ele estar satisfeito, então, o fato de um homem se preocupar comigo, com meu prazer, cuidar de mim, foi novidade, e uma novidade incrível. Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. – Levei segundos para processar e finalmente me dar conta de que acabei de transar com um completo estranho e nem sei o nome dele. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. Se afastou um pouco e só pude ouvir ele elevando a voz e dizendo: - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Mas e daí? Foda-se eu só estava me divertindo também e eu nem sabia quem era o cara e ele não sabia quem eu era. Tudo certo. Me recompus, procurei minha calcinha rasgada inutilmente, onde ele a teria jogado eu não faço ideia, e saí daquele corredor. Voltei pra mesa e encontrei a Mel e o Nando se agarrando. Logo eles pararam e focaram em mim: - Mel, acho que encontrei o Lobo Mau! – Eu ri e ela riu comigo. - Quando chegarmos em casa quero saber tudo! - Claro que quer! – respondi com os olhos brilhando. - Príncipe, acho que já podemos ir. O que acha, Cat? - Eu estou pronta quando vocês quiserem! – falei virando um copo de água. - Então vamos, garotas! – Fernando falou e nos conduziu para a saída. Mal chegamos e a Mel já foi me ordenando: - Conta tudo, quem é, como foi, como não foi, tudo. Eu ri e contei tudo pra ela, quando terminei de falar minha amiga me olhava de boca aberta e me perguntou: - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. E eu balancei a cabeça em negativa para ela, eu estava em choque por me dar conta do quão descuidada eu fui. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Vou na cozinha preparar um chá pra gente. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na segunda, na hora do almoço, encontrei a Mel e ela me entregou uma sacolinha de uma loja chique. Olhei pra ela sem entender. - Minha mãe mandou eu te entregar. Ela disse que ele é perfeito para você e não combina com ela. – A Mel falou com um grande sorriso. Abri a sacolinha e lá dentro estava o perfume que eu usei para ir ao baile. Eu abri um grande sorriso. Eu amei aquele perfume e ele era parte da melhor noite da minha vida. Liguei para o laboratório e fui informada que precisaria apresentar um pedido médico para fazer os exames pelo plano de saúde. Graças a Deus a empresa pagava plano de saúde para os funcionários, porque se não, não sei o que faria, meu salário não era alto e o pouco que sobrava depois de cobrir as despesas da faculdade eu ajudava em casa, já que minha mãe não trabalhava fora e meu pai também não ganhava muito como motorista. Então marquei o médico que só tinha horário para quinze dias depois e aguardei agoniada. Quanto mais os dias passavam mais nervosa eu estava, a Mel fazia de tudo para me acalmar. Na data marcada ela foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Já tinham se passado três semanas desde a festa quando eu finalmente consegui fazer os exames. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Vou encaminhá-la para um ginecologista obstetra para que você faça o pré natal.... Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. Eu não podia acreditar nisso! Grávida? Como eu iria explicar? Não é possível. Na primeira vez que deixo a racionalidade de lado acabo grávida e nem sei quem é o pai! A Mel segurava minha mão e repetia: - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Como ficaria tudo bem? Eu nem sabia quem era o pai. Eu teria que contar isso para os meus pais, sua única filha acabaria com eles. Eles ficariam decepcionados, iriam me odiar, me colocariam pra fora de casa. Como eu ia explicar que não sei nem como é a cara do pai do meu filho? Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Tenho certeza que as pessoas que te amam vão te apoiar e ajudar. Mas você precisa se acalmar, porque só você pode cuidar para que esse bebê se desenvolva saudável e nasça forte. Você me compreende? O médico pediu a secretária para trazer um chá de camomila para mim e enquanto eu bebia o chá e tentava me acalmar ele passava todas as informações para a Melissa que ouvia tudo atentamente. Saímos do consultório e a Melissa me levou para uma lanchonete dizendo que nós precisávamos comer alguma coisa. Logo que me sentei senti as lágrimas caírem. Minha amiga me abraçou e me disse mais uma vez que eu não estava sozinha. Olhei para ela e disse: - A única certeza que tenho agora é que quero você e o Nando como padrinhos do meu filho, porque sei que vocês vão apoiá-lo e dar a ele muito amor. Os olhos dela brilharam e ela explodiu em lágrimas e soluçando me respondeu: - Eu vou ser a melhor madrinha do mundo e vou estar sempre perto do nosso bebê! E tenho certeza que o Nando vai ficar muito feliz também! Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Meus pais... ai! Comecei a raciocinar e decidi que não iria esconder deles nem por um dia, ia contar naquela noite mesmo, não iria a faculdade, pois iria pra casa falar com eles. A Mel logo me apoiou e disse: - Então vamos, eu estou com você! Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. Meus pais perceberam logo que era algo muito sério. Nos sentamos todos na sala e eu contei a eles o que estava acontecendo e que eu fui irresponsável e fiquei com um estranho na festa, não entrei em detalhes obviamente, mas deixei claro que não poderia encontrar o pai do meu filho de novo. A decepção nos olhos deles era evidente. Minha mãe soluçava de tanto chorar e dizia que eu estava arruinada. Meu pai até então não havia dito nada. A Melissa vendo como minha mãe estava nervosa foi logo na cozinha e voltou com um copo de água com açúcar para ela. Melissa sempre dá água com açúcar pra quem está nervoso dizendo que acalma, eu nunca entendi isso. Por fim, meu pai falou: - Você cometeu um erro muito grande e não tem volta. Ouvir meu pai enfatizar que eu errei fez meu coração doer ainda mais. Eu comecei a chorar e fui falando: - Eu sei, pai, eu fui irresponsável. Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você está muito enganada se acha que vai sair dessa casa assim. Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. Você não está sozinha, minha filha! E essa criança também não! – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Mas pai, eu envergonhei vocês... - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós gostaríamos que as coisas fossem diferentes para você, que não fossem tão difíceis. Você sempre foi tão responsável! Mas, se é assim, nós vamos enfrentar isso. Você não vai deixar a faculdade, mais do que nunca você precisa crescer na vida para cuidar do seu filho, você vai ser mãe solteira, sua responsabilidade é muito grande. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. A Melissa já estava chorando e logo falou com os meus pais: - Sr. Antônio, Dona Celina, vocês contem comigo, vou ajudar em tudo! Até porque eu sou a madrinha desse bebê, a Cat é como uma irmã pra mim, e vou estar sempre por perto. Meus pais olharam para ela com gratidão. Eu olhei para aqueles três me sentindo completamente abençoada por tê-los em minha vida, cheia de amor por eles e um sentimento totalmente novo por aquele serzinho que ainda crescia dentro de mim e que eu acabava de descobrir a existência! Por mais difícil que fosse ser mãe solteira, aquela noite no baile foi a melhor noite da minha vida. Eu nunca vou poder esquecer aqueles olhos azuis violeta me olhando com adoração durante nosso encontro furtivo e tudo o que meu corpo experimentou naquela noite. Eu sempre teria essa doce lembrança comigo. Os meses seguintes foram difíceis. Guardei em uma caixa o vestido, os sapatos, a máscara e o perfume que a mãe da Mel me deu. Em dias difíceis eu abria aquela caixa e revivia em minha memória aquela noite. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Eu queria matá-los! A mãe da Kelly, que era irmã da minha mãe, também não perdia a oportunidade de ir lá em casa nos atormentar, dizendo que ainda bem que a filha dela não era como eu, que era uma boa moça, que tinha se casado com um homem decente. Parecia ter esquecido que aquela puta roubou meu namorado e transou com ele na minha cama. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Quanto mais os dias passavam, mais eu amava aquele bebê, eu não tinha ideia que poderia existir um amor assim. Tudo o que eu fazia, fazia por ele. Eu o protegeria de tudo, eu daria a minha vida por ele. E, por incrível que pareça, com a gravidez parecia que todas as coisas fluíam para o meu bem, tudo ia se encaminhando e dando certo. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! Eu nunca esqueceria aquele homem! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. A essa altura ele já andava para todos os lados, sempre agarrado na vovó, que foi a primeira palavrinha que ele disse. Era um menino lindo, cabelinhos amigos bem lisinhos, pele clara, um nariz arrebitadinho e aqueles enormes olhos violeta que me faziam suspirar. Ele era o meu sol! E agora eu teria mais tempo pra ele. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe, então eu deveria procurar emprego na minha área, que ele compreenderia. Garantiu que meu emprego na construtora seria meu enquanto eu quisesse e que se eu saísse e não desse certo eu teria para onde voltar. Mas que eu deveria buscar algo na minha área de formação, para dar um futuro muito melhor para o meu filho. Eu fiquei muito emocionada com isso e aceitei o seu bom conselho. Contei pra Melissa e ela logo me disse que ia falar com o pai dela para que ele acionasse alguns contatos. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Catarina, sei que você é uma ótima garota e uma boa profissional. Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. Se você conseguir esse emprego vai exercer sua profissão em uma empresa global, é um excelente cargo, mas não é aqui em Campanário. Você teria que se mudar para Porto Paraíso. Eu sei que é um passo enorme, mas acho que você deveria considerar, vai ser excelente para você. Enfim, envie um e-mail para o endereço eletrônico no cartão com a sua resposta desistindo da vaga ou aceitando a entrevista virtual. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! O Grupo Mellendez é um dos maiores conglomerados de empresas do país! Trabalhar lá é um sonho! Eu vou aceitar a entrevista sim, se tiver que me mudar eu vou, sei que será uma grande oportunidade. – falei com convicção, pois não seria ruim me afastar daquelas pessoas maldosas da minha família, principalmente agora que a “rainha” Kelly estava grávida e a mãe dela resolveu pedir tudo que é do Pedro pro rebento do casal canalha! Ainda bem que minha mãe disse a ela que isso era um absurdo, mas que de qualquer forma seria impossível, pois eu já havia dado tudo que não servia mais para o Pedro para uma conhecida que estava grávida. Minha mãe andava muito chateada com a irmã, pois ela estava sempre se desfazendo do meu filho, sempre se referia a ele como o menino sem pai e isso magoou muito minha mãe. Indo embora dessa cidade, só vou lamentar em deixar meus pais e meus amigos, mas sei que eles vão me apoiar mais uma vez. Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Cheguei a minha mesa e falei com o meu chefe, outro Sr. Lascuran, mas ele não gostava de ser chamado assim então o chamava pelo nome: - Aldo, seu irmão conseguiu uma entrevista pra mim no Grupo Mellendez. Ele sorriu: - Eu sei, ele acabou de me ligar, acho que você deve agarrar a oportunidade, se não der certo você volta. Sorri pra ele e fui logo enviar o e-mail para marcar a entrevista. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Naquela noite em casa falei com os meus pais que entenderam, mesmo se preocupando em como eu ia cuidar de uma criança sozinha em outra cidade e ficando chorosos porque ficariam longe do neto. Me apoiaram como sempre e ficaram felizes com a oportunidade que eu recebi. Pedi que eles não contassem para ninguém. Quando a Mel chegou, ela ia todos os dias ver o afilhado, contei tudo e ela me ajudou a me preparar para o dia seguinte. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. Foi muito agradável, conversamos por duas horas, ela me passou todas as informações do cargo, salário e benefícios, no final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. De modo que gostaria que você começasse o mais rápido possível, pois eu viajo daqui a dez dias e gostaria de lhe passar tudo antes de ir. E também não gostaria de reagendar a minha partida. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta, será que o Aldo concordaria em me liberar ainda hoje? - Perfeito. Você pode me enviar um e-mail confirmando depois de falar com ele. Você tem alguma dúvida? - Não, senhora. Está tudo claro. -Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez, tenho certeza que você vai se sair muito bem. Te espero na segunda. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. O emprego era ótimo, o salário melhor ainda e eu ainda teria chance de progredir. Era um sonho. Mas era hora de correr para resolver tudo. Fui imediatamente falar com meu chefe. Ele ficou feliz, ligou para a contabilidade e mandou fazer meu acerto imediatamente. Após o acerto ele me liberou, disse que eu teria sempre um lugar para voltar se precisasse, mas que sabia que eu iria me dar muito bem. O agradeci por tudo e saí. Mandei o e-mail de confirmação para a Sra. Mariana, dizendo que na segunda, às oito da manhã, estaria na empresa, e fui logo falar com a Mel e o pai dela, tinha que agradecer. E aí foi a Mel quem me surpreendeu: - O que você achou, que ia levar meu afilhado embora assim? Não vai mesmo! Meu pai conseguiu uma entrevista para mim na Lince Mundi em Porto Paraíso. Eu vou me mudar com você e vamos morar juntas. O que acha? Isso era perfeito! Fiquei muito feliz, mas logo perguntei: - Mel, mas e o Nando? - O Nando já pediu na empresa a transferência dele pra filial de Porto Paraíso, lá ele terá mais oportunidades também. Ele vai daqui a quinze dias. Amiga, vida nova para nós três. Eu estava muito feliz. A Mel já havia orquestrado tudo. O Nando ia nos levar e ela ficaria com o Pedro para eu trabalhar até conseguirmos a creche. Ela já tinha três creches para visitar e o pai dela já havia disponibilizado um apartamento mobiliado na cidade pra gente. Era bom demais, eu estava até com medo. Percebendo, a Mel me cutucou e me disse: - Aprenda a aceitar as coisas boas que a vida te oferece! Eu sorri pra ela e fomos para a casa dos meus pais. Era hora de dar a notícia e nos despedir. Porto Paraíso fica do outro lado do país, então ficaríamos sem nos ver um tempo. Meus pais ficaram felizes, até eu dizer que partiria na manhã seguinte, aí a despedida foi uma tristeza. Era difícil deixá-los para trás, mas era necessário. Com o salário que eu receberia, poderia ajudá-los agora. Isso era bom. Na manhã seguinte o Nando e a Mel chegaram pontualmente. O pai da Mel deu uma caminhonete de presente para ela, o que facilitou muito fazer nossa mudança. O Nando colocou tudo na caminhonete e lá fomos nós, seria o dia todo na estrada. Chegamos a Porto Paraíso já era tarde da noite de sábado, Pedrinho estava muito cansado, se divertiu muito durante a viagem, era tudo novidade. Nos acomodamos, pedimos comida e depois de comer fomos dormir. No domingo percorremos a cidade reconhecendo tudo, Porto Paraíso era uma cidade muito grande, cheia de indústrias, muito moderna, ficava no litoral e o porto atraia muitos negócios para a cidade, era um centro urbano de primeiro mundo. O apartamento em que iríamos morar ficava perto de uma das creches que a Mel havia contactado, isso era ótimo, e também não ficava longe da empresa, de metrô eu chegaria em vinte minutos. Era lindo, decorado em estilo moderno e bem arejado e iluminado, com janelas enormes. À noite deixamos o Nando no aeroporto e de volta em casa fomos descansar, o dia seguinte seria um grande dia, eu começaria no emprego e a Mel faria sua entrevista virtual e marcaria com a diretora da creche perto do apartamento para irmos conhecer e conversar. Coloquei meu filho na cama, ele estava cansado de tanto que se divertiu hoje. Eu observei por um tempo seu soninho tranquilo e estava confiante de que aqui nós teríamos uma vida muito boa. Pedro agora tinha seu próprio quarto, eu e a Mel combinamos de comprar umas coisinhas para deixar bem a nossa cara, dar um toque pessoal. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. Fui muito bem recebida pela Sra. Mariana, que me apresentou todo mundo e todos foram gentis. O chefe não estava lá, estava viajando e chegaria no final da semana. O escritório era lindo, muito moderno, todo decorado em branco, aço inox e detalhes verdes, muito profissional e acolhedor ao mesmo tempo. Era elegante e eu gostei muito. Fiquei particularmente feliz por ter escolhido vestir um terno amigo, com uma blusa de cetim verde escuro por baixo e saltos amigos. Eu deveria estar elegante todos os dias agora, afinal ia trabalhar direto com o presidente da empresa. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. É um garotinho muito esperto. Não foi planejado, mas é a razão da minha vida! - Qual o nome dele? - Pedro. - Pedro. Um nome forte. Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Contei para ela que o pai do Pedro era um homem que eu conheci em uma festa e nunca mais vi, ela me olhava séria, não havia julgamento nos olhos dela. Então me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Obrigada pela confiança e honestidade. Vai lá resolver a creche para o seu filho, continuamos à tarde, não precisa correr. Agradeci e me despedi dela indo encontrar a Mel e o Pedro. Minha admiração e respeito pela Sra. Mariana só cresciam. Ela é uma mulher de uns cinquenta e cinco anos, cabelos loiros bem claros e olhos azuis quase transparentes. É uma mulher bonita e elegante, mas principalmente é muito acolhedora. Nós nos demos muito bem. Durante o resto da manhã ela me encheu de informações sobre o trabalho e eu ia anotando tudo. Na hora do almoço eu saí do prédio e a Mel já estava me esperando na porta com o Pedro. Entrei no carro e fomos almoçar antes de ir à creche. Eu e a Mel adoramos a creche e o Pedro já estava enturmado correndo com os novos amiguinhos, ele é um menino muito extrovertido. Isso me deixou muito feliz! Meu filho estava feliz! Desistimos de ver as outras creches, pois essa era ótima e ficava muito perto de casa, a três quarteirões de distância. Fizemos a matrícula e acertamos todos os detalhes. A diretora sugeriu que deixássemos o Pedro até o final do dia, já que ele estava se divertindo e assim já ia se adaptando. A Mel ficou de buscá-lo no fim do dia. A Mel me deixou na empresa novamente e me disse que voltaria pra casa para se preparar para a entrevista de trabalho que seria no meio da tarde. Voltei à minha sala e cheguei antes da Sra. Mariana. Sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou e eu fiquei sem saber o que fazer, mas aquela seria minha mesa, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. Levei um susto, mas me controlei e respondi: - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. Posso ajudá-lo ou o senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. - Perfeitamente, senhor. E qual o seu nome? - Parece que eu sou o seu chefe! – falou rispidamente e desligou o telefone. Nossa, que homem estressado! Isso não estava na descrição do cargo. Imediatamente minha garganta apertou, meu chefe e eu já tinha causado má impressão? Eu estava muito ferrada! Comecei a pensar que não ia durar nesse emprego. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio, e perguntou: - Ele estava calmo? Eu olhei pra ela e não aguentei: - Ele estava a ponto de ter um colapso nervoso. Certamente a jugular dele estava saltando no pescoço. Ela caiu na gargalhada e depois disse: - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza. Eu não tinha essa certeza. Talvez eu nem devesse desfazer as malas, esse homem iria me engolir viva!		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2633148	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 2:35 PM	1733881918	1749584138		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469856461_1600547657202557_498689529156624691_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B8BVuqXtKbEQ7kNvgEIGKVg&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYDTFGuL0_jHHJ0bsQlvpd9ffunU8Fd3A83maHh6hPq4MQ&oe=675EDB2D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633239	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 4:34 PM	1733881926	1745703251		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633259	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/9/25, 8:35 AM	1733881928	1746797744		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633264	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 11:25 PM	1733881928	1746246329		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633275	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881929	1744621472		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633285	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881929	1744621472		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633304	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 8:37 PM	1733881930	1746149873		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633307	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 2:02 AM	1733881931	1749798170		1987																										smithsofdublin.com	Shop now			VIDEO			https://smithsofdublin.com/collections/enewton			1.5176286251429E+15	Smith's	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618322_1573322566651045_1957868395318571134_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X5NO1dW02rUQ7kNvgG5EmEN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDHQkqp4GLmKL54LBrp38orF0QXuv8ER4i8F52EJr5Vjg&oe=675EC9C5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Introducing our stunning collection of Enewton Bracelets, designed to make every moment special - the perfect gift for those who appreciate style and versatility. Handcrafted with high-performance elastic, these bracelets offer a flexible and comfortable wear. Slip them on and off with ease, knowing they are built for both durability and style. Wear them through all your daily activities from sleeping to showering to exercising, without a second thought! Perfect for gifting, these bracelets add an effortless touch of charm to any outfit. Whether celebrating a special occasion or just showing you care, they make a thoughtful present for someone you love (or a treat for yourself!). Their blend of practicality and elegance is hard to resist. Create a truly unique gift by building a personalized stack! Combine different colors and designs to craft a statement piece that reflects their individuality. Find the perfect gift – Shop our Enewton Bracelets today and share the joy of style and confidence!		Smith's		3843	https://www.facebook.com/smithsofdublin/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633334	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881936	1744621472		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633328	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 5:52 PM	1733881933	1746139963		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633344	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:28 PM	1733881937	1749767309		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469776334_994243319399819_1756734118842181937_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0HD6JtuqOecQ7kNvgH7_wsD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYCukibkUpwFySSVcrggso15q3od6IqDPt7-gnqps0p1Yw&oe=675ED86A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633347	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 7:59 PM	1733881937	1749862799		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469904435_1107328267051377_2098177934748267585_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fb737PfI9v4Q7kNvgGyV0oT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYAhmOLzknF3teU1H6FRTRZvSPTm9568ufPgGnhytIfD-w&oe=675ECC28	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633401	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881948	1744621473		1987																										unitypoint.org	Learn more			IMAGE	Our Culture	<p>Caring for people — it's what we do best.</p>	https://bit.ly/UPH-Culture			142197050766	UnityPoint Health - Meriter	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469961464_561190463535462_3123410823503008566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xvBP2ZffAuQQ7kNvgHKfgrn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ak0xbZKTQLPKZzU0EDmz47D&oh=00_AYBmBAPnra81h9MtIoJQbjY2L2LMPHaOT34I5sRRvR-daQ&oe=675EB870	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Congratulations to all the amazing UnityPoint Health - Meriter team members who were recognized as honorable mentions for the prestigious UnityPoint Health Luminary Award! This honor recognizes team members who go above and beyond to live out our FOCUS Values, uniting our team and elevating our mission. Thank you for the expertise, compassion and dedication you bring to our patients each day. Learn more about awards and our team culture at https://bit.ly/UPH-Culture.		UnityPoint Health - Meriter		12351	https://www.facebook.com/Meriter/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633416	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 2:46 AM	1733881949	1749887201		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633426	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881949	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633429	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 3:20 PM	1733881949	1746735645		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633434	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881949	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633452	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:47 AM	1733881950	1749365228		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633459	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 4:14 AM	1733881951	1746350085		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633462	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 9:19 AM	1733881951	1746713967		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633465	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 1:14 AM	1733881951	1749881688		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633467	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:53 AM	1733881951	1749365636		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633475	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 2:16 PM	1733881952	1746299802		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633478	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/12/25, 8:41 PM	1733881952	1747100501		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/aramoreskincare			1.0439645244509E+14	Aramore Skincare	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813740_1124719382383204_1534111704528483345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=k1KH_m9ijb0Q7kNvgEfoOxl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2iLOZiYaubkp0cDlCmesja&oh=00_AYBRtMThEbKAmOsmBIYISf7apOkdIE3JalLTvj1IKmorfw&oe=675ECB45	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next generation of skincare has arrived. Most skincare = not that effective, because it’s only treating surface issues. But Aramore gets to the source of aging, which is caused by the slowdown of NAD+ production in our cells. We boost NAD+ to help renew cellular energy, making your cells behave more like their younger selves again. And that’s how we make such a difference in the health and quality of your skin. You’re looking amazing, @kelly_jensen06 ✨		Aramore Skincare		464	https://www.facebook.com/AramoreSkinCare/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633534	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881958	1744621474		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633569	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:37 AM	1733881959	1749364641		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUni53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642353_2259990911052899_4695191914448840448_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFgucSSNlwQQ7kNvgEvzaWz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCyY3YprF-AP4_tHJK_bT5E3zRMeAOWn27Ajpk81Z6F6A&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633606	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:19 PM	1733881961	1746209997		1987																										operaedwardsville.org	Buy tickets			EVENT	2024 December Concert	The Wildey Theatre · Edwardsville, IL, United States	https://www.operaedwardsville.org/home/2024-december-concert			3.9391295447533E+14	Opera Edwardsville	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469943590_1737303170448342_9063657481190473232_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xZtOKJ4akIMQ7kNvgESDXuH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCE-NcT8aNk-m85qXXGLltaBykFjMJGSx5rDLXy9Oss6g&oe=675EB000	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Limited tickets remain: Opera Edwardsville presents Christmas at the Wildey! Thursday, December 19th at 7:30pm Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025 For info and tickets: www.operaedwardsville.org World class artists will perform operatic duets around the theme of "O Holy Night," before selections of classic carols and festive favorites! Limited tickets remain for Opera Edwardsville's signature holiday concert that returns to the Wildey Theatre on Thursday, December 19th at 7:30pm. Tickets are sold through the Wildey Theatre box office and can be purchased online, by phone, or in person. We hope you will purchase your tickets now and join us next week!		Opera Edwardsville		2157	https://www.facebook.com/OperaEdwardsville1/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2633612	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/23/25, 1:00 AM	1733881961	1747980014		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633678	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:50 AM	1733881966	1749365453		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469816626_551580511120300_4674929315638981010_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wy3wNMkrhFIQ7kNvgEfv9V3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBJ4qmfeVBGd7-rf9gi00C3jCB0eSyOSydfvmXIDlmKpA&oe=675EBC66	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633688	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 9:32 PM	1733881966	1749868375		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469832817_1535004360548448_1408897826057619389_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-oBzJVLCU5cQ7kNvgGN5KG9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYDVA8EOOVFFRrPxJfwhLpLSr2teec6z947WqTulihrWtg&oe=675EC9C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633754	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:37 PM	1733881971	1748990270		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	👉Get FREE chapters👈		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.8454367807876E+14	Worth reading	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469847904_1150028016621100_1451188665765576229_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ARfadlyrmWsQ7kNvgGEXszu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDiA38xeluN-67hPIy26Ox0VBa_T_Lgoee6z_KWsNX74A&oe=675EDAF9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I'm the daughter of a Beta, yet I've become a target of bullying at school. My brother watches it all unfold, but like everyone else, he remains indifferent. Yet I have a secret I'm determined to hide - My wolf and I is actually the top young warrior in our pack. On an ordinary afternoon, I was pushed down once again. A hard slap struck my face, and I felt blood dripping from my mouth. I glared at the school bully, Kelly, gritting my teeth as I asked her what I had done wrong this time. She tossed her golden hair, arrogantly ordering me to mind my own business and stop interfering with her punishment of those puppies. She and her friends laughed at me, mocking my attempts to protect other bullied kids. They called me "loser" and "fool", while the crowd joined in their laughter. Through the throng, I saw my dear Beta brother and other future leaders, who smirked like everyone else. They think if one can't handle a bit of hitting, he is too weak to be worth their time. I fought back tears, meeting Kelly’s gaze and challenged her on what was so great about bullying the weak. Another slap landed, more blood flowed, and my cheek began to swell. But it didn’t matter, I had my wolf to help me heal—this was my secret. I had bonded with my wolf six years earlier than my peers, and we trained hard. I just have to keep my head low, so that I can become an elite warrior and leave this sad pack forever. The next day, thanks to my wolf, my wounds had completely healed, and I was ready for training. It was the only place I didn’t have to worry about Kelly and her friends. I could be myself and stay unnoticed. But today, everything was changed by someone. A tall, confident blonde walked into the training ground like she owned the place. She introduced herself as Sierra. All the young males couldn't take their eyes off her during the practice, until our coach, Delta Kyle, raised his voice to command attention. He announced that I would face Sierra in a match to see if I could subdue her in 30 seconds. I was taken aback, but my wolf was not. Sierra was way stronger than me. My brother and his Alpha friend were there too, both shocked by Delta Kyle’s command. I heard a snarky high-pitched male voice cutting through, mixed with taunts of “loser” "impossible”, which caused a low chorus of agreement. A surge of adrenaline filled my body, and I could feel my wolf’s anger at the negativity. I asked her if we could win this fight. She didn’t answer, but a powerful energy surged through my limbs.		Worth reading		83	https://www.facebook.com/61558831166854/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633762	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 8:17 PM	1733881971	1749604624		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633767	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 7:41 AM	1733881971	1745844116		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633784	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 5:03 AM	1733881973	1746093816		1987																										bit.ly	Learn more			VIDEO	Medi-Share: A Reliable Christian Healthcare Sharing Community		https://bit.ly/kirbyisaboss5			6.7700285574496E+14	Kirby Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469924792_953081250008548_2810846820875097410_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gc5_jGOElAgQ7kNvgEayWQW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYDTLHSkOgU-m0hoBZ9mKy0SKTuQOOzj2X8d7Tc1G48VJg&oe=675EBABE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		*Health care shouldn't be a health scare. As a chronic migraine sufferer, I know that added stress from these things is fun for nobody! But that is why I am thankful for health-sharing programs such as Medi-Share who aim to bring affordable, reliable, and trustworthy health care to all of their members!* *As a believer, I love that they are the Nation's highest-rated health care sharing ministry and that they value the body of believers as a community. On average, Medi-Share members save up to 50% off on health care as well, which is a pretty significant number!* *For a limited time, Medi-Share is waiving their $50 enrollment fee, so you can apply today with that extra added bonus!* *Hope, health and healing are yours today, and I'm excited to hear how Medi-Share plays a part in your journey and that testimony!*		Kirby Kelly		6019	https://www.facebook.com/Kirbyisaboss/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633801	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 6:01 PM	1733881974	1748991701		1987																										aldermanchevrolet.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Chevrolet, GMC Dealership in Rutland VT | Serving Rutland and Proctor | Alderman's Chevrolet GMC	Alderman's Chevrolet GMC of Rutland VT serving Proctor is one of the best Chevrolet, GMC dealerships in VT. Call Sales <span class='callNowClass'>802-779-0005</span>	http://www.aldermanchevrolet.com/			1.0097763340782E+14	Alderman's Chevrolet GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469778974_2433007587034631_6606075047682054414_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=V4VqYO353_oQ7kNvgGP-sps&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBKnU2bKK0d0JI4Usa--NesDnjj_jEEcN2YSv8FfwxQ3A&oe=675ECC00	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		A huge thank-you to Debra Kelly for staying with Alderman's Chevrolet GMC! We're thrilled to have helped you find your new 2024 GMC Terrain SLE. Enjoy the ride!		Alderman's Chevrolet GMC		9067	https://www.facebook.com/AldermansChevroletGmc/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633833	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:37 PM	1733881976	1748990248		1987																										am.ticketmaster.com/purdue	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Save on "Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300"	Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.	https://am.ticketmaster.com/purdue/promotional-page?id=Mzg1			19926223060	Purdue Convocations	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825206_1916239572201984_7417768929703193500_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=inA3335yeMwQ7kNvgEgmu4k&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDe3jcyz9Ecw294seiGM22-wIQ_PUR695ri-soHgUJHZw&oe=675EDBE6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.		Purdue Convocations		16581	https://www.facebook.com/PurdueConvocationsIN/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633839	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:37 PM	1733881976	1748990256		1987																										api.whatsapp.com	Send WhatsApp Message			DCO	Chatea con nosotros	{{product.description}}	https://api.whatsapp.com/send			2.218583510135E+14	Doctores Giraldo	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469797188_575417205075053_8297504903172140033_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LiDIDPrc4Q0Q7kNvgHxqX5G&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYCItr6hSjuS2ekU0qoSiMUd6CD_IyRLpxkeNXnfElxoXA&oe=675ECB54	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 ¡ArteMeddical Transformación y Belleza en un Solo Lugar! En nuestra clínica, combinamos arte y ciencia para ofrecerte cirugías plásticas que realzan tu belleza de manera natural. 💎 Nuestros especialistas diseñan contornos corporales y faciales con precisión, estética y proporción. 🏥 Con tecnología avanzada y atención personalizada, tu seguridad y bienestar son nuestra prioridad. ¡Agenda tu consulta y descubre cómo podemos transformar tu vida! 📅✨		Doctores Giraldo		50	https://www.facebook.com/61555897367048/	0		WHATSAPP_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633849	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:53 PM	1733881977	1748991234		1987																										fertilitylabcourse.com	Learn More			DCO	How Women Prepare for IVF During The Holidays [FREE TRAINING]	{{product.description}}	https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e			3.136569254766E+14	Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469902413_449986571245216_7634755285534026449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QiEF-A7w3i8Q7kNvgHM4HON&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_t7q_gFE9eJEJMa6Y2iLcA&oh=00_AYAvjMYnO0ks_0vGIGW8mxnd-yDRBd8cunxjVIemQfuTRA&oe=675EB423	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Starting IVF in the New Year? The holidays sometimes feel like they get in the way of moving forward on the fertility path. I often hear the disappointment from clients saying that these next weeks are a “waste of time.” Lab closures, postponements and travel might seem like frustrating roadblocks. But they don’t have to be. We can use this window of time to our advantage and actually IMPROVE the chances of a successful IVF with it! The most common pitfalls that women and couples fall into while they wait to start their IVF are: ❌ Thinking that IVF alone can overcome all fertility challenges ❌ Not actually preparing their body to get the most out of their IVF cycle ❌ Not using an integrative approach that actually IMPROVES fertility at its root Think of an IVF cycle like a marathon for the body. Someone wouldn't just show up on race day without having trained ahead of time, would they? There is SO MUCH that can (and should) be done to get ready! I have been helping women prepare for their IVF and get pregnant for over 20 years, even when previous cycles have failed. By using my integrative strategy, women and couples have been able to overcome fertility obstacles and bring home their baby. Learn about the system these women are using over the holidays in this free Masterclass. Watch it HERE 👇 https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e		Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.		174	https://www.facebook.com/renwellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633871	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881979	1744621475		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469491230_1519877862043385_8245310949253917744_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dtx766kt8ogQ7kNvgFSzy3Y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYAmkSL7ZlSymZFZnJdvT5Q7tzijefP2YxT1g6qSjv0CRg&oe=675EB28B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633887	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:52 PM	1733881980	1748991163		1987																										makezbrightgifts.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Customizable Stainless Steel Tumbler for Siblings - 20oz (BL)	Stay hydrated in style with our 20oz Siblings Forever personalized tumbler, featuring double wall steel insulation, leak-proof lid, and cup holder friendly design - perfect for hot or cold drinks on the go!	https://makezbrightgifts.com/products/siblings-forever-personalized-tumbler-1			1.5030718899775E+15	Makezbright Custom Gifts	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469046645_8687188694721532_6360685799068748428_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dl7RPVspJZoQ7kNvgHDohfw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYAKOP6w0KpyX2oGqbzGsshqrHjBwkiFlsW-dktxUQbuQA&oe=675EBFE4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Perfect Customized Gift For Brothers & Sisters❤️ Design & name can be changed 🎄🎊 👉 https://makezbrightgifts.com/products/siblings-forever-personalized-tumbler-1 👉 https://makezbrightgifts.com/products/siblings-forever-personalized-tumbler-1		Makezbright Custom Gifts		4576	https://www.facebook.com/makezbrightcustomgifts/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633911	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:37 PM	1733881981	1748990249		1987																										authenhancement.com	Learn More			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://authenhancement.com/ms44b1209/			1.037655756834E+14	Laketa Soto	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642147_2015061785667362_8606936786469052912_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EseFV-tGYsAQ7kNvgH13hVi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYAqzjGHgaVnHwnFwCcVUsvkSgAlcN0p7kf-_vpC7oUWwA&oe=675EDD2D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		WARNING: This Black Friday deal is so hot, it was featured on Shark Tank! ⏰ Don't miss out! Limited time only... What are you waiting for?		Laketa Soto		117	https://www.facebook.com/100093384466247/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633919	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:57 PM	1733881982	1748991465		1987																										sothebysrealty.com	Learn more			IMAGE	1920 E Rodeo Walk Dr, Unit 502 Salt Lake City UT 84117	Listed by: Kelly Hamlin	https://www.sothebysrealty.com/summitsir/eng/sales/detail/820-l-916-48xz7g/1920-e-rodeo-walk-dr-unit-502-salt-lake-city-ut-84117?utm_source=adfenix&utm_medium=newsfeed&utm_campaign=HomeBooster			116035796327	Summit Sotheby's International Realty	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469783297_1348832522949860_5679068745909760062_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vKFtzSW2cw8Q7kNvgE7N1WW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYAxjWQGkIzqNQyP1pF_uwtlAu7FE7zqHxvyCZ_bTDFmsA&oe=675ED08F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Perfect Blend of Urban Sophistication and Tranquil Surroundings		Summit Sotheby's International Realty		3879	https://www.facebook.com/SummitSothebysInternationalRealty/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633943	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 11:04 PM	1733881984	1749096278		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥🔥Mon Meilleur Ami m'a Divorcée Quand J'ai Porté Son Bébé❤️‍🔥🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/31142498908048705+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469677040_1540281496611015_7037910376700842404_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qr_M3m6UewMQ7kNvgErj97P&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBjVUwfLKgkvckA9KBhrZP3kQAoPj_LAxrhh5bq4l2KFg&oe=675EB22F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Le point de vue de Kelly Était-ce une bénédiction d'épouser son meilleur ami ? Je n'étais pas vraiment sûre de ce que Pierce pensait, mais l'épouser était un rêve devenu réalité pour moi. Et maintenant, ce qui était encore plus excitant, c'est que nous allions accueillir notre premier enfant. « C'est une bonne chose que vous soyez prudente. Vous auriez pu perdre votre bébé, Mademoiselle Monroe. » La gynécologue me l'a dit sérieusement en voyant le choc dans mes yeux. Je touchais mon ventre subconsciemment, et je n'arrivais toujours pas à croire qu'un bébé y reposait. Avais-je bien entendu ? J'étais enceinte ? J'étais enceinte d'un bébé pour Pierce ! Mon meilleur ami et mon premier coup de cœur ! En sortant de l'hôpital, j'avais hâte de parler à Pierce de notre bébé. Je me demandais quelle serait sa réaction. Allait-il crier de bonheur ? Allait-il m'embrasser et tout ? Mon Dieu ! Je ne pouvais contenir mon bonheur. Je me suis couverte le visage rouge en rêvassant. Mais l'instant où j'ai senti le froid de l'anneau simple sur mon doigt, mon cœur battant furieusement s'est apaisé. J'avais presque oublié que Pierce n'était pas le genre à tenir à avoir des enfants, surtout lorsque notre mariage avait été arrangé par sa famille. Pierce était un véritable gentleman, en tant qu'ami et en tant que mari. Chaque fois que nous faisions l'amour, il était prévenant mais prudent, disant qu'il n'y avait pas besoin d'ajouter des chaînes supplémentaires lorsque nous n'étions pas prêts. Ce bébé, d'une certaine manière, n'était pas prévu. Mon esprit devenait agité alors que j'étais assise dans ma voiture. Serait-ce une bonne nouvelle pour lui ? Et si Pierce n'était toujours pas prêt pour le bébé ? « Madame, tout va bien ? Vous avez besoin d'appeler le Patron ? » Mon chauffeur privé Luke me demanda inquiet en remarquant mon froncement de sourcils. Luke était fiable comme un membre de la famille, mais si je choisissais de partager, je voulais toujours que Pierce soit le premier à connaître cette nouvelle. Il est le père de mon bébé. « Non », ai-je secoué la tête, donnant à Luke un sourire rassurant. « Il est en avion. Je lui parlerai moi-même plus tard. » Pour que je puisse percevoir sa réponse directement à travers ses expressions naturelles. J'ai toujours été douée pour ça. J'ai fermé les yeux en me rappelant le premier jour où nous nous sommes rencontrés. Son sourire éclatant au soleil était si éblouissant, il était un Prince. Bien avant que nous devenions meilleurs amis, je suis tombée amoureuse de lui au premier regard. Mais ce n'était qu'un amour non partagé, je le savais bien. J'ai baissé la vitre de la voiture pour avoir un peu d'air frais mais j'ai par accident aperçu notre ancien lycée. Ce sentiment amer a rempli à nouveau ma poitrine. Pierce est mon premier amour mais je ne suis pas le sien. Au lycée, j'étais juste une intello ennuyeuse aux yeux des autres, tandis que Pierce Anderson était le Quarterback étincelant. Tout le monde était surpris que nous puissions être amis. Bien que l'animosité grandissait, j'aimais être près de lui. J'ai lentement réalisé que je ne voulais pas seulement être son amie. Mais, au moment où j'allais lui avouer mes sentiments, une autre fille est entrée dans sa vie. J'ai secoué la tête pour essayer de me débarrasser de ces tristes vieux souvenirs. J'ai agrippé l'anneau de mariage froid sur mon doigt, me disant que le passé était passé. Pierce avait dit qu'ils s'étaient séparés et que j'étais maintenant sa femme. J'étais sa femme qui portait maintenant son bébé. J'ai essuyé les larmes aux coins de mes yeux et j'ai ouvert la porte de notre maison. Mon cœur s'est apaisé en respirant l'odeur de chez nous. Notre chez nous. Ce n'était pas aussi luxueux que la villa de sa famille mais c'était douillet. Pierce et moi l'avions décoré ensemble de nos propres mains. Nous avions aimé ça. Oui, j'avais dû trop penser. Cette femme ne faisait plus partie de notre vie depuis longtemps et mon mariage avec Pierce était aussi beau qu'un conte de fées depuis trois ans. J'ai jeté un coup d'œil à l'horloge au mur. À cet instant, Pierce aurait dû descendre de l'avion. Il était en voyage pendant plus d'un mois pour l'entreprise familiale. Pierce était le Président de ADE, la première entreprise de magazine de mode en Asie, et j'étais en réalité la Vice-Présidente de l'entreprise. Nous n'étions pas seulement des partenaires de vie mais aussi de bons partenaires au travail. Il me manquait beaucoup. J'ai composé immédiatement son numéro. Je voulais vraiment entendre sa voix maintenant, savoir quand il arriverait à la maison. Je lui préparerais un bon repas et il me récompenserait avec un doux baiser. Et ensuite, nous pourrions faire l'amour passionnément comme il me l'avait fait la nuit avant son voyage d'affaires. Oups, j'avais presque oublié que j'étais enceinte maintenant. J'avais besoin de lui dire ça en premier, puis nous pourrions faire autre chose à la place. J'imaginais joyeusement nos retrouvailles et mon cœur a chuté lorsqu'une voix de femme a retenti au bout du fil. [Allô ?] J'ai raccroché à peine un mot prononcé. Mon téléphone est tombé par terre et mon corps a commencé à trembler de manière incontrôlable. NON ! Ça ne pouvait pas être elle ! Ça ne pouvait pas être Lexi ! Elle n'était plus dans notre vie ! J'avais dû mal entendre. Je me suis précipitée vers le frigo pour essayer de me calmer avec un peu d'alcool. Mais au moment où j'ai touché la bouteille de vin, je me suis souvenue des mots du médecin et de mon bébé. Je devais être prudente pour le bien de mon bébé. Je me suis tournée pour prendre une boîte de lait et me suis dirigée vers le canapé. Je ne sais pas ce qui m'a fait reconnaître la voix de Lexi à ce moment-là. Je veux dire que Lexi et moi n'avons jamais été proches. Lexi Gilbert était une beauté blonde typique pour qui les hommes se pâmaient. Elle était la pom-pom girl populaire du lycée tandis que Pierce était la star quarterback. Un meilleur couple que lui et une intello comme moi, non ? Ce n'était pas surprenant qu'il soit tombé pour elle. Ma fierté ne pouvait pas supporter de voir l'homme que j'aimais se pâmer pour une autre femme. Donc, j'avais une fois tenté de m'éloigner d'eux silencieusement, mais Pierce refusait de sortir de ma vie. Chaque fois que je me noyais dans un océan de livres et d'études pour les oublier, Pierce apparaissait à ma porte en me demandant de sortir. Je ne pouvais dire non à son sourire charmant ; je ne pouvais dire non lorsqu'il prétendait qu'il était de son devoir en tant que mon meilleur ami de m'emmener profiter du monde réel. Pour ne pas gâcher notre amitié, je ne pouvais que cacher mon cœur brisé, jouant silencieusement le rôle de sa meilleure amie à ses côtés et regardant son visage heureux pour une autre fille. J'ai finalement trouvé le courage d'étudier à l'étranger lorsque j'ai appris que Pierce avait l'intention de demander Lexi en mariage. Cependant, je n'aurais jamais pu imaginer que Grand-mère m'appellerait pour me supplier de revenir. Je suis rentrée précipitamment pour trouver un Pierce sans vie. Son cœur avait été gravement blessé, par Lexi. Mon bien-aimé rayon de soleil avait disparu, et mon cœur saignait. J'ai commencé à détester Lexi à partir de ce moment. J'ai offert l'homme de mes rêves à elle, et comment osait-elle lui faire autant de mal ! Cette sorcière ! Pierce n'a rien dit à personne sur ce qui s'était passé excepté qu'il en avait fini avec Lexi. Grand-mère a arrangé notre mariage. Je n'ai pas compris pourquoi il a accepté jusqu'au jour où je l'ai entendu dire que se marier avec une autre que Lexi serait pareil pour lui. Ça a tellement fait mal, mais je suis quand même entrée dans ce mariage sans hésiter une seconde. Mon précieux garçon était brisé et je voulais le réparer, peu importe si je me ruinerais dans ce processus. Je me suis endormie à la maison en me sentant si insécurisée et inquiète. Je me suis réveillée au milieu de la nuit lorsque j'ai senti quelqu'un caresser ma joue. Lentement, j'ai ouvert les yeux et j'ai réalisé que je m'étais endormie dans le salon. Quelqu'un m'a soulevée du canapé. J'ai immédiatement reconnu son odeur et son toucher alors que je le regardais les yeux mi-clos. « Peirce… » « Hmm », il a murmuré en se dirigeant vers les escaliers. « Pourquoi as-tu dormi sur le canapé ? » Je l'ai observé alors qu'il me déposait délicatement sur le lit. Il a caressé mes cheveux et a embrassé mon front. Il était toujours si doux et c'est pour ça que je l'aimais tant. Même en faisant l'amour, il était très prévenant envers mes sentiments. Nous avions été séparés pendant plus d'un mois, mon corps le manquait et mon cœur le désirait. « Où as-tu été ? Je t'attendais », ai-je dit alors que je caressais sa joue. « J'ai juste rencontré un(e) ami(e). Tu as dit que tu m'attendais, c'est urgent ? » En regardant son visage doux, soudain je ne voulais pas gâcher l'instant. alors j'ai fermé mes lèvres entrouvertes et j'ai de nouveau avalé la vérité dans mon estomac. Demain, peut-être demain, j'aurai le courage de faire face à tous les mystères. J'ai secoué la tête et j'ai boude, lui disant que j'étais fatiguée. Il a ri et m'a soigneusement portée au lit. Au moment où il allait me laisser après m'avoir donné un bisou de bonne nuit, j'ai paniqué pour une raison quelconque. J'ai alors rapidement attrapé son corps et l'ai embrassé avec toute ma passion, essayant de le déshabiller, essayant de le faire me toucher plus profondément et intensément. Il me manquait. Je le désirais. J'avais l'impression que la seule façon de me sentir à l'aise était de le laisser s'introduire en moi à nouveau. Pour m'assurer qu'il était toujours à moi. « Attends Kels », pourtant il m'a arrêtée en immobilisant mes mains folles sur le lit. « Je croyais que tu avais dit que tu étais fatiguée et que tu avais besoin de te reposer. » « Mais je crois que tu me manques plus maintenant. » Je l'ai regardé avec innocence et j'ai pu voir le désir dans ses yeux, mais je ne sais pas pourquoi il a vite disparu. Il était d'habitude content lorsque je prenais l'initiative. Comme s'il remarquait ma confusion, il a ri et m'a pinçé le nez de façon espiègle, « Je vais juste prendre une douche. Je sens l'alcool. » J'ai juste hoché la tête et l'ai regardé se diriger vers la salle de bain. Mais la somnolence m'a frappée à nouveau alors j'ai fermé les yeux pour une petite sieste. Cependant, il était déjà matin lorsque j'ai rouvert les yeux et Pierce était à côté de moi, posant un plateau de nourriture sur la table de chevet. « Salut ! » J'ai salué en souriant en réalisant ce qu'il avait fait. Il m'avait préparé le petit déjeuner. Au lit. Le plus doux. Il a souri et s'est assis sur le lit. « Bonjour. » J'ai souri en prenant place sur le lit. Il a porté le plateau et l'a posé à côté de moi. J'ai haussé un sourcil et j'ai incliné la tête en le fixant. Ses yeux étaient d'un brun profond. Ses sourcils étaient épais et noirs, complimentant ses beaux yeux. Son nez était fier et pointu et ses lèvres étaient rouges et fines. Il avait vraiment l'air d'un mauvais garçon sexy. Même Damon Salvatore aurait honte de se tenir à côté de lui. Personne ne fait le poids face à cet homme. « C'est quoi ça ? C'est un pot-de-vin ? Tu m'as plantée hier soir, mauvais garçon. » Il n'a pas ri. Il a poussé un soupir et a doucement remis mes cheveux derrière mes oreilles avant de tenir ma main et de plonger son regard dans le mien. « J'ai quelque chose à te dire. » Mon cœur s'est emballé. J'ai pensé à notre bébé dans mon ventre. Il a quelque chose à dire. Moi aussi, j'ai quelque chose à lui dire. « Q-Quoi ? » J'ai demandé alors que je sentais ma voix trembler. Il a pris un soupir profond. « Tu sais que tu comptes beaucoup pour moi, pas vrai ? » J'ai lentement hoché la tête, les lèvres entrouvertes. Je ne pouvais pas répondre. J'ai peur de ce qu'il va dire. J'ai un mauvais pressentiment. « Tu étais ma meilleure amie avant notre mariage. Tu es l'une des rares personnes que je chéris... » J'ai caché mes poings serrés sous les draps. Je ne sais pas pourquoi il me dit tout ça, mais je sentais déjà des larmes s'amasser dans le coin de mes yeux. « Kelly… » il s'est arrêté et a serré ses yeux avant de me regarder à nouveau dans les yeux. « Je-Je pense qu'il est temps pour nous de divorcer. » « P-Pierce… » J'ai senti mon cœur se serrer. Il a souri. « Je sais que toi non plus, tu n'as pas de sentiment pour moi. Tu m'as juste épousé à cause de mes grands-parents. Tu as juste fait ça parce que tu les aimes. Maintenant, c'est le moment de notre véritable bonheur, Kelly. » J'ai secoué la tête, « Q-Qu'est-ce que tu racontes, Pierce ? » « Lexi est de retour, Kelly. Mon premier amour est de retour. » Chapter 2: Chapitre 2 Il ne pleut jamais mais ça se déverse Le point de vue de Kelly Je suis descendue du lit et ai essayé de partir mais Pierce a attrapé ma main. J'ai immédiatement essuyé les larmes qui coulaient sur mes joues avant qu'il puisse les voir. Il s'est tenu devant moi et a regardé mon visage alors que je m'efforçais tant de regarder vers le bas et d'éviter son regard. Je sentais mon cœur se briser en morceaux. Je pensais... je pensais que je pourrais le faire tomber amoureux de moi pendant ces trois années ensemble. Je pensais que ses sentiments s'intensifieraient et qu'il me verrait comme une femme plutôt que comme une simple meilleure amie. J'étais stupide d'espérer et de rêver si grand. J'ai échoué. Peu importe à quel point j'essayais, son cœur appartenait uniquement à son premier amour, Lexi. "Kelly..." J'ai retenu mon souffle et avalé la douleur en le regardant. J'ai feint un sourire, "J'ai besoin de me laver avant de manger." Il fixait mes yeux comme s'il essayait de deviner ce que je pensais. Je sais qu'il me connaissait trop bien alors je me suis efforcée de cacher ma douleur et lui ai souri. Il a soupiré et a lâché ma main. "D'accord. Je t'attendrai ici. Mangeons et allons travailler ensemble." Ensemble ? Comme il pouvait être cruel ? Il voulait toujours qu'on s'entende comme s'il ne m'avait pas demandé le divorce ? Il voulait qu'on reste comme avant après m'avoir dit que son premier amour était de retour et qu'il voulait divorcer de moi ? Oh Pierce, qu'y a-t-il dans ta tête ? Si j'ai pu me forcer à rester à la place de sa meilleure amie en lui souhaitant le bonheur, je n'ai plus ce courage après les trois années que nous avons partagées. Il n'y a aucune façon que je puisse endurer ce genre de torture à nouveau, surtout en portant son bébé. Le bébé... Je pensais que c'était une bonne nouvelle pour nous mais maintenant... ça serait plutôt comme un fardeau pour lui, je suppose. Un fardeau qui l'empêcherait d'obtenir son véritable amour et sa liberté. Je sais ce que c'est qu'un enfant non désiré grandisse. Mes parents étaient déjà divorcés bien avant la mort de ma mère et la nouvelle famille de mon père me détestait et ça fait tellement mal. Je ne veux pas que mon bébé ressente la même chose. Je dois protéger mon bébé de cela. J'ai feint un sourire à nouveau. "Nous ne pouvons pas. Je dois visiter le studio pour la séance photo de nos nouveaux modèles..." "Je t'accompagnerai—" "Non." J'ai repoussé sa main. Ses yeux ont suivi ma main avant de lever à nouveau son visage pour me regarder. "Tu as des documents à signer. Nos emplois du temps sont déjà organisés, tu te souviens ?" "Mais..." "J'ai un chauffeur personnel, Pierce. Je serai bien pour y aller seule." Il a soupiré et a lentement acquiescé. Je lui ai tourné le dos et suis entrée dans la salle de bain. J'ai immédiatement ouvert la douche et me suis placée sous l'eau froide. Les larmes dévalaient mes joues alors que je couvrais ma bouche pour supprimer mes sanglots. Mes épaules tremblaient vraiment fort et quand j'ai pensé à mon bébé, j'ai avalé difficilement et ai essayé de me calmer. J'ai essuyé mon visage et ai caressé mon ventre. Je dois être forte. Je dois rester calme. Je ne devrais pas mettre la vie de mon bébé en jeu juste parce que mon cœur est brisé. Je dois gérer cela intelligemment. J'ai repris mon souffle et ai terminé mon bain. Quand je suis sortie de la salle de bain, j'ai été choquée de voir que Pierce était toujours là. Il luttait pour ajuster sa cravate devant le miroir en pied. J'ai aussi remarqué ma paire de talons et ma robe sur le lit. "Hé ! J'ai choisi ta robe pour aujourd'hui." Comme notre mariage n'était pas public, Pierce a dit qu'il essaierait de faire des petites choses pour moi en tant que mari. Il le faisait bien et j'appréciais ces moments doux mais maintenant, cela allait me tuer. J'ai attrapé la robe et suis entrée dans le dressing. Je l'ai senti me suivre. J'ai remis la robe blanche et en ai pris une rouge. Quand je me suis retournée vers lui, son front était plissé. J'ai souri. "Je préfère le rouge aujourd'hui. Je me sentirais belle dans cette robe." Ses yeux se sont posés sur la robe que je tenais et son visage s'est immédiatement apaisé. Il a acquiescé et s'est avancé vers moi. "Je vois. Aide-moi d'abord à ajuster ça." J'ai posé ma robe sur son bras et ai commencé à ajuster sa cravate. Je pouvais sentir son regard fixe et cela faisait battre mon cœur si vite. J'ai pris une grande respiration et ai mordu ma lèvre inférieure alors que je luttais pour arranger la cravate. Ma vision devenait à nouveau floue. Mince ! "Kelly..." J'ai sursauté en choc. "Hmm ?" "Ça va ?" Je l'ai regardé et ai souri, "Oui." "J'ai encore quelque chose à dire." J'ai terminé d'ajuster sa cravate alors j'ai immédiatement attrapé la robe de sa main. J'ai jeté un coup d'œil avant de le dépasser et ai parlé... "Parlons-en une autre fois. Je vais être en retard." J'ai entendu son soupir alors qu'il me suivait à nouveau. J'ai saisi mes sous-vêtements et me suis habillée pendant qu'il était debout derrière moi. Il est resté silencieux tout le temps comme s'il pensait à quelque chose. "Tu devrais manger avant de partir." Je lui ai fait face et ai acquiescé. "Je le ferai. Tu devrais y aller maintenant." "Kelly, on est sur la même longueur d'onde, n'est-ce pas ?" Je l'ai regardé. Non, Pierce. Nous ne sommes jamais sur la même longueur d'onde. Tout ça, ce ne sont que mes stupides fantasmes. Je pensais que tu avais des sentiments pour moi et j'avais tellement tort. "Si c'est à propos du divorce, je comprends tout, Pierce. Je sais ce que je dois faire. Donne-moi juste un peu de temps car je suis vraiment occupée avec l'entreprise. Je ne vais pas fuir." "Kelly, je ne fais pas ça que pour moi. Je le fais aussi pour toi. Tu as été enchaînée avec moi depuis notre mariage. Je sais que tu n'es pas heureuse parce qu'au fond, tu veux aussi trouver l'homme que tu mérites. Quelqu'un qui t'aimera vraiment. Pas moi. Pas quelqu'un à moitié cœur." "Je comprends ce que tu essaies de dire, Pierce," ai-je dit et ai essayé de me tourner, mais il m'a retenue par la taille, me gardant en place. Il a tout fait pour capturer mes yeux et il a réussi. Il m'a regardée avec inquiétude. "Tu es ma meilleure amie. Je ne veux pas te perdre, Kels. Tu fais partie de mes rares personnes..." "Je sais," ai-je dit par frustration. Il avait l'air choqué, alors je me suis calmée. "Je-Je sais. Tu n'as pas à t'inquiéter. C'est juste le stress du travail. Ce n'est pas à propos de notre divorce." Ses lèvres se sont écartées et il a lentement acquiescé comme s'il pouvait respirer correctement. Il s'est avancé vers moi et j'ai gelé quand il a doucement embrassé mon front... "Merci, Kelly," a-t-il chuchoté. Mon cœur s'est serré. Cela faisait trois ans mais j'étais toujours aussi lâche. Pourquoi ne pouvais-tu pas simplement lui dire que tu l'aimes, Kelly ? C'est ton mari et tu portes son bébé ! Dis-le lui et il pourrait changer d'avis ! J'ai avalé difficilement et allais lui dire mais son téléphone a sonné. Je n'ai pas manqué l'identification de l'appelant. Encore une fois, c'était Lexi. "Je dois y aller." Il s'est gratté la tête en s'excusant et je n'ai pas manqué les coins de sa bouche qui s'élevaient. "J'ai appelé Luke et il t'attend dehors. Mange avant de partir, d'accord ?" Avec ça, il a quitté notre chambre. Les larmes que j'avais réussi à réprimer ont de nouveau éclaté. Pourquoi pensais-je que je pourrais avoir une chance ? Il avait déjà fait son choix à partir du moment où il a demandé le divorce, n'est-ce pas ? Quand il s'agissait de Lexi, j'étais toujours celle qu'il abandonnerait. Chapter 3: Chapitre 3 Lèvre Supérieure Rigide Le point de vue de Kelly Je suis entrée dans le studio vêtue seulement de talons rouges de deux pouces et d'une robe rouge. Tout le monde me regardait alors que je marchais dans le couloir. Ils me saluaient tous avec un sourire mais mon visage restait stoïque, ne montrant aucune émotion du tout. La conversation avec Pierce ce matin résonnait encore dans ma tête, mais je ne pouvais pas laisser cela affecter mon travail. Je ne pouvais pas échouer dans mon travail après avoir échoué dans mon mariage. J'ai pris une profonde inspiration pour ajuster mon état. Cependant, lorsque je suis entrée dans la salle de photoshoot, j'ai pu remarquer que tout le monde était en chaos. « On ne peut pas ! Elle ne répond pas à ses appels. Que devons-nous faire ? Le Vice-Président vient aujourd'hui. Elle va se fâcher. » « On peut juste lui dire la vérité. Elle est gentille. » « Pas dans cette situation, Lily ! Elle va nous gronder— » « Que se passe-t-il ici ? » demandai-je en faisant mon entrée dans la pièce. Le personnel me regardait maintenant avec des expressions inquiètes et je savais alors qu'il y avait un problème. « B-Bonjour, Mademoiselle Monroe. » Mademoiselle Monroe. Bien sûr, personne ne savait que Pierce et moi étions mariés à part nos familles. Cela me faisait mal au cœur à cause de cette vérité. Ça fait mal. Je la regardais d'un air vide, « Quoi ? » « N-Nous avons un problème, Mademoiselle Monroe. Mlle Chen, notre mannequin, refuse de répondre à nos appels. Elle a entendu dire que nous changeons de mannequin, donc… elle ne veut pas venir ici. Elle menace même… de porter plainte contre nous. » Elle baissa la tête. Je serrai les dents et balayai la pièce du regard. « Où est le responsable marketing ? » « E-Elle essaie toujours de convaincre Mlle Chen, Mademoiselle Monroe. » Je me massais le front et fermait les yeux. Je me saisis les cheveux et criai de colère. Je sentis tout le monde autour de moi sursauter de choc. Je grognai et aspirai une grande respiration avant de regarder autour. « Mademoiselle Monroe... » « Qu'est-ce que c'est, Mlle Hayley ? Vous êtes la responsable marketing, que se passe-t-il ? » « Mademoiselle Monroe, je ne sais pas comment cela s'est passé, mais Mlle Chen a entendu dire que vous changez de mannequin. Elle est sur le point de porter plainte contre nous— » Changer de mannequin ? Comment se fait-il que je ne sois pas au courant ? Mlle Chen a toujours été une partenaire de confiance et, sauf nécessité, changer de mannequins pour un tournage publicitaire à courte échéance ne ferait que causer beaucoup de problèmes pour l'entreprise. Je n'autoriserais jamais une telle erreur. « Je n'ai jamais demandé ça. Vous devez vous tromper. » J'ai coupé ses paroles pour gagner du temps, « Réglez ce désordre sinon je dois vous licencier ! » « Mademoiselle Monroe... C'est le Président qui nous a demandé de le changer. » Hayley parla avec hésitation. « Il a ordonné cela dès son retour de son voyage d'affaires hier. » J'ai été frappée par la vérité. L'ordre de Pierce ? Pourquoi ne me l'avait-il pas dit ? Il discutait toujours de chaque décision majeure d'abord avec moi. « Ça ne devrait pas être... » J'étais confuse. Pierce n'était pas un homme d'affaires ignorant. Il faisait une nette distinction entre travail et relations, c'est pourquoi il réussissait toujours. Et c'était aussi pourquoi il avait choisi de garder notre mariage secret. « Oui, Kelly. J'ai donné l'ordre. » La voix me ramena à la réalité. « Monsieur le Président... » Hayley s'inclina respectueusement en voyant l'homme qui était soudainement apparu derrière moi. « Je pense que vous me devez une explication, Pierce. À propos du changement de mannequin ! » grondai-je en me tournant pour lui poser la question. Il savait clairement combien d'efforts j'avais mis pour remporter ce projet. Je n'avais presque pas bien dormi ces jours-ci et Mlle Chen était l'idéale pour travailler avec nous. Je me souviens qu'il avait aussi été d'accord. Mais maintenant... il avait juste changé de mannequin comme il le voulait sans m'en parler à l'avance. Je me sentais comme si j'avais reçu une gifle. « Allez-y pour le travail. Je vais lui expliquer. » Il apaisa d'abord le personnel, ignorant la colère qui était sur le point de jaillir de mes yeux. « Répondez-moi, Pierce ! Pourquoi changez-vous de mannequin si soudainement ? » Je ne pouvais contenir ma colère et il toucha juste mon épaule en me murmurant, « Ce n'est pas le lieu pour parler. Laissez-moi vous expliquer dans la voiture. » Je regardais autour pour remarquer les autres nous lancer des regards furtifs. Puis je repoussais ses mains et marchais vers le parking. Mais en chemin, mon cœur était de plus en plus lourd. J'avais le sentiment que je n'allais pas apprécier son explication. « Maintenant, dites-le. » Je lâchai cela alors que nous étions assis dans sa voiture. Il plongea son regard dans le mien comme pour peser mes émotions. Je détournai à nouveau le regard. Je ne pouvais supporter ses regards. Je ne pouvais supporter ses yeux qui ne me regardaient jamais comme je voulais qu'il me regarde. Il n'a aucun sentiment pour moi et ça fait tellement mal. « J-Je... » il s'arrêta et soupira. « J'ai remplacé Mlle Chen parce que Lexi veut être notre mannequin. Elle est aussi apte à être notre mannequin donc j'ai accepté— » « Quoi ? » demandai-je incrédule. Il pressa ses lèvres l'une contre l'autre et détourna le regard. Il ébouriffa ses cheveux avant de secouer la tête et de prendre ma main. « Je suis désolé de ne pas vous l'avoir dit plus tôt. C'était juste si soudain. Elle a demandé une faveur et je ne peux pas dire non. » Je repris ma main et le regardai à la fois avec douleur et colère. « Vous ne pouvez pas lui dire non alors vous préférez nuire à l'entreprise, notre entreprise. Vous m'avez trahie, Pierce. » « Kels, voyons. Vous savez combien je l'aime. C'est mon premier amour. » Douloureusement, je fermai les yeux. Oh oui, c'est ton premier amour. Elle est toujours celle que tu veux quoi qu'il en coûte. Tant qu'elle fronçait un peu les sourcils, tu pouvais fermer les yeux sur la douleur et les efforts des autres. Tu es si cruel, Pierce. « Bien, vous avez décidé. Je n'ai pas mon mot à dire puisque vous êtes le Président. Allez-y. Je serai au bureau. » Je dis froidement en ouvrant la portière de la voiture pour sortir. « Kelly… » Je le regardai dans les yeux. « Rentrez tôt à la maison. Parlons de notre divorce ce soir à la maison. » Chapter 4: Chapitre 4 Laisser en plan Le point de vue de Kelly Je jouais avec mon alliance. Je lui avais dit de rentrer tôt, mais il n'est pas rentré du tout. Il ne répondait même pas à mes appels. Eh bien, maintenant que Lexi était de retour, cette maison n'était probablement plus un foyer à ses yeux. Mes yeux se sont posés sur mon rapport de grossesse sur la table. Quelle ironie. J'étais encore assez naïve pour espérer que les choses seraient différentes si je lui parlais du bébé. Mais oublions, ce bébé n'entrait pas dans ses plans. Bien sûr, Pierce n'était pas le genre à me forcer à avorter. Mais il ne pouvait pas non plus se défaire de son obsession pour Lexi. Il pourrait rester dans ce mariage sans amour si ses parents le lui demandaient. Mais tout ce que j'aurais, ce serait une coquille vide. Ce n'est pas ça un Père que je voulais pour mon bébé. J'ai essuyé les larmes qui commençaient à se rassembler au coin de mes yeux et j'ai ramassé le rapport. Il était déjà 5 heures du matin quand j'ai regardé l'horloge murale. J'ai essayé de nouveau de composer son numéro, mais toujours occupé. Avec quoi était-il occupé ? Était-il occupé à faire l'amour avec Lexi ? Il devait beaucoup lui manquer, n'est-ce pas ? Je me souviens encore du jour où il est revenu de ses premières vacances privées avec Lexi. Sa joie était indéniable. Presque immédiatement, j'ai pu dire qu'ils avaient fait l'amour. Le même jour, en rentrant dans ma chambre, j'ai pleuré à haute voix en me démaquillant. Rien de ce que je faisais ne fonctionnait. Je ne pourrais jamais remplacer Lexi dans son cœur. J'avais l'impression que des centaines de kilos pesaient sur ma poitrine. J'ai décidé de prendre une douche pour me laver de toutes ces émotions misérables mais au moment où j'ai ouvert la garde-robe, nos vêtements intimes étaient entremêlés, me ramenant au souvenir de la dernière fois que Pierce et moi avions fait l'amour ici. C'était la fois où il n'avait pas utilisé de contraception. Il était si passionné que j'ai cru qu'il acceptait enfin notre mariage. J'ai cru, une fois, que son retour de ce voyage d'affaires serait un nouveau départ pour nous, mais en réalité c'était un début pour que nous nous séparions maintenant. Incapable de réprimer plus longtemps mes sentiments, j'ai fléchi en pleurant bruyamment. Pourquoi ? Pourquoi suis-je toujours celle qu'ils choisissent d'abandonner ? Pourquoi ne mérité-je pas d'être aimée ? Je ne me souviens pas comment je suis tombée endormie. Quand le réveil a sonné, j'ai touché, par réflexe, l'oreiller à côté de moi. Aussi froid que la nuit dernière. Il n'est toujours pas rentré. Je me suis moquée de moi-même en croisant mon reflet dans le miroir de la coiffeuse. Les cernes sous mes yeux étaient si visibles et mes cheveux dans un tel désordre, j'avais l'air d'un fantôme. Tu vois, Kelly ? C'est ce qui arrive quand tu t'engages dans un mariage sans amour sans réfléchir. Tu ne feras que te briser si tu continues sur le mauvais chemin. Divorce juste. Épargne-lui et épargne-toi. Ton bébé a besoin d'une maman forte. Soudain, une vague de nausée m'a envahie l'estomac et j'ai réalisé que je n'avais même rien mangé la nuit dernière. Me sentant à nouveau mal, je cours vers l'évier et vomis. Je crache un liquide jaunâtre et c'est tellement mauvais. Je me suis immédiatement rincé la bouche et ai regardé mon propre reflet dans le miroir. J'ai secoué la tête et me suis tenu le front dès que j'ai eu envie de vomir à nouveau. Je crache encore un liquide jaunâtre et tandis que je me rince la bouche, je sens une main chaude caresser mon dos. J'ai immédiatement levé le visage et croisé une paire d'yeux marron qui me regardaient à travers le miroir. Debout derrière moi avec un visage inquiet se tenait mon mari Pierce. J'ai toujours été reconnaissante de l'avoir comme meilleur ami et mari mais maintenant... je le perds. Le perdant sans espoir. « Ça va ? Tu ne te sens pas bien ? Tu aurais dû me le dire. » Je l'ai regardé à travers le miroir. « Tu n'as pas répondu à mes appels. De la culpabilité est apparue dans ses yeux. « Je suis désolé. J'avais des choses à faire. Je suis resté au bureau toute la nuit. » J'ai essuyé mon visage et suis passée à côté de lui. Il m'a suivie alors que je m'asseyais devant la coiffeuse et commençais à me peigner les cheveux. « Kels... » « Je me suis réveillée en retard. Je n'ai pas préparé le petit-déjeuner. » J'ai essayé d'éviter ses yeux. J'avais l'impression que j'allais perdre mon calme et m'énerver contre lui. Il n'y avait pas un seul moment où je sentais son égoïsme aussi clairement qu'à présent. Il m'appelait sa meilleure amie, pourtant il n'avait jamais sérieusement pris en compte mes besoins. Mes sentiments. « Kels... tu sais que je ne parle pas de ça. Je suis juste inquiet pour ton état... » « Kels, ça va toujours entre nous ? » J'ai arrêté de me peigner et ai lentement croisé son regard. Encore à travers le miroir. Vraiment ? Il me demande ça ? Après m'avoir proposé le divorce sans même demander si j'étais d'accord avec cela ? Il a décidé seul. Tout simplement parce que son premier amour est revenue. Je ne peux pas le croire. J'ai feint un sourire. « Je ne me sens juste pas bien aujourd'hui, Pierce. » Il s'est immédiatement accroupi à côté de moi, ce qui n'est pas surprenant car je sais qu'il se soucie vraiment de moi. Ce qui m'a surpris, c'est pourquoi continue-t-il à faire cela après avoir enfoncé un poignard dans mon cœur. « Ça va ? » Il a doucement touché mon front et mon cou. « Tu es malade ? Dis-moi comment tu te sens, Kels. » « Mes sentiments n'ont pas d'importance », n'ai-je pas pu m'empêcher de lâcher. Il a paru choqué de ce que j'ai dit. Quand j'ai essayé de l'éviter, il a attrapé mon poignet et m'a fait le regarder. Son visage reflétait maintenant sa colère. Il avait complètement perdu patience. « Qu'est-ce qui ne va pas chez toi, Kels ? Tu agis comme ça depuis hier. C'est à cause de Lexi ? Ou parce que je ne suis pas rentré hier soir ? » Je l'ai regardé dans les yeux, agacée. "C'est toi qui as demandé le divorce ! Je t'ai dit de rentrer plus tôt mais tu m'as juste laissée attendre toute la nuit. Comment voulez-vous que je t'accueille ce matin, Pierce ?" Il a serré les mâchoires et a secoué la tête. « Kels, je... » « Assez. Nous parlerons du divorce après le travail aujourd'hui. » « Kels ! » Il a appelé et a attrapé mes épaules. La confusion et la douleur étaient visibles dans ses yeux. « Es-tu amoureuse de moi ? » J'ai été prise de court? Amoureuse ? Oui ! Depuis que nous étions au lycée. Depuis qu'il est devenu mon meilleur ami. Qui ne tomberait pas pour quelqu'un qui vous a protégé depuis toujours ? Mais bien sûr, je ne peux pas lui dire. Cela ne ferait que compliquer encore plus les choses. Je ne veux même pas qu'il me plaigne. J'ai secoué la tête et ai repoussé ses bras. « Tu es drogué ? Je ne suis pas amoureuse de toi. » Je lui ai tourné le dos et suis entrée à nouveau dans la salle de bain. Je l'ai verrouillée avant d'aller vers la baignoire. Je devrais me concentrer sur moi-même. Je ne peux pas laisser mes émotions m'affecter mais... mais pourquoi mes larmes tombent-elles à nouveau ? « Tu es si pathétique, Kelly ! Tu ne peux même pas lui dire ce que tu ressens vraiment », me suis-je murmurée à moi-même en essuyant mes larmes de colère. Il m'a fallu presque une heure à me baigner. Quand j'ai eu fini, j'ai réalisé que Pierce était déjà parti. J'ai secoué la tête, incrédule. Il ne cesse de m'abandonner. Je ne peux pas croire que nous en soyons arrivés là. Je pensais que nous allions bien. J'étais tellement stupide. *** « Bonjour, Mademoiselle Monroe... » « Bonjour, Vice-Président... » Je n'ai pas salué en retour comme j'en avais l'habitude. Je suis toujours énervée et mon humeur semble déréglée. L'irritation peut facilement me submerger et je ne peux pas la contrôler. Probablement à cause de la proposition de divorce de Pierce ou à cause de ma grossesse. J'étais sur le point d'entrer dans mon bureau lorsque j'ai entendu deux filles parler. « Tu l'as vue ? Je parie que c'est la petite amie de M. Anderson. Ils avaient l'air proches. » Mon front s'est plissé. La petite amie de Pierce ? « Ah ! C'est dommage que je n'aie pas vu son visage mais j'ai l'impression que c'est Lexi. » « Lexi ? Lexi Gilbert ? Le mannequin ? » « Oui ! Je parie mon salaire du mois là-dessus. Ils vont bien ensemble. » « Allons ! Mademoiselle Monroe et M. Anderson vont mieux ensemble. » « Sérieusement ? Ils sont meilleurs amis. Tu sais, certaines personnes sont mieux en amis. C'est le cas de M. Anderson et Mademoiselle Monroe. » J'ai fermé les yeux et ai poussé la porte de mon bureau. Je l'ai doucement fermée et me suis appuyée contre elle. C'est plus dur que ce à quoi je m'attendais. J'ai pris une grande respiration et me suis assise sur ma chaise pivotante. J'ai allumé l'ordinateur en même temps qu'une notification apparaissait sur l'écran de mon téléphone. Mes mains ont commencé à trembler dès que j'ai vu la notification. C'était une mise à jour sur les réseaux sociaux de Pierce. Il a publié une photo de lui et Lexi ensemble. En train de manger dans un restaurant chic. J'ai serré les poings et grincé des dents. Bien sûr, il n'y a aucun moyen que je puisse rivaliser avec elle dans son cœur. Elle sera toujours la première et je serai toujours la dernière dans ses priorités.		Novel new		1767	https://www.facebook.com/61566066291999/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633970	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881986	1744621476		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.5803282072534E+14	Beautiful Love Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584532_1129530638666430_8749429718627642935_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O7NorKmGXB0Q7kNvgEyGCBk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYD56Lapi3wIEKKLByKdlo4L5UmnlVK39oLWcqPQXevqzw&oe=675EB3D5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633977	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 6:06 PM	1733881987	1749078379		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469752865_1343691300154891_612343387835118208_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mm0ARxeqqVkQ7kNvgFXvqGM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYB9yyfNP8yiaP7X9WjygRBIeK8ywgOXOSyfAhTAOZBYzA&oe=675EBFB7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2634086	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 1:08 PM	1733881994	1749060522		1987																										eventbrite.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Old School R&B Karaoke BYOB Cabaret - Tribute to Frankie Beverly	Old School R&B Karaoke BYOB Cabaret - Tribute to Frankie Beverly	https://bit.ly/4dl7HcL			8.6494369359945E+14	Groove Prod	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469567710_604405548783680_1126748275959701090_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f5zPl8QsQjYQ7kNvgGoNFGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYD9HqzGD5Kx-7Myee1iw_4dxHLHM4pvVkDqEQ2tHoivBQ&oe=675EA5DE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		‼️THIS SATURDAY‼️Old School R&B BYOB Cabaret – a special Frankie Beverly Tribute at CEA Building 7120 Kelly St. Pittsburgh, PA 15208. Enjoy setups, bring your own drinks, win 50/50 with concert tickets and vibe to the best R&B hits spun by DJ Schizo. Tickets $10 in advance at https://bit.ly/4dl7HcL ‼️$20 AT THE DOOR‼️For Vendors & Sponsors call 412 371 3689.		Groove Prod		11622	https://www.facebook.com/GrooveProd/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634083	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 9:45 AM	1733881993	1749134744		1987																											Send message			VIDEO						9.3611612323310E+14	Hair Designs By Kelly Dinger	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867197_1237193350919205_8782277087988175218_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xJAXjsgNXawQ7kNvgGKtV0p&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYDlfLogBi4pDYidhb8ETf3S8FCojs-poDhC91d40ObD9g&oe=675EA88C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Attention all women experiencing thinning hair! We understand how frustrating and heartbreaking it can be to see your once-luscious locks thinning out. It can make you feel less confident and less beautiful. But imagine having that beautiful hair again, the kind of hair that turns heads and makes you feel like a million bucks.At Hair Designs by Kelly Dinger, we specialize in toppers and wigs that are designed to make you feel like the best version of yourself. Our pieces are natural-looking, comfortable, and easy to care for. No one will be able to tell that you're wearing a wig or topper - they'll just be blown away by how beautiful your hair looks.We know that choosing a wig or topper can be a daunting task, which is why we're offering a free consultation to help you find the perfect piece for your needs. Whether you're looking for something to wear every day or just for special occasions, we have a variety of options to choose from.Don't let thinning hair hold you back any longer. Take control of your beauty and schedule a free consultation with Hair Designs by Kelly Dinger today. Direct message us to book your appointment and let us help you feel beautiful and confident again！wa		Hair Designs By Kelly Dinger		2098	https://www.facebook.com/HairDesignsByKellyDinger/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2634095	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/3/25, 1:42 PM	1733881994	1746297728		1987																										dental-implant-school-finds.today	Learn more			IMAGE	Find Dental Implant Schools Near You 🔍	dental implant schools near you,dental schools offering implants,dental full mouth implants cost,dentist and implants near me,dental dentist nearby,dental implants clinic nearby,dental schools nearby	https://trk.techtimes360.com/cf/r/6746098109748a00123bacc0?ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&source={{site_source_name}}&placement={{placement}}			1.0329773265869E+14	Kelly Ellis	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469130377_631368706081384_2265847842500175653_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=77u6t2fJNyUQ7kNvgFrlbrR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYD0mKzsD3Bokx5N5Euoe705MYb2HhGeutZvtgrm4W6C4Q&oe=675EC868	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get dental implants, dentures, crowns and more at discounted rates..		Kelly Ellis		3937	https://www.facebook.com/mybrilliantgadgets/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634114	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/7/25, 9:22 PM	1733881995	1746670929		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468977308_587818847160118_1249192267885192744_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xJIgRUEAyAEQ7kNvgG8MoFb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYAZ0P5-uXTZAUCKYaTcffltt6rf04GWHJcxuFUOscFOYQ&oe=675EC995	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634126	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881996	1744621477		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469276203_611099904602754_4127445904381425222_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=18zAR0iJcXoQ7kNvgHD0Phh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBXi40gfLzq4BvnA-6hIOAkFqW_yxDykphe3ooLpwYWoA&oe=675ED099	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2634182	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 4:29 PM	1733882000	1749072594		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469594301_1102659454937420_4135426723792042810_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tE5Gfm7t0gkQ7kNvgHmQN3p&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYAxbz5-qx-7N5UYsts1jxWmhWKxyFgHmt1t7gHSBs_9EQ&oe=675EBD29	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633878	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 9:10 AM	1733881979	1749219018		1987																										3rd Annual Holiday Party + Bake Sale	INTERESTED			EVENT	3rd Annual Holiday Party + Bake Sale	Mark your calendars and Join us! We are hosting our annual holiday party and bake sale, where you can donate your favorite dessert or bring cash to pick up a plate of lovely cookies for your own holiday get together. Light snacks and drinks provided by The Volunteer Center. Feel free to stop by anytime between 4-7 PM. This event is to appreciate our volunteers and partners so please stop by and say hi!! If you cannot make it, but can bake a tray of desserts in advance, please contact Kelly at kfragassi@volunteerracine.org	https://www.facebook.com/events/565447882803304/			1.4054994272456E+14	Volunteer Center of Racine County	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469527965_874997074845318_1283727509785157337_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XCFIxK3ggFEQ7kNvgHBzUI6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYBAOtv25iSCFQzzSjoNK3tKhkTm9LLXMCBKhIE4Pz1e_w&oe=675ED4AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Mark your calendars and Join us! We are hosting our annual holiday party and bake sale, where you can donate your favorite dessert or bring cash to pick up a plate of lovely cookies for your own holiday get together. Light snacks and drinks provided by The Volunteer Center. Feel free to stop by anytime between 4-7 PM. This event is to appreciate our volunteers and partners so please stop by and say hi!! If you cannot make it, but can bake a tray of desserts in advance, please contact Kelly at kfragassi@volunteerracine.org		Volunteer Center of Racine County		2008	https://www.facebook.com/volunteerracine/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2632903	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 1:05 AM	1733881894	1749794719		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						1.4021001267838E+14	Hoag Health	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469876868_9590744054321175_6462478334511637659_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jfgl5vg_H3wQ7kNvgGXgkg1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYAQbSGNZEdcXjWTwIVgCtAULB1MY0VRXucTwvQbWdGdhw&oe=675EB282	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We are proud to announce this year's George Hoag Pride Award winners, our organization's highest honor. Established in 1997, this award recognizes employees who exemplify George Hoag II's values of Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Patient-Centeredness, and Community Benefit. To our winners — your inspiring contributions uphold an extraordinary tradition of care, and we're proud to have you as part of our Hoag family 🧡 ⭐️ Musab Awad, RN, Acute Rehab Nursing (6 years of service) ⭐️ Brianna Bacich, PT IV, Acute Rehab Therapy (4 years of service) ⭐️ Crystal Chagollan, Director of IT Planning and Governance, IT Administration (7 years of service) ⭐️ Susan (Sue) Kelly, RN, Cancer Op Treatment Center (36 years of service) ⭐️ Mary Sun, PT III, Acute Rehab Therapy (7 years of service) ⭐️ Shira Wolf, Director of Performance Improvement, HMG Primary Care Clinical Operations Management (8 years of service)		Hoag Health		23619	https://www.facebook.com/HoagOfficial/	0										View Edit Delete
2634081	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 8:43 AM	1733881993	1749217398		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632744	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 8:45 AM	1733881881	1749217520		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460888670_426699159994963_6927780453717343510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3LRygzydUl8Q7kNvgFEClxE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBOLSKyqO4I4rFFgypurHfx90_rbAHidQP-ZL9IKhkHNQ&oe=675ED22D	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633194	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 9:16 AM	1733881923	1749132976		1987																										MeetMattFraser.com	Book now			VIDEO	Psychic Medium Matt Fraser - Online Reading	LIVE Psychic Readings Online	https://meetmattfraser.com/events/online-readings/			3.1286975875651E+14	Matt Fraser	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806098_1134281071402809_2790886995972344020_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SrgGDM35dV4Q7kNvgG_mR0n&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYC-Fw-einIHxhqSmQIxZfgVW9i21nlqBLpzeU2BlYn4sw&oe=675EC88D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Have you ever wished you could talk to someone that died? Imagine if you could have that opportunity…. Join Matt Fraser, America’s Top Psychic Medium LIVE Online as he helps you connect with loved ones that have passed. ✨ BOOK NOW: https://mmfraser.com/3ZpiYFu During this 90-minute experience, you will be part of an online group reading as Matt connects with the spirit world, calls upon families, and provides LIVE psychic readings in real time. This event is more than just an event—it’s an uplifting experience that offers a glimpse into the other side, bringing you hope and undeniable proof that your loved ones are still with you. ✨ As Seen on These Hit Television Shows: You’ve watched Matt Fraser give readings to celebrities on hit TV shows like The Real Housewives, The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Doctors, and more. Now, you too can be part of the experience. No matter where you are, joining the event is easy. Use your cellphone, tablet, or computer to connect via Zoom—no subscription needed. After you register, you’ll get an email with all the details to join.		Matt Fraser		736541	https://www.facebook.com/Meetmattfraser/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2632616	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/29/25, 10:02 PM	1733881867	1748574133		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632617	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 6:56 PM	1733881867	1749081401		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633007	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 11:28 AM	1733881907	1749227336		1987																										shopsweetcurves.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Special Sale - 50 OFF Today!		https://shopsweetcurves.com/products/sweet-kelly-boob-separation-comfy-bra			1.0880969879734E+14	Shop Sweet Curves	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873052_943892103735567_1876338987118174114_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QJK9yekM3CAQ7kNvgFRCMQY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYBjABr3uGCgPCLiBCu8zy_N-9ISNg3HE1gmvGBRF3adlQ&oe=675EDB19	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		To all the fuller-bust and midsize ladies, we need this! 😉 NO UNIBOOB - NO DIGGING - NO UNDERWIRE 🔥 🔥🔥 Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to all-day comfort with our Sweet Kelly Bra. Shop here: shopsweetcurves.com/bra99		Shop Sweet Curves		1339	https://www.facebook.com/shopsweetcurves/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632901	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 9:32 AM	1733881894	1749220359		1987																										DCPinkIceHoliday.eventbrite.com	Sign up			VIDEO			https://DCPinkIceHoliday.eventbrite.com/			1.1391036495393E+14	phirstphamdc	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/408008877_1529379431151674_2547059164872717730_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=MH86xUv5W6cQ7kNvgGWz4DC&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAJSYm-CGgYw6rgSs7NvnoUoWVRlQQrMDxwEUAHxQ-NXw&oe=675ED10B	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		Ready to party with Phirst Pham royalty? The ONLY Alpha & AKA exclusive holiday event in the DMV is back—Pink Ice is going to be ❄️🧊. We have a rigorous membership verification process, so as always, only verified members are getting into our password-protected party. Hosted by: ✨ Desiree Medina – Phirst Pham DC Founder ✨ Joel Grey – Phirst Pham DC Co-Founder ✨ Dr. Roselyn Aker-Black – Phirst Pham DC Co-Founder ✨ Mikael LaRoche – President, Mu Lambda Chapter ✨ Kelly Gilmore – President, OLA Chapter ✨ KeShawn Harris – President, OHL Chapter ✨ Bryce Gaylor – President, KEL Chapter ✨ Rob Blackwell – President, XAL Chapter ✨ Keith Laing – President, TRL Chapter ✨ Michael Betty II – President, Eta Eta Lambda Chapter ✨ Antoine Folder – Charm City Alphas ✨ Brina Crawford – Phirst Pham DC Team Member ✨ Jessica Armstead – Phirst Pham DC Team Member ✨ Justice Brown-Duso – Phirst Pham DC Team Member Registration link in bio DCPinkIceHoliday.eventbrite com Don’t miss the ultimate holiday party for the DMV’s elite Alphas & AKAs. #PhirstPhamDC #DCPinkIceHolidayParty #ExclusivelyUs #SkeePhi		phirstphamdc		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/phirstphamdc	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633058	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 5:56 PM	1733881911	1749077801		1987																										orderbowsers.com	Order now			VIDEO			http://orderbowsers.com/			174917426830	Bowser's Restaurant	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469592315_1290362235425069_5198738241317482481_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_Jskm96pW4UQ7kNvgFfvLhh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCw1tVAEJzsStbCwTYMOdIb_S9esiVYd2Jnbh7n5NTWww&oe=675ED627	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Would you let Brad learn how to tattoo on you???		Bowser's Restaurant		9458	https://www.facebook.com/BowsersBBQ/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632697	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 12:54 PM	1733881876	1749232448		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634041	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 2:51 PM	1733881990	1749239483		1987																										gingerellarox.com	Learn More			DCO	Build Your Six-Figure Body Sculpting Business Today	{{product.description}}	https://kellymcintosh.samcart.com/products/gingerellarox-instant-body-sculpting-programme-bundle			3.6567597684693E+14	Gingerella Rox	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469597764_1090115475987309_4027977537918126234_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=m7OMw-DcbYAQ7kNvgHT1nOW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYAZRrjqK5_8c6fgtJUtpGw4YkFbzOipswIzM3lUNfF3Dg&oe=675EB2A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why is Gingerella Rox Australia’s No.1 Body Sculpting Academy? Because I’m dedicated to my students' success! In the last 17 months, over 550+ body sculpting graduates have achieved life-changing results—some earning $100k in less than a year working part-time! 💜 This isn't just another body sculpting course. It’s a complete toolkit to build your six-figure body sculpting business from scratch—even if you’re starting with zero followers. You’ll learn Fat Cavitation, RF Skin Tightening, Vacuum Therapy, and more, plus receive ongoing support and even your own machine! With my exclusive instant mapping techniques, you’ll create INSTANT results that keep clients coming back again and again. The best part? Anyone can succeed, regardless of background! Many of my students have quit their jobs and now run their businesses on their own terms—working around their families and enjoying more freedom. My online students achieve the same outstanding success as my in-person students. This body sculpting program is accessible worldwide, so no matter where you are, you can enroll, gain expert skills, and get certified! Don’t just take my word for it—check out my RESULTS highlight on Instagram @gingerella_rox, with over 100 5-star Google reviews. You can also visit my website to see our Certified Technicians across Australia, Scotland, Ireland, the US, and New Zealand! Got questions? Contact us today! 💜		Gingerella Rox		18417	https://www.facebook.com/roxgingerella/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633722	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/4/25, 5:29 PM	1733881969	1751668148		1987																										firstontariopac.ca	Book Now			CAROUSEL	Holidays with the NSO!		https://bit.ly/4icQN3B			1.3126204688785E+14	Niagara Symphony Orchestra	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469792498_934529061973493_2607784174325090104_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Cda4SuWpV3kQ7kNvgEBrIUU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBw7P0szFVb1q4DCmDfT7DBryHo7CxVAluIYH47OpN-Dw&oe=675EB14F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Niagara Symphony Orchestra		3033	https://www.facebook.com/NiagaraSymphonyOrchestra/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633355	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 5:01 PM	1733881944	1749074471		1987																										LEARN ABOUT THE KKW 8 WEEK SPRINTS in 2025 AND OUR EVOLVE	INTERESTED			EVENT	LEARN ABOUT THE KKW 8 WEEK SPRINTS in 2025 AND OUR EVOLVE	Join our Zoom to learn about our 12th year of ONLINE CHALLENGES at KKW - We have collectively given away 160,000 in total. Would you like to lose weight and get paid? Get reinforced? Get recognized? Join here : Kelly Killen is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Final evolve webinar number six Time: Dec 11, 2024 08:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83496957723?pwd=lb0Zu8DuubjsmORZvWaxEQabVr6S0B.1	https://www.facebook.com/events/1627567314835709/			5.9634683382596E+14	KK Wellness Consulting	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469549230_2968863766611653_8819252012302893809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ii6ZQK6LK7gQ7kNvgFKn7Bl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYCa2tcfGaFVo6yd-3Z-RbLAc-czwOhfqeGQNGSAyh1XSg&oe=675EB92E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KK Wellness Consulting		7100	https://www.facebook.com/wellnesskkconsulting/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633932	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 3:54 PM	1733881983	1749243259		1987																										eventbrite.com	Buy tickets			EVENT	The CCR Tribute Concert ~ Bad Moon Riders -Woodstock GA	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creedence-clearwater-revival-tribute-bad-moon-riders-tickets-1000681474227	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creedence-clearwater-revival-tribute-bad-moon-riders-tickets-1000681474227			1.1927914459748E+14	BMR Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469676336_1133765428535396_8766093392880906900_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vEYWc-cVuyQQ7kNvgFnJG8V&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDutm-zwFcJzTc3AoDbcR4DmCHqNSxM96vz-68UZeW4ug&oe=675ED7EA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		WOODSTOCK !! GIVE THE GIFT OF GREAT MUSIC!! We have an Epic Evening of Creedence Clearwater Revival in store for you as the Bad Moon Riders take the stage at MadLife Stage and Studios! 2 SHOWS Sunday May 25th 4:pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creedence-clearwater-revival-tribute-bad-moon-riders-tickets-1000681474227 or 7:pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creedence-clearwater-revival-tribute-bad-moon-riders-tickets-1000713429807 The Bad Moon Riders will have you singing along to all your favorite CCR songs -- from "Proud Mary" to "Bad Moon Rising," vocalist Mike Kelly brings you the vocals of CCR effortlessly because that is his natural voice! 1 in a Billion!! The band is comprised of veteran players from major recording acts (including BTO and Headpins), driving the show from start to finish with the timeless music that defined a generation		BMR Entertainment		151	https://www.facebook.com/61550257244539/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2632743	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 1:24 PM	1733881881	1749061489		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460888670_426699159994963_6927780453717343510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3LRygzydUl8Q7kNvgFEClxE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBOLSKyqO4I4rFFgypurHfx90_rbAHidQP-ZL9IKhkHNQ&oe=675ED22D	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633725	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 11:20 AM	1733881969	1749140452		1987																										firstontariopac.ca	Book Now			CAROUSEL	Holidays with the NSO!		https://bit.ly/4icQN3B			1.3126204688785E+14	Niagara Symphony Orchestra	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469792498_934529061973493_2607784174325090104_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Cda4SuWpV3kQ7kNvgEBrIUU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBw7P0szFVb1q4DCmDfT7DBryHo7CxVAluIYH47OpN-Dw&oe=675EB14F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Niagara Symphony Orchestra		3033	https://www.facebook.com/NiagaraSymphonyOrchestra/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2634069	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 5:34 PM	1733881993	1749249247		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/kellydavisinteriors			1.0811196520614E+14	Kelly Davis Interiors	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469529982_1273533323888638_7692534722825214429_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3JJIZTuXNDUQ7kNvgEMz-ZP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYDwlfQ52MEt4aMCxVWPOlMk-VdTizuDwq9K14BRK8iMHA&oe=675EAF67	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Shout out to myself for finishing my fourth year in business! Staying part-time hasn’t been easy and at times I’ve felt like I’ve lopped along, but with three beautiful teenage boys I committed right at the start to family coming first and my husband’s business second. While mine has taken a humble third in priority, I’ve still managed to have some wonderful projects and gorgeous clients, who I will always be grateful to. These years are laying the foundation for me for when my kids have all flown the coop and I will be in my fifties decade with plenty of years left for a fulltime career. To anyone starting out and feeling like you’re getting nowhere – slow and steady builds strong, solid foundations. Pic from the divine @florencecharvinphotographer who is so clever and talented 🖤		Kelly Davis Interiors		150	https://www.facebook.com/kdinteriors1/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632595	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 2:56 AM	1733881865	1749369374		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632597	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 2:57 AM	1733881865	1749369443		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459579679_1989502094899626_4310242559722517191_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CwQxnalKvfQQ7kNvgGeibJD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYAzEdvmlVx4LV7PbuD5YYlMvV9wYNo0oxswJ1cawjqKLw&oe=675EB736	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632598	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 3:01 AM	1733881865	1749369676		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459579679_1989502094899626_4310242559722517191_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CwQxnalKvfQQ7kNvgGeibJD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYAzEdvmlVx4LV7PbuD5YYlMvV9wYNo0oxswJ1cawjqKLw&oe=675EB736	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632599	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 2:56 AM	1733881866	1749369377		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459579679_1989502094899626_4310242559722517191_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CwQxnalKvfQQ7kNvgGeibJD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYAzEdvmlVx4LV7PbuD5YYlMvV9wYNo0oxswJ1cawjqKLw&oe=675EB736	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632604	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 2:54 AM	1733881866	1749369297		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458375138_1564953581067845_5953868371458184387_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G1XxujJ4PdAQ7kNvgEbO9Dk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYA_xwR8ztRYyq5gByMDiZSsNWYjrGW2J2jAtGDi1p5tDQ&oe=675ECCAA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632606	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 10:47 PM	1733881866	1749872847		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459181918_1590259071615106_1149023035939670505_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fIyhFQk2gIAQ7kNvgEvHMbd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDIkINDgZvkKPFG2F02iDmBfu5ww4OHv5BI_6H4RYB3FA&oe=675EA3F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632607	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881867	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459181918_1590259071615106_1149023035939670505_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fIyhFQk2gIAQ7kNvgEvHMbd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDIkINDgZvkKPFG2F02iDmBfu5ww4OHv5BI_6H4RYB3FA&oe=675EA3F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632611	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881867	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460660206_1026422615884580_7275128131490743741_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lUzCMlmZdAEQ7kNvgG1Vdan&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCqlLnUA9E6bRqmuqQZN_RwmyODVIiZglE92QwxgazOKg&oe=675EC387	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632612	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 5:16 PM	1733881867	1746224170		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460660206_1026422615884580_7275128131490743741_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lUzCMlmZdAEQ7kNvgG1Vdan&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCqlLnUA9E6bRqmuqQZN_RwmyODVIiZglE92QwxgazOKg&oe=675EC387	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632614	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881867	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460660206_1026422615884580_7275128131490743741_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lUzCMlmZdAEQ7kNvgG1Vdan&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCqlLnUA9E6bRqmuqQZN_RwmyODVIiZglE92QwxgazOKg&oe=675EC387	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632618	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 8:36 AM	1733881867	1746106570		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632621	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881868	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632622	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881868	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632624	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 1:23 PM	1733881868	1745864638		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632627	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 12:44 PM	1733881868	1746121460		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458406053_1052754443037721_5846550757853566253_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZUpNTeSJC-wQ7kNvgGwrYzd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDjjtxy6ojOCBWcwFZW2FIinlKOBPgOhW5So1IoySyXRw&oe=675ED201	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632631	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881868	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458745860_508995035182772_1924372475343827338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ulL92fGPGEAQ7kNvgHB0pCD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDRHrdT-l6-yEokMXK0rIxCf9IDEb4Go3WN0JVQ63SG9A&oe=675ED7F5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"🎥 Binge-watching this series is like a rollercoaster ride! 😱 I can't stop watching it, and the next episode just keeps getting better and better. 🙌 ✨"		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632634	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 11:16 PM	1733881869	1749096974		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458745860_508995035182772_1924372475343827338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ulL92fGPGEAQ7kNvgHB0pCD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDRHrdT-l6-yEokMXK0rIxCf9IDEb4Go3WN0JVQ63SG9A&oe=675ED7F5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"🎥 Binge-watching this series is like a rollercoaster ride! 😱 I can't stop watching it, and the next episode just keeps getting better and better. 🙌 ✨"		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632633	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 8:47 AM	1733881868	1745675266		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458745860_508995035182772_1924372475343827338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ulL92fGPGEAQ7kNvgHB0pCD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDRHrdT-l6-yEokMXK0rIxCf9IDEb4Go3WN0JVQ63SG9A&oe=675ED7F5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"🎥 Binge-watching this series is like a rollercoaster ride! 😱 I can't stop watching it, and the next episode just keeps getting better and better. 🙌 ✨"		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632637	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881869	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632638	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881869	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632642	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 9:55 PM	1733881869	1749092160		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632643	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881869	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632645	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881869	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632648	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 6:37 AM	1733881870	1745840258		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459420534_1028491418966118_6401726771713912672_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hZVULpv_NZMQ7kNvgFub3Co&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB6Zpk-oSRQ7Ddn0S4G_MZrsJ63zblorPjs0VtzA34HPw&oe=675EA797	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632649	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881870	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459420534_1028491418966118_6401726771713912672_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hZVULpv_NZMQ7kNvgFub3Co&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB6Zpk-oSRQ7Ddn0S4G_MZrsJ63zblorPjs0VtzA34HPw&oe=675EA797	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633346	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 5:51 PM	1733881937	1749250319		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469882360_499674509785483_1326576118793492326_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UBLvN5O9bskQ7kNvgFxEkE6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYBo5htc-lZslK35PaPdQR87aChBK1nDTHzkdAUZU40dDg&oe=675ED0FA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632650	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881870	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459420534_1028491418966118_6401726771713912672_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hZVULpv_NZMQ7kNvgFub3Co&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB6Zpk-oSRQ7Ddn0S4G_MZrsJ63zblorPjs0VtzA34HPw&oe=675EA797	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632651	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 2:45 AM	1733881870	1749109539		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459420534_1028491418966118_6401726771713912672_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hZVULpv_NZMQ7kNvgFub3Co&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB6Zpk-oSRQ7Ddn0S4G_MZrsJ63zblorPjs0VtzA34HPw&oe=675EA797	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632652	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 7:39 AM	1733881870	1749127182		1987																											Learn more			VIDEO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459006786_462756056765457_307689270243541836_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nxTKr9oPDn4Q7kNvgFDXRk0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYBs-teKmpQkF-m6eZroFsJYadQtsybVWIlcCJPnohXMSQ&oe=675ED001	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There's no need for more searching. This is the series you've been wanting to watch. Don't miss it, or you'll regret it!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632663	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:56 AM	1733881872	1749103008		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632665	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 11:45 PM	1733881872	1749098753		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632664	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 4:37 AM	1733881872	1749116243		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632676	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 2:08 PM	1733881874	1745867302		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire and His Blood wife👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458769627_832827298955953_3464472771163015071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X04D_Z_MxH0Q7kNvgEkSstj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAdE84HEKIyPKSsl9ydIBwth645U0cBA6iA0_i280JzzA&oe=675EC71E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This series is so incredible! I can't stop watching! #Next episode is amazing!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632675	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 1:04 PM	1733881874	1746122692		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire and His Blood wife👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458769627_832827298955953_3464472771163015071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X04D_Z_MxH0Q7kNvgEkSstj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAdE84HEKIyPKSsl9ydIBwth645U0cBA6iA0_i280JzzA&oe=675EC71E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This series is so incredible! I can't stop watching! #Next episode is amazing!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632689	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881875	1744621467		1987																											Learn more			VIDEO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459039076_1587668061849882_8776613406599152233_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=njmIwTqeenoQ7kNvgEH9BQR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAUsc_AXUl-Wr3EFlsVGN8gZSRHywQgbpgBdnNoIro33w&oe=675ECAA5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There's no need for more searching. This is the series you've been wanting to watch. Don't miss it, or you'll regret it!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632694	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 4:43 PM	1733881876	1749505408		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459644376_1213550616459165_5435572715139033757_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JQOjJz63qQEQ7kNvgH7LaDY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAEhXNQB8MIFY_kYchuE1wlYdLzrtiCo3ctVU4jbxew8Q&oe=675EB774	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632696	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 1:17 AM	1733881876	1749709048		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632695	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 7:41 AM	1733881876	1749732113		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632701	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 10:51 PM	1733881876	1749095477		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632706	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 1:32 AM	1733881878	1749105128		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458568810_1026702872539704_5128960842889323992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FCyr-1q7tpcQ7kNvgGkqSjb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAeRxBKfhbsD7nvNLGQddzjdHoyawzzlz7Py8G0mMo_Hg&oe=675ECFEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632713	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881878	1744621467		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459337110_1229099008283530_7805835300180501436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q6uM1gP-DzEQ7kNvgHW02NV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCB308_ApqPRkWpYpxSxyqdfQN9yBFQG4dQgulyjE8lbw&oe=675EB3E4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632715	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 5:25 AM	1733881878	1745835954		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459528630_2026206471170939_4210841087670428699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R4k6284i_CoQ7kNvgF194aK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAV4I-yxQvmSytHqtTPGBxOz6saWAJipBQmQuWhA6XS1A&oe=675EA66C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632718	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:37 PM	1733881879	1749861474		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459528630_2026206471170939_4210841087670428699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R4k6284i_CoQ7kNvgF194aK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAV4I-yxQvmSytHqtTPGBxOz6saWAJipBQmQuWhA6XS1A&oe=675EA66C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632722	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 5:19 AM	1733881879	1749723550		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458966713_1217234019516358_951567379151821286_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SQt4_SaGMzEQ7kNvgGqOaX7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYC48fGB8l1UWAue7TNLZnoU-WBWRZrWsDoneNfAgtuJqA&oe=675EB73A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632728	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881880	1744621468		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459838968_8514544031929920_6260341156900227967_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B_KfdwBV-nUQ7kNvgEZNrNC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYA_-BrxJH8IiYV5cjBNmKrWdOkycOlOihD4xC1HpiABoQ&oe=675EA767	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632729	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 3:59 AM	1733881880	1749545942		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459838968_8514544031929920_6260341156900227967_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B_KfdwBV-nUQ7kNvgEZNrNC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYA_-BrxJH8IiYV5cjBNmKrWdOkycOlOihD4xC1HpiABoQ&oe=675EA767	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632731	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 4:08 AM	1733881880	1749632916		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458984133_538108755349989_1547624346699276740_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vC1f60eJEuUQ7kNvgHCbaKu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBx1HA4cq3AfXovQd0b-tZWkqhKi9eXKQIQMMam7qJ06g&oe=675EBF52	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632730	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 1:42 PM	1733881880	1749753725		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458984133_538108755349989_1547624346699276740_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vC1f60eJEuUQ7kNvgHCbaKu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBx1HA4cq3AfXovQd0b-tZWkqhKi9eXKQIQMMam7qJ06g&oe=675EBF52	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632740	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 2:10 AM	1733881880	1749798643		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460888670_426699159994963_6927780453717343510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3LRygzydUl8Q7kNvgFEClxE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBOLSKyqO4I4rFFgypurHfx90_rbAHidQP-ZL9IKhkHNQ&oe=675ED22D	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632748	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 10:58 AM	1733881881	1749657498		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460728443_1958398361338872_3785427976724120331_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mSmSMdR32-cQ7kNvgHkNaOi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBfhe1AMH8Gaf0FX-SoiqOHUfeZSazXzRbKFsLeoe3EZw&oe=675ED397	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632747	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 2:56 PM	1733881881	1749758210		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460728443_1958398361338872_3785427976724120331_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mSmSMdR32-cQ7kNvgHkNaOi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBfhe1AMH8Gaf0FX-SoiqOHUfeZSazXzRbKFsLeoe3EZw&oe=675ED397	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632905	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/11/25, 8:46 AM	1733881895	1746971210		1987																											No button			VIDEO	CYBER MONDAY SALE!!! UP TO 75% OFF!!					1.037651811073E+14	The Roaming Buffalo	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469226698_1097458148738102_6878674330458210212_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5HH2rJla7j0Q7kNvgECKjsW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYCAQgABVZKymPmMPdI6sNQ4SvdNaxlOuuRjG0hDNlDliA&oe=675EB820	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		JEWELRY, CLOTHING, REAL LEATHER BAGS AND SOOO MUCH MORE!!! New here? Download our FREE APP! https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1535052335 https://play.google.com/store/apps/detail		The Roaming Buffalo		109657	https://www.facebook.com/shoptheroamingbuffalo/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2632950	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 9:19 PM	1733881899	1746152368		1987																														IMAGE						154786297391	Innovative Fertility Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469655038_758283229836627_5214111895426833751_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OFN64ueeQFkQ7kNvgG0wbPw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYDjHVxZ1uolcv9h3dekvFUpJFSiFEBGym2xiptsdUmq5A&oe=675ED81E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		A satisfied patient left us a glowing 5-star review! Discover how we aim to deliver exceptional care to each patient who walks through our doors. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/49Q92qs		Innovative Fertility Center		2491	https://www.facebook.com/InnovativeFertilityCenter/	0										View Edit Delete
2632963	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 11:47 PM	1733881899	1749703661		1987																										www.vanguardchurch.org	Learn more			VIDEO	Vanguard Church		https://www.vanguardchurch.org/			3.1700645501072E+14	Vanguard Church	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469882911_939520240899706_7698048961455335858_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iXADLtJoESoQ7kNvgHIJGzM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYASrNZnJLyN17JHYXwtnE0XAtRHgL-IQ44ZvIcakjkFaw&oe=675ED4E7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		JOIN US FOR CHRISTMAS EVE AT VANGUARD CHURCH!		Vanguard Church		2580	https://www.facebook.com/vanguardchurch.org/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632997	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 7:27 AM	1733881903	1749385676		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/metrotech08			1.0744212429561E+14	metrotech08	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/404349274_731192945020414_2012376479357568815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=SGlWrHyaAFIQ7kNvgF4Pz5u&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCa1ntjtVHTUDK8Jf84FTJqq2u376liN3WwuFeV9IbP6Q&oe=675EA3DB	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				metrotech08		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/metrotech08	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633003	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 10:32 PM	1733881904	1749526357		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/metrotech08			1.0744212429561E+14	metrotech08	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/404349274_731192945020414_2012376479357568815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=SGlWrHyaAFIQ7kNvgF4Pz5u&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCa1ntjtVHTUDK8Jf84FTJqq2u376liN3WwuFeV9IbP6Q&oe=675EA3DB	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				metrotech08		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/metrotech08	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633005	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 4:08 AM	1733881905	1749546529		1987																										shopsweetcurves.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Special Sale - 50 OFF Today!		https://shopsweetcurves.com/products/sweet-kelly-boob-separation-comfy-bra			1.0880969879734E+14	Shop Sweet Curves	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867139_8642313479222035_1984436646827398636_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=au540sAvqssQ7kNvgHEArNy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYAszgXAaa2obIpT7pX8TkC3XrKV6Uy4GKDbu1phO35VLA&oe=675ED113	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		To all the fuller-bust and midsize ladies, we need this! 😉 NO UNIBOOB - NO DIGGING - NO UNDERWIRE 🔥 🔥🔥 Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to all-day comfort with our Sweet Kelly Bra. Shop here: shopsweetcurves.com/bra99		Shop Sweet Curves		1339	https://www.facebook.com/shopsweetcurves/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633104	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 3:36 AM	1733881915	1749803814		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633116	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 12:23 AM	1733881916	1749792182		1987																										www.hibermate.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Give the gift of rest and relaxation! 🎄 Order yours today!		https://www.hibermate.com/collections/all-sleep-products/products/new-hibermate-sleep-mask-with-earmuffs-velcro-version			1.0924482579632E+14	Hibermate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848082_1626663888228935_771127195615136462_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oj1ovfuwKnYQ7kNvgGWA0m0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYAfAxMhJQfXZvWUyiaKaNY5rGWTNyiOtRc071esyiuffA&oe=675ED899	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hibermate		5131	https://www.facebook.com/Hibermate/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633208	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 9:01 AM	1733881924	1749823292		1987																										brandgeneticm.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Click to get your free bottle.🎁		https://brandgeneticm.com/			4.3022296350457E+14	Glorious Freebies	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469975982_27654303277546448_8912209901932455338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PndZGZN4JMAQ7kNvgG6ztEQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYB4O42N_DuyM-bBM1mg-yFJp85xIFmasuJnd0HbraxYiA&oe=675ED40A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		She's handing these out to everyone just in time for Xmas.		Glorious Freebies		4	https://www.facebook.com/61566506871046/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633175	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 6:05 AM	1733881920	1749553532		1987																										joannu.com	Shop Now			DCO	The best gift for women! Free shipping！	Personalized, sterling silver, necklace, gold, silver, rose gold	https://www.joannu.com/product/personalized-name-and-birthstone-necklace-with-names-for-mom/			1.1060336196665E+14	Joannu Jewelry	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465649678_3816412311945033_8214082214208420871_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cUt2fnv6CrAQ7kNvgHotAOF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYCIxfh3v6ct3nFy0Nu2z0Pt0WPYKtFu8hSE42gZ0kbG3Q&oe=675EC8E7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Perfect gift for mom! Classic personalized sterling silver heart birthstone necklace with family names. Gold, silver, rose gold		Joannu Jewelry		290	https://www.facebook.com/100090604334874/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633178	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 8:33 PM	1733881921	1749519204		1987																										www.newsbreakapp.com	Install now			IMAGE	Breaking news from Wilmington!		https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.particlenews.newsbreak			1.5389437170261E+14	Wilmington, Delaware Local - News Break	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469698524_577114604962462_3394415784093481517_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XltNU_rLtVQQ7kNvgG025Jn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYC2LAns6o5eT1DugvbFti4BlZTaBWVKHq5BjexgmVDY8g&oe=675EBBCE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Wilmington News: Leg Hall's renovations, Kelly's Logan House's new look, new ALDI and more. Install news app trusted by millions to stay informed of latest Wilmington local news!		Wilmington, Delaware Local - News Break		2807	https://www.facebook.com/100075694762948/	0		INSTALL_MOBILE_APP								View Edit Delete
2633179	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 11:59 PM	1733881922	1746161965		1987																										huskybrothersbaseball.com	Learn more			IMAGE			http://www.huskybrothersbaseball.com/			3.3224936330652E+14	huskybrothersbaseball	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/462714515_1198199401443161_5953542597539984029_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=0x-5txeL3l8Q7kNvgEgyOmq&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAdb3wXbeZqOnfcUwTMfMkVJiYYA0B5xFlVuGFq8_67iQ&oe=675ED4FC	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		60 day take home throwing program with workouts and a set of arm bands included in our Arm Care & Strengthening program. Link to the website in our bio! Learn everything you need to know to strengthen and maintain health through the long upcoming season. 6 one and a half our training session.		huskybrothersbaseball		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/huskybrothersbaseball	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633324	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:39 PM	1733881932	1748979571		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469990227_1605309116749102_2839472762723192789_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BCouQaF6EOwQ7kNvgGuhWgY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDSaQ3agWQon7XRFIIu90r_horurLvYqMB0nB8-PPUs4A&oe=675EA799	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633026	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 6:39 PM	1733881909	1749253197		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469876968_2934920380010711_3284110093378061960_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rrHujP5rj0YQ7kNvgF3RUHo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCVRSsM4nnGVHuhCW-quv_QfaE14CQtJ_empAV4aZMVHQ&oe=675EA8F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633393	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:30 PM	1733881947	1748979004		1987																										screenprinting.com	Shop now			CAROUSEL			https://www.screenprinting.com/products/pigskins-pigtails-screen-printing-kit			1.6415931370248E+14	Ryonet	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469787463_1671059533623728_1123496152361195561_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WyqJi3OcAogQ7kNvgGbLIE3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYAK8qxW3zUuYzYrWjhi2F15n1xKuv1IJn24HJ-FczYqAQ&oe=675ED26A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ryonet		15809	https://www.facebook.com/ryonet/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633400	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:42 PM	1733881948	1748979746		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2005 Toyota Sienna		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/569370742479863/			1.0739620841395E+14	Vanessa Camacho		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		2005 Toyota Sienna - $3.650,00 • GOOD CONDITION • DRIVES GOOD • CLEAN TITLE • 149K MILES ONLY • 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA XLE 🔥 • TEMP PLATES AVAILABLE • 1030 SPRINGFIELD RD UNION NJ 07083 • $3650 CASH PRICE ONLY 👍🏾 • CALL Kelly Vargas 📞201-780-9049📞 Facebook Marketplace		Vanessa Camacho		0	https://www.facebook.com/Vanessa-Camacho-107396208413950/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633742	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 9:00 PM	1733881970	1749607253		1987																										penguinrandomhouse.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	The Last Kids on Earth: The Graphic Novel		https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721802/the-last-kids-on-earth-the-graphic-novel-by-max-brallier-illustrated-by-brian-churilla/9780593622179/?ref=PRHD4574E52CD8D&aid=7619&linkid=PRHD4574E52CD8D			2.5548664781408E+14	Penguin Kids	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469607474_927315818985592_8234149228102663902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6dHIn-WJTpEQ7kNvgEWx4eE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOMx3Zzl01lXgkc7tcYbHYzuoOh-JV9vnm3134D9FojA&oe=675EAC9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Penguin Kids		209022	https://www.facebook.com/penguinkidsbooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633748	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 10:42 PM	1733881970	1749872522		1987																										penguinrandomhouse.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	The Last Kids on Earth: The Graphic Novel		https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721802/the-last-kids-on-earth-the-graphic-novel-by-max-brallier-illustrated-by-brian-churilla/9780593622179/?ref=PRHD4574E52CD8D&aid=7619&linkid=PRHD4574E52CD8D			2.5548664781408E+14	Penguin Kids	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469607474_927315818985592_8234149228102663902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6dHIn-WJTpEQ7kNvgEWx4eE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOMx3Zzl01lXgkc7tcYbHYzuoOh-JV9vnm3134D9FojA&oe=675EAC9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Penguin Kids		209022	https://www.facebook.com/penguinkidsbooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2633830	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 9:19 PM	1733881975	1749608366		1987																											Learn more			IMAGE			https://waller-singer.com/			95951043212	Waller-Singer Chevrolet	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469774503_987585773422038_7118678040797628760_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-pcnLqYOP3QQ7kNvgFbzBed&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYAbH7tz6dzy6wQPj-LM0-F3MvMDGOYteyC33eYnrSXOdw&oe=675EDB83	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“We loved our buying experience at Waller-Singer! Great service, great deal, and great people like Dakota Tucker!” James & Lauren Messer, Kelly		Waller-Singer Chevrolet		5534	https://www.facebook.com/WallerSingerChevrolet/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633831	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:41 PM	1733881975	1748979700		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						9.5375905139452E+14	Engel & Völkers Atlanta	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469797397_1324492792317718_8758156024126801058_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mERikfcRq9oQ7kNvgFLH4Rx&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYCUlxKfv8_OIbPZ6AIfhe7tmeznOPWGOO3Wymd5Zd1kYg&oe=675ED523	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Featuring, 108 Ardsley Run, Canton, GA 30115 4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Offered at $614,900 Exclusively listed by Kelly Anderson with Engel & Völkers Atlanta Welcome to your fully renovated home in Woodmont Golf and Country Club! Perched above the street with golf course views, this home has been remodeled top to bottom with elegant details throughout. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring brand-new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, an island with seating, and an oversized pantry with a coffee bar. The main floor boasts refinished hardwoods, a spacious primary suite with dual closets, and a stunningly remodeled bathroom with a freestanding tub and frameless glass shower. Outside, discover a serene screened-in porch overlooking the private, fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The roof was replaced in 2022 and the water heater in 2020. Come celebrate your new home today! For more information, please visit https://tinyurl.com/4m7ydjvj #evatlanta		Engel & Völkers Atlanta		2118	https://www.facebook.com/evatlanta/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633905	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/27/25, 4:30 PM	1733881981	1751059815		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469670448_1351145776045344_207053873787076808_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jda_EdQ6GgUQ7kNvgEjK6SZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBFYX4udubaUOkxAvKkEQUsoDlDeVsd5AEeiFnDnpYnhA&oe=675ED706	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The day I was born, I committed an unforgivable sin. Though I'm the Beta's daughter, I was reduced to lower than Omega, tortured and taunted by all until the arrival of a new girl reveals who I really am — the top warrior in our pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A groan slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too.” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she strikes me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. There are plenty of people who want to be in her circle so bad that they will do anything to anyone to gain approval. I live in a pack that feeds on hierarchy and dominance. Kaley's dad is one of the school board, so she is naturally in the top tier in school. And sadly, even though my dad is the Beta, as everyone in our pack knows how unwanted I am in my family, I'm basically shunned lower than an omega, while my brother who will inherit the Beta title enjoys the admiration of everyone along with other future pack leaders. Talk about the unfairness of life. “What did I do this time, your highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me from disciplining a pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school. She deserves to be punished.” Kaley tosses her platinum bleached hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal blue eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’ it was my brother, the future beta, along with the future alphas, gamma and delta. Those five boys are rarely separated. She was trying to gain the attention of Dakota and Cameron, our future alphas, like most of the girls in our school. Her little minions were focused on the other three, they didn’t really care which one gave them attention as long as they were noticed. You can't really blame them for trying so hard. This year when the guys came back, they were all almost unrecognizable. Each of them had a massive growth spurt and put on muscles like it was their job. They were all good-looking before, even my brother, but now they looked like men, very very, hot men. They all stood over six feet tall and were as wide as a standard doorway. As they get closer to 18, their auras are developing as well, which has many uses. Their aura lets you know you are in the presence of a stronger wolf, they use it to command lower-ranking wolves and it attracts bedmates. A wolf’s goal is to have a strong mate to procreate with, the higher the rank, the stronger the wolf. Almost all of the girls in the pack noticed and started throwing themselves at these 16 year old gods chiseled from head to toe. As Marnie and Jeanie were ogling the guys, Marnie tripped over this little fourth grader and dumped whatever frufru iced coffee drink all down Kaley’s legs. Kaley will never admit when she and her friends are in the wrong though. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, they don’t understand or care about your expensive shoes or that your friends can’t walk in theirs and need to be given a wide berth.” I say with as bored a tone as I can. “Besides your clumsy friend is the reason that pup tripped in the first place, but I don’t see you beating her down. Pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another strike. More blood runs from my mouth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years ahead of my peers, right after my brother and all the guys, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek. He only noticed my arm when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha and I had a short sleeved dress on. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was his reputation as the beta with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself in training. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. It’s not that my father hates me. That’s a lie, I don’t want him to hate me. But he blames me for my mother’s death. She died giving birth to me. Losing one's mate leaves a scar that takes a lifetime to heal. My brother used to be close to me, but as he was busy preparing himself to inherit the Beta title from dad, we just got more and more distant. I was basically isolated in my own home. That, along with Kaley and her girls at school making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me. My last year of middle school and now high school is shaping up to be pretty lonely. I just have to keep my head down, my grades up and train hard to get into warrior training and out of this pack. This wasn’t my first run in with Kaley this year and we have only been in school for two weeks, but this is where things really started to take a turn for me. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, Jeanie and Marnie or any of their other minions messing with me. They weren’t dumb enough to cause the kind of scenes with me that they usually did with the future alphas, my brother and the rest of the future leaders watching. I could be free and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. I have often thought about doing warrior training following school. I even started running the patrol route around the territory in the mornings before training or after school if I need to avoid people or my house. We don’t have a lot of rogue attacks, but they do happen and our border patrol keeps us in close contact with neighboring packs in times of need. I have enjoyed getting to know the patrol warriors and learning what they do as the first line of defense for our pack. I was pulled from my thoughts as the lead trainer brought us all in and explained what we were going to do today and then casually said we have a new member joining us. “She is here with her uncle and aunt while her parents are working for the Alpha King.” That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day, but she actually showed up today. I still haven’t figured out how she gets out of mandatory training. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place, her confident stature was what caught my eye first. Her youthful, carefree face, long dark brown hair and bright golden honey eyes told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy at training followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since she turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join the group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” "Oh, hi, nice to meet... you. My..name is Skylar" I was so nervous my tongue got tied up. The girl was just shining. We were then paired up by Delta Kyle for fighting practice. Sierra was a good fighter, I'd have to say. But standing next to her had put me under spotlight as well, and I hated attention. Suddenly Delta Kyle motioned to us two. “I think a demonstration is in order. Sierra, Skylar, why don’t you two show us how the new defensive move is supposed to look.” He said loudly, getting the attention of the whole group, then he smiles at me and winks and I just want to punch him in his pearly white teeth. The whole stadium was looking at us now, including our future leaders. I think Sam was mubbling something to my brother, but I can't hear them. He was darting towards me a weird and novel gaze. Not just him, all five boys, especially the two alphas, their eyes beaming with excitement. What the f**k are they looking at? “I really don’t like you.” I say through the mindlink to Delta Kyle. “I know, but someone other than me has to see what kind of fighter you are and your brother and the guys need a lesson in humility. They have been left alone for far too long. Humor me for five minutes.” "You get two." Maybe these egomaniacs do need a lesson. I huff and move to face Sierra. She is smiling like I just brought her to her favorite candy store and told her she can have anything she wants. Oh, goody, she enjoys the attention. “Ready.” Delta Kyle’s deep authoritative voice booms over the crowd now circling around us. We take our positions. “Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move and lets see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds this time.” I hear mumbles of ‘what?’ ‘30 seconds no way’ and giggles. That sets me and my wolf off. F*ck trying to be invisible. Arrogant boys think they are so great, when they can't even submit each other with basic moves. She grumbles. Shall we? I ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633286	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 6:08 PM	1733881929	1749251333		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633059	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 2:37 PM	1733881911	1748979445		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						4.7587326561649E+14	Kelly Rentals	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469613594_548302007974136_1797084908761587381_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=a6V9fim_7GIQ7kNvgEjET7g&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYAxUSqjnErjXnz5UBL3imtpg6--skdD6FsfwcWTT2lHhQ&oe=675EAAC5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I am Kelly, a private landlord, and I have houses and apartments in nice and conducive areas, pet friendly with utilities Send a DM for more details		Kelly Rentals		0	https://www.facebook.com/61569291045442/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633085	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 2:44 PM	1733881913	1748979844		1987																										nebswagg.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Philadelphia 2024/25 Pullover Hoodie	All Stitched	https://bit.ly/pe-26nw			4.481397683903E+14	Kelly Green All Day	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751798_549032757963669_7404763802829114264_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-2aq5G3NeaAQ7kNvgE6VJxs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYAbzkp1_YLCvzHQWn0FillQ1FD54uaDYS5bLujtGZ65lA&oe=675EC7D0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All Stitched		Kelly Green All Day		3	https://www.facebook.com/61568767536826/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633095	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 6:20 AM	1733881914	1749554406		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633094	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 2:31 AM	1733881914	1749799920		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633102	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 9:53 AM	1733881914	1749826387		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633099	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 6:18 AM	1733881914	1746357523		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633949	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 11:54 AM	1733881984	1749056046		1987																										waterdrop.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Stocking stuffer hack 🎁🎁	2,000,000+ happy customers	https://www.waterdrop.com/collections/must-haves			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469614131_1170194094467997_4606377284735770449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bx7X5jUa6O8Q7kNvgEHKElb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBRm8CFjXUzs8MeOJ4StukaBvkKuCT47wLF0GmhJYmOQg&oe=675EC194	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This holiday season, fill those stockings with waterdrop®💧🎁 waterdrop® Microdrinks give your plain water a fruity boost with real fruit and plant extracts + valuable vitamins 🥥🍓🍍 The best part? Our cubes are free of sugar, calories & preservatives! 💧 Just drop, dissolve and enjoy anytime, anywhere Find your new favorite flavor now 👉 https://waterdrop.com		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633879	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 11:54 AM	1733881979	1749056056		1987																										eventbrite.com	Book now			IMAGE	Drag Me to Funky Town Drag Show	Get ready to groove at Drag Me to Funky Town on Dec 14th at the Martini Room! Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm. Don’t miss the disco vibes!	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1080042168199?aff=oddtdtcreator			1.4125315240019E+14	Drag Is Art LLC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469674618_554870250848876_7966426421427981625_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s-uEWsH9cgUQ7kNvgGKnTJl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCUhvX8kWuhAQdCbvM37X4u6hhydTXM2R-3R-uP4A_9Jg&oe=675EC37B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get ready to drag and groove at our **Drag Me To Funky Town Drag Show! When: This Saturday, December 14th Doors Open: 7 PM Show Starts: 8 PM Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door Join us at the Martini Room for a night filled with fabulous performances, vibrant costumes, and unforgettable entertainment! Don't miss out on the fun—grab your friends and let's make it a night to remember! Get your tickets now and prepare to be dazzled! #DragMeToFunkyTown #DragShow #FabulousNight #MartiniRoom #dragqueen		Drag Is Art LLC		439	https://www.facebook.com/61551345788062/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633564	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 5:28 AM	1733881959	1746354513		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUni53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642353_2259990911052899_4695191914448840448_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFgucSSNlwQQ7kNvgEvzaWz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCyY3YprF-AP4_tHJK_bT5E3zRMeAOWn27Ajpk81Z6F6A&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632849	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 6:51 AM	1733881889	1749815506		1987																										www.gentryandwaremotors.com	Shop now			VIDEO	What's on your wish list this year?		https://www.gentryandwaremotors.com/?utm_source=Bahakel&utm_medium=Facebook			2.1813478520852E+15	Gentry and Ware Motor Company	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780387_436052096224136_4086572573455892902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qdtTUdFb0JUQ7kNvgHnVw26&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYDIhB3Gf6G7M4LA_Ndt6V6gyrrZe88ANUHCoewezytJBw&oe=675EBFB6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		May this holiday season be the most memorable one yet! 📍3906 Pepperell Pkwy | Opelika		Gentry and Ware Motor Company		2062	https://www.facebook.com/100049724235010/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633578	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 5:48 AM	1733881960	1746355681		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUuXjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528117_8836029499825638_7742395324058535576_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=099SEL10_voQ7kNvgHP0RZs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCYEBmgX2isnj9LALc1jb2lMX5uRrsz6_LupY94fMqsdA&oe=675ED6C2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633941	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:30 PM	1733881984	1748979010		1987																										ballercap.com	Learn More			DCO	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	https://ballercap.com/trending/kelly-mark-open-up-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Mark%20Open%20Up%20Roh%200912%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%208954%20-%20Nitido%20Pubplus%2001%20a6fd%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=1			1.4467742206533E+14	Good Knows	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469640807_1362596761394981_2188304113455154335_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UJF4LauE5iUQ7kNvgFjDafA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDgAakuqn-bPPcJfR03xToCCpdvv2jmwGWUJzURoi2VuQ&oe=675EB625	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Reveal Relationship Difficulties		Good Knows		1349	https://www.facebook.com/61552336215478/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633942	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 12:04 AM	1733881984	1749791067		1987																										ballercap.com	Learn More			DCO	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	https://ballercap.com/trending/kelly-mark-open-up-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Mark%20Open%20Up%20Roh%200912%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%208954%20-%20Nitido%20Pubplus%2001%20a6fd%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=1			1.4467742206533E+14	Good Knows	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469640807_1362596761394981_2188304113455154335_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UJF4LauE5iUQ7kNvgFjDafA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDgAakuqn-bPPcJfR03xToCCpdvv2jmwGWUJzURoi2VuQ&oe=675EB625	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Reveal Relationship Difficulties		Good Knows		1349	https://www.facebook.com/61552336215478/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634014	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:30 PM	1733881989	1748979012		1987																										Opens Instagram	Send message			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/fairfaxpetportraits			1.0703772197195E+14	Fairfax Pet Portraits	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800828_1285519106231097_6990895470643548427_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B3C8ZwBymmcQ7kNvgFazeTV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDXATcOT3WXeBPtHbS7TPxGWgvaPh2ZNrjbBQ6KTuUFzw&oe=675EB0C8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Taking orders until 12/10🎄❄️- Kelly		Fairfax Pet Portraits		84	https://www.facebook.com/FairfaxPetPortraits/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2634026	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:41 PM	1733881989	1748979678		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			CAROUSEL	Chat with us		http://www.instagram.com/			3.2995406432277E+14	Melanesian Luxury Yachts	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469625772_1300276991106045_8309238274886746815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X0qjyaYLjQMQ7kNvgFuDsyI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYAUIXvS20WnV_qagBblBCJdLQ4NK1HuzLuOZkAwXJWhGg&oe=675ECC88	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Melanesian Luxury Yachts		154	https://www.facebook.com/MelanesianLuxuryYachts/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2634030	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 4:20 AM	1733881990	1749806456		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/hotmomsclubmusic			1.0354159232616E+14	Hot Moms Club	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469437845_8459922130796624_2891664802222056140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yYheSLXHJSwQ7kNvgENoKS3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDM3Y5W4BbWfoFmmQG9Cyy1soKW1AD8dUPjTNOuG_50PQ&oe=675EC9D5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hot Moms Club		52	https://www.facebook.com/hotmomsclubmusic/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634029	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/29/25, 10:01 PM	1733881990	1745982070		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/hotmomsclubmusic			1.0354159232616E+14	Hot Moms Club	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469437845_8459922130796624_2891664802222056140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yYheSLXHJSwQ7kNvgENoKS3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDM3Y5W4BbWfoFmmQG9Cyy1soKW1AD8dUPjTNOuG_50PQ&oe=675EC9D5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Hot Moms Club		52	https://www.facebook.com/hotmomsclubmusic/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634054	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/11/25, 2:18 PM	1733881992	1746991084		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634055	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881992	1744621469		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634057	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/12/25, 6:06 PM	1733881992	1747091214		1987																											Send message			IMAGE						4.450559586967E+14	Kelly Clarkson FanPage	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469506964_2301993530178767_1843476244965667387_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DHFhQXvuv5YQ7kNvgHlH5QU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCYUYsoNDM00inm2ocW2dsISyKOD767oaEq-3gEusTRQA&oe=675ED4D1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Hey my fans I want to know tell me your best 5 songs of mine you love and stand a chance to win a cash prize and other gift 🎁 Do you love KellyClarkson ?		Kelly Clarkson FanPage		1	https://www.facebook.com/61567184116947/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2634060	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/30/25, 3:09 AM	1733881992	1746000568		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/authorkellyrey			1.069467491636E+14	authorkellyrey	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/345552789_790360802446693_5975748069738807610_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=0cITm_KnWo8Q7kNvgHqJ2tZ&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA7k5hxV-_yFnFpt-cp9s87JsA2f-6whewRIPDbvr5brA&oe=675ED523	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				authorkellyrey		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/authorkellyrey	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634077	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	7/7/25, 11:35 AM	1733881993	1751906142		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632590	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 6:04 AM	1733881865	1746356682		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632585	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 3:47 AM	1733881865	1749631678		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460810830_386022504546583_4449310275471778756_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=laaRFEVt26sQ7kNvgGderS5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCS_aZHTgh_8DdN6BqbtdLp7VUkxmWlocSRRsX4Zob6OQ&oe=675ED132	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633481	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 8:11 PM	1733881952	1749258676		1987																										etix.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Wild Animals Up Close!	Tickets Selling Fast!	https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/35236632/wild-world-of-animals-millville-levoy-theatre			4.1013602568743E+14	Levoy Theatre	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469612207_1274036550577007_1982694380345026154_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8V5piVY3U7UQ7kNvgHAMUSa&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AdFFO2JrHQnpLOyPQrIaBB7&oh=00_AYBmN6xbDah5U-265L3rUIOenh01dEiyd5-aypuqwmaCig&oe=675EB648	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get ready for a WILD adventure!🐍 Bring the whole family and join Grant Kemmerer on Jan 11th at 2PM as he brings the animal kingdom to life! Including about 13 amazing animals, from creepy crawlies to furry friends! A fun and fact-filled show that's perfect for kids & adults alike! Get You Tickets NOW! Before it's too late!		Levoy Theatre		25675	https://www.facebook.com/thelevoytheatre/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634194	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 6:18 PM	1733882001	1749683886		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	Ranking The Top Female Singers In The Music Industry	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			2.3495201408473E+14	GURU	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867194_1640886150167700_1812496229269704375_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bg0Sr0DFq-AQ7kNvgHLNZul&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYDY9OYl9lgNO1urXdBwPm7DeTfe3F3oy8VUPqIA1W88SQ&oe=675EBC52	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		GURU		32793	https://www.facebook.com/guru.instant/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2634195	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 10:42 AM	1733882001	1749742948		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	Ranking The Top Female Singers In The Music Industry	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			1.068020412668E+14	Trip Thunder	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469820401_1342566646918713_116925286628836717_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zyBS4S3_sjIQ7kNvgHiX3zs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYBPJ_gO4zMcjcdm4_JQDr3MqNdrn1uDuZpnHSWlJd1jvg&oe=675EB2A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		Trip Thunder		4406	https://www.facebook.com/100064008344885/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633616	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 3:50 PM	1733881962	1749243060		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633710	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:21 AM	1733881968	1748967699		1987																										cliftauto.com	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	Find A Better Price & We'll Match It!	Schedule Your Certified Service Today!	https://www.cliftauto.com/service-parts-specials.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid+social&utm_campaign=november+service			1.5278213175134E+14	Clift Buick GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469697895_1003119594908372_233080529082153120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hVeS1i-6W0cQ7kNvgH6Br2C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYA87su18CmIP4n7KoLCBf6n0ouR9lOhtgTjvqr8jnRMTQ&oe=675EAB09	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Schedule Your Certified Service Today!		Clift Buick GMC		1960	https://www.facebook.com/Cliftbuickgmc1/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633836	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/7/25, 12:34 AM	1733881976	1749274494		1987																										am.ticketmaster.com/purdue	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Save on "Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300"	Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.	https://am.ticketmaster.com/purdue/promotional-page?id=Mzg1			19926223060	Purdue Convocations	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825206_1916239572201984_7417768929703193500_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=inA3335yeMwQ7kNvgEgmu4k&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDe3jcyz9Ecw294seiGM22-wIQ_PUR695ri-soHgUJHZw&oe=675EDBE6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.		Purdue Convocations		16581	https://www.facebook.com/PurdueConvocationsIN/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633134	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 8:52 PM	1733881917	1749261161		1987																										www.instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			https://www.instagram.com/_u/kellystone			3.5566618761964E+14	Kelly Stone	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469686462_548717447980409_1765443979036729090_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3ao4q0dltGoQ7kNvgH2CTxn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaFAvSp00sZVInMQSiVqyGp&oh=00_AYBYaGY9LwEGHIklRy_L-fWNYWN1WsqAZaYIhLtkUUPkhw&oe=675ED532	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The key to this kitchen was... The unique layout! We went bold & pushed the envelope by separating the fridge and freezer to create symmetry ✨ You rarely go into the fridge & freezer at the same time, so separating them just made sense! It maximized the work flow of the kitchen & allowed for a much open look! What do you guys think? - Designed by @kellystone Construction by @vegasremodelsllc #interiordesign #design #interior #homedecor #architecture #home #decor #interiors #homedesign #art #interiordesigner #furniture #decoratieon #interiordecor #kitchendecor #modernkitchen #designer #kitchen #homesweethome #inspiration #livingroom #furnituredesign #lasvegasinteriordesign #lasvegasdesign #vegasinteriordesign #vegasdesigner #lasvegasdesigner		Kelly Stone		0	https://www.facebook.com/61559893747054/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632659	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 11:08 PM	1733881872	1749269311		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634090	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/4/25, 10:00 AM	1733881994	1746370845		1987																											Send message			IMAGE						3.5477914495526E+14	Miracle Temple Church of Deliverance	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469625778_8964644283594230_5835253174365414176_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XRidRvNu6oEQ7kNvgGYj9We&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYBdbjxJJLNUf9-oVjjj_Vq9_E8JFP4Y_kEG7yNsVbLnPQ&oe=675EA60E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We are praying that this new week bring you loads of benefits daily, filled with favor, grace, prosperity, protection, healing, love and honor! Wherever you’re connecting from tonight, let us know your prayer requests and let’s us connect in faith as Saints around the world are praying for you IN JESUS NAME! Please keep Rod and Tesia Hill’s, Tesia’s parents, Br. and Sis. Edward Hall, and the entire family in your prayers. Also keep Chad Hall and Jason Kelly in your prayers. They both need a miracle. If you need a miracle, drop your name below. Our God is a miracle worker! He can do anything but fail. There’s no failure in God!		Miracle Temple Church of Deliverance		20767	https://www.facebook.com/100064588006928/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633724	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 11:44 AM	1733881969	1746377051		1987																										firstontariopac.ca	Book Now			CAROUSEL	Holidays with the NSO!		https://bit.ly/4icQN3B			1.3126204688785E+14	Niagara Symphony Orchestra	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469792498_934529061973493_2607784174325090104_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Cda4SuWpV3kQ7kNvgEBrIUU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBw7P0szFVb1q4DCmDfT7DBryHo7CxVAluIYH47OpN-Dw&oe=675EB14F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Niagara Symphony Orchestra		3033	https://www.facebook.com/NiagaraSymphonyOrchestra/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633281	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 10:11 AM	1733881929	1746371466		1987																										bayoudreamsfoundation.org	Book now			IMAGE	A Valentine's Day Fundraiser | Bayou Dreams FD.	Come be a part of this meaningful event, connect with our community, and help us make a difference in the lives of young individuals. While enjoying a delightful evening filled with entertainment and great food We look forward to celebrating with you for a wonderful evening of fun and philanthropy!	https://www.bayoudreamsfoundation.org/events/a-valentines-day-fundraiser			1.6774829643073E+14	Rosalind Campbell	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936388_877585677590294_4784286528890155593_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=L4cqOT41VN0Q7kNvgGFKd-F&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYDA1jllP-NUV1wzoAqSa9LoDxxkZm3OCJMESfwtb7T9dA&oe=675EC440	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Attention FB family!! Mark your calendars to support my special event for a great cause. This will be a great fundraising event for Valentines celebration Get your tickets Now! https://www.bayoudreamsfoundation.org/events/a-valentines-day-fundraiser		Rosalind Campbell		97	https://www.facebook.com/campbellallstate/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633803	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 10:13 AM	1733881974	1746371625		1987																										womenscasualsneaker.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Click to get your free bottle.🎁		https://womenscasualsneaker.com/			1.0520327802763E+14	Pan roasted chicken House	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469778953_800656312186263_5148566713521931983_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f465imDH0ekQ7kNvgFQZ_C2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBfrHvqYeSqMCYjFxewOBtyRIcvn6VImUdG7UMU-MisMw&oe=675EAD40	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Winter is coming and it's time to get ready! As seen on the Shark Tank show, 195 lbs down to 135 lbs 🧜 No rigorous training required. It worked so well that I had to stop at week 4 because it was so effective! Best gift for myself and my family! 🐋		Pan roasted chicken House		785	https://www.facebook.com/RoastHouse3302/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632770	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 4:16 PM	1733881883	1749763001		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461602134_1192681088880291_3265962485167695804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fEUIN3uPB4UQ7kNvgEHajx1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYAOiMJEDYo5SsjtXbbIRiQAoiODi_eTJDmkmojhdnJodA&oe=675EB704	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633470	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:27 AM	1733881951	1748968057		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634098	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 12:15 PM	1733881995	1749748517		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ilovehopcafe			4.9768693675087E+14	ilovehopcafe	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/467873094_1232009038015222_7488115859989470340_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=9JufIi20adUQ7kNvgEoksj7&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYD1sxdjL42ubmdE3G4S2RMOj8fiTn6DgHIL0g_IXaWS2Q&oe=675EBF02	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				ilovehopcafe		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/ilovehopcafe	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633617	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 4:16 PM	1733881962	1749590200		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632708	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 12:07 PM	1733881878	1746378462		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458568810_1026702872539704_5128960842889323992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FCyr-1q7tpcQ7kNvgGkqSjb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAeRxBKfhbsD7nvNLGQddzjdHoyawzzlz7Py8G0mMo_Hg&oe=675ECFEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633539	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 12:38 PM	1733881958	1746380303		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632693	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 12:49 PM	1733881876	1746380995		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459644376_1213550616459165_5435572715139033757_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JQOjJz63qQEQ7kNvgH7LaDY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAEhXNQB8MIFY_kYchuE1wlYdLzrtiCo3ctVU4jbxew8Q&oe=675EB774	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632790	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/28/25, 9:26 AM	1733881884	1751120809		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581489640597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465935173_900627555372564_5510383866702119923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yN_RslYr1iYQ7kNvgGeipqu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYDV56oZ41MCuPcQ6rNNgnOIHO7kgwRyI45GR_rqi6P9Xw&oe=675EBDDB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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The clerk asked from the opposite side of the counter. ""Huh?"" I responded, looking dazed standing there. I was not paying much attention to what was going on, even though she was ready for my cooperation. ""Here, ma'am,"" she said, looking at me with an irritated expression as to my being spaced out. ""I need you to sign here, on the bottom line on this page where it reads 'Signature', then be sure to sign the next page as well."" I looked at the document she pushed toward me, noticing she had already signed it under 'County Court Clerk'. I reached out and took the pen she held out for me to take before I scribbled my name on the signature line of the first page. Then I proceeded to sign the second page. In this moment, I realized that was the hardest thing I ever had to do. I had hoped that by doing this, it would make a difference in my life for once. When I was finished, I placed the pen down on all the papers before me and slid them back across the counter. She took the small stack of papers, adding a few more before stapling it all together, stamping the back page of each copy, and then handing me back both sets. ""Here you go,"" she said next, handing them over. ""The next step will be for this to get signed by the judge. Then it will be official as long as there is no one to contest it. The whole process should be done in about 3 to 4 months at best. But if there are any issues, then it may take longer for your divorce to be completed. Do you want him to be served?"" ""Yes I would like that,"" I said timidly as I was quite nervous about my decision to do this legally. ""Ummm, where do I go to? To get a protective order?"" ""That will be just down the hall in Suite C,"" she said sternly. As I looked down at the papers I held delicately in my hands, I had an instant feeling of regret. When I turned away from her, she said something, catching my attention once more as she said, ""However, I do believe they are out for lunch, small town after all. Do you think you will be able to wait?"" ""No, I am afraid I really must be getting back home,"" I said, knowing he should be there by now. ""They will be there in about 45 minutes to an hour if you happen to change your mind,"" she said, turning to walk away from me. I left feeling guilty as I walked out of the clerk's office holding the 2 small stapled bundles of papers in my hands. For some strange reason, I thought everyone was looking at me, so I kept my eyes glued to the floor, making my way outside. I was very self-conscious at that point, so I hurried back home. I thought about what I was going to say when the time came. And, when I could get away to apply for the protective order next. Time seemed to pass like nothing when I finally pulled into my driveway. I looked around before opening the door. All seemed quiet around the house. Was he even here? I got out, slowly. He was nowhere to be seen. I walked inside, still listening intently for the slightest sound. Was he even here? However, when I walked into the living room from the kitchen, everything changed. Out of nowhere, came a fist flying toward my face, punching me square in the mouth. I screamed out in pain as I closed my eyes. I felt a hand firmly wrap around my neck, while my back was slammed up against the wall. ""What the Hell do you think you are doing?!"" Shane yelled at me. I gasped for air, trying to respond to him. ""What are you talking about?"" I managed to ask. That infuriated him, and he wrapped a second hand around my throat, squeezing tighter. I instinctively placed my hands on his wrists, trying to get him to let go. ""I am talking about you being at the courthouse today, Kelly Anne! You were filing for divorce! What makes you think you are going to get rid of me??!"" He harped at me sharply. ""What?!"" I asked him, shocked by his words. Who saw me? No, better yet, who could have told him?! I had only just left there and went straight home. He strangely loosened his grip slightly as I whispered. ""I don't understand."" ""How can you not understand?"" He scoffed, looking at me aggressively with an evil look in his eye. ""You're telling me, you didn't see Nadine?! She was there paying one of my fines. She looked right at you. She saw and heard everything you said."" He turned slightly away before glaring again. ""Oh yeah. You want me to be served by a deputy?! You know I have outstanding warrants. Were you planning on them picking me up at that time too?"" He finally let go of my throat, and grabbed both of my shoulders while raising his knee, before he thrust it in my stomach. I gasped for air as I landed on the floor, hard! He then reared his foot back, kicking me in the chest. I thought he split my sternum in two with the force of that blow. He wore steel-toed boots too. I coughed violently, wrapping my arms around my chest, and curling into a ball. He suddenly knelt before me, scowling while reaching for my right arm. I kept coughing as he snickered at me, ""I will make it to where you're not able to sign your name unless I do it for you."" He twisted my arm, trying to give it an Indian burn. But! He used such a grip, twisting each hand in the opposite direction at such a speed that he broke my arm! I screamed out with all my might. You would have thought he dropped a 10-ton beam on my arm. I was in so much pain I was sure the neighbors could hear me if they were paying attention. All of a sudden, Nadine rushed into the living room, screeching, ""The cops are coming!"" ""What!?"" He yelled, standing to his feet while turning to face her. ""How is that possible?"" ""I stayed there after she left, overhearing them run your name through the system,"" his sister said, glaring hatefully at me. ""They ended up calling in a deputy. They said you had warrants for forced entry, assault and battery, and domestic abuse."" He paced while I cradled my broken arm, trying to protect it, when he turned around to face me after hearing this news. In the distance, we could all hear the sound of sirens getting closer. She left the front door open when she rushed inside. He walked over to me, adding, ""If I'm going to go, then I should go out in style!"" He moved his leg back about to kick me. I thought he was going to kick me in the stomach again, but I was so wrong. He ended up kicking me in the face, breaking my nose. Any harder and he could have killed me. I was dazed, my vision going in and out. I could hear the sounds of shouting while everything around me was fuzzy. Come to find out, Nadine left the door wide open. When the deputies approached the door, they could see me lying there on the floor, bleeding all over. ""Freeze!"" I heard someone shout as my vision started to fade to black. What's going to happen now? 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2633884	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 5:51 PM	1733881980	1746399105		1987																										hunled.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️😍O que acontece a seguir👉Clique aqui para continuar lendo👉	🔥Mais grandes romances aqui🔥	https://hunled.com/market/buenovela/3?lpid=15216&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0561450262558E+14	Casa dos livros	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710409_1066786518560024_6896760833414571472_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9Qdhwmq3DogQ7kNvgHzMV11&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBzN-tjxEq9phGLJjF7leUhwKO9iBc_Dmh8WP73ixICTg&oe=675ED54D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		- Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. A Kelly, minha prima, roupou meu namorado Cláudio, quem eu namorava há 4 anos. Ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e os encontrei na minha cama! E agora, eles vão se casar. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras...... CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível No baile, um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim. Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Voltei pra mesa. - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na data marcada Mel foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. - Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. No final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta. - Perfeito. - Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. - Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Não precisa correr. Voltei à minha sala e sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. Desligou o telefone. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio. - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza.		Casa dos livros		17983	https://www.facebook.com/61558148557550/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633795	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 5:53 PM	1733881973	1746399197		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/mitsmr			160225016065	MIT Sloan Management Review	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469912503_8884816604939787_4833527967927647082_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O4Welnik3MgQ7kNvgHse9A9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYAOABfWYXfVHvBhNBc_qZNj3cqrbObNQhvFkeOosDjq6Q&oe=675EB6AA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Hermès is one of the world’s most admired brands, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship — as exemplified by the iconic Birkin and Kelly bags. Hermès has also achieved remarkable long-term business success. Nearly two centuries after the company’s founding as a workshop to craft horse harnesses for European nobility, Hermès today ranks among the 50 most valuable companies in the world. Sharon MacBeath, Hermès’s top HR leader, shares the company’s tactics for instilling culture. Click on the link in our bio to start reading.		MIT Sloan Management Review		108396	https://www.facebook.com/MITSloanManagementReview/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634084	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/4/25, 5:07 PM	1733881994	1746396474		1987																										seetickets.com	Book now			IMAGE	www.seetickets.com	The site requires JavaScript to be enabled! The browser you're using doesn't support JavaScript, or has JavaScript turned off. Try again with a browser that has JavaScript turned on. Learn More	https://bit.ly/3Zm9M30			2.4038902267948E+14	Synergy Concerts	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596998_1298797157802137_6925236235875569848_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8aIjNpG1_FIQ7kNvgGqiN4c&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYCVXeY_wUlrTyNqt1B64d-JFy9aD8yx8-_LMAp-CSBHIA&oe=675ECF84	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		On sale now 🚨 Super group THE HARD QUARTET featuring Stephen Malkmus, Emmett Kelly, Jim White, and Matt Sweeney at Glasgow Saint Lukes ---> https://bit.ly/3Zm9M30		Synergy Concerts		9629	https://www.facebook.com/synergyconcerts/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2634078	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/4/25, 6:02 PM	1733881993	1746399723		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633853	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 5:36 PM	1733881978	1746398161		1987																										elysekellybooks.com	Shop Now			DCO	FLASH SALE ALERT: 30% OFF ALMOST EVERYTHING!	Sale ends December 15th! Don't miss out!	https://elysekellybooks.com/			1.0116943840836E+14	Author Elyse Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584130_585768050496046_5689489207352184150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=a1le8nPwb7gQ7kNvgGjRqs3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYBtqRPoYWIpplbRs787lky-oXJG0VHDZMZHldAFDYbAMg&oe=675EC56F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spice up your holiday reading with steamy romance deals you can't resist! From motorcycle bad boys to billionaires, your next book boyfriend is waiting! ⏰ 7 DAYS ONLY: Dec 9-15 💋 30% OFF site-wide (some exclusions apply) ❤️ Feed your romance addiction for less Shop now before these steamy deals disappear! https://elysekellybooks.com		Author Elyse Kelly		517	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorElyseKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634080	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/29/25, 4:13 AM	1733881993	1751188418		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633559	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 3:01 PM	1733881959	1746388875		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUcfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469475445_913877340849575_1851613801733935817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1L0DYI_bHDMQ7kNvgH56Gd9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDwl1zifpOsE8Y3-bRcPGEVQxRE5eUltrvhWtSEaF7K4Q&oe=675EC86D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632746	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/7/25, 3:54 AM	1733881881	1749286481		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460961842_1481455489176821_6736918510859607760_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z3YUc9C2JxcQ7kNvgGRRZah&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBX4issU03kZHeLTyoB7tQLOy8qzmrsclDUcjrXagMXVA&oe=675EB380	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633756	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 6:56 PM	1733881971	1746403019		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	👉Get FREE chapters👈		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.8454367807876E+14	Worth reading	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469847904_1150028016621100_1451188665765576229_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ARfadlyrmWsQ7kNvgGEXszu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDiA38xeluN-67hPIy26Ox0VBa_T_Lgoee6z_KWsNX74A&oe=675EDAF9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I'm the daughter of a Beta, yet I've become a target of bullying at school. My brother watches it all unfold, but like everyone else, he remains indifferent. Yet I have a secret I'm determined to hide - My wolf and I is actually the top young warrior in our pack. On an ordinary afternoon, I was pushed down once again. A hard slap struck my face, and I felt blood dripping from my mouth. I glared at the school bully, Kelly, gritting my teeth as I asked her what I had done wrong this time. She tossed her golden hair, arrogantly ordering me to mind my own business and stop interfering with her punishment of those puppies. She and her friends laughed at me, mocking my attempts to protect other bullied kids. They called me "loser" and "fool", while the crowd joined in their laughter. Through the throng, I saw my dear Beta brother and other future leaders, who smirked like everyone else. They think if one can't handle a bit of hitting, he is too weak to be worth their time. I fought back tears, meeting Kelly’s gaze and challenged her on what was so great about bullying the weak. Another slap landed, more blood flowed, and my cheek began to swell. But it didn’t matter, I had my wolf to help me heal—this was my secret. I had bonded with my wolf six years earlier than my peers, and we trained hard. I just have to keep my head low, so that I can become an elite warrior and leave this sad pack forever. The next day, thanks to my wolf, my wounds had completely healed, and I was ready for training. It was the only place I didn’t have to worry about Kelly and her friends. I could be myself and stay unnoticed. But today, everything was changed by someone. A tall, confident blonde walked into the training ground like she owned the place. She introduced herself as Sierra. All the young males couldn't take their eyes off her during the practice, until our coach, Delta Kyle, raised his voice to command attention. He announced that I would face Sierra in a match to see if I could subdue her in 30 seconds. I was taken aback, but my wolf was not. Sierra was way stronger than me. My brother and his Alpha friend were there too, both shocked by Delta Kyle’s command. I heard a snarky high-pitched male voice cutting through, mixed with taunts of “loser” "impossible”, which caused a low chorus of agreement. A surge of adrenaline filled my body, and I could feel my wolf’s anger at the negativity. I asked her if we could win this fight. She didn’t answer, but a powerful energy surged through my limbs.		Worth reading		83	https://www.facebook.com/61558831166854/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633502	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/29/25, 9:28 AM	1733881954	1751207297		1987																										accrediteddebtrelief.com	Learn More			DCO	Fast & Easy Process	Accredited Debt Relief	https://www.accrediteddebtrelief.com/free-quote/fb/debt-solution-options/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{adset.name}}&affiliate_id=350&campaign_id=1792&utm_term={{ad.name}}&subid2={{site_source_name}}&subid3={{campaign.id}}&subid4={{adset.id}}&subid5={{ad.id}}&subid6={{placement}}			1.3358663673632E+14	Accredited Debt Relief	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689927_567196696060440_2930622567290539682_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qaVhR6AmB9UQ7kNvgFKTCp2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACjYO7RDvH-zsxlxIi0S18W&oh=00_AYCUne0K1jloRp_b0pL6soQS1f8J2Os9agXYqK04qjTHKQ&oe=675EA5A6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Keeping up with credit card payments is stressful. Debt consolidation can help, with one lower monthly payment. 🙂		Accredited Debt Relief		12180	https://www.facebook.com/AccreditedDebtRelief/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633861	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 6:13 PM	1733881978	1749078822		1987																										melissahunter.modern-realestateagents.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Get your FREE price update now 🏠📈	Do you know what your property is worth?	https://melissahunter.modern-realestateagents.com/home			1.1854056149827E+15	Melissa Hunter at Kelly Right Real Estate	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751774_1296443218028612_6519829500097058638_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B7NbLAWtiswQ7kNvgEP6XS1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYD6q8b_d2dRJ3-_87rga_4_H-4mr8B1k_yeoh0tdN9qdw&oe=675ECA1D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🏡 Hey Homeowners, how much is YOUR HOME worth in this current market? You may be interested to hear what the recent market activity has done to the value of your property. 📱📱 Click “Learn More” now to get your updated home value		Melissa Hunter at Kelly Right Real Estate		322	https://www.facebook.com/MelissaHuntereXp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633894	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:36 PM	1733881980	1748990216		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469492359_1699925553894086_3965439738619330507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_nFC3uq2wmQQ7kNvgFcsCeX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYDyF8ugD4qn-8BMuCpfF3RYFiGoGJn0VF-NkeKNrLJZAA&oe=675EC565	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633968	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:39 PM	1733881986	1748990370		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.5803282072534E+14	Beautiful Love Story	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469682408_585550490519932_1080454915137440750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SuehKfQmpE8Q7kNvgEPp6T-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYB_ebXHmK8t4TBHVujsOOYkD-EAT6_5yH7gBEJc5X6yAw&oe=675EB2CD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633799	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:55 AM	1733881973	1748937325		1987																										quantumconnections.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Become a Certified Leader!		https://quantumconnections.com/what-we-offer/certifications/safe-conversations-leader-certification/			2.8598836479611E+14	Quantum Connections	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469554379_549839761302802_6495876873182159197_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sauT7NbK-90Q7kNvgE2PziE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYAIKXXSQ43JWyrTuMdn8C0BwzZWWiqHfK_ncQ1YyXTtnw&oe=675EBA7D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Are you ready to elevate your client relationships and transform your practice into something truly exceptional? Maybe you’ve noticed it—that deeper level of connection in your coaching or counseling sessions that sometimes feels just out of reach. Now, picture a proven methodology that doesn’t just fill those gaps but turns every conversation into a powerful catalyst for connection and growth. Our Dialogue Training Institute offers a certification program in the Safe Conversations® Dialogue Methodology and Tools, empowering you to create lasting impact with every client. In a sea of trainings that overpromise and underdeliver, the Safe Conversations Leader Certification stands apart. It’s not just another certification—it's a strategic roadmap for coaches and counselors driven to achieve real, tangible growth. With over four decades of expertise from renowned relationship experts Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D., this training is rooted in neuro and quantum social sciences, offering you transformative skills that set you apart. Start the year strong with our first Leader Training Cohort of 2025, kicking off January 27th! Don’t miss this opportunity to propel your practice to its fullest potential—secure your seat today.		Quantum Connections		11081	https://www.facebook.com/QuantumConnectionsQC/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632781	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 2:56 AM	1733881883	1748937365		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581559260597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/466019119_1765128667359181_7410417031334063453_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FwScI4xMHMIQ7kNvgE3_Tew&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYCfMzZdZdZLHa1woRCMNEooL23XK-XuDBy8c5cu1pR_IQ&oe=675EBD92	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633820	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:50 AM	1733881975	1748937038		1987																										kellychiropractic.chirojump.com	Learn more			IMAGE	HOLISTIC REJUVENATION PROGRAM IN VENTURA👉		https://kellychiropractic.chirojump.com/holistic-rejuvenation-program-wl			4.4558624863139E+14	Kelly Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469933751_1119650789680689_5600495711845966501_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wEiKu95xQ3AQ7kNvgFEBXpx&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYDjCodvy42LHvmHE_7cXiaat1bdd_Lx-wNCMngHHrkh3A&oe=675EBD2D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ We're looking for 15 Locals ✨ who are looking to dramatically boost their health and wellness with our 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program! If you feel like your body is worn down, then this is for you. Here’s the deal: We’ve created a 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program designed to boost your health and wellness… BUT! We only have capacity to take on 15 new patients this month… …And our schedule could fill up quick with this post going out to tens of thousands of people. We focus on helping you feel more energized, younger, less stressed, and a whole lot more. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 42 days you will be AMAZED with the results. What you get: ❣️ Our “Nervous System Reset” to realign your spine, reduce inflammation, and help your nervous system function properly. You’ll have a pain-free body, increased mobility, and higher energy levels so you don’t feel drained after work. ❣️ Functional Movements that increase your mobility & ease your body aches which means you’ll spend less energy throughout your day to day activities (And have more energy to spend time with family, friends, and activities you love). ❣️ Actionable steps to see real improvements in your life and I’ll even hold you accountable to it which means you’ll see increased energy, less stress, and reduced aches. PLUS! Soft Tissue work to reset your worn body, release your fascia, and deep muscle tissue! This is for MOTIVATED PEOPLE ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where you feel like your body owns you, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. Click Learn More and Let's Get Started!		Kelly Chiropractic		3	https://www.facebook.com/61565563450034/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633790	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 12:58 PM	1733881973	1749059900		1987																										aldermanchevrolet.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Chevrolet, GMC Dealership in Rutland VT | Serving Rutland and Proctor | Alderman's Chevrolet GMC	Alderman's Chevrolet GMC of Rutland VT serving Proctor is one of the best Chevrolet, GMC dealerships in VT. Call Sales <span class='callNowClass'>802-779-0005</span>	http://www.aldermanchevrolet.com/			1.0097763340782E+14	Alderman's Chevrolet GMC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469844905_923544019880430_3367531528959281303_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g_pU5_vPhHQQ7kNvgF5PBTV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYAFDcqha9L_CmzGB5PVg6uAHJvnPx2P1KGqxQ8w_R6yvQ&oe=675EDC2C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Shoutout to Kelly & Anthony Simms for trusting us at Alderman's Chevrolet GMC! We hope your brand-new 2024 GMC Acadia Denali brings you endless miles of happiness and memories. Enjoy every drive!		Alderman's Chevrolet GMC		9067	https://www.facebook.com/AldermansChevroletGmc/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633323	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 7:10 AM	1733881932	1746447013		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469990227_1605309116749102_2839472762723192789_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BCouQaF6EOwQ7kNvgGuhWgY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDSaQ3agWQon7XRFIIu90r_horurLvYqMB0nB8-PPUs4A&oe=675EA799	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633098	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/7/25, 5:25 PM	1733881914	1749335148		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633917	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/2/25, 9:33 PM	1733881982	1746239614		1987																										pharmacy.amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Click to get your free bottle🎁	Prime members, subscribe to RxPass and get all of your eligible meds for just $5 a month.	https://KellyClarkson-keto-officialsales.us.com/KellyClarkson05?utm_source={{adset.id}}			2.5754690103574E+14	Health Center	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469711179_1125879198933092_5100936186044365099_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KoqJ34meVxoQ7kNvgFyLmJM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYB1JyGK4FJKjvE5Y2IEHdoZFvRYSzIkxAfUPlBGwDew2g&oe=675EDA96	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		💗 Kelly: A big shoutout to the amazing team at 🦈 for introducing me to this delicious 🍬 gummy! I'm excited to share some fantastic deals with my fans! 🎁		Health Center		2943	https://www.facebook.com/MaMiOyuncak/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632789	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/7/25, 8:41 PM	1733881884	1749346908		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581644670597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465999203_8640839155991671_6999760514111513870_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xtgELGUUmtMQ7kNvgH9L805&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYDDPW5ZG__3uMWJD3e9BgQg2DmYCXt65l42QRjYvIAtWA&oe=675EBB21	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633969	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:59 AM	1733881986	1748937572		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.5803282072534E+14	Beautiful Love Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469718230_1309758127120419_3326909859516310797_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QZezYd3skNgQ7kNvgF1496D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYDBej1RF--eF1EMFX0VFon8BTzkP_KHTJs6Vsr3A5IlFA&oe=675EC925	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633824	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:57 PM	1733881975	1748991454		1987																										kellychiropractic.chirojump.com	Learn more			IMAGE	HOLISTIC REJUVENATION PROGRAM IN VENTURA👉		https://kellychiropractic.chirojump.com/holistic-rejuvenation-program-wl			4.4558624863139E+14	Kelly Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780483_1548336042476688_4305483049416994152_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rn6bmd22zcMQ7kNvgHZzbmL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDj5ib3t1sZO233nlKPq-zM4zACqlu9Edg0BbC7Am5reQ&oe=675ED5B4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ We're looking for 15 Locals ✨ who are looking to dramatically boost their health and wellness with our 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program! If you feel like your body is worn down, then this is for you. Here’s the deal: We’ve created a 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program designed to boost your health and wellness… BUT! We only have capacity to take on 15 new patients this month… …And our schedule could fill up quick with this post going out to tens of thousands of people. We focus on helping you feel more energized, younger, less stressed, and a whole lot more. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 42 days you will be AMAZED with the results. What you get: ❣️ Our “Nervous System Reset” to realign your spine, reduce inflammation, and help your nervous system function properly. You’ll have a pain-free body, increased mobility, and higher energy levels so you don’t feel drained after work. ❣️ Functional Movements that increase your mobility & ease your body aches which means you’ll spend less energy throughout your day to day activities (And have more energy to spend time with family, friends, and activities you love). ❣️ Actionable steps to see real improvements in your life and I’ll even hold you accountable to it which means you’ll see increased energy, less stress, and reduced aches. PLUS! Soft Tissue work to reset your worn body, release your fascia, and deep muscle tissue! This is for MOTIVATED PEOPLE ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where you feel like your body owns you, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. Click Learn More and Let's Get Started!		Kelly Chiropractic		3	https://www.facebook.com/61565563450034/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634171	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 3:01 AM	1733881999	1748937715		1987																										donnakathrynkelly.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Donna Kathryn Kelly	Donna Kathryn Kelly is a poet, playwright, and novelist, and she is the author of The Cheney Manning Series.	http://www.donnakathrynkelly.com/			1.1375947515151E+14	The Descent: A Halloween Novel	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649322_1131564158306787_5671953150519763699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CPoPaw1R1RoQ7kNvgEpTUgm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYCWRbPABNtlBpe9zOj3vrXVqNlWt1wYTZrQYbrJv_WVuA&oe=675EB7BE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		In THE DESCENT: A Halloween Novel, six women attorneys are terrorized by a vengeful spirit over Halloween weekend in Oregon, Illinois. Order your paperback or hardcover copy of the novel at www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGL3S534 . THE DESCENT: A Halloween Novel was a semi-finalist in the 2023 Soon to be Famous Illinois Author Project Manuscript Contest.		The Descent: A Halloween Novel		252	https://www.facebook.com/donnakathrynkelly/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633433	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 3:03 AM	1733881949	1748937838		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633859	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 6:01 PM	1733881978	1748991710		1987																										melissahunter.modern-realestateagents.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Get your FREE price update now 🏠📈	Do you know what your property is worth?	https://melissahunter.modern-realestateagents.com/home			1.1854056149827E+15	Melissa Hunter at Kelly Right Real Estate	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469677059_1242040010395975_4674545725506459329_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yRBteU-Wrs8Q7kNvgG1HKsn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCa3usHm2Z9FGrg_A2A0gBofr5uaxlCY9NmNuxmegmygQ&oe=675EB222	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🏡 Hey Homeowners, how much is YOUR HOME worth in this current market? You may be interested to hear what the recent market activity has done to the value of your property. 📱📱 Click “Learn More” now to get your updated home value		Melissa Hunter at Kelly Right Real Estate		322	https://www.facebook.com/MelissaHuntereXp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632577	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/2/25, 12:24 AM	1733881863	1751433866		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460976856_556950840001441_1479650322339418213_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xUN37m8NrYMQ7kNvgFcF2HM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB5iZgYl3OcKAAgo8YCxs6m1GinddqfTZ6_eShciF9h1g&oe=675EBB31	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632742	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 12:20 AM	1733881881	1749100814		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460888670_426699159994963_6927780453717343510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3LRygzydUl8Q7kNvgFEClxE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBOLSKyqO4I4rFFgypurHfx90_rbAHidQP-ZL9IKhkHNQ&oe=675ED22D	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633489	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 12:48 AM	1733881953	1745646518		1987																										Amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Fiery Forbidden Romance in Kindle Unlimited 🔥		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGOOWJI?maas=maas_adg_59C4852843612A92CFECE8562C0AAC7C_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			1.0807030854263E+14	Hazel Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469703900_9295230497167965_7957433205742210760_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qf9JLSgDGbwQ7kNvgFZNQI1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABHKthG3gPMq-h1elEQs5vk&oh=00_AYCAcC6wpdVCeLyupTVFyOF5wOODIZYqlx34gFNGOnSYHQ&oe=675EA614	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I moved across the country to get away from her freckles, and now she’s on my doorstep asking for a place to crash. I can’t say no, but I can’t let her get comfortable either. Because my step-sister is off-limits. My mind knows it even when my body fights it. And our friends and family know it, too. Besides, she’s still unpredictable. Extraordinary. Innocent in all the ways I’m not. Maybe that’s why I can never tell whether I’m studying her or hunting her… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Taboo, sexy, and sweet at its core! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I clung to every word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good punch of lust, a heavy dose of love, and lots and lots of feels! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These characters had me smiling all day long! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning. Read Roommates today for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 🔥		Hazel Kelly		48	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHazelKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632683	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 10:47 AM	1733881874	1748965671		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459712650_1573936379870385_1009548735214622604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ArLzS_63YUgQ7kNvgE6D-c8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAzXVAr73NFwnDGl_Zd8Bv9cciVUAbO5w12nbPMHDIVSw&oe=675EABC7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633455	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 AM	1733881950	1749363552		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633808	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 AM	1733881974	1749363554		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469412091_575213298787622_1617160849511617589_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5CF1V68vjhcQ7kNvgEG33--&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBm-xqVVMOR9C6c88sSdw5sGGgQ3cSJFAZ2XslAqJYp4w&oe=675EAC33	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover the delightfully gripping new historical mystery series that's perfect for fans of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright and T E Kinsey. Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633570	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 AM	1733881959	1749363571		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUni53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642353_2259990911052899_4695191914448840448_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFgucSSNlwQQ7kNvgEvzaWz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCyY3YprF-AP4_tHJK_bT5E3zRMeAOWn27Ajpk81Z6F6A&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633506	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 AM	1733881954	1749363575		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGmezm9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxFqFUOVWKvUK9ZImEE2WOV&oh=00_AYAJWPH4FPYylD5LIwf7XZHNjjPro0Pr33eLD1HHLtq7XA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633605	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 AM	1733881961	1749363577		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633514	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 AM	1733881955	1749363582		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	4 Commercial Rafts for sale		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1785168468925173/			1.0071151258377E+14	Kelly Gossett		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		4 Commercial Rafts for sale - $1,500.00 I've got 4 rafts for sale. 1) Aire Tributary 12 SB ('self-bailing') w/3 thwarts $2100 2) Aire Tributary 12 SB w/2 thwarts $1900 3) Vortex 11.5 non self bailing rafts w/ 2 thwarts $1500. Only 40lbs. Sold with backpack system. 4) Vortex 11.5 non self bailing rafts w/ 2 thwarts $1500. Only 40lbs. Sold with backpack system. Will sell both Vortex rafts for $2750. Will sell both Aire Tributary 12s for $3750. The Aire Tributary 12s each have 2 sets of foot cups in the bow, 10 D-rings, 4 carry handles, and 3 chambers. I have photos of each exposed floor bladder (yellow) and will share all sets of photos by messenger when you inquire. The newer model Aire Tributary 12HDs retail for $3200, but there are some differences. The Aire Tributary 12s were the last American made models made at the Aire factory in Idaho, with the higher quality Ferrari PVC. If you do a Google search for Aire Ferrari PVC, you'll see several threads recommending the Ferrari PVC over the newer, less durable PVC. The newer Tributary 12s are made in China, with cheaper plastic to compete on price. Mine also have a much more durable knuckle thwart configurations, whereas the newer Aire Tributarys use a cam strap to hold the thwarts in place. The Vortex brand is the predecessor to the Star Starlite 12 sold by NRS for $2200 ish. However, they've used a heavier plastic, bringing the weight to around 100lbs; these weigh just over 40lbs and can be mounted to a backpack system (included) to access remote locations not possible with any other commercial grade raft. I have ~5-8 photos of each raft and will send them via messenger to serious buyers. Located in Rinconada, NM Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Gossett		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Gossett-100711512583774/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633865	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:20 AM	1733881978	1749363618		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469646802_535081762859287_2689872296460655235_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jH74APyVNOkQ7kNvgGiKses&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCizkcBJOgvsnnL1V3FaoK9BECXGbHLNgm5fZ7IHs8bSQ&oe=675ED2D3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632583	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 1:13 AM	1733881864	1745647987		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460810830_386022504546583_4449310275471778756_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=laaRFEVt26sQ7kNvgGderS5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCS_aZHTgh_8DdN6BqbtdLp7VUkxmWlocSRRsX4Zob6OQ&oe=675ED132	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632936	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 1:15 AM	1733881897	1745648158		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2024 CLOSE OUTS ON SALE starting at		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/543164425013009/			8.0789662625231E+14	Michael Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469527494_4669193016639674_4755264018544464760_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qJs5lG0F17YQ7kNvgGM-0oU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYB4HL65aMMVz7I0yJT2X-ZnPzW-ZUDQBNzToRQRqiglyQ&oe=675ED6B6	REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2024 CLOSE OUTS ON SALE starting at - $2,200.00 2024 CLOSEOUTS UTILTY 3.5k Axles 76x14 SA w/ DT $2,200.00 76x14 SA 2' Mesh w/ DT $2,500.00 83x14 SA ATV $2,500.00 UTILITY 2-3.5k Axles 76x14 TA 2' Mesh w/DT $3,600.00 76x16 TA w/ DT $3,100.00 83x16 TA ATV $3,500.00 Car / Equip Hauler 2-5.2k Axles 82x20 Slide in Ramps $4,500.00 82x20 Fold up Ramps $4,600.00 82x22 HALF TILT $5,500.00 FINANCING AVAILABLE LOCATED AT Sanders Motor Co 1509 US Hwy 117s Goldsboro, NC ##9199200776## Facebook Marketplace		Michael Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Michael-Kelly-807896626252308/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633657	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 1:15 AM	1733881965	1745648159		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2017 GMC Sierra · Sierra 1500 Crew Cab		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1105870627729502/			1.0198031551252E+14	Robert Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2017 GMC Sierra · Sierra 1500 Crew Cab - $23,500.00 2017 gmc Sierra 1500 elevation Clean truck lifted with a 3 inch leveling kit sitting on Cali off-road 22in wides with new vemon power 33,12.5 xt off-road tires Truck is my daily driver and has been used as such Mechanical sound with routine checkups and oil changes(previously a fleet vechicle) 80600 miles of time of listing will go up 5% tint on whole truck,sun strip on front windshield Bed liner truck bed along with foldable bed cover (Some rust on rocker panels will sell with new color matched rocker panel covers) Price is obo Facebook Marketplace		Robert Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Robert-Kelly-101980315512518/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632999	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 1:33 AM	1733881904	1749364423		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/metrotech08			1.0744212429561E+14	metrotech08	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/404349274_731192945020414_2012376479357568815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=SGlWrHyaAFIQ7kNvgF4Pz5u&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCa1ntjtVHTUDK8Jf84FTJqq2u376liN3WwuFeV9IbP6Q&oe=675EA3DB	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				metrotech08		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/metrotech08	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632592	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 1:21 AM	1733881865	1745648475		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633039	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 1:45 AM	1733881909	1745649921		1987																										news-living-better.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Forget theories, use psychology	Descrição	https://www.news-living-better.com/renewedmarriageprotocol			4.5558091431203E+14	Jenifer Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470051608_1817118385696082_5404474074582308466_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zdFj4b-CALkQ7kNvgEAWyJh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYBOyXZDUI42U8U8w4TKHuPXJNuXPfFjGTeexf3ndBxapA&oe=675EBE53	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		How to Revive Your Relationship Using Psychology and Build a Lasting Marriage in Just 15 Days.		Jenifer Kelly		5	https://www.facebook.com/61568504680330/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633494	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:42 AM	1733881954	1749364955		1987																										view.flodesk.com	Download			IMAGE	Feed Your Family Fast	Beginners and experts use Flodesk to grow their business. Design emails and forms that look great on any device. Try it free.	https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61698bcf74d564fa09f3f4b2			5.2240950094519E+14	Kelly Meinke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469614812_2885674308260388_3787488788909127093_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eT456vmkdx0Q7kNvgFwN3Yx&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Axpo3hBzMrLzz9Z2MgHnK5T&oh=00_AYCK6y5tULesuO9WMHw-zKeMEbdUewuHBGEsLd7Nv60Wlw&oe=675EB717	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Overwhelmed by trying to plan nutritious meals your kids will actually eat? Tired of the whining at dinner time? I’ve got what you need, Mama! These recipes were chosen by my kids and are designed to feed the largest families without lots of time in the kitchen or spending all your cash at the grocery store. Win-win!		Kelly Meinke		65	https://www.facebook.com/61568994636195/	0		DOWNLOAD								View Edit Delete
2633273	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 1:57 AM	1733881929	1745650638		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633544	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:44 AM	1733881958	1749365045		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889055_925494726330984_7041274904964550884_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Tv0PNGlvI8Q7kNvgF23Rep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB1Ex_fUc8F2Wl-njK8823J5V_3nFQMpfgdc5Kjfs9WAg&oe=675EABC8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633818	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 2:12 AM	1733881975	1745651539		1987																										facebook.com	Like Page			IMAGE	Kelly Smith.		https://www.facebook.com/132017083332403			1.320170833324E+14	Kelly Smith.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469924758_887346260240468_1530001622247217381_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JT7MAB8H7r0Q7kNvgGoRVio&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYCkCZJPUPG3fMSGz1oek5J2zc0fdHTctY76gU1a_Jugfw&oe=675EAFCA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Today is my Birthday, But no one wished me yet 🥹🥺		Kelly Smith.		91	https://www.facebook.com/61551766005231/	0		LIKE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633766	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 2:19 AM	1733881971	1745651990		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633101	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 3:48 AM	1733881914	1745657320		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2632589	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 3:00 AM	1733881865	1749369637		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632964	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 4:32 AM	1733881899	1745659957		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469902357_1168110691982317_5480454298639632361_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bI61dl5y-BwQ7kNvgG-OS9L&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYCBwJJ0ATFK7CdNVvV9mu-7FQFH1yXBEdHawgVuWNj5DQ&oe=675EC70E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632608	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 4:45 AM	1733881867	1749375942		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459181918_1590259071615106_1149023035939670505_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fIyhFQk2gIAQ7kNvgEvHMbd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDIkINDgZvkKPFG2F02iDmBfu5ww4OHv5BI_6H4RYB3FA&oe=675EA3F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633858	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881978	1749371223		1987																										elysekellybooks.com	Shop Now			DCO	FLASH SALE ALERT: 30% OFF ALMOST EVERYTHING!	Sale ends December 15th! Don't miss out!	https://elysekellybooks.com/			1.0116943840836E+14	Author Elyse Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469899549_1285585582451299_5599808609530847900_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LhHd8tmQd7QQ7kNvgGKrCYS&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYALscf85TnLc-ZOh_0RRwWP8uu2WwRBqrOp_5WJVu58gw&oe=675ECDBE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spice up your holiday reading with steamy romance deals you can't resist! From motorcycle bad boys to billionaires, your next book boyfriend is waiting! ⏰ 7 DAYS ONLY: Dec 9-15 💋 30% OFF site-wide (some exclusions apply) ❤️ Feed your romance addiction for less Shop now before these steamy deals disappear! https://elysekellybooks.com		Author Elyse Kelly		517	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorElyseKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633837	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881976	1749371238		1987																										am.ticketmaster.com/purdue	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Save on "Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300"	Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.	https://am.ticketmaster.com/purdue/promotional-page?id=Mzg1			19926223060	Purdue Convocations	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825206_1916239572201984_7417768929703193500_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=inA3335yeMwQ7kNvgEgmu4k&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDe3jcyz9Ecw294seiGM22-wIQ_PUR695ri-soHgUJHZw&oe=675EDBE6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.		Purdue Convocations		16581	https://www.facebook.com/PurdueConvocationsIN/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633811	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881974	1749371249		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469314871_2023938384694021_4408693261504997631_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NGylbsp2rLcQ7kNvgGWBBK9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYDxU3AmJGUj7wwtsHWcKmfzi83VHr8Pp8YBH5GuVQuSlQ&oe=675EA9C1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover the delightfully gripping new historical mystery series that's perfect for fans of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright and T E Kinsey. Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633814	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881975	1749371252		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469509754_3409261676044597_4782444729072931709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EgNnnTD9sYgQ7kNvgEKjg_m&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBuPbxGqGQSSkHJ2xaxk60SM0VLOoz0Gd7I1JpBsCpDhQ&oe=675EB7AC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633796	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881973	1749371268		1987																										absolutestone.com	Learn more			VIDEO			https://absolutestone.com/request-an-appointment/?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Ad&utm_campaign=Appointments&utm_id=Absolute+Stone+Appointments			3.3432326663917E+14	Absolute Stone Corporation	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469844049_1264442144671233_3636754922109901463_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aabLoXyuZW0Q7kNvgHpLW_r&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYCEWB_usrs44pveA2oIXq7Dv31gfDjJmX9vf2gbEcg2Sg&oe=675EC447	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The perfect kitchen starts with the perfect stone. ✨ Home by Thorne Cope Interior Design. Contact us at info@Absolute-Stone.com or 984-217-4414 to request an appointment to visit our showroom. #CaryNC #RaleighNC #ApexNC #TriangleHomes #RaleighHomes #RaleighRemodel #AbsoluteStoneNC #AbsoluteStone #HomeDesign #InstagramHomes #InteriorDesign #ModernHomes #HomeGoals #HomeRenovation #NaturalStone #DreamKitchen #KitchenRemodel #KitchenRefresh		Absolute Stone Corporation		1360	https://www.facebook.com/absolutestonecorp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633786	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:29 AM	1733881973	1749371345		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469423744_1373347660308896_2391718713736358216_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ylZd0YHZzyYQ7kNvgGcB54y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYC5vaqYe9Ofe5UNtLfsq7507QJGUrtSSxpE2QXP_Kl1xg&oe=675ECFF4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633770	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:39 AM	1733881971	1749371946		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469437856_506147029135888_6283759152964301688_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OlRvBW5vg8cQ7kNvgGgVueP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDcUmxKUqKx0RKukd3dB1QGj4IfHBEzlTEiwOVgXZQd7A&oe=675EBDAF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633857	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 5:58 AM	1733881978	1749380282		1987																										elysekellybooks.com	Shop Now			DCO	FLASH SALE ALERT: 30% OFF ALMOST EVERYTHING!	Sale ends December 15th! Don't miss out!	https://elysekellybooks.com/			1.0116943840836E+14	Author Elyse Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469899549_1285585582451299_5599808609530847900_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LhHd8tmQd7QQ7kNvgGKrCYS&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYALscf85TnLc-ZOh_0RRwWP8uu2WwRBqrOp_5WJVu58gw&oe=675ECDBE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spice up your holiday reading with steamy romance deals you can't resist! From motorcycle bad boys to billionaires, your next book boyfriend is waiting! ⏰ 7 DAYS ONLY: Dec 9-15 💋 30% OFF site-wide (some exclusions apply) ❤️ Feed your romance addiction for less Shop now before these steamy deals disappear! https://elysekellybooks.com		Author Elyse Kelly		517	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorElyseKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634040	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/8/25, 5:46 AM	1733881990	1749379597		1987																										instagram.com	Send message			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/michelleejohnsonre			1.0575815198616E+14	MichelleJohnsonre	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469663569_560575393624055_6957587601838837972_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=71PL0tkupo0Q7kNvgFZqF9M&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYDh7k7U_jxQzzjNhkLaGhKlNXQ3w8ne56oj5-1_DwRqUw&oe=675ED38C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Visit Covell Village Professional Office Park for a look at two available office suites. Both feature Beautiful finishes with four different offices, a conference room, a breakroom with a kitchenette, a receptionist area, and a restroom for a total of 1500 SF. Plenty of storage as well as pull up parking. This high-end beautiful office park is located at Covell and Kelly in Edmond. Close to Uptown Grocery, Pepperoni Grill, Prime TFCU Bank, Covell Post Office, Garage Burgers, Hunny BunnyBiscuit Company, Liv Medical Spa, Mitch Park. You couldn’t dream up a better location! DM me @michelleejohnsonre for details.		MichelleJohnsonre		47	https://www.facebook.com/100076350864358/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633199	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 12:50 PM	1733881924	1746467452		1987																											Call now			VIDEO	DON'T MISS SAVANNA CHESTNUT THIS SATURDAY!					1.9605395390253E+14	Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469956318_9097365710286052_4296614234713762910_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=meS3qXY5k68Q7kNvgH9J9LU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYDKjKqGkp3cAYxfr0biFX1aEC_k7gkn4gFeKBYXu4Hxog&oe=675EAD55	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Savanna Chestnut started singing as a little girl in her grandparents bar! Her love of music has taken her all over the country, from dive bars, fairs, festivals and rodeos, to season 20 of The Voice on NBC where she was chosen by Blake Shelton! Savanna has won over audiences with her unique, yet nostalgic country style. SATURDAY SHE WILL BE AT Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures !!!!! Savanna has won multiple songwriting contests and has been nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year at the Rocky Mountain Country music awards 4 times. She has shared the stage with acts such as Gary Allan, Sara Evans, Justin Moore, Eli Young Band, Reckless Kelly, Granger Smith, Tanya Tucker, Jason Boland, Ned Ledoux and many others. She has 3 studio albums of original music available on all streaming platforms!		Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures		9810	https://www.facebook.com/dirtygirladventures/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632600	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 6:01 AM	1733881866	1749380515		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459579679_1989502094899626_4310242559722517191_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CwQxnalKvfQQ7kNvgGeibJD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYAzEdvmlVx4LV7PbuD5YYlMvV9wYNo0oxswJ1cawjqKLw&oe=675EB736	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632993	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 7:26 AM	1733881902	1745670396		1987																										holliekunesh.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Hollie Kunesh, Birth Doula and Massage Therapist	Organic Bath + Body Products	http://www.holliekunesh.com/			1.1064795539645E+14	Hollie Kunesh	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469865106_952221270143386_4990202709202968912_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RwykmVMZJgoQ7kNvgHZLJRI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYCC7t5U8Ne17kOi4tHPaeh-icqcxxyk_A9aalS9dYY4eA&oe=675EA6E2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Hello friends!! If you're local to the Waterville, Maine area and would love the opportunity to shop your favorite Hippie Hollie Body Products this holiday season, please grab a friend or two and stop by during the POP UP SHOP!! . You'll also have chance to shop for some delightful items from Kelly Jo Merrill of Sacred Tide - farm & apothecary as well as have a 15 minute Intuitive reading with Deb McCallum Klane if you'd like!! We'll have the tea kettle on so you can enjoy a hot beverage while you visit 💓 . Now for the important thing - parking. There is on street parking on Dalton, Nudd, and Winter Street as we as parking at the Hall School on Pleasant Street...walk and use the entrance on Nudd Street and just come on in during pop up hours. If you've never been to the Hippie Hollie House and need more directions please reach out -- looking forward to seeing you! Please feel free to share and bring others with you 💓 Get-togethers are so fun and I'm looking forward to this one!		Hollie Kunesh		254	https://www.facebook.com/hkunesh/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633182	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 7:27 AM	1733881922	1745670424		1987																										wildandking.com	Shop Now			DCO		Cute Pygmy Hippo Bag Charm , Get ready to be the center of attention with this Baby Hippo Bag Charm! It's like wearing a fun little "look at me" bracelet right on your bag. These adorable hippos are not only cute, but they're here to bring all the drama. Handmade with love for perfect uniqueness, th...	https://wildandking.com/products/pygmy-hippo-bag-charm			3.4792420174544E+14	Wild And King	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469779757_612138094592349_7557277464580670213_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OoApHG2T4w4Q7kNvgHiGFSH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYBVjHGXhmWODK0JSSQP9fTrYpY2xGs0NFaPHDsDWxikWA&oe=675EB049	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cute Moo-Deng Bag Charm , Get ready to be the center of attention with this Baby Hippo Bag Charm! It's like wearing a fun little "look at me" bracelet right on your bag. These adorable hippos are not only cute, but they're here to bring all the drama. Handmade with love for perfect uniqueness, this Bag Charm will have heads turning faster than a hippo diving into water! Perfect for anyone as bold as a hippo and who loves a fun, bold bag Charm. Wear them on your bag. #hermes #birkin #chanel #gucci #hermeskelly #louisvuitton #hermesbirkin #dior #hermesbag #kelly #fashion #hermeslover #prada #lv #luxury #bagcha#balenciaga #hermesaddict #s #ysl #herm #ootd #bag #style #hermesparis #hermesconstance #bagcharms #versace #bagcharm #hermesbags		Wild And King		68	https://www.facebook.com/61563475551070/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634052	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 7:43 AM	1733881992	1745671410		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633457	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 7:44 AM	1733881951	1745671492		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633983	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	7/3/25, 10:20 AM	1733881987	1751556007		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/464687718_1085816636539909_6410827365429097444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xbMZ0O0cFPsQ7kNvgFFWYTW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYCNL8vFti0agz_vuVhaCZD3tRvAioWEPZP5ZLn3coAEMQ&oe=675EC5CD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2632594	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 1:33 PM	1733881865	1749062008		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633404	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 1:14 PM	1733881948	1749060880		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634120	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 1:16 PM	1733881996	1749060967		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469306888_987237520114561_744859792208225573_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=u29lUt2XOMAQ7kNvgGcycdP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYAwSx7tO4N787UuLL6CwS-XppyeaZ4KbX03pLTX2Vk25w&oe=675ED30A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633237	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 8:50 AM	1733881926	1745675414		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633282	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 9:19 AM	1733881929	1745677161		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633249	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 1:05 PM	1733881927	1749751558		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633444	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 1:33 PM	1733881950	1745692436		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633583	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 4:04 PM	1733881960	1746479046		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUXi53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568841_962156435764486_620044360885646165_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3syBx8qra1sQ7kNvgHRjwG7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDE3VsuozBvAZNrku0qRVEP13Js8X1YPKpYO7YMhpaQvw&oe=675EA759	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632899	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 11:14 AM	1733881894	1745684087		1987																										youtube.com				IMAGE	WHERE IS JESUS: Pastor David speaking at Valley View Mennonite church in Spartansburg, PA		https://youtu.be/LQxlA2n1Se0?si=uLAjvcyAk7jhpvrB			1.1482626484305E+14	Davidand Kelly SchweitzerTaylor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469921551_626366713406987_6614821737031920875_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=A0kYQGNPcHcQ7kNvgG8hbKs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYBpIFaTkq8Z6NTVeXVBZtLr166FqWmSe_5G8rN3pQmsBg&oe=675EA9B6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		WHERE IS JESUS: Pastor David speaking at Valley View Mennonite church in Spartansburg, PA https://youtu.be/LQxlA2n1Se0?si=uLAjvcyAk7jhpvrB		Davidand Kelly SchweitzerTaylor		1785	https://www.facebook.com/TGOBpastorandwifePDKT/	0										View Edit Delete
2633642	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 12:55 AM	1733881964	1749621358		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632949	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:19 AM	1733881898	1749395981		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2016 Ford f550 dump truck/ plow/spreader/landscaping/ 6.7 diesel		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1117311869754990/			1.1016049791422E+14	Lizeth Flores		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2016 Ford f550 dump truck/ plow/spreader/landscaping/ 6.7 diesel - $58,900.00 2015 Ford F550 Dump Truck/ Plow/Spreader 6.7 Diesel. - Millage: 117k - Brand New Dump bed/box ! - Truck Is Excellent Conditions, everything works on it no visible or mechanical issues. - Tuck Starts right on! - The interior is in pretty good conditions. 8/10 - 4x4 - No CDL required. GVWR 19,500 - Champion Brand Hoist - All functions of dump truck work great, very easy to work. Hit the PTO switch and go! - 12ft x 8ft x 4ft brand new custom made dump box. - No Check Engine Light!! - 6.7 Power Stoke Diesel Engine - Really clean truck ! - Power stroke sounds beautiful ! - Cruise control ! - Cold AC ! - PTO equipped. - 6 Speed Automatic Transmission - Hydraulic Brakes - Strobe Lights - Trailer Brake Assist - Tires are in great shape (look at pics) - Clean blue title - Ready to make some money !! - Plow or Swiper attachment equipped - Truck can be viewed and tested at our shop in Houston. I'm Open to offers, let me know!! Make me an offer !! Open to trades ! Hablo español ( abierto a cualquier oferta! Acepto cambios !) Electrical equipment, Digger, Communication equipment, F750, f650, f550, f450, Work truck, Utility equipment, Pole installation, Telephone equipment, Cable equipment, Electrical Pole, bucket truck, boom truck, Diesel Engine , Boom, Auger, bits, kelly bar, utility truck, pole truck, digger truck, crane, boom truck, dump truck, dirt work, concrete work, Landscaping Facebook Marketplace		Lizeth Flores		0	https://www.facebook.com/Lizeth-Flores-110160497914216/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632935	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:19 AM	1733881897	1749395986		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2024 ON SALE NEW 7 x 22 half tilt 10k		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1071733301178100/			8.0789662625231E+14	Michael Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469948863_1103788717759771_4209002674636074745_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4JiVznmi4GoQ7kNvgH8H5cG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYAOgb9GYEfhVwYzntpXEALMTpYUEMgisv2OmWrEKqTDog&oe=675ED2D0	REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2024 ON SALE NEW 7 x 22 half tilt 10k - $5,950.00 NEW NOLAN Mfg. Car / Equip Hauler Half Tilt 82"' x 22' : 5/16" Coupler Adjustable, 5" A-Frame Channel Wrap Tongue, 4" Cross Members, 10k 2-5200 # Axles, Dual Brakes, Brake away kit, 15" Steel Wheel, Stake Pockets, Rub Rail, PT Wood, LED Lights, Side Wind Jack ON SALE $5,950.00 CASH does not include Tax and Tag NO DOC FEES or No Money Down.. Payments as low as $225.00 a month w/ no money down (WAC) Includes Tax and Tags Located at SANDERS MOTOR CO 1509 US Hwy 117s Goldsboro, NC ##9199200776## sandermotorcompany.com Facebook Marketplace		Michael Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Michael-Kelly-807896626252308/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633602	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 11:23 AM	1733881961	1745684609		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633792	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 1:49 PM	1733881973	1745693381		1987																														IMAGE						49911357499	Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469739551_1959554371215490_3685357658355763546_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sx6YZeHbX3EQ7kNvgGJ28jz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYDHMF0KM7SaeA7y8G5P75iACKkU_OQvrflFmxVHwqpUSg&oe=675EBD67	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We are honored to announce a $500,000 grant from Quantum Foundation to support architectural planning and design for the African American Museum and Research Library (AAMRL). Quantum Foundation's mission is to inspire and fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents. “[...] We are proud to support the African American Museum and Research Library, which serves as a powerful reminder of our shared history and furthers our ongoing commitment to this area.” - Eric Kelly, President of Quantum Foundation Read More: heyor.ca/es1jxI		Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties		4172	https://www.facebook.com/cfpbmc/	0										View Edit Delete
2632916	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:28 AM	1733881896	1749396514		1987																										www.cdmplus.com	Learn more			VIDEO	CDM+ Church and Non-Profit Management Software		https://www.cdmplus.com/schedule-demo			1.2425167524574E+15	CDM+ Church and Nonprofit Management Software	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470060077_562748183236065_4754930116599513089_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4D6DpJyb1M4Q7kNvgGugk-Y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYAtHAK6V3NhmXTl9RO3F5KkTBBNdJH2VyWCIQ8yucjg8g&oe=675EBC73	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover how CDM+ provides a secure and user-friendly solution for checking children in and out of your Sunday School or nursery in this Discover What's Possible webinar. Schedule a demo: https://www.cdmplus.com/schedule-demo		CDM+ Church and Nonprofit Management Software		695	https://www.facebook.com/cdmplus.software/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633627	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 11:43 AM	1733881962	1745685802		1987																										realtor.com				CAROUSEL	44079 W Stonecreek Rd	Maricopa, AZ | $489,900	https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/44079-W-Stonecreek-Rd_Maricopa_AZ_85139_M14991-20261?cid=local_expert_city_rdc&lex_assetId=02i5f00000GqkmfAAB&lex_advertiserId=1493197&lex_id=eab3afec-2665-4780-99a5-75c9c46883ca			5.4330459902868E+14	Ted & Kelly Anderson HomeSmart Success	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889604_555826677409625_6689449894114457155_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6EqqE3Pajp8Q7kNvgEQU8cm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCw8ySQvOl5GOMDSDowHUhsxjxfSJC-GNxFSg3EiTdl2w&oe=675EC1B5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Maricopa, AZ | $489,900		Ted & Kelly Anderson HomeSmart Success		407	https://www.facebook.com/homesmart.success/	0										View Edit Delete
2633472	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 11:46 AM	1733881951	1745686018		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633751	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 11:18 PM	1733881970	1745900310		1987																										fb.me	Get offer			VIDEO	5 Limited Slots Left for this Month	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1026+ reviews	http://fb.me/			1.035116781357E+14	Backfit Health & Spine - Gilbert	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469928693_558234703510975_4495883335298228919_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yYdTKV7bip0Q7kNvgHPZyad&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBBS-ubtxvtlvESlivQ-Ec8p9kir564dVUaARO69aS3Iw&oe=675EAA55	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 Say Goodbye to Back Pain! Experience Relief with Spinal Decompression Therapy 🌟 📢 Attention, Back Pain Sufferers! Don’t let discomfort hold you back any longer. Discover the remarkable benefits of our Spinal Decompression Therapy. 🙌 ✅ Picture yourself enjoying a pain-free life, moving with ease and vitality. Our expert team will provide you with a personalized Decompression Consultation, Examination, MRI Review, X-Ray, Review of Findings, and a Decompression Session for only $47. 🩺💆‍♂️ 🔍 Research shows that our non-invasive therapy is effective in relieving back pain, herniated discs, and sciatica. 💡✨ 🌍 Located conveniently in your area, our clinic welcomes both men and women aged 35-65 seeking lasting relief. 📍 💪 Don’t let pain dictate your life. Take the first step toward a pain-free future. Click the link below to claim this exclusive offer now! ⏰💥 👉 Claim Offer Now! Limited availability. 👈 🎯 Our mission is to help you regain control and live life to the fullest. Say goodbye to back pain today! 💯💆‍♀️		Backfit Health & Spine - Gilbert		210	https://www.facebook.com/100064317423551/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633170	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 12:51 PM	1733881919	1745689860		1987																										AWD Members’ Salon Exhibit • Donors Gallery	INTERESTED			EVENT	AWD Members’ Salon Exhibit • Donors Gallery	AWD Members’ Salon Exhibit November 29 – January 25, 2025 December 13, 5–8pm: Reception and Art Walk January 10, 5–8pm: Reception and Art Walk Join us for this year’s salon-style AWD Member Showcase, just in time for the festive holiday gift-buying season. This incredible exhibition highlights the creative talent of the Art Works Downtown members throughout the Underground Gallery, Founders’ Gallery, and Donors’ Gallery. Donors’ Gallery Artists Adolfo Medved, Annie Bates-Winship, Arthur Norcome, Barbara Rockhold, Diane D Amil, Eric Kelly, Gordon Sizelove, Jenny Blackburn, Laura Kamian McDermott, Raymond L. Haywood, Rebecca Wallerstein, Richard Weinberger, Ruta Lauciene, Sanda Manuila, Thomas A. Wornson, Will Toft	https://www.facebook.com/events/916681983767791/			51940031274	Art Works Downtown	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469820414_1261738345159318_2360644361757661239_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mNiHHMSV8Q4Q7kNvgFtysI1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYBYpD1kiP5cwtWZ9OKYdZqai0ubPFQNts1ETQjFWW6mRg&oe=675ECD07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		AWD Members’ Salon Exhibit November 29 – January 25, 2025 December 13, 5–8pm: Reception and Art Walk January 10, 5–8pm: Reception and Art Walk Join us for this year’s salon-style AWD Member Showcase, just in time for the festive holiday gift-buying season. This incredible exhibition highlights the creative talent of the Art Works Downtown members throughout the Underground Gallery, Founders’ Gallery, and Donors’ Gallery. Donors’ Gallery Artists Adolfo Medved, Annie Bates-Winship, Arthur Norcome, Barbara Rockhold, Diane D Amil, Eric Kelly, Gordon Sizelove, Jenny Blackburn, Laura Kamian McDermott, Raymond L. Haywood, Rebecca Wallerstein, Richard Weinberger, Ruta Lauciene, Sanda Manuila, Thomas A. Wornson, Will Toft		Art Works Downtown		3076	https://www.facebook.com/ArtWorksDowntown.SanRafael/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2632994	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 11:06 AM	1733881902	1749398760		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/metrotech08			1.0744212429561E+14	metrotech08	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/404349274_731192945020414_2012376479357568815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=SGlWrHyaAFIQ7kNvgF4Pz5u&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCa1ntjtVHTUDK8Jf84FTJqq2u376liN3WwuFeV9IbP6Q&oe=675EA3DB	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				metrotech08		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/metrotech08	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633210	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 3:39 PM	1733881924	1745699953		1987																										www.smithtownredlighttherapy.com	Learn more			VIDEO	$47 Body Contouring Package		http://www.smithtownredlighttherapy.com/discovery-smithtown			2.148305625435E+15	Integrative Family Acupuncture & Massage Therapy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629844_582780167947113_4032837343201094055_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J7-9RwAVRZsQ7kNvgGK8iVs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYCutIihm5audRf_ZkzlPi5aLoxVplSE4pmd5piE2Rw05w&oe=675ED345	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		ATTN: Long Island Ladies! We’re looking for 16 women to undergo our Full Figure Body Contouring Program Get Our New Client Only Special on Red Light Body Contouring Program ⚠️ Offer ending soon… Tap to Learn More... ⤵️ *New Clients Only		Integrative Family Acupuncture & Massage Therapy		2695	https://www.facebook.com/ifamilywellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633107	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 3:39 PM	1733881915	1745699958		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634001	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 4:16 PM	1733881988	1745702175		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469070093_486924090496939_6162315150457945552_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=foL0dnZjMyoQ7kNvgEhbrM0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYAf1GgwTH6HL0QpXX01Blx64O7f8gknUlfH4jCWfnQLcA&oe=675EC03D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633295	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 8:09 PM	1733881930	1746493779		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633254	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 8:10 PM	1733881927	1746493807		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633216	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 8:13 PM	1733881924	1746493991		1987																										publicity.joyreels.com	Watch more			VIDEO	😍😍Sé que no debería... 🔞🔞pero con el tiempo se está volviendo irresistible. - Sometiéndome al padre de mi mejor amiga		https://publicity.joyreels.com/?channel=facebook&link_id=590680&language=es&pixel_id=450333323349111&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ori_campaign_id=120215361331730040&ori_adset_id=120215361371060040&ori_ad_id=120215361384180040			1.0840134569124E+14	JoyReels	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469643364_2851624678346041_2986799721398003734_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8iX1UEO2jeYQ7kNvgHfotXr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYDEmuYU21hfaIs9Wj1xcKrNipIJgqzfSaKwbsw8pXiphg&oe=675EC09F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		💕💕✨Dominante director ejecutivo y desafiante estudiante universitaria💃 Él es el padre de su mejor amiga, un jefe dominante que saborea su soltería tras el divorcio. Ella, transformada por la traición, ha pasado de ser una chica inocente a una mujer de irresistible atractivo. Al reencontrarse después de seis años de separación, el calor entre ellos estalla en un incendio que amenaza con consumirlos a ambos. Sin embargo, ella se niega a ser una mera presa en este juego de Amor Prohibido... Descubre más secretos en esta tentadora serie: 👉Sumisión al padre de mi mejor amiga		JoyReels		25045	https://www.facebook.com/JoyReels02/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633235	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 8:18 PM	1733881926	1746494292		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633781	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 7:00 PM	1733881973	1749081646		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	3 Beds 3 Baths Apartment		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/2887151624773916/			1.9446990373905E+14	Vince Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		3 Beds 3 Baths Apartment - $3,000.00 Massive 3BD/3BTH Duplex in the heart of Wicker Park AVAILABLE NOW!! Hardwood floors, central A/C, Custom high ceilings, large bedrooms..This apartment is sun drenched!! Spacious kitchen with big and modern cabinets. All stainless steel appliances with beautiful black granite counter tops. Lower level has one huge family room, spacious bathroom and the third bedroom. ( 2 bedrooms and 1 master bedroom with a marble bathroom on the first floor ). Laundry is in the unit! Cats/Dogs are okay ( non refundable pet fee is required - Dogs $500, Cats #300 ). Unit is close to the transportation, couple of blocks from the Blue Line and less then 5 minutes to the 90/94. Resident Benefit Package or RBP will be applied during tenancy. Full cost of the package is $50.00 per month and if the tenant has their own insurance - $38.05. RBP includes liability insurance (if necessary), credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score with timely rent payments, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, on-demand pest control, and much more! AVAILABLE NOW! OWNER IS ASKING FOR A MOVE IN FEE - $1,000.00 $55 Application Fee (per person) No previous evictions or collections. Contact Vince at 708-567-4513 Must have 650+ Credit. Tenants pay for gas, heat and electricity. Full RBP - $50.00 / Without Insurance package - $38.05 Facebook Marketplace		Vince Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Vince-Kelly-194469903739049/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633300	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 5:52 PM	1733881930	1745707963		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633411	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 8:21 PM	1733881949	1746494475		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632898	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 12:46 PM	1733881894	1749404778		1987																														IMAGE						1.1482626484305E+14	Davidand Kelly SchweitzerTaylor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469844521_551001097802368_9173481783958914841_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AD5QYteV1CcQ7kNvgEhej9R&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYDMfDcEN5gMc82yE8LPM7lXkuPA_4pVbP1p-9TezlMahg&oe=675ECEBE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Hey y’all it’s PD. In these perilous times I urge you to daily be praying the protection of psalm 91 over yourselves and those you feel led to include. Also, this is a time of readiness for combat. There is a war coming like none we’ve ever encountered. We need to keep our armor on and ready to do battle. Don’t be caught without it. Put it on each day. Here’s how I declare my armor each day. It’s from Ephesians 6:10-18. Feel free to copy me for your daily declaration and share it with everyone you know: 1. Belt of Truth: “I put on the belt of truth, embracing honesty and integrity in all I do." 2. Breastplate of Righteousness: "I wear the breastplate of righteousness, guarding my heart against temptation and sin." 3. Shoes of Peace: "I put on the shoes of peace upon my feet with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, walking in harmony and spreading joy wherever I go." 4. Shield of Faith: "I take up the shield of faith, extinguishing all fiery darts of doubt and fear, trusting in God's promises." 5. Helmet of Salvation: "I place the helmet of salvation on my head, protecting my mind with the assurance of my salvation." 6. Sword of the Spirit: "I wield the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, using it to combat lies and stand firm in truth." 7. Prayer: “I commit to pray IN THE SPIRIT (in tongues) as your Word commands on all occasions, staying alert and seeking God’s guidance in every situation."		Davidand Kelly SchweitzerTaylor		1785	https://www.facebook.com/TGOBpastorandwifePDKT/	0										View Edit Delete
2633473	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 7:57 PM	1733881952	1746493035		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634154	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 6:36 PM	1733881998	1748993785		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/meganhayniephoto			1.0823862444369E+14	Megan Haynie Photo	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813124_567428405995966_2297635898149261980_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=o_p4CKsT2x8Q7kNvgFZP6Z3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYDJAX-NZp74ugxYRb_mGKfVUnUeyF951731jrCoJP_R9A&oe=675ED36C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Megan Haynie Photo		556	https://www.facebook.com/meganhaynie.photography/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633590	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 1:19 PM	1733881960	1749406744		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634157	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 7:18 PM	1733881998	1745713108		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Lens (Sony E)		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/9338767749481239/			2.0600023943112E+15	Kelly Ferrell		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Lens (Sony E) - $800.00 This versatile lens offers a broad focal range, making it ideal for a variety of shooting scenarios—from sports and wildlife to landscape and portrait photography. With its maximum aperture of f/5.6-6.7, this lens is capable of capturing sharp images even in low-light conditions. The Tamron Di III series is known for its high-quality construction and image stability, and this lens is no exception, featuring vibration reduction for crisp, clear images. This has only been used a handful of times and it's bit heaver for my backpacking trips than I would like. I bought this brand new the beginning of November. I don't the box anymore but I have everything it came with including the the tripod mount. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Ferrell		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Ferrell-2060002394311173/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633373	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 7:24 PM	1733881946	1745713499		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/patriotgoldgroup			1.0564602263858E+14	patriotgoldgroup	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/368998858_6310499455728651_4499976289949700017_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=fieC0ExX-LMQ7kNvgFhulAG&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYDrI405eB0BdUqnqQYDyNIHOY8nL1hD5Eojtlet6zB4Jw&oe=675EAE12	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		Thank you P! Amazing review. 🏆 Consult with your financial or tax advisor for the best allocation of precious metals in your account and call us at Patriot Gold Group if you have any questions. 888-701-3012. Learn about our No Fee For Life Precious Metals IRA (* on qualifying rollovers of $100,000.00 or more). IRA Rollover Minimum is $50,000 and Cash Purchase Minimum is $10,000. #preciousmetals #patriotgoldgroup #ira #401k #dickmorris #investing #gold #IAllegedly		patriotgoldgroup		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/patriotgoldgroup	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2634176	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 6:10 AM	1733882000	1749121851		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469340811_1109024357484254_4835066505992961328_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wIs583qZ68wQ7kNvgEJZ6fC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYAIuNTnwmlEQC91YwAWxtRmETEhtzxinV5lVCT2vNmpaA&oe=675EB785	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633846	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 9:52 PM	1733881976	1745722322		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	3 Beds 3.5 Baths - Townhouse		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/625844997062643/			1.7820962538576E+14	Kelly Mackereth		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		3 Beds 3.5 Baths - Townhouse - $3,900.00 Location, Location, Location with Rooftop Terrace Views. Bright three-bedroom townhome, 3.5 bathrooms, two-car garage, deck of kitchen and rooftop have gas lines for grills. Purchased new in 2020 and owner occupied since. New condition. Large gas fireplace on main level. Washer and dryer and two primary suites on second level. No smoking, no pets. Prefer long-term lease. Move-in December or January. $3900 a month plus deposit. Tenant responsible for utilities and Internet. HOA paid by Landlord. Renters to provide proof of insurance for their contents. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Mackereth		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Mackereth-178209625385758/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633662	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/19/25, 12:50 AM	1733881965	1747633809		1987																										fuegodance.com	Shop Now			DCO	The Perfect Gift	{{product.description}}	https://fuegodance.com/			1.42145802129E+15	Fuego	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469461903_1731403580973342_7802930827468533637_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QKaI9cqm2oEQ7kNvgF5utXl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYAilddi9KjXXqQKC0t_5gdhrnPrl-FwPLP3uEL6A1xllQ&oe=675ECC66	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The gift they didn’t know they needed: stylish, comfortable dance shoes. 🎁 👟		Fuego		12591	https://www.facebook.com/fuegodance.inc/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633541	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 7:14 PM	1733881958	1749082497		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889055_925494726330984_7041274904964550884_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Tv0PNGlvI8Q7kNvgF23Rep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB1Ex_fUc8F2Wl-njK8823J5V_3nFQMpfgdc5Kjfs9WAg&oe=675EABC8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633461	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/4/25, 2:24 PM	1733881951	1751657096		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633716	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/4/25, 1:11 PM	1733881968	1751652697		1987																										paramountplus.com	Sign Up			DCO	Get Started	Paramount+ Original	https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N485401.3122870FACEBOOKUSA/B32642593.410511476;dc_trk_aid=602558828;dc_trk_cid=227685873;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=$%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=$%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1			1.1302888720201E+14	Paramount+	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508323_1757382551752240_5855575751202213995_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gosEy6x3MV0Q7kNvgHr-LrZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYAFlfQ2g8Wc8m-JZNVbIO-ErELe2-V_pbkfal5cIJfsVw&oe=675EC5D1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All episodes of Lioness, starring Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, are now streaming exclusively on Paramount+!		Paramount+		3161036	https://www.facebook.com/ParamountPlus/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633032	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/4/25, 2:28 PM	1733881909	1751657310		1987																											Buy now			IMAGE	List Included - $10 Vinyl Record Album LP - Classic Rock Jazz Country Blues		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1207065817486568/			8.1959191173338E+14	Jeff Didricksen	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469822915_1087981346444865_835318539416790549_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-4e7jWKscnsQ7kNvgHFjPOB&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYDzgVTQ6f1iUi-RqlCUDtGYxaAiv9D8Lzu0ZkPB1D2dqw&oe=675EBE70	REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		List Included - $10 Vinyl Record Album LP - Classic Rock Jazz Country Blues - $10.00 * All records are graded and priced below. ** Please check with me to make sure I have your record I purchased the contents of a closed music shop. I am not a professional grader but tried to give an honest evaluation. My visual grading is to give you a good idea of condition. There are a bunch of gems in here! Records are sold as is. Shipping - 1-4 records $6 / 5-6 records $7 / 7-9 records $8 / 10-11 records $9 / 12+ records $10+ 10cc - The Original Soundtrack (with insert) - VG+ - $10 19 Hot Country Requests - Varouous Artists (1984) - NM - $10 24 Original Happening Hits - 1967 - VG+ - $10 30's - The Greatest Hits of the Century - Tele House - NM- - $10 33 Country & Western Favorites - 1968 - NM - $10 120 Music Masterpieces - Columbia House / A Columbia Musical Treasury (Classical) - NM- - $10 5th Dimension The - Greatest Hits On Earth - NM - $10 6 Days On The Road - Trucker Stars - VG+ - $10 A Chorus Line - Original Cast Recording - NM - $10 ABC - Beauty Stab - VG+ - $10 Ace - Five-a-Side - VG++ - $10 After The Fire - ATF - NM - $10 Air Supply - Greatest Hits - VG+ - $10 Air Supply - Now And Forever - VG+ - $10 Air Supply - The One That You Love - VG++ - $10 Al Martino - Mary In the Morning - NM - $10 Alabama - The Touch - NM - $10 Alan O'Day - Appetizers - NM - $10 Alan Parsons Project The - I Robot - VG++ - $10 Alan Parsons Project The - The Turn Of A Friendly Card - VG++ - $10 Aldo Nova - Twitch - NM - $10 America - "A Horse With No Name" - VG++ - $10 America - Homecoming - VG+ - $10 America , The Beautiful - Various - (Factory Sealed) - $10 American Hot Wax - Original Soundtrack Album - VG++ - $10 Amy Holland - Self Titled (Factory Sealed) - $10 Anne Murray - Country - NM - $10 Anne Murray - Greatest Hits - NM - $10 Annie - A New Musical Soundtrack - VG+ - $10 Aretha Franklin - Aretha - VG++ - $10 Aretha Franklin - Jump To It - NM- - $10 Aretha Franklin - Let Me In Your Life - VG++ - $10 Aretha Franklin - Love All The Hurt Away - VG++ - $10 Aretha Franklin - Sweet Passion - VG+ - $10 Aretha Franklin - Who's Zoomin' Who? - VG++ - $10 Aretha Franklin - With Everything I Feel In Me - VG+ - $10 Art Tatum - The Tatum Solo Masterpieces Vol. 1 - slight cover damage (Jazz) - VG++ - $10 Arthur Fiedler & The Boston Pops - Hi-Fi Fiedler - Rossini / Rimsky-Korsakoff / Tchaikovsky - NM - $10 Arthur Fiedler & The Boston Pops - Opera Without Singing - NM - $10 Arthur Fiedler & The Boston Pops - The Magic of (5 record box set) - VG+ - $10 + $6 to ship Asia - Alpha - NM- - $10 Asleep At The Wheel - Served Lived (Country Rock) - NM- - $10 Atlanta Rhythm Section (ARS) - A Rock And Roll Alternative - NM - $10 Atlanta Rhythm Section (ARS) - Champagne Jam - NM - $10 Babys The - Head First - NM- - $10 Babys The - Union Jacks - VG++ - $10 Bach - Greatest Hits Vol. 1 - CBS Masterworks (Classical) - NM- - $10 Bach - The Brandenburg Concertos No. 2 & No. 6 / The Clavier Concerto In D Minor - with booklet (Classical) - NM - $10 Bachman Turner Overdrive (BTO) - Freeways - x2 - NM - $10 Bachman Turner Overdrive (BTO) - II - VG++ - $10 Bad Company - Desolation Angels - VG+ - $10 Baja Marimba Band - Heads Up! - (Latin Jazz) - NM - $10 Barbara Mandrell - Greatest Hits - NM - $10 Barbara Mandrell - The Best of - NM - $10 Barbra Streisand - A Christmas Album - NM - $10 Barbra Streisand - Butterfly - NM - $10 Barbra Streisand - Greatest Hits (1977) - NM - $10 Barbra Streisand - Greatest Hits Volume 2 - NM - $10 Barbra Streisand - Yentl - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack - NM - $10 Barry Manilow - Greatest Hits - NM- - $10 Barry Manilow - The Manilow Collection / Twenty Classic Hits - $10 Barry White - The Man - VG+ -$10 Bay City Rollers - Greatest Hits - NM - $10 Bay City Rollers – Self Titled - NM - $10 Beach Boys – Concert - VG+ - $10 Beach Boys - Surfin' Safari - (cover damage) - VG- - $10 Beach Boys – Wow! 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2632767	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 11:28 PM	1733881882	1745728104		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459981452_1765710160838117_6128648309256408352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EI9Ja3JO6JoQ7kNvgFmJJNL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYB8USFMO6aCU7JjnD_zFPuDzJyMP0HqkosmZImqcSenrg&oe=675EC207	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632933	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/4/25, 3:07 PM	1733881897	1751659635		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780345_2372581596467615_6672440879139765072_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ABy_MMReD4QQ7kNvgEIpHrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA8nrX6abobqaAA_JGYvwRvIzkrYmmxwqgZkNfwSQJyaQ&oe=675ECF9D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Celebre seu Ano Novo com estilo! ✨🥂 Já está disponível no nosso site. Visite agora e confira as informações abaixo ⬇️ Acesse nosso website através do link azul na Bio @pimentaantonietaboutique ou clique em Shop Now⬇️ 🖥️Site: https://pimentaantonieta.com/ 📲Whatsapp: (561) 808 3412 💻 linktr.ee/pimentaantonietaw Enviamos para todo os Estados Unidos 🇺🇸		Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632593	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 11:45 PM	1733881865	1745729104		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633193	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 11:53 PM	1733881923	1745729590		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632992	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 11:58 PM	1733881901	1745729906		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	ODES WORKCROSS 1000-6		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1000321178520335/			1.0381055788757E+14	Kelly Love		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		ODES WORKCROSS 1000-6 - $16,995.00 Brand new Aodes WORKCROSS 1000-6 Comes equipped with: -hard doors -blinkers -head/taillights -seat belts -4wd -locking front and rear differential -4500lb winch -gas reservoir adjustable shocks -trailer hitch capable -LED light bar -windshield wiper -tilt steering wheel -dump bed -1000cc engine $16995.00 with financing available! Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Love		2	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Love-103810557887566/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633368	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 1:35 AM	1733881945	1745735727		1987																										eventbrite.com	Buy tickets			EVENT	The Provoked Live at The Viper Room	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-provoked-live-at-the-viper-room-tickets-1100464100749?aff=oddtdtcreator	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-provoked-live-at-the-viper-room-tickets-1100464100749?aff=oddtdtcreator			1.0726290327686E+15	The Provoked	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469693879_1157948962386913_7028936591830938292_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kv43gkdIpSEQ7kNvgHAPi1w&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AyQSfa1bLDVpQ8xuZKj6O4R&oh=00_AYCnIaYG2Rg6hmy7DKqFRCXbsBbi6CUSd0U6uJMr9p2_dQ&oe=675EB220	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🔥 DECEMBER 28TH, 2024 🔥 ⚡ Doors at 5:30PM | We start at 6PM ⚡ Tickets: $10 Pre-sale | $15 Day of Show ⚡ 21+ Event The Viper Room 8852 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 🎟️ Grab your tickets NOW: Pre-sale Tickets on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-provoked-live-at-the-viper-room-tickets-1100464100749?aff=oddtdtcreator		The Provoked		307	https://www.facebook.com/TheProvokedBand/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2632870	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 2:10 PM	1733881891	1749064223		1987																											No button			MULTI_IMAGES						1.593457882048E+14	Kelly Bennett & Associates - First Weber Inc.	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469872260_1105666604331393_2661141643326533185_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OFgJhNiGgQoQ7kNvgGJl5yp&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBDNvk81P1HH1RyNXixUD58nYjdr5drPn6x1C48REMcaw&oe=675EC4A8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌿 Open House Sunday, December 15th, 11am - 12:30pm 6726 Bellflower Pointe Drive, DeForest WI 🌿 3 New Models to View Looking for a serene, low-maintenance home in a prime location? Check out our model at 6726 Bellflower Point Drive, Deforest, we have stunning 2BR/2BA or 4BR/3BA condos just steps from the Conservancy! 4 new condos just completed & available now.🌳 ✨ Features: Open-concept living with tons of natural light ☀️ Modern kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances 🍽️ Relaxing primary suite with en-suite bath 🛁 Private patio with scenic views 🌷 2-car attached garage 🚗 Close to parks, trails, and all local conveniences 🏙️ Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking easy access to both outdoor adventures and city amenities. 🌞 Contact us for more info or to schedule a tour! #DeForestLiving #CondoForSale #NatureAtYourDoorstep #RealEstate #HomeSweetHome #openhouse		Kelly Bennett & Associates - First Weber Inc.		518	https://www.facebook.com/KellyBennettRealEstate/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
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2632815	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:18 AM	1733881886	1745738292		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581482850597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/466048705_1239161307130562_45275449885384733_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eEezia1iagkQ7kNvgFtCetE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYAlplYm0NmJMlj8NpERQavRGcotVJJhGdEJ-aZ4AiGIfA&oe=675EC636	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2634113	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 5:10 AM	1733881995	1745748635		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469058491_3056832584466278_2194766452365292106_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=y8Yxi8ErutgQ7kNvgEQz1KP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYCRpDbZg4cbOshM7rsQTAQUH-ePly3Bqy603srJ_DS1Tg&oe=675EBB26	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633224	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 6:21 AM	1733881925	1745752889		1987																										seattletimes.com				IMAGE	Saving Boeing is the hardest job and biggest opportunity in business	With Boeing bleeding more than $4 billion in cash every three months, the scale of the challenge new CEO Kelly Ortberg faces is daunting.	https://st.news/3D4w9CJ			38472826214	The Seattle Times	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469829843_1520164098671245_3842954593856288004_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Evq_9dv-X6gQ7kNvgEUSLAJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYCTnMm6o8HSG4AD8H9v1dc3bdipUoLOQn4GADt1aCzMng&oe=675EADBC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		With Boeing bleeding more than $4 billion in cash every three months, the scale of the challenge new CEO Kelly Ortberg faces is daunting.		The Seattle Times		422572	https://www.facebook.com/seattletimes/	0										View Edit Delete
2632883	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 6:23 AM	1733881892	1745753024		1987																										Stomach Cancer Support Group With GI Oncologist and Guest Surgeons	INTERESTED			EVENT	Stomach Cancer Support Group With GI Oncologist and Guest Surgeons	Stomach Cancer Support Group: A Multidisciplinary Educational Resource for Patients and Caregivers Designed for patients and caregivers who have been diagnosed with stomach cancer or GEJ and; either had a total or partial gastrectomy or have surgery as an option, these monthly meetings are a unique opportunity to hear about the latest treatments, discuss new ideas, and support each other through a trying time. For patients not eligible for surgery, we spend some time discussing surgical strategies and latest developments. The support meeting is moderated by Dr. Sam Klempner, GI Oncologist, at Mass General Hospital. Guest stomach cancer surgeons invited to this meeting are Dr. Kaitlyn Kelly at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Dr. Miguel Burch at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Sharon Shiraga at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Dr. Steve Brower at Englewood Health, NJ, and Dr. Mark Girgis at UCLA Health. Please note that surgeons typically have unforeseen circumstances that may prevent them from attending, and not all of these surgeons will be able to make it. Additionally, this support group is not meant to be a second opinion forum. Please go to stage4support.org for listings of oncology-only meetings. The meeting is free, but registration is required. ** Disclaimer: The Doctors participating in this meeting are volunteers and they do not receive any compensation for their involvement. The comments and remarks that are made as part of this meeting are to be considered as information only. Anyone considering taking action with what has been discussed must first bring this to the attention of their own doctors and only act at their doctors' direction.	https://www.facebook.com/events/501945928868086/			9.7380880269948E+14	Hope For Stomach Cancer	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470028135_575397911703789_2730927656212502308_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_P47aqYPDFkQ7kNvgGWgUpV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYBeFo8cnTkHOmvA1kh3eam18Ye-oogjrgJLevvNQmOb9w&oe=675EAFE1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stomach Cancer Support Group: A Multidisciplinary Educational Resource for Patients and Caregivers Designed for patients and caregivers who have been diagnosed with stomach cancer or GEJ and; either had a total or partial gastrectomy or have surgery as an option, these monthly meetings are a unique opportunity to hear about the latest treatments, discuss new ideas, and support each other through a trying time. For patients not eligible for surgery, we spend some time discussing surgical strategies and latest developments. The support meeting is moderated by Dr. Sam Klempner, GI Oncologist, at Mass General Hospital. Guest stomach cancer surgeons invited to this meeting are Dr. Kaitlyn Kelly at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Dr. Miguel Burch at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Sharon Shiraga at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Dr. Steve Brower at Englewood Health, NJ, and Dr. Mark Girgis at UCLA Health. Please note that surgeons typically have unforeseen circumstances that may prevent them from attending, and not all of these surgeons will be able to make it. Additionally, this support group is not meant to be a second opinion forum. Please go to stage4support.org for listings of oncology-only meetings. The meeting is free, but registration is required. ** Disclaimer: The Doctors participating in this meeting are volunteers and they do not receive any compensation for their involvement. The comments and remarks that are made as part of this meeting are to be considered as information only. Anyone considering taking action with what has been discussed must first bring this to the attention of their own doctors and only act at their doctors' direction.		Hope For Stomach Cancer		10253	https://www.facebook.com/StomachCancerAwarenessNetwork/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2632734	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 7:06 AM	1733881880	1745755561		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458984133_538108755349989_1547624346699276740_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vC1f60eJEuUQ7kNvgHCbaKu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBx1HA4cq3AfXovQd0b-tZWkqhKi9eXKQIQMMam7qJ06g&oe=675EBF52	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634119	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 9:47 AM	1733881996	1745765236		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469126045_596700669533954_3421138683683202621_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QXcuu1fhQyQQ7kNvgFwly4f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYB_zsWHNXqG_iVJ3DrbIzWW5y6NSCfJ7IiT43hVAsOMcQ&oe=675EB774	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632932	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 1:29 PM	1733881897	1745778577		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780345_2372581596467615_6672440879139765072_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ABy_MMReD4QQ7kNvgEIpHrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA8nrX6abobqaAA_JGYvwRvIzkrYmmxwqgZkNfwSQJyaQ&oe=675ECF9D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Celebre seu Ano Novo com estilo! ✨🥂 Já está disponível no nosso site. Visite agora e confira as informações abaixo ⬇️ Acesse nosso website através do link azul na Bio @pimentaantonietaboutique ou clique em Shop Now⬇️ 🖥️Site: https://pimentaantonieta.com/ 📲Whatsapp: (561) 808 3412 💻 linktr.ee/pimentaantonietaw Enviamos para todo os Estados Unidos 🇺🇸		Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633103	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 10:42 AM	1733881915	1745768557		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633276	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 11:50 AM	1733881929	1745772644		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632951	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:02 PM	1733881899	1745780575		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795578_547820818150193_7609259391331279235_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XEE5rzdTMFEQ7kNvgGObG9X&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYDJV06WfZBsDDq6FVOmdsnVvyDVRyPn3E3-poK9SywgbQ&oe=675EB854	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack. SLAM. The slap hit Skylar harder than usual. "You don't stop me disciplining that pup!" Kaley hissed. "Pick on people your own size, girl." That only earned Skylar another slap. More blood ran down. It's fine by Skylar, though. She's got her wolf six years earlier than her peers. Yet she told no one. Her wolf is reserved only for the warrior training. She'll be an elite warrior and leave the pack that doesn't want her. Skylar always stays unnoticed during the training. But a new arriver makes things take a turn today. Sierra walks in like she owned the place. All young males can't take their eyes off her during the practice. Until Delta Kyle loudly gets their attention, “Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” Skylar is taken aback, but not her wolf. Sierra was way stronger than her. An uproar surfaces. That sets Skylar and her wolf off. They're trying to be invisible. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” A snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves. Her wolf grumbles. Skylar's blood boils, too. Shall we? Skylar asks her wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632755	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:26 PM	1733881881	1745782005		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462133571_1260706201751848_2100004664063170507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f93_AcEzdckQ7kNvgGdQYR6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCp0NKR_KbLX4QiV2TAgHuYd7tngVjwoIlPDOLExV0Z2A&oe=675ED9A4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632578	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:47 PM	1733881863	1745783240		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460976856_556950840001441_1479650322339418213_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xUN37m8NrYMQ7kNvgFcF2HM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB5iZgYl3OcKAAgo8YCxs6m1GinddqfTZ6_eShciF9h1g&oe=675EBB31	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633040	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:50 PM	1733881910	1745783419		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.instagram.com/			3.174981881156E+14	STAMP Paris	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469881769_1631793077428256_7258404289582448699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eclhVbfuIz4Q7kNvgE3j3_Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYByJqp5ysbJgqZKmBFPB21CYOFgUJEjMJfVzvECevS-VA&oe=675EAE21	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Struggling to find your dream piece? Let STAMP's Expert Concierge Team help! We specialize in locating rare and hard-to-find items, making your search effortless and stress-free. Start Your Journey Today with us!		STAMP Paris		11	https://www.facebook.com/61559724720244/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2632601	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 1:26 AM	1733881866	1745821612		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458375138_1564953581067845_5953868371458184387_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G1XxujJ4PdAQ7kNvgEbO9Dk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYA_xwR8ztRYyq5gByMDiZSsNWYjrGW2J2jAtGDi1p5tDQ&oe=675ECCAA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633023	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 4:48 PM	1733881908	1745790489		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2016 Subaru CROSSTREK LIMITED LOADED LOADED LOADED!!!		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/896299302493875/			1.1002167400061E+14	Jack Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		2016 Subaru CROSSTREK LIMITED LOADED LOADED LOADED!!! - $10,995.00 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Limited Loaded!!! Super nice and ready to go! Always dealer maintained!! Needs nothing!! LOADED LOADED LOADED!!!! This vehicle comes with the following features ***Power Sunroof/Moonroof***, ***Rear Back Up Camera***, ***All Wheel Drive***, ***Leather Interior***, Crosstrek 2.0i Limited, 2.0L 16V DOHC, AWD, Hyper Blue, Black Leather, All Weather Floor Mats, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink, Keyless Access w/Push-Button Start, Moonroof Package w/Navigation/Keyless Access, Navigation System, Popular Package #2, Power Moonroof, Rear Bumper Cover, Rear Seat Back Protector, Splash Guards. PA Rtitle Facebook Marketplace		Jack Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Jack-Kelly-110021674000610/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633052	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 4:53 PM	1733881910	1745790817		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2016 Honda Pilot · EX-L Sport Utility 4D		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/368500642950759/			1.0288689826946E+14	Kelly Gettinger		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2016 Honda Pilot · EX-L Sport Utility 4D - $23,900.00 🚙✨ Discover the 2016 Honda Pilot EX-L AWD - the SUV that’s built for comfort, style, and space! Here’s why this Pilot is a standout: • 3.5L V6 Engine: 💪 Powerful and smooth for every adventure. • Leather-Trimmed Interior: 🛋️ Travel in comfort with heated front seats and premium finishes. • 8-Inch Touchscreen: 📲 Easy access to entertainment and navigation. • Spacious Seating: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Room for up to 8 passengers – perfect for family trips or weekend escapes! 💪172-Inspection by trained technicians! Plus, this vehicle comes with a complimentary 12-month/12,000-mile Powertrain Warranty for added peace of mind! 🛡️ ☎️573-392-3333 or online at LloydBelt.com Click below for more information: 📲 https://www.lloydbelt.com/Pre-Owned-Inventory-2016-Honda-SUV-Pilot-Eldon-Missouri-16400256 Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Gettinger		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Gettinger-102886898269455/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633369	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/7/25, 1:13 PM	1733881945	1751912028		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						1.8882318815588E+14	Aumann Vintage Power	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867127_495695339558570_4743053398343222732_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nmAN9i193gsQ7kNvgEvJU7A&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AyQSfa1bLDVpQ8xuZKj6O4R&oh=00_AYDQwvcqs9nyrbHLuHif6YjPmLXibavYPOebzNTat2MLsA&oe=675EBFF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Online bidding is available now through December 21st 6pm Central! The Sheesley Collection offers a nice variety of late model semis and even motor coaches! Also take a look at the great selection of transportation memorabilia, tools and more! Open House viewing of all items selling will take place December 14th 9am - 1pm. All items are located at 1313 N 25th Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85001. Hauling and pickup options are available. For bidding information and complete online listing of items selling visit: https://bids.aumannauctions.com/auctions/40500-sheesley-late-model-truck-collection		Aumann Vintage Power		42648	https://www.facebook.com/aumannvintagepower/	0										View Edit Delete
2633777	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 1:17 AM	1733881972	1749104248		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633144	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/7/25, 3:49 PM	1733881918	1751921370		1987																										prints10.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Personalized Fleece Blanket	Personalized Sisterly Love Blanket	https://prints10.com/products/lake-filled-this-blanket-with-hugs-and-love-gift-for-sisters-personalized-custom-fleece-blanket			4.955971236265E+14	Prints10	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469591828_535225292840411_9085359918394246172_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Cc6N4f4stB8Q7kNvgH2hVVR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaFAvSp00sZVInMQSiVqyGp&oh=00_AYCVDG4tJDdwQFIiddaBpYVNRqhVt5LNGWtnAwP-FU44Tg&oe=675EAFAA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got a cold shoulder from the weather? Wrap your loved ones in warmth with our personalized fleece blanket! • Soft texture, beautiful design Perfect gift for any occasion: Christmas, birthdays & more! Order now and make them feel special		Prints10		13	https://www.facebook.com/61567208050917/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633301	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/8/25, 4:07 AM	1733881930	1751965653		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633062	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/8/25, 6:57 AM	1733881912	1751975852		1987																										fb.me	Sign up			IMAGE	🚨 Epic Giveaway Alert: Free Wedding Film with Any Wedding Packages!	Wedding Videography Package	http://fb.me/			4.2964491716624E+14	Watson Wedding Videography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469387685_1563924381675428_6769317181990272821_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jg14lkilLlgQ7kNvgFiocfg&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCKh3vkVpuCKlPFyddkaC4XdZaEXA0SNET-oWDyJR6hfQ&oe=675EB179	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		!! Georgia Brides !! Do you want your wedding day captured like a movie? This month we’re offering a FREE Special Moments WEDDING FILM (Ceremony + Toasts + Dances – $1000 value) with ANY of our Wedding Packages! Click the Sign Up button below to receive yours for Your Wedding today We’re limiting this sale initially to only 15 couples and spots will fill up FAST. Sale ends December 31st Here’s how to receive the Wedding Film: 👉 Click the Sign Up button 👉 Fill out the form 👉 We’ll send over prices and availability for your wedding day! 💫 Read what people are saying about Watson Wedding Videography experience: "I cant thank them enough for making my Hallmark wedding day into an actual Hallmark film!!!" - Mike + Kelly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The Best Wedding Videographer!!! Josh knowledge and talents are exceptional! The drone feature was well-worth the splurge. Best Money Spent!!!!!!!!!" – Kristy Lane ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I have no words to describe the magic that these guys captured on my wedding day. Josh is so easy to work with from the start to finish. You will not regret booking Watson Wedding Videography to film your big day!!” – Bobbie Spamer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click the Sign Up button below to receive your invite and get all the details.		Watson Wedding Videography		8922	https://www.facebook.com/WatsWeddingVideography/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633217	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:39 AM	1733881925	1748954377		1987																										centralmnpermittocarry.com	Learn more			IMAGE	MN Permit to Carry | Personal Defense Training	Permit to Carry Classes by Personal Defense Training Register for a class  Learn From Law Enforcement OFFICERS WITH 30 plus years of combined service Since 2013, we’ve been training people in Minnesota to receive their concealed permit to carry certification. Kelly Park, a 27-year law enforceme...	http://www.centralmnpermittocarry.com/			2.4054080563717E+15	Personal Defense Training, MN Permit to Carry Class	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469668685_2320822004948007_1926167009961532590_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xeI6Ehi-xBUQ7kNvgHBxFdm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYBCyHnRLs6odKS1XeBVLCbL84myu3LFKAbsMD-JDu-giA&oe=675EB73B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No class this weekend, but our 2025 schedule is up on our site! Register to join one of our permit to carry classes in Little Falls or Baxter. It only takes 4 hours, and you'll be done in time for lunch. Get more details at https://centralmnpermittocarry.com/register/.		Personal Defense Training, MN Permit to Carry Class		480	https://www.facebook.com/minnesotapermittocarryclasses/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632918	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 7:39 AM	1733881896	1748954378		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			DCO			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469948372_587158020355683_8543674684199783244_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Mutpmirh73EQ7kNvgFczK3v&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYC-lRPMI7YXIZQIS1eWYRUn1zeLAuSxnSYWK_eZ_8H6BQ&oe=675ECFD7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Celebre seu Ano Novo com estilo! ✨🥂 O macacão branco que você precisava já está disponível no nosso site. Visite agora e confira as informações abaixo ⬇️ Acesse nosso website através do link azul na Bio @pimentaantonietaboutique ou clique em Shop Now⬇️ 🖥️Site: https://pimentaantonieta.com/ 📲Whatsapp: (561) 808 3412 💻 linktr.ee/pimentaantonietaw Enviamos para todo os Estados Unidos 🇺🇸		Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633806	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:39 AM	1733881974	1748954379		1987																										www.amazon.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469187472_1763268320911816_501571285985963011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ry29Qu0_OYcQ7kNvgEKlpig&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYCO7N25EGdNWj70DJ7KwxevteRyvDF5W4hyAvcBMRMDUQ&oe=675EBA05	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633843	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:39 AM	1733881976	1748954381		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/wax_geekz_scc			1.1530084118625E+14	wax_geekz_scc	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/322523687_1328417154645965_1778554280775037803_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=_twxOcKoSosQ7kNvgHhrRf5&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAUo13_pT_-NXXSG4kx2GMwCNnvdxqzSezGBBj1QhdNwA&oe=675EB70C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		Topic: The Game Ryan Day and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly really over thought the game plan versus Michigan. Talent wise this was one of the better Ohio State NIL teams that money could buy but yet they could only put up 10 points against Michigan in The Game 🤔 Wax-N-Stats Podcast 🎙️ #sportspodcast #podcasthost #sportscards #nbabasketball #thehobby #toppschrome #tradingcards #basketballcards #footballcards #toppsbaseball #psa #sports #panini #baseballseason #paniniamerica #cards #rookie #mlbb #cardcollector #bowman #michigan #ohiostate #thegame #rivalry #sportstalk #collect		wax_geekz_scc		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/wax_geekz_scc	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632705	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 1:33 AM	1733881877	1749105196		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458568810_1026702872539704_5128960842889323992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FCyr-1q7tpcQ7kNvgGkqSjb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAeRxBKfhbsD7nvNLGQddzjdHoyawzzlz7Py8G0mMo_Hg&oe=675ECFEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633938	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 7:45 AM	1733881984	1748954753		1987																										fertilitylabcourse.com	Learn More			DCO	How Women Prepare for IVF During The Holidays [FREE TRAINING]	{{product.description}}	https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e			3.136569254766E+14	Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469564344_1772892426865064_7737716519277983725_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VqnYmmwu0GkQ7kNvgGUiYsu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBwzCyHqdLdXzxE39u7RSe3X1vqYDWjr1Ur8MaoIZlRLg&oe=675EC211	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Starting IVF in the New Year? The holidays sometimes feel like they get in the way of moving forward on the fertility path. I often hear the disappointment from clients saying that these next weeks are a “waste of time.” Lab closures, postponements and travel might seem like frustrating roadblocks. But they don’t have to be. We can use this window of time to our advantage and actually IMPROVE the chances of a successful IVF with it! The most common pitfalls that women and couples fall into while they wait to start their IVF are: ❌ Thinking that IVF alone can overcome all fertility challenges ❌ Not actually preparing their body to get the most out of their IVF cycle ❌ Not using an integrative approach that actually IMPROVES fertility at its root Think of an IVF cycle like a marathon for the body. Someone wouldn't just show up on race day without having trained ahead of time, would they? There is SO MUCH that can (and should) be done to get ready! I have been helping women prepare for their IVF and get pregnant for over 20 years, even when previous cycles have failed. By using my integrative strategy, women and couples have been able to overcome fertility obstacles and bring home their baby. Learn about the system these women are using over the holidays in this free Masterclass. Watch it HERE 👇 https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e		Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.		174	https://www.facebook.com/renwellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633793	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:48 AM	1733881973	1748954883		1987																											Call now			VIDEO						6.0669242605496E+14	True Colors Apostolic Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469517415_943443470461995_7543954398745263394_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WCF-79tC1ywQ7kNvgGSrvxZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYAXRyDQXFUZ5xBLUvrDBIOxfHxVKBfZR2ebDZRB9wUsWA&oe=675EBFFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We thank you Lord that in your word you offer grace upon grace. -Apostle Kelly McCann		True Colors Apostolic Center		589	https://www.facebook.com/truecolorsac/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633118	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 7:50 AM	1733881916	1748955058		1987																										kellymortimer.com	Download			DCO	Connect with couples even when you aren't at your desk		http://fb.me/			2.361776069669E+14	Kelly Mortimer - Wedding Industry	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469875391_1270116474235464_5561838969771888502_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zwl-3JTF3p0Q7kNvgFJk-BU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYDP4QMv4mUg01GtoL8eoEl8Mtr1Acq9EyddZnumebRTtw&oe=675ED5E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Your Out Of Office can be selling easily while you’re sipping champagne by the fire! [But most Wedding Pros don’t know this!] Uncover the exact formula that our clients use in their Out Of Office to convert couples into calls and appointments THIS Engagement Season. 👉 If you are saying... “I am away from my desk until Monday, I’ll answer as soon as possible when I am back ” STOP ❌ You’re losing bookings and sales! 👉Download this template to find out what to say AND how to say it. Quickly, easily and for FREE. This is one simple, fast step that you can implement in less than 5 minutes. It would be crazy not to download this free tool. You are a Wedding Professional who loves to over deliver, and yet when it comes to sales you know you could be seeing better results. As the UK’s leading Wedding Industry expert I help entrepreneurs and global hotel brands to increase their revenue.		Kelly Mortimer - Wedding Industry		1871	https://www.facebook.com/IncreaseWeddingRevenue/	0		DOWNLOAD								View Edit Delete
2634190	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 7:52 AM	1733882000	1748955128		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	Ranking The Top Female Singers In The Music Industry	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			1.068020412668E+14	Trip Thunder	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469755549_1153923996098544_491830212401996999_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2I2MdoUUQc0Q7kNvgG6jwMV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYDYpHOlCWZQPqaEeKbltnVHGwbNxkPuKx4ZMaRMaMV7Cg&oe=675EDA61	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		Trip Thunder		4406	https://www.facebook.com/100064008344885/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2632760	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 7:54 AM	1733881882	1748955254		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462139670_1759760148099406_6169793968710844131_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-kNbL-sB3G0Q7kNvgFuyIKH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDhMgrNhxKb-UyNRl8k7347Q7ugw_jjtX4tQ_RuJ9vrWA&oe=675EC632	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633592	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 2:35 AM	1733881960	1749454543		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632821	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 4:27 AM	1733881886	1749461228		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581594630597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465703824_549907264311226_216130047261565243_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1RgGM0Z2ONkQ7kNvgFAuf91&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYB7o61-VF5DUSvia7S1YuC5auCNiSbiczWSg8AUMwvqjg&oe=675EC461	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633629	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 9:10 PM	1733881963	1745806228		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						4.0376880947768E+14	Texas State University Aviation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461840020_1743410099743625_2141293385829599071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6QondK5IPC8Q7kNvgE58qSO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAdhzEqufkew6ALOYrkgnMS6MovJCKxuOdesTO5uxRO6A&oe=675EB633	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Texas State University is ready for takeoff! 🫡 President Kelly Damphousse is excited about this new opportunity for TXST students to address the nation's pilot shortage with our Aviation Science degree, launching this fall. Partnering with Coast Flight Training, Texas Aviation Partners, and the City of San Marcos at San Marcos Regional Airport, TXST is dedicated to providing marketable aviation skills and education to our students. Ready to fly with the Bobcats? ✈️ Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our #TXSTAviation program! #TXST #TXSTAviation #CoastFlightTraining #PilotTraining #AviationEducation #SanMarcosAviation #TexasAviation #StudentPilot #FuturePilots		Texas State University Aviation		178	https://www.facebook.com/61562669626374/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2634056	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 9:07 PM	1733881992	1745806023		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2012 Subaru Impreza		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/3904517519827040/			1.0332827444506E+14	Kyle Engelstad		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		2012 Subaru Impreza - $4,900.00 🚗 FOR SALE: 2012 Subaru Impreza Wagon – Low Miles, Excellent Condition, GREAT PRICE! 🚗 Price: $4,900 (Under KBB Value!) Location: Minneapolis This 2012 Subaru Impreza Wagon is the perfect blend of reliability, fun, and affordability! With low miles and a ton of recent upgrades, it's ready to take you wherever you need to go, all while offering Subaru’s legendary AWD capability. Whether you're driving around town or heading off on a road trip, this car won't let you down. Key Features: * Low Miles – Only 141,XXX miles, so it has plenty of life left! * New Tires – Just replaced, providing you with excellent traction and peace of mind. * New Suspension – Smooth ride and responsive handling, just like it’s brand new! * Fresh Oil Change – Recently done and ready to go. * No Warning Lights – Everything is running perfectly with no dashboard alerts. * Fun to Drive – This Impreza is a blast behind the wheel, with sharp handling and a spirited engine. * AWD – Perfect for all seasons, whether you're driving in rain, snow, or sun! 🔧 Minor Cosmetic Flaws – This car is priced UNDER Kelly Blue Book value due to a few minor cosmetic imperfections, but mechanically, it's in outstanding shape. There are a few small blemishes on the exterior (nothing major), but this is an unbeatable deal for anyone looking for a reliable Subaru at a fraction of the cost! 💰 Price Comparison: * Kelly Blue Book Value: $6,412 * My Price: $4,900 – You’re saving $1,512! For the price of a regular, high-mileage Impreza, you can drive away with this low-mileage gem that runs like new! The minor cosmetic imperfections are reflected in the price, but mechanically, this car is as solid as they come. Why pay more for the same car with more miles or fewer features? Message me today to schedule a test drive – this one won’t last long! 🚙💨 Serious inquiries only, please. Facebook Marketplace		Kyle Engelstad		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kyle-Engelstad-103328274445057/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2634161	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 12:24 AM	1733881999	1745817880		1987																										gingerellarox.com	Learn More			DCO	Build Your Six-Figure Body Sculpting Business Today	{{product.description}}	https://kellymcintosh.samcart.com/products/gingerellarox-instant-body-sculpting-programme-bundle			3.6567597684693E+14	Gingerella Rox	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469638336_1091444378874184_7396376430209065004_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RmbjolEuBLUQ7kNvgEQxMT-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYB2LpmSDrroNtSdaM71-ELBvnP89nFu9-26YJGFRW9pVQ&oe=675EA882	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why is Gingerella Rox Australia’s No.1 Body Sculpting Academy? Because I’m dedicated to my students' success! In the last 17 months, over 550+ body sculpting graduates have achieved life-changing results—some earning $100k in less than a year working part-time! 💜 This isn't just another body sculpting course. It’s a complete toolkit to build your six-figure body sculpting business from scratch—even if you’re starting with zero followers. You’ll learn Fat Cavitation, RF Skin Tightening, Vacuum Therapy, and more, plus receive ongoing support and even your own machine! With my exclusive instant mapping techniques, you’ll create INSTANT results that keep clients coming back again and again. The best part? Anyone can succeed, regardless of background! Many of my students have quit their jobs and now run their businesses on their own terms—working around their families and enjoying more freedom. My online students achieve the same outstanding success as my in-person students. This body sculpting program is accessible worldwide, so no matter where you are, you can enroll, gain expert skills, and get certified! Don’t just take my word for it—check out my RESULTS highlight on Instagram @gingerella_rox, with over 100 5-star Google reviews. You can also visit my website to see our Certified Technicians across Australia, Scotland, Ireland, the US, and New Zealand! Got questions? Contact us today! 💜		Gingerella Rox		18417	https://www.facebook.com/roxgingerella/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633775	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 1:44 AM	1733881972	1749105869		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632942	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 2:24 PM	1733881898	1749497078		1987																											Send message			IMAGE						1.0366860162506E+14	Johnson City Brewing - Boones Creek	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469565697_1819349032153192_7667252789699436024_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8h6Pqplf50sQ7kNvgEn8cUb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCj-CSSB5wbhetSMeg4BDpOhpOYvHJuAuTOEtWGK6ZADg&oe=675ECE80	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Tuesdays are for brews in the cozy Big Green House! We’ve got things spruced up for the holidays and have lots of gift options like sweatshirts, gift cards, Lamplighter memberships, beer tokens, LaPella pottery, and more 🎉 Stop by and say hey to Kelly from 4-9pm! Be sure she gets you a red envelope when you purchase something! Lamplighters, if you haven’t renewed for 2025, now is the time to do so! Renew in person, or online at https://johnsoncitybrewing.square.site/product/lamplighter-renewal-2024/1118?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=12 Thanks and cheers! 🍻		Johnson City Brewing - Boones Creek		3580	https://www.facebook.com/JCBrewingBoonesCreek/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633712	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 12:03 PM	1733881968	1749488586		1987																										sparrowmassage.com	Learn More			DCO	Supporting fertility journeys	{{product.description}}	https://www.sparrowmassage.com/mercier-therapy-cold			2.2846714055037E+14	Sparrow's Nest	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/464383762_1077551800436170_6701185094353195041_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xRACZFkNi7oQ7kNvgFaIoeT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYC_3JdDavRyUNM-YD4tnlzRc7Y-zIjUnzssLPWNiIV6zA&oe=675EA673	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It’s time to explore a holistic option that can support and enhance your efforts: Mercier Therapy. Mercier Therapy is a series of 6 deep massages focused on the uterus, ovaries, and surrounding ligaments to enhance your fertility naturally. This treatment can help address overlooked issues like pelvic scar tissue and uterine imbalances to support a healthy pregnancy. It’s so effective that in a 4-year evidence-based scientific study, 83% of women became pregnant afterward. Book at the link below to embrace a holistic approach to your fertility 💖		Sparrow's Nest		676	https://www.facebook.com/sparrowsnestmassage/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632628	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 3:02 AM	1733881868	1745827346		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458406053_1052754443037721_5846550757853566253_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZUpNTeSJC-wQ7kNvgGwrYzd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDjjtxy6ojOCBWcwFZW2FIinlKOBPgOhW5So1IoySyXRw&oe=675ED201	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633270	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 9:48 PM	1733881929	1749264486		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633263	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 1:57 AM	1733881928	1749106677		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633695	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 2:00 AM	1733881967	1749106812		1987																										fb.me	Get Offer			DCO	Get 1 Free Treatment	Contact us today	http://fb.me/			3.1569014582211E+14	bodenvy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461415730_395503896988558_7771374439420545015_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=53GmIao5NN0Q7kNvgEUElla&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYBKT7Ut3COBf2x97xPMIiON2qFcWi2NWInsA8cHdGxOug&oe=675ED30E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Permanent Fat Reduction – No Down Time! Get 1 treatment for FREE. Free Consult! 📞 800-BEST-BOD or Click Below		bodenvy		4590	https://www.facebook.com/bodenvy/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633050	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 2:38 AM	1733881910	1745825938		1987																										saltwrap.com	Learn more			VIDEO	"I have been on this supplement 6 months"		https://saltwrap.com/pages/collagen-synthesis-offer			3.490529219647E+14	SaltWrap	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469965544_576829165283222_108706847561946404_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hAutKlMQYdMQ7kNvgH_cV68&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYATvIPx3dwT7q30t3szfSu6-2H8cXQYS07EfjB3-aCWcg&oe=675EB991	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“I have hip and labrum issues that may require surgery. Initially I thought I would make a 3 months commitment and I almost hung it up. But at the end of the 3 months I saw improvement in my knees. So I got another order and another. I have had a real improvement in pain and movement in my hip. But the icing on the cake is it helped my knees and my back! I am putting hip repair off and hoping to see even more improvements in the coming months. Very effective.” - D.T.M. (Verified Customer) . . This science-backed natural breakthrough isn’t just the #1 collagen for athletes (did we mention it’s NSF Certified for Sport®?). It’s now officially the 2023 Sports Nutrition Product of the Year that helps you: ✅ Build and maintain cartilage mass. ✅ Strengthen tendons and ligaments. ✅ Improve joint stability, mobility, and resilience. ✅ Reduce activity-related joint pain. ✅ Preserve bone mass. ✅ Improve lean body composition. And since we believe so strongly in our Collagen Synthesis™, we offer a 100% Money-Back guarantee if you’re not satisfied! So, if your joints don’t feel stronger, less irritated, and more flexible after your first bottle of Collagen Synthesis™ — it's on us (no return necessary). https://saltwrap.com/pages/collagen-synthesis-offer 👈		SaltWrap		3858	https://www.facebook.com/saltwrap/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633320	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 2:06 AM	1733881932	1749107182		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/ranch-tote			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508934_426452010401561_7378464749425829572_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_6r3WLDohFkQ7kNvgEw_jYE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYBc8bosen-ednEJuhjuy0S3963gEzOOH7rm3TDIsQPqXg&oe=675EC0C9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633090	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 2:52 AM	1733881914	1745826762		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Երբևէ եղած ամենահարմարավետ շապիկը	{{product.description}}	https://www.amazon.com/Camiseta-algod%C3%B3n-absorbe-paquetes-disponibles/dp/B086KY66PH?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1			4.705513761475E+14	Kelly Adams	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469841627_484140498033348_3293171854675887263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s0ju_YviYVoQ7kNvgGZKdTn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYA9LyOzzphwJh0YYUCMQx4Lu-X2dBB4GSBdLDZA8DZjkA&oe=675EB4A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Այս Hanes թիկնոցը պատրաստված է ComfortSoft բամբակից, որը լավ է զգում ձեր մաշկին ամբողջ օրվա ընթացքում: Layflat մանյակը երբեք չի կորցնի իր ձևը: Առկա է հարմար 6 տուփով:		Kelly Adams		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569523319111/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632712	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 5:35 PM	1733881878	1749249306		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459337110_1229099008283530_7805835300180501436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q6uM1gP-DzEQ7kNvgHW02NV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCB308_ApqPRkWpYpxSxyqdfQN9yBFQG4dQgulyjE8lbw&oe=675EB3E4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633588	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:29 PM	1733881960	1748978979		1987																										croixviewfamily.clinicnearyou.org	Get offer			IMAGE	$27 Complete Chiropractic Screening Adjustment!	Offer Expires Soon!	https://croixviewfamily.clinicnearyou.org/npspecial			137006579706	Croixview Family Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469300604_948622330543416_2430838820286234069_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=P5e2xKUVPLIQ7kNvgExi692&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCo2tfHxFaUFFaeTVMTB7cJflQ-GaC9GD0jZ7OASCwZLQ&oe=675EC05E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		👋 HELLO Hudson area!!!!! Back pain, neck pain, knee pain, migraines, sciatica, stiffness, fatigue, headaches and other health issues are no fun! 😫 (Pregnancy/discomfort, infant torticollis (Infants) - latching) I'm Dr. Jennifer of Croixview Family Chiropractic here in Hudson, WI!! 👏👨‍⚕️ And I wanted to create a NO BRAINER opportunity for you to come meet us in person and get AMAZING chiropractic care! Click the "GET OFFER" button below and enter your info to receive your voucher NOW! ⬇️ It includes: ✅Spinal Exam ✅Medical X-Rays (if necessary) ✅Doctors Report of Findings ✅Care Plan recommendations ✅AND... an Adjustment!!! "I see so many people suffer from pain and never seek chiropractic care just because they didn't know how it could help them without the use of drugs and surgery... So I hope This Gets You Off The Fence and you give chiropractic a try.." - Dr. Jennifer Click the "GET OFFER" button below and enter your info to receive your voucher NOW! ⬇️ Not ready just yet? Check out what our patients have to say 😁👇 + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Such a great chiropractic office. They have taken great care of my preschooler and infant getting adjusted. I love that they help them feel and function their best." - Kristen L + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Love Croixview Family Chiropractic! Beyond adjustments they help so much with overall wellness and have suggestions for other resources for support. I always feel safe and cared for here!" - Emily G. + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "We absolutely love the entire staff at Croixview Family Chiropractic! The girls at the front are so nice and inviting! They always help my girls play or if they need something while I get adjusted too. Dr Jenn and Dr Lauren are both incredible chiropractors. In the few short weeks we’ve been seeing them they’ve helped so much. My 4 year old normally doesn’t let anyone touch her for adjustments, but she loves the chiropractors here! It’s such a warm and inviting space and I always get all my questions answered and never feel like I’m being pushed out the door! Best Chiropractors in Hudson for sure!" - Gracie F Click the "GET OFFER" button below and enter your info to receive your voucher NOW! ⬇️ Still not convinced? Keep reading... 😁👇 + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Dr. Jen & Dr. Lauren are two of the kindest and most knowledgeable chiropractors I've seen, and I've been a part of the chiropractic community for many years. They are not only great doctors, but they are also genuine people. The whole team, including the front desk staff, cares about their patients well-being. They get to know you and your family, and they go above and beyond to make sure you're healthy and happy. 💯% recommended!" - Isaac L. + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Croixview Family Chiropractic is truly a special place. The entire staff are extremely warm, caring, and accommodating. As someone who struggles with constant tension and headaches due to my job, regular adjustments with Dr Lauren keep me feeling well. She also kept me comfortable during pregnancy and is extremely knowledgeable in many different wellness topics. Dr Lauren has provided personalized and effective care for my baby who was struggling with chronic ear infections and gastrointestinal issues. They are very passionate in what they do and it shows!" - Kelly U. + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Dr Jen has been amazing since day one! We moved from CA in the middle of our pregnancy. She was very open and understanding with my concerns & lifestyle ways and full of wonderful knowledge to guide me through the pregnancy and after care. The entire team is full of smiles and helpful in many ways! I would recommend chiropractic/ holistic care from Croixview Family Chiropractic for your entire family! Thank you CFC team for being amazing!" - Alisa H. Click the "GET OFFER" button below and enter your info to receive your voucher NOW! ⬇️ STILL not convinced???? No worries, just keep reading! 😁👇 "My kids and I love Dr Jen, she consistently offers helpful tips and advice for wellness and is so positive during my kids adjustments, they feel so brave when they are all done. She has adjusted me through two of my three pregnancies and it was so nice to have her as a resource to keep me moving well. Also, by the waiting area, they made a little play spot for kids which has been wonderful, my kids would play and read for an hour in there if I let them! :)" - Rachel R. + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I have been so happy with Dr Jen and her team since day one. I have been able to see her is various stages of care, from prior to pregnancy, during pregnancy and postpartum. I love how they are family oriented and care for the entire family. We took my daughter shortly after she was born for a tongue tie and it was such a benefit to help release the tie along with seeing a pediatric dentist. They are all such great resources and love the care they provide!" - Joni W. + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I sit at a desk ALL day and regular adjustments are so helpful for the achy neck and shoulders. My kids have been in lots of sports , from elementary age all the way to currently in college, so we have used them for major and minor injury recovery. We always leave feeling better! Dr Jen and her team are always so warm, friendly and helpful. The communication is great! My favorite is being able to text to schedule appointments!" - Beth M STILLLLLLLLLLL not convinced????!!!!!! Don't worry... we have more reviews! 😁👇 + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Our whole family loves coming here! They are all so welcoming and family friendly, which is amazing since we have 3 kiddos. Both Drs. are amazing with our kids and always take time to answer questions or go over any concerns that we have. The best chiropractic care in Hudson!" - Carrin B + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Started taking my 4 year old son in for behavior, focus, sleep, and sensory problems that started after a stressful move. They explained to me that his nervous system was stuck and not adapting due to the huge stressor he just endured. The whole staff has been amazing since day 1. The care that they are able to provide for my son has returned him to my kiddo he was before the move, my little sidekick that I can run errands with all day and that can transition and downgrade the way his body should. PARENTS- you do not have to watch your kiddo struggle! I have felt heard as a parent with them and know I can trust them with my child." - Brittany M. + 158 5 Star Reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "They are all amazing and very through at Croixview! Highly recommend!" - Bailey M. Click the "GET OFFER" button below and enter your info to receive your voucher NOW! ⬇️ You may be wondering... 🤷‍♂️🤷 ✅What is Chiropractic? - Chiropractic is a system of care focused on the structure of the body, particularly the spine. - Chiropractors adjust the body's alignment to relieve pain, improve function and to help the body heal itself. ✅How can Chiropractic help? - Back pain, neck pain, knee pain, sciatica, migraines, headaches, numbness, stiffness and herniated discs. - Injuries due to auto accidents, ear infections, digestion, fatigue, numbness, stiffness, anxiety, insomnia, allergies. ✅I've seen something like this before or maybe I already have a chiropractor... how do I know this is legit?!! - We hear you! You can read the reviews above and see what our patients have to say about that ;) - Or... We would love for you to come in and see how we are different for yourself! ✅Is Chiropractic safe? - Of course it is safe! - We use a gentle and effective method where you won't feel any pain at all! ✅Will Chiropractic break the bank? - We have very affordable care plans to fit your needs and what works for you! - We want to serve and help you, and we will find a plan just for you that will get you the care that you need. ✅How are there so many vouchers and how do the vouchers work?? - We reset the number of vouchers every month because we can only see 27 new amazing patients every 30 days! - Just fill in your info below and then you can call us to schedule a time to use your voucher or we'll be in touch with you very soon! ✅Why is it only $27? What's the catch? - No catch! We believe that this is the best way for you to come in and try chiropractic and experience the magic! - This is the perfect way for you to try it first and come meet us and our team in person! ... So you've heard from our patients, learned about chiropractic, and we have an amazing/no-brainer offer for new patients to come in and give us a shot! 😁 Click the "GET OFFER" button below and enter your info to receive your voucher NOW! ⬇️ *** DUE TO FEDERAL GUIDELINES, PARTICIPANTS ON MEDICARE AND MEDICAID REPLACEMENT PLANS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR FREE OR DISCOUNTED OFFERS ***		Croixview Family Chiropractic		1759	https://www.facebook.com/Croixviewfamilychiropractic/	0		GET_OFFER_VIEW								View Edit Delete
2634076	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:29 PM	1733881993	1748978988		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633244	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:31 PM	1733881927	1748979093		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634015	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:31 PM	1733881989	1748979104		1987																										https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-...	Sign Up			DCO	🌟 Uncover What’s in Store for 2025 with Kelly Surtees! 🌟	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-ahead-forecast-and-transits/			3.0040486996988E+14	Kelly Surtees Astrology	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469599028_1707292779840115_409188732684864281_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CU0Yho-03rkQ7kNvgGC2dBy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYBduuPbpTi0kC9-nEMurcG285JmyLJvkIruTL9bCi0z6g&oe=675EC47A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 Discover 2025’s Astrological Trends with Kelly Surtees! 🌟 Join Kelly for a 90-minute webinar exploring the major transits and themes shaping the year ahead, including: ✨ Saturn & Neptune in Aries: Dissolving illusions and reimagining possibilities. ✨ Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Managing emotions during slowdowns. ✨ Venus Retrograde in Aries & Pisces: Understanding Venus’s eight-year rhythms. ✨ Uranus in Gemini: Restless energy fueling change and innovation. 📅 Date: Saturday, January 4 | Time: 3 PM PT 💵 $30 (through Jan 2, $35 thereafter) | Includes streaming access + transcript. 💻 Can’t attend live? Stream or download later! ✨ Register today and align with the energy of 2025! https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-ahead-forecast-and-transits/		Kelly Surtees Astrology		9489	https://www.facebook.com/KellysAstrology/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633609	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 3:35 AM	1733881961	1745829342		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE	instagram.com		http://instagram.com/mexicocosmeticcenter			1.5370944932792E+15	Mexico Cosmetic Center	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528095_555165157398753_3133062388677764777_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cgFfa9odtnwQ7kNvgHuSNYb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYD2ClNNnc0uFgPvA_vaw3Nzaio2jWLyddYQAYEiiv3S_g&oe=675ED9D8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Join Us for a Tummy Tuck, Lipo and BBL Inside Experience. 3:00PM PST December 12th on Zoom! 📋Sign up in BIO! Real Stories, Real Results Hear firsthand from someone who experienced the same journey you’re considering. Gain insight into their experience, challenges, and triumphs. Interactive Q&A Have your burning questions answered in real-time by a former patient and now a trusted coordinator. No topic is off-limits! Behind-the-Scenes Perspective Learn what to expect before, during, and after your surgery from someone who has been through it and now helps others navigate the process. Exclusive Tips Get advice on preparing for your journey, packing for your trip, and making the most of your recovery.		Mexico Cosmetic Center		1248	https://www.facebook.com/MexicoCosmeticCenter/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633335	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 3:44 AM	1733881936	1745829886		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633049	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 4:01 AM	1733881910	1745830883		1987																										ninablanc.com	Shop Now			DCO	Elegance in Every Detail	{{product.description}}	https://ninablanc.com/products/the-stripes-lao-dress			1.0269197891773E+14	Nina Blanc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469755088_775574511423035_5290686667561639093_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0aipaQiWdxcQ7kNvgESmoaz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYCWkIhw2AgGalDM8p1SuZAOgswjVV4yOngo4kJuU_zZOQ&oe=675EB5CF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Timeless by design, elegant by nature. At Nina Blanc, we craft pieces that go beyond trends—sophisticated, effortless, and made for those who see fashion as an expression of art and heritage. Redefine your wardrobe with style that lasts. #NinaBlanc #SlowFashion #ForeverElegant #HandmadeInSpain		Nina Blanc		68	https://www.facebook.com/100075833628552/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633183	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 4:02 AM	1733881922	1745830930		1987																										wildandking.com	Shop Now			DCO		Cute Pygmy Hippo Bag Charm , Get ready to be the center of attention with this Baby Hippo Bag Charm! It's like wearing a fun little "look at me" bracelet right on your bag. These adorable hippos are not only cute, but they're here to bring all the drama. Handmade with love for perfect uniqueness, th...	https://wildandking.com/products/pygmy-hippo-bag-charm			3.4792420174544E+14	Wild And King	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469779757_612138094592349_7557277464580670213_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OoApHG2T4w4Q7kNvgHiGFSH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYBVjHGXhmWODK0JSSQP9fTrYpY2xGs0NFaPHDsDWxikWA&oe=675EB049	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cute Moo-Deng Bag Charm , Get ready to be the center of attention with this Baby Hippo Bag Charm! It's like wearing a fun little "look at me" bracelet right on your bag. These adorable hippos are not only cute, but they're here to bring all the drama. Handmade with love for perfect uniqueness, this Bag Charm will have heads turning faster than a hippo diving into water! Perfect for anyone as bold as a hippo and who loves a fun, bold bag Charm. Wear them on your bag. #hermes #birkin #chanel #gucci #hermeskelly #louisvuitton #hermesbirkin #dior #hermesbag #kelly #fashion #hermeslover #prada #lv #luxury #bagcha#balenciaga #hermesaddict #s #ysl #herm #ootd #bag #style #hermesparis #hermesconstance #bagcharms #versace #bagcharm #hermesbags		Wild And King		68	https://www.facebook.com/61563475551070/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633086	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 2:38 PM	1733881913	1748979493		1987																										nebswagg.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Philadelphia 2024/25 Pullover Hoodie	All Stitched	https://bit.ly/pe-26nw			4.481397683903E+14	Kelly Green All Day	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751798_549032757963669_7404763802829114264_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-2aq5G3NeaAQ7kNvgE6VJxs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYAbzkp1_YLCvzHQWn0FillQ1FD54uaDYS5bLujtGZ65lA&oe=675EC7D0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All Stitched		Kelly Green All Day		3	https://www.facebook.com/61568767536826/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633745	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 2:42 PM	1733881970	1748979772		1987																										penguinrandomhouse.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	The Last Kids on Earth: The Graphic Novel		https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721802/the-last-kids-on-earth-the-graphic-novel-by-max-brallier-illustrated-by-brian-churilla/9780593622179/?ref=PRHD4574E52CD8D&aid=7619&linkid=PRHD4574E52CD8D			2.5548664781408E+14	Penguin Kids	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469607474_927315818985592_8234149228102663902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6dHIn-WJTpEQ7kNvgEWx4eE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOMx3Zzl01lXgkc7tcYbHYzuoOh-JV9vnm3134D9FojA&oe=675EAC9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Penguin Kids		209022	https://www.facebook.com/penguinkidsbooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633631	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 7:08 PM	1733881963	1749514099		1987																										loui2.com	Order now			IMAGE	Kelly Clarkson Diet Gummies 🍬 See Results 🔽	Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.	https://loui2.com/ddd25zjing?name=a5922&px=929869712077228			4.9945482991899E+14	FDA Approved lose weight1	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911768_1251466746136150_8420762636355775338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=N58ydidWP7YQ7kNvgEOOir5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAyt_mtURDy-l5G2lBSrQKXbTON48KLduLqOuGoTPqh0g&oe=675EC147	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Research Kelly Clarkson Diet Gummies.Try Kelly Clarkson's irresistible diet gummies! 🍬		FDA Approved lose weight1		0	https://www.facebook.com/61570080936899/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633893	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 2:47 PM	1733881980	1748980058		1987																										azfamily.store	Shop now			IMAGE	KELLY - The Myth, The Legend	Limited Edition - Shipping Worldwide	https://azfamily.store/kelly-w1			4.4841337502492E+14	Family Store	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469843372_1915634325592013_4468762192869065545_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UprFk0nCP0IQ7kNvgHQWGiC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYA-bYbY0cI8GxN1alwL26mw9wwGH2SXSaFwvs1KOVhwcA&oe=675EDAEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Perfect Gifts for Christmas <3 Order here: https://azfamily.store/kelly-w1 Store: https://azfamily.store/collections/kelly		Family Store		0	https://www.facebook.com/61567808553678/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633516	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 6:31 PM	1733881955	1749511874		1987																											Call now			IMAGE	JonBoy's Plant Paradise - Formerly Simpson's	JonBoy's Plant Paradise is excited to welcome you to our store. Jon Kelly purchased the greenhouse seven years ago and we have finally decided to turn the page on Simpson's and open a new chapter of JonBoy Plant Paradise!				1.0538245286069E+14	JonBoy's Plant Paradise - Formerly Simpson's	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584786_2619928501536248_8193501054962647436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NYJ3ld3H_YgQ7kNvgHiJXQD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYBxx74jmCZ4y7shuZFhA_b6egT8kYqe3HDyP-X3U-xvVQ&oe=675EC6E7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎄 Holiday Magic is Here! 🎄JonBoy is feeling festive and is in the Christmas spirit!!! We have truly MAGICAL deal for you all! JonBoy's $100 for $100 HOLIDAY Gift Card Match We are selling a limited number of gift cards that he is MATCHING with promotional gift cards. Buy $100 in JonBoy gift cards and we’ll double it with $100 in bonus promotional cards—that’s $200 in total for your holiday gifting! To Order Click: https://square.link/u/jZXvzktM We HIGHLY encourage you to order online at the link provided. Physical cards are mailed unless you request pickup, so they’ll arrive just in time. Bonus cards valid Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2025. Original gift cards never expire! Other restrictions apply - but not many! You get a full year to use your FREE matched promo cards of $50 Each! If this doesn't get you in the holiday spirit we don't know what will! Cards can be used at either JonBoy's Plant Paradise or Sunnyside Florist! https://square.link/u/jZXvzktM		JonBoy's Plant Paradise - Formerly Simpson's		4033	https://www.facebook.com/JonBoysPlantParadise/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633774	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 5:06 AM	1733881972	1745834782		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633132	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 10:10 PM	1733881917	1749525005		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-ripa-mark-consuelos-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Mark%20Open%20Up%201012%20SBA%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%206983%20-%20AdCeptive%20Media%20FZCO%20-%20Pubplus%206%208229%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=3			1.0631133924295E+14	Style Wait	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469821001_1111252393865107_8838872199496461548_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZR4WYOs8pf0Q7kNvgHEj8r7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYDha_H-BWyjRtfUstm2QV9yrotkEAINZxPA_GNm4bHwPQ&oe=675EB231	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos open up about the difficulties they've faced after years of marriage		Style Wait		519	https://www.facebook.com/61552284218834/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633018	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 10:26 PM	1733881908	1749525973		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	After keeping quiet for four years, Kelly Clarkson is ready to share shocking details about her life and marriage.	Kelly Clarkson’s Controversial Parenting, Life, and Her Climb to Fame	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-clarkson/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Clarkson%20%7C%20CAM%20%7C%201012%20%7C%20EN%20%7C%20Celebs%20%7C%20INHS%20Dynamic%20PNP2351%20VCM%20a57b%20-%20Mobile%20WW%20FB%20VCM&network_code=VCM&utm_term=content&v=3			1.1422895824648E+14	The Fun Feed	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469692621_8654615174647963_6375261804692896915_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iJkUJBDPjeEQ7kNvgF3BuVO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCmnbQ8pFuE6goaSN3_ZfVSZ3BkNhnorx-DOJR4PtR4SA&oe=675EDA81	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Unbelievable revelation: Kelly Clarkson finally opens up after years of silence!		The Fun Feed		3575	https://www.facebook.com/100090280323077/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632750	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 10:52 PM	1733881881	1749527533		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461686156_1560443228180885_3396688902021659605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=b6dvdCDk6JEQ7kNvgESPe9Q&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDaGFMhwcVhdCMQ0cgTj2CLzg8asm6EwYUqrLA06o5Fzg&oe=675EBD5A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633598	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 5:48 AM	1733881961	1745837336		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633939	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 10:43 PM	1733881984	1749527002		1987																										ballercap.com	Learn More			DCO	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	https://ballercap.com/trending/kelly-mark-open-up-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Mark%20Open%20Up%20Roh%200912%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%208954%20-%20Nitido%20Pubplus%2001%20a6fd%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=1			1.4467742206533E+14	Good Knows	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469640807_1362596761394981_2188304113455154335_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UJF4LauE5iUQ7kNvgFjDafA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDgAakuqn-bPPcJfR03xToCCpdvv2jmwGWUJzURoi2VuQ&oe=675EB625	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Reveal Relationship Difficulties		Good Knows		1349	https://www.facebook.com/61552336215478/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633466	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 5:50 AM	1733881951	1745837423		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633284	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 5:57 AM	1733881929	1745837853		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633422	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 5:57 AM	1733881949	1745837858		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633962	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 12:02 AM	1733881986	1749531730		1987																										hotplate.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			https://www.hotplate.com/fourlittlebirdsbreadco			1.8800569773577E+14	fourlittlebirdsbreadco	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/461615762_492219997133501_3683042223081610025_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=ETmPleHnq54Q7kNvgHzGHHV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCaxQ1CgT0AivsqvVSVXkMqom4H22dGOpjrBqrkzfiA-A&oe=675EB7AA	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				fourlittlebirdsbreadco		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/fourlittlebirdsbreadco	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633129	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/22/25, 8:04 AM	1733881917	1747919088		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-ripa-mark-consuelos-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Mark%20Open%20Up%201012%20SBA%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%206983%20-%20AdCeptive%20Media%20FZCO%20-%20Pubplus%206%208229%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=3			1.0631133924295E+14	Style Wait	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469821001_1111252393865107_8838872199496461548_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZR4WYOs8pf0Q7kNvgHEj8r7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYDha_H-BWyjRtfUstm2QV9yrotkEAINZxPA_GNm4bHwPQ&oe=675EB231	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos open up about the difficulties they've faced after years of marriage		Style Wait		519	https://www.facebook.com/61552284218834/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633196	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 11:41 PM	1733881923	1749530481		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2011 Acura MDX · Sport Utility 4D		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/378881941979504/			4.8141962601614E+14	Omar Velasquez	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469918337_855247609878312_487085953194268813_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d4RzOcqvwtIQ7kNvgGftwfM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYC9gYwDPLCYnR8xiimMqxDxA2oh121Ho3PQxKvwfMn1nw&oe=675ED666	REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2011 Acura MDX · Sport Utility 4D - $14,500.00 2011 Acura MDX Advanced Tech Package Well-maintained, fully loaded luxury SUV with 119,502 miles. Only two owners! Packed with premium features, including: All black exterior and interior ●Step ladder and roof rack for versatility ●Navigation system with a backup camera ●Installed front and back cameras for extra safety ●Car starter for convenience in all seasons ●Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calls and music ●DVD player and three rows of seats, perfect for family or group travel ●No check engine lights and everything is in perfect working condition. ●NEW TIRES, EMISSIONS WAS DONE LAST YR IN DECEMBER, NEW OIL CHANGE. Serious inquiries only, I don't go by the kelly blue book value I know my cars full potential and this car is 100% worth the asking price if you're not happy with my selling price try and get this car at a dealership in my condition they're asking for way more. If you message me low balling me I will ignore you. Best offers may get my attention!! Facebook Marketplace		Omar Velasquez		0	https://www.facebook.com/Omar-Velasquez-481419626016141/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633238	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 11:46 PM	1733881926	1749530800		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632641	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 10:09 PM	1733881869	1746241745		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633161	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 6:18 AM	1733881918	1745839133		1987																											Send message			IMAGE						1.2530193733949E+14	Breathe Yoga at Bridgetown Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469626697_552871807611497_7338703675875364057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xSLKqZBqc4YQ7kNvgHKNQX_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYApJYa6jDcSMwiLxNxDRuPvX-KPm9z7lkOLgqh0x3qQPQ&oe=675EC215	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌞 By popular demand - Warm Yoga is here! 🌞 Yoga teaches us to adapt, embrace change, and find balance—just like the seasons. As winter approaches, we’re excited to introduce Warm Yoga classes, nurture your practice and bring the perfect touch of warmth to these colder days. With a studio temp set in the mid-80s, this practice offers a gentle heat to support deeper movement, ease tension, and encourage a sense of rejuvenation. ✨ Class Times: Wednesdays: 5:45 - 6:45 PM with Kelly Saturdays: 9:30 - 10:30 AM with Erin Step into the studio, breathe deep, and discover the grounding warmth your body and mind deserve. Come feel the heat and flow into something new! #HappyValleyYoga #HappyValleyCommunity #WarmYoga #HotYoga #YogaInHappyValley #BreatheDeep #BreatheYogaCommunity		Breathe Yoga at Bridgetown Chiropractic		223	https://www.facebook.com/breatheyogaPNW/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633105	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 12:58 AM	1733881915	1749535140		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632704	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 8:09 PM	1733881877	1749085761		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633752	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/7/25, 4:01 PM	1733881970	1746651664		1987																														IMAGE						49911357499	Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469748260_947417630590325_8184461457932785792_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PzxiF9n_DgAQ7kNvgFB1nt7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOh6tRxI5rrTml1MWmVT8D8n3oTy-nAVGlpK0BrIh9oQ&oe=675EC977	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We are honored to announce a $500,000 grant from Quantum Foundation to support architectural planning and design for the African American Museum and Research Library (AAMRL). Quantum Foundation's mission is to inspire and fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents. “[...] We are proud to support the African American Museum and Research Library, which serves as a powerful reminder of our shared history and furthers our ongoing commitment to this area.” - Eric Kelly, President of Quantum Foundation Read More: #LinkInBio		Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties		4172	https://www.facebook.com/cfpbmc/	0										View Edit Delete
2633787	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 6:31 AM	1733881973	1745839917		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468986913_587733143805095_418568079479350244_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bh2yBUEOhyUQ7kNvgGWA11c&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYDiObfr3P_PfYpVJrQEs9kDDRuj5Un-4lgJgaNyfoKThg&oe=675ED193	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633692	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 7:07 AM	1733881967	1745842028		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751744_905019648423865_1600062795056972619_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DCIzrQ71apoQ7kNvgHdB3kn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYD9ij87iW0BwYcJaIEN7EKQmlUzcKf8p8ORLp3RtXJShA&oe=675EBAB9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633123	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 6:52 AM	1733881916	1745841156		1987																										hunled.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️😍O que acontece a seguir👉Clique aqui para continuar lendo👉	🔥Mais grandes romances aqui🔥	https://hunled.com/market/buenovela/3?lpid=15216&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0561450262558E+14	Casa dos livros	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469496887_1085157010287552_7746343276223836541_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hFPk_yciftYQ7kNvgE00b26&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYDMS6nJF48oWF9XAIYkf4HUYJGzBSVPz2KdyuMUiFv0rA&oe=675ED99D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cheguei em casa depois de um dia puxado e meus pais estavam me esperando na sala. - Catarina, senta aí que precisamos conversar. – Meu pai falou e parecia bem nervoso. - Pode falar, pai, o que aconteceu? – Perguntei ao meu pai cansado, eu tinha trabalhado o dia todo, ido pra faculdade à noite e, ao chegar em casa, a única coisa que eu queria era tomar um banho e cair na cama. Mas não foi possível. - Catarina, chegou o convite de casamento da sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. - Aquela mulherzinha não é minha prima! – Falei já ficando nervosa. - Catarina, ela é a sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. – É melhor você parar com esse ataque de infantilidade. A Melissa já bateu nela e fez um escândalo aqui em casa. Agora chega! Ela é filha da minha irmã, portanto é sua prima. - Me desculpa, mãe, mas ela não é nada pra mim. – Tentei manter a calma. – Ela ficou com o meu namorado na minha cama, isso não é coisa que se faça. Eu namorava o Cláudio há quatro anos, ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e o encontrei na minha cama, no meu quarto, transando com a Kelly, minha prima! Eu fiquei em choque. Claro que a Melissa, minha melhor amiga, partiu pra cima deles. Desde então as coisas ficaram tensas em minha casa, pois meus pais insistiam que era uma bobagem e que eu deveria agir como se nada tivesse acontecido e voltasse a conviver com a minha prima. - Errado foi ele, Catarina, que era seu namorado. – Minha mãe argumentou. – A Kelly, coitada, foi seduzida, ele a desonrou, agora vai se casar com ela pra ela não ficar mal falada na cidade. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. – Olha aqui, se você não quer conviver com a Kelly tudo bem, mas você vai a esse casamento. E chega desse comportamento grosseiro. - Eu o quê? – Achei que eu tinha ouvido errado. - Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras, evento de gala, falando para os meus pais que seria importantíssimo para a minha carreira, já que os empresários mais importantes da cidade estariam lá, eu faria contatos muito importantes e nossos professores haviam prometido nos apresentar a vários empresários que abririam portas para o nosso futuro profissional. Em princípio meus pais não estavam muito convencidos, mas os pais da Melissa conversaram com eles e os convenceram de que seria uma excelente oportunidade para o meu futuro. Então eles concordaram que eu deveria aproveitar a oportunidade. - Catarina, você não pode me dizer não! Já comprei os convites, as máscaras e já até convenci seus pais de que é um evento importantíssimo para o seu futuro profissional, o que me deu um trabalhão. Essa festa vai ser incrível e você não vai perder! – Melissa, falava e me olhava com os olhos de um cachorrinho abandonado, juntando as mãos como se suplicando. Eu estava sentada em minha mesa no trabalho, no meio da tarde de uma quinta feira, entre anotar recados e fazer ligações, e a Mel apareceu com café, bolinhos de chocolate e essa insistência para eu aceitar ir no baile de máscaras que acontecia anualmente e era o maior evento em nossa cidade. - Ai, Mel, como é que pode eu não conseguir dizer não pra você? Está bem, eu vou! Eu concordei em ir ao baile, mas eu ainda não tinha certeza. De qualquer forma eu iria dormir na casa da Mel para fugir do casamento, mas não iria à festa, contudo, Melissa tanto fez que me convenceu a ir pra festa. No sábado nos arrumamos na casa dela. - Quê isso, hein, amiga! Tá gata demais! – Ela me entregou uma máscara dourada, linda, toda trabalhada como se fosse uma renda, que cobria até o nariz e eu a coloquei. Eu usava um vestido de cetim vermelho brilhante e a máscara combinou perfeitamente. – Então, estamos prontas? - Sim estamos prontas. – Respondi e peguei minha bolsa. – Ih, esqueci meu perfume. - Não, tem problema, você vai usar o perfume novo da minha mãe. Ela não se importa. Quando o Fernando, namorado da Mel, nos viu sorriu, deu um beijo na Mel e disse: - Garotas, vocês estão lindíssimas! Acho que você vai sair dessa festa com um namorado novo, Cat. - Sem namorado, Nando. Na verdade, eu acho que é melhor eu ficar, eu não estou no clima pra festa. Por favor, Mel, deixa eu ficar? CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível Não teve jeito, minha amiga me arrastou para o baile. Logo que entramos a Mel nos arrastou para o bar e falou no meu ouvido: - A festa é open bar, então hoje você vai beber para afogar de vez a tristeza! –A Mel me entregou dois shots de tequila e com mais dois em suas mãos me falou: - Vamos virar! – viramos a tequila e o Fernando já entregava uma taça de cosmopolitan para cada uma. Melissa me arrastou para a pista de dança e até que eu estava me divertindo. Começou uma música lenta e o Nando e a Mel começaram a dançar agarradinhos, aproveitei a deixa e me encaminhei para o buffet, mas não consegui chegar, senti uma mão puxando a minha e quando olhei para trás havia um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim, e que sorriso! Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - E por que não? Vamos dançar. – Sorri pra ele. Era impossível resistir aquela voz rouca sedutora e aquele sorriso lindo meio de lado! Ele era alto, ombros largos, um sorriso encantador e olhos azuis, tão azuis que eram quase violeta. Ele tinha uma boca que convidava ao pecado, cabelos castanhos, e quando me puxou pela cintura eu apoiei as mãos em seu corpo e percebi que ele era uma parede de músculos bem definidos. Embora a máscara não permitisse ver seu rosto, ele era muito charmoso e encantador. - Eu estava observando você desde que chegou. – Aquele homem, com ar misterioso, falou no meu ouvido. – Você é tão linda! - Você é gentil. Mas você não é da cidade, é? – Ele tinha uma presença forte, emanava poder. - Não. Um amigo me convenceu a vir a essa festa. - Parece que temos algo em comum, meus amigos também me convenceram a vir. - Sorte minha! - E por que? – Sorri. - Porque eu fiquei fascinado quando te vi. Você é muito linda. – Enquanto ele falava no meu ouvido eu ia me arrepiando, sentindo meu rosto esquentar e o corpo formigar, ele realmente me encantou. - Mesmo com a máscara? - Mesmo com a máscara! Você é linda demais. - Você é um sedutor. - Você me acha sedutor? - Você sabe que é. E lindo também. - Que bom que você gosta do que vê. – Eu me senti um pouco zonza, não sei se pela bebida ou pelo perfume delicioso que aquele homem usava. Acabei tropeçando nos meus próprios pés. - Você está bem? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego, quando ele interrompeu o beijo para respirarmos, nos olhamos nos olhos, foi como jogar gasolina no fogo, ele passou a mão pela minha cintura, desceu até minha coxa e puxou minha perna para sua cintura. Eu já estava completamente entregue nesse momento, sentindo seu corpo contra o meu, eu fiquei louca de tesão e o puxei para mais perto envolvendo sua cintura com minha perna. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Eu estava em chamas quando ele enfiou a mão dentro da minha calcinha e gemeu. – Ah! Que delícia! Tão quente, tão molhadinha! – Disse e me beijou com mais força, enquanto abria o zíper da sua calça. Com um movimento rápido, de quem já tinha feito aquilo antes, ele rasgou minha calcinha e acariciou minha entrada, como se pedisse permissão. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! – Respondi sem nenhum pudor, eu já estava arfando de tanto tesão. Eu não resisti aqueles olhos e aquela voz rouca. Eu nunca fui assim, normalmente eu teria me desvencilhado dele no momento em que me puxou pela mão, mas aquela noite eu havia prometido a mim mesma que iria me divertir e se aparecesse alguém interessante eu viveria o momento. E era o que eu estava fazendo, vivendo aquele momento. Ao me ouvir, ele foi entrando em mim devagar, observando eu encostar minha cabeça na parede e aproveitar cada centímetro dele, e ele era enorme. Ele aproveitou para espalhar beijos pelo meu pescoço. Quando acabou de entrar ele parou e falou entre beijos no meu ouvido: - Agora eu vou me mexer. – E começou a sair, só pra entrar de novo com toda força dessa vez, e foi uma delícia, eu estava completamente entregue e enlouquecida com os movimentos dele que entrava e saia de mim freneticamente. Nos descontrolamos e nos entregamos totalmente, como se não tivesse nada ao nosso redor, eu senti uma névoa em meus olhos e o climax começando a se formar e gemi baixinho no ouvido dele, nesse momento parece que ele enlouqueceu, puxou minha outra perna para sua cintura e eu o entrelacei. Me beijando intensamente ele entrava e saia com mais força ainda em mim, era o paraíso na terra. Eu gozei gemendo na boca dele e foi um climax incrível, mas ele continuou o movimento e logo outro climax se formou, e gozei novamente, um climax ainda maior que o anterior que me deixou sem fôlego, enquanto eu gozava ele me disse baixinho que estava no limite me sentindo pulsar ao seu redor, logo eu senti o gozo dele quente dentro de mim. Ficamos ali encostados naquela parede, totalmente sem fôlego, a testa dele encostada a minha. Enquanto me beijava, ele começou a sair de mim e eu estava completamente bem comida, como diria a Melissa. Eu sorri e ele me olhou, me deu um selinho e disse: - Você é realmente incrível! Gentilmente ele baixou minhas pernas até meus pés tocarem o chão, colocou o meu vestido em ordem, arrumou sua calça e me abraçou. Isso foi tão íntimo, tão afetuoso, apesar da loucura daquele encontro e da ferocidade com que nos entregamos, ele ainda era cuidadoso comigo. Eu nunca tinha tido uma relação tão maravilhosa, mas eu só tinha transado com meu ex até então. E meu ex nunca tinha se preocupado em me abraçar depois, nem se preocupava com meu prazer, para ele a coisa se resumia a entrar e sair até ele estar satisfeito, então, o fato de um homem se preocupar comigo, com meu prazer, cuidar de mim, foi novidade, e uma novidade incrível. Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. – Levei segundos para processar e finalmente me dar conta de que acabei de transar com um completo estranho e nem sei o nome dele. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. Se afastou um pouco e só pude ouvir ele elevando a voz e dizendo: - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Mas e daí? Foda-se eu só estava me divertindo também e eu nem sabia quem era o cara e ele não sabia quem eu era. Tudo certo. Me recompus, procurei minha calcinha rasgada inutilmente, onde ele a teria jogado eu não faço ideia, e saí daquele corredor. Voltei pra mesa e encontrei a Mel e o Nando se agarrando. Logo eles pararam e focaram em mim: - Mel, acho que encontrei o Lobo Mau! – Eu ri e ela riu comigo. - Quando chegarmos em casa quero saber tudo! - Claro que quer! – respondi com os olhos brilhando. - Príncipe, acho que já podemos ir. O que acha, Cat? - Eu estou pronta quando vocês quiserem! – falei virando um copo de água. - Então vamos, garotas! – Fernando falou e nos conduziu para a saída. Mal chegamos e a Mel já foi me ordenando: - Conta tudo, quem é, como foi, como não foi, tudo. Eu ri e contei tudo pra ela, quando terminei de falar minha amiga me olhava de boca aberta e me perguntou: - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. E eu balancei a cabeça em negativa para ela, eu estava em choque por me dar conta do quão descuidada eu fui. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Vou na cozinha preparar um chá pra gente. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na segunda, na hora do almoço, encontrei a Mel e ela me entregou uma sacolinha de uma loja chique. Olhei pra ela sem entender. - Minha mãe mandou eu te entregar. Ela disse que ele é perfeito para você e não combina com ela. – A Mel falou com um grande sorriso. Abri a sacolinha e lá dentro estava o perfume que eu usei para ir ao baile. Eu abri um grande sorriso. Eu amei aquele perfume e ele era parte da melhor noite da minha vida. Liguei para o laboratório e fui informada que precisaria apresentar um pedido médico para fazer os exames pelo plano de saúde. Graças a Deus a empresa pagava plano de saúde para os funcionários, porque se não, não sei o que faria, meu salário não era alto e o pouco que sobrava depois de cobrir as despesas da faculdade eu ajudava em casa, já que minha mãe não trabalhava fora e meu pai também não ganhava muito como motorista. Então marquei o médico que só tinha horário para quinze dias depois e aguardei agoniada. Quanto mais os dias passavam mais nervosa eu estava, a Mel fazia de tudo para me acalmar. Na data marcada ela foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Já tinham se passado três semanas desde a festa quando eu finalmente consegui fazer os exames. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Vou encaminhá-la para um ginecologista obstetra para que você faça o pré natal.... Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. Eu não podia acreditar nisso! Grávida? Como eu iria explicar? Não é possível. Na primeira vez que deixo a racionalidade de lado acabo grávida e nem sei quem é o pai! A Mel segurava minha mão e repetia: - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Como ficaria tudo bem? Eu nem sabia quem era o pai. Eu teria que contar isso para os meus pais, sua única filha acabaria com eles. Eles ficariam decepcionados, iriam me odiar, me colocariam pra fora de casa. Como eu ia explicar que não sei nem como é a cara do pai do meu filho? Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Tenho certeza que as pessoas que te amam vão te apoiar e ajudar. Mas você precisa se acalmar, porque só você pode cuidar para que esse bebê se desenvolva saudável e nasça forte. Você me compreende? O médico pediu a secretária para trazer um chá de camomila para mim e enquanto eu bebia o chá e tentava me acalmar ele passava todas as informações para a Melissa que ouvia tudo atentamente. Saímos do consultório e a Melissa me levou para uma lanchonete dizendo que nós precisávamos comer alguma coisa. Logo que me sentei senti as lágrimas caírem. Minha amiga me abraçou e me disse mais uma vez que eu não estava sozinha. Olhei para ela e disse: - A única certeza que tenho agora é que quero você e o Nando como padrinhos do meu filho, porque sei que vocês vão apoiá-lo e dar a ele muito amor. Os olhos dela brilharam e ela explodiu em lágrimas e soluçando me respondeu: - Eu vou ser a melhor madrinha do mundo e vou estar sempre perto do nosso bebê! E tenho certeza que o Nando vai ficar muito feliz também! Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Meus pais... ai! Comecei a raciocinar e decidi que não iria esconder deles nem por um dia, ia contar naquela noite mesmo, não iria a faculdade, pois iria pra casa falar com eles. A Mel logo me apoiou e disse: - Então vamos, eu estou com você! Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. Meus pais perceberam logo que era algo muito sério. Nos sentamos todos na sala e eu contei a eles o que estava acontecendo e que eu fui irresponsável e fiquei com um estranho na festa, não entrei em detalhes obviamente, mas deixei claro que não poderia encontrar o pai do meu filho de novo. A decepção nos olhos deles era evidente. Minha mãe soluçava de tanto chorar e dizia que eu estava arruinada. Meu pai até então não havia dito nada. A Melissa vendo como minha mãe estava nervosa foi logo na cozinha e voltou com um copo de água com açúcar para ela. Melissa sempre dá água com açúcar pra quem está nervoso dizendo que acalma, eu nunca entendi isso. Por fim, meu pai falou: - Você cometeu um erro muito grande e não tem volta. Ouvir meu pai enfatizar que eu errei fez meu coração doer ainda mais. Eu comecei a chorar e fui falando: - Eu sei, pai, eu fui irresponsável. Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você está muito enganada se acha que vai sair dessa casa assim. Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. Você não está sozinha, minha filha! E essa criança também não! – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Mas pai, eu envergonhei vocês... - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós gostaríamos que as coisas fossem diferentes para você, que não fossem tão difíceis. Você sempre foi tão responsável! Mas, se é assim, nós vamos enfrentar isso. Você não vai deixar a faculdade, mais do que nunca você precisa crescer na vida para cuidar do seu filho, você vai ser mãe solteira, sua responsabilidade é muito grande. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. A Melissa já estava chorando e logo falou com os meus pais: - Sr. Antônio, Dona Celina, vocês contem comigo, vou ajudar em tudo! Até porque eu sou a madrinha desse bebê, a Cat é como uma irmã pra mim, e vou estar sempre por perto. Meus pais olharam para ela com gratidão. Eu olhei para aqueles três me sentindo completamente abençoada por tê-los em minha vida, cheia de amor por eles e um sentimento totalmente novo por aquele serzinho que ainda crescia dentro de mim e que eu acabava de descobrir a existência! Por mais difícil que fosse ser mãe solteira, aquela noite no baile foi a melhor noite da minha vida. Eu nunca vou poder esquecer aqueles olhos azuis violeta me olhando com adoração durante nosso encontro furtivo e tudo o que meu corpo experimentou naquela noite. Eu sempre teria essa doce lembrança comigo. Os meses seguintes foram difíceis. Guardei em uma caixa o vestido, os sapatos, a máscara e o perfume que a mãe da Mel me deu. Em dias difíceis eu abria aquela caixa e revivia em minha memória aquela noite. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Eu queria matá-los! A mãe da Kelly, que era irmã da minha mãe, também não perdia a oportunidade de ir lá em casa nos atormentar, dizendo que ainda bem que a filha dela não era como eu, que era uma boa moça, que tinha se casado com um homem decente. Parecia ter esquecido que aquela puta roubou meu namorado e transou com ele na minha cama. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Quanto mais os dias passavam, mais eu amava aquele bebê, eu não tinha ideia que poderia existir um amor assim. Tudo o que eu fazia, fazia por ele. Eu o protegeria de tudo, eu daria a minha vida por ele. E, por incrível que pareça, com a gravidez parecia que todas as coisas fluíam para o meu bem, tudo ia se encaminhando e dando certo. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! Eu nunca esqueceria aquele homem! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. A essa altura ele já andava para todos os lados, sempre agarrado na vovó, que foi a primeira palavrinha que ele disse. Era um menino lindo, cabelinhos amigos bem lisinhos, pele clara, um nariz arrebitadinho e aqueles enormes olhos violeta que me faziam suspirar. Ele era o meu sol! E agora eu teria mais tempo pra ele. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe, então eu deveria procurar emprego na minha área, que ele compreenderia. Garantiu que meu emprego na construtora seria meu enquanto eu quisesse e que se eu saísse e não desse certo eu teria para onde voltar. Mas que eu deveria buscar algo na minha área de formação, para dar um futuro muito melhor para o meu filho. Eu fiquei muito emocionada com isso e aceitei o seu bom conselho. Contei pra Melissa e ela logo me disse que ia falar com o pai dela para que ele acionasse alguns contatos. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Catarina, sei que você é uma ótima garota e uma boa profissional. Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. Se você conseguir esse emprego vai exercer sua profissão em uma empresa global, é um excelente cargo, mas não é aqui em Campanário. Você teria que se mudar para Porto Paraíso. Eu sei que é um passo enorme, mas acho que você deveria considerar, vai ser excelente para você. Enfim, envie um e-mail para o endereço eletrônico no cartão com a sua resposta desistindo da vaga ou aceitando a entrevista virtual. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! O Grupo Mellendez é um dos maiores conglomerados de empresas do país! Trabalhar lá é um sonho! Eu vou aceitar a entrevista sim, se tiver que me mudar eu vou, sei que será uma grande oportunidade. – falei com convicção, pois não seria ruim me afastar daquelas pessoas maldosas da minha família, principalmente agora que a “rainha” Kelly estava grávida e a mãe dela resolveu pedir tudo que é do Pedro pro rebento do casal canalha! Ainda bem que minha mãe disse a ela que isso era um absurdo, mas que de qualquer forma seria impossível, pois eu já havia dado tudo que não servia mais para o Pedro para uma conhecida que estava grávida. Minha mãe andava muito chateada com a irmã, pois ela estava sempre se desfazendo do meu filho, sempre se referia a ele como o menino sem pai e isso magoou muito minha mãe. Indo embora dessa cidade, só vou lamentar em deixar meus pais e meus amigos, mas sei que eles vão me apoiar mais uma vez. Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Cheguei a minha mesa e falei com o meu chefe, outro Sr. Lascuran, mas ele não gostava de ser chamado assim então o chamava pelo nome: - Aldo, seu irmão conseguiu uma entrevista pra mim no Grupo Mellendez. Ele sorriu: - Eu sei, ele acabou de me ligar, acho que você deve agarrar a oportunidade, se não der certo você volta. Sorri pra ele e fui logo enviar o e-mail para marcar a entrevista. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Naquela noite em casa falei com os meus pais que entenderam, mesmo se preocupando em como eu ia cuidar de uma criança sozinha em outra cidade e ficando chorosos porque ficariam longe do neto. Me apoiaram como sempre e ficaram felizes com a oportunidade que eu recebi. Pedi que eles não contassem para ninguém. Quando a Mel chegou, ela ia todos os dias ver o afilhado, contei tudo e ela me ajudou a me preparar para o dia seguinte. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. Foi muito agradável, conversamos por duas horas, ela me passou todas as informações do cargo, salário e benefícios, no final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. De modo que gostaria que você começasse o mais rápido possível, pois eu viajo daqui a dez dias e gostaria de lhe passar tudo antes de ir. E também não gostaria de reagendar a minha partida. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta, será que o Aldo concordaria em me liberar ainda hoje? - Perfeito. Você pode me enviar um e-mail confirmando depois de falar com ele. Você tem alguma dúvida? - Não, senhora. Está tudo claro. -Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez, tenho certeza que você vai se sair muito bem. Te espero na segunda. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. O emprego era ótimo, o salário melhor ainda e eu ainda teria chance de progredir. Era um sonho. Mas era hora de correr para resolver tudo. Fui imediatamente falar com meu chefe. Ele ficou feliz, ligou para a contabilidade e mandou fazer meu acerto imediatamente. Após o acerto ele me liberou, disse que eu teria sempre um lugar para voltar se precisasse, mas que sabia que eu iria me dar muito bem. O agradeci por tudo e saí. Mandei o e-mail de confirmação para a Sra. Mariana, dizendo que na segunda, às oito da manhã, estaria na empresa, e fui logo falar com a Mel e o pai dela, tinha que agradecer. E aí foi a Mel quem me surpreendeu: - O que você achou, que ia levar meu afilhado embora assim? Não vai mesmo! Meu pai conseguiu uma entrevista para mim na Lince Mundi em Porto Paraíso. Eu vou me mudar com você e vamos morar juntas. O que acha? Isso era perfeito! Fiquei muito feliz, mas logo perguntei: - Mel, mas e o Nando? - O Nando já pediu na empresa a transferência dele pra filial de Porto Paraíso, lá ele terá mais oportunidades também. Ele vai daqui a quinze dias. Amiga, vida nova para nós três. Eu estava muito feliz. A Mel já havia orquestrado tudo. O Nando ia nos levar e ela ficaria com o Pedro para eu trabalhar até conseguirmos a creche. Ela já tinha três creches para visitar e o pai dela já havia disponibilizado um apartamento mobiliado na cidade pra gente. Era bom demais, eu estava até com medo. Percebendo, a Mel me cutucou e me disse: - Aprenda a aceitar as coisas boas que a vida te oferece! Eu sorri pra ela e fomos para a casa dos meus pais. Era hora de dar a notícia e nos despedir. Porto Paraíso fica do outro lado do país, então ficaríamos sem nos ver um tempo. Meus pais ficaram felizes, até eu dizer que partiria na manhã seguinte, aí a despedida foi uma tristeza. Era difícil deixá-los para trás, mas era necessário. Com o salário que eu receberia, poderia ajudá-los agora. Isso era bom. Na manhã seguinte o Nando e a Mel chegaram pontualmente. O pai da Mel deu uma caminhonete de presente para ela, o que facilitou muito fazer nossa mudança. O Nando colocou tudo na caminhonete e lá fomos nós, seria o dia todo na estrada. Chegamos a Porto Paraíso já era tarde da noite de sábado, Pedrinho estava muito cansado, se divertiu muito durante a viagem, era tudo novidade. Nos acomodamos, pedimos comida e depois de comer fomos dormir. No domingo percorremos a cidade reconhecendo tudo, Porto Paraíso era uma cidade muito grande, cheia de indústrias, muito moderna, ficava no litoral e o porto atraia muitos negócios para a cidade, era um centro urbano de primeiro mundo. O apartamento em que iríamos morar ficava perto de uma das creches que a Mel havia contactado, isso era ótimo, e também não ficava longe da empresa, de metrô eu chegaria em vinte minutos. Era lindo, decorado em estilo moderno e bem arejado e iluminado, com janelas enormes. À noite deixamos o Nando no aeroporto e de volta em casa fomos descansar, o dia seguinte seria um grande dia, eu começaria no emprego e a Mel faria sua entrevista virtual e marcaria com a diretora da creche perto do apartamento para irmos conhecer e conversar. Coloquei meu filho na cama, ele estava cansado de tanto que se divertiu hoje. Eu observei por um tempo seu soninho tranquilo e estava confiante de que aqui nós teríamos uma vida muito boa. Pedro agora tinha seu próprio quarto, eu e a Mel combinamos de comprar umas coisinhas para deixar bem a nossa cara, dar um toque pessoal. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. Fui muito bem recebida pela Sra. Mariana, que me apresentou todo mundo e todos foram gentis. O chefe não estava lá, estava viajando e chegaria no final da semana. O escritório era lindo, muito moderno, todo decorado em branco, aço inox e detalhes verdes, muito profissional e acolhedor ao mesmo tempo. Era elegante e eu gostei muito. Fiquei particularmente feliz por ter escolhido vestir um terno amigo, com uma blusa de cetim verde escuro por baixo e saltos amigos. Eu deveria estar elegante todos os dias agora, afinal ia trabalhar direto com o presidente da empresa. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. É um garotinho muito esperto. Não foi planejado, mas é a razão da minha vida! - Qual o nome dele? - Pedro. - Pedro. Um nome forte. Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Contei para ela que o pai do Pedro era um homem que eu conheci em uma festa e nunca mais vi, ela me olhava séria, não havia julgamento nos olhos dela. Então me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Obrigada pela confiança e honestidade. Vai lá resolver a creche para o seu filho, continuamos à tarde, não precisa correr. Agradeci e me despedi dela indo encontrar a Mel e o Pedro. Minha admiração e respeito pela Sra. Mariana só cresciam. Ela é uma mulher de uns cinquenta e cinco anos, cabelos loiros bem claros e olhos azuis quase transparentes. É uma mulher bonita e elegante, mas principalmente é muito acolhedora. Nós nos demos muito bem. Durante o resto da manhã ela me encheu de informações sobre o trabalho e eu ia anotando tudo. Na hora do almoço eu saí do prédio e a Mel já estava me esperando na porta com o Pedro. Entrei no carro e fomos almoçar antes de ir à creche. Eu e a Mel adoramos a creche e o Pedro já estava enturmado correndo com os novos amiguinhos, ele é um menino muito extrovertido. Isso me deixou muito feliz! Meu filho estava feliz! Desistimos de ver as outras creches, pois essa era ótima e ficava muito perto de casa, a três quarteirões de distância. Fizemos a matrícula e acertamos todos os detalhes. A diretora sugeriu que deixássemos o Pedro até o final do dia, já que ele estava se divertindo e assim já ia se adaptando. A Mel ficou de buscá-lo no fim do dia. A Mel me deixou na empresa novamente e me disse que voltaria pra casa para se preparar para a entrevista de trabalho que seria no meio da tarde. Voltei à minha sala e cheguei antes da Sra. Mariana. Sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou e eu fiquei sem saber o que fazer, mas aquela seria minha mesa, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. Levei um susto, mas me controlei e respondi: - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. Posso ajudá-lo ou o senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. - Perfeitamente, senhor. E qual o seu nome? - Parece que eu sou o seu chefe! – falou rispidamente e desligou o telefone. Nossa, que homem estressado! Isso não estava na descrição do cargo. Imediatamente minha garganta apertou, meu chefe e eu já tinha causado má impressão? Eu estava muito ferrada! Comecei a pensar que não ia durar nesse emprego. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio, e perguntou: - Ele estava calmo? Eu olhei pra ela e não aguentei: - Ele estava a ponto de ter um colapso nervoso. Certamente a jugular dele estava saltando no pescoço. Ela caiu na gargalhada e depois disse: - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza. Eu não tinha essa certeza. Talvez eu nem devesse desfazer as malas, esse homem iria me engolir viva!		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2632939	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 7:15 AM	1733881898	1745842553		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						1.2428851425674E+14	ANTONIO'S Maitland	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848102_954807513221421_8423266046255381287_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eo1fRMizwRwQ7kNvgFYC8gJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYBrDjvzarMuXXp_UWyPkQZPkBcZsjB5UAOTQyf4jl1cRw&oe=675EA662	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Need an awesome gift for a family member, friend, or distant relative this year? Come To Antonio's and create your own custom made gift basket for them!! Don’t have the time to create one yourself? We have great premade baskets as well! Great Selection. Great Pricing. We cook what we sell, and we sell what we cook! https://antoniosonline.com/antonios-market/ #bestitalianfood #orlandfoodscene #Antonios #orlandoeats #orlandorestaurants #orlandofamilyfun #BestItalianOrlando #orlandorestaurants #OrlandoFoodScene #weekdayplans #orlandofoodies #outdoordining #maitlandflorida #maitlandfoodies #maitlandrestaurants #bestitalianmaitland		ANTONIO'S Maitland		5755	https://www.facebook.com/AntoniosRistoranteOrlando/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2634059	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 2:47 AM	1733881992	1749541624		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/authorkellyrey			1.069467491636E+14	authorkellyrey	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/345552789_790360802446693_5975748069738807610_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=0cITm_KnWo8Q7kNvgHqJ2tZ&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA7k5hxV-_yFnFpt-cp9s87JsA2f-6whewRIPDbvr5brA&oe=675ED523	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				authorkellyrey		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/authorkellyrey	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633339	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 7:17 AM	1733881936	1745842676		1987																										www.theworkofthepeople.com	Learn more			VIDEO	ADVENTUS: Joining A Hope That Has Come FILM TRAILER		http://www.theworkofthepeople.com/			191880615681	The Work of the People	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781904_882760260691056_8726168583306733656_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0Ew-Wep21akQ7kNvgHvZwon&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYASQhaj00yP54G8_R0qh2dpwb4hQTo7y-Ibsbm4MvlicQ&oe=675ED69D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Adventus: An Advent film about the "joining of a Hhope that has come" with Walter Brueggemann, Kelly Brown Douglas, Stanley Hauerwas, Parker Palmer, Fleming Rutledge, Nadia Bolz-Weber, Ilia Delio, Emilie Townes, James Alison, Richard Rohr, Brené Brown, Jürgen Moltmann, and others. "Advent creates people, new people." - Jürgen Moltmann Preview Adventus: https://www.theworkofthepeople.com/film-series/adventus-joining-a-hope-that-has-come Advent Films and Visual Liturgies: https://www.theworkofthepeople.com/landing/advent-films-2024 The Work of the People subscription info: https://www.theworkofthepeople.com/landing		The Work of the People		127569	https://www.facebook.com/theworkofthepeople/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633167	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 7:35 AM	1733881919	1745843740		1987																										pacagen.com	Shop Now			DCO	Neutralize 98% of Cat Allergens	Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing products are the #1 remedy for cat allergens. Developed with veterinarians and engineered for world-class efficacy, our breakthrough technology removes 98% of cat allergens on contact, so you can breathe easy around your cats. Real science for real results. Click now to try Risk Free for 30 Days.	https://pacagen.com/pages/home			1.016483762011E+14	Pacagen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469896064_1986740535134725_4356731127923917434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F7zB4KVKn-AQ7kNvgHcmL_C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYCeMPA0w_UwzwyZMaCdHd8mcBRi-eYKv8B9X7SJBW661A&oe=675EC008	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got cat allergies? 96% of Pacagen customers reported that Pacagen helped their or a loved ones feel relief fast. Experience it for yourself at Pacagen.com!		Pacagen		3861	https://www.facebook.com/pacagen/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632726	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 2:11 AM	1733881879	1749539508		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459838968_8514544031929920_6260341156900227967_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B_KfdwBV-nUQ7kNvgEZNrNC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYA_-BrxJH8IiYV5cjBNmKrWdOkycOlOihD4xC1HpiABoQ&oe=675EA767	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633650	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 7:44 AM	1733881964	1745844293		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE	instagram.com		http://instagram.com/meganfoxkelly			1.0372561817453E+14	Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469518021_1102888401245816_2560295514125299342_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=U-3xDWtQyWYQ7kNvgHhDkt-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCbKUJJ1f7jLxvzGgxoWx8vPmDLEJ6F5U7G8RlMgJ7T3Q&oe=675EB9A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Great art books for your holiday gift list: “Manet: A Model Family” 📚 Edited by Diana Seave Greenwald and published by Princeton University Press, this book offers a fascinating look at the personal life and family relationships that shaped one of art history’s most influential painters. Richly illustrated and brimming with new scholarship, this book is a must for anyone curious about the man behind the masterpieces. Ideal for lovers of 19th-century French painting or anyone fascinated by the interplay of personal and creative life. Perfect for those who love art that is both personal and revolutionary, it’s a must-read for fans of French modernism. 🔗 To learn more, listen to our Reading the Art World podcast episode with exhibition curator and catalogue editor, Diana Greenwald, at the link in bio. Stay tuned for more of my favorite books for holiday giving in the days to come! _ @princetonupress @gardnermuseum @dsgreenwald #mfkaa #meganfoxkelly #artadvisor #artadvisory #giftlist #holidaybooklist #giftguide #isabellastewartgardner #dianagreenwald #princetonupress #readingtheartworld		Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory		239	https://www.facebook.com/MFKAdvisory/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632613	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 8:05 AM	1733881867	1745845507		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460660206_1026422615884580_7275128131490743741_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lUzCMlmZdAEQ7kNvgG1Vdan&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCqlLnUA9E6bRqmuqQZN_RwmyODVIiZglE92QwxgazOKg&oe=675EC387	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632711	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 3:23 AM	1733881878	1749543804		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459337110_1229099008283530_7805835300180501436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q6uM1gP-DzEQ7kNvgHW02NV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCB308_ApqPRkWpYpxSxyqdfQN9yBFQG4dQgulyjE8lbw&oe=675EB3E4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633221	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 4:24 AM	1733881925	1749547459		1987																										carcan.com	Order Now			DCO	BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT UNDER $10	{{product.description}}	http://www.carcan.com/			1.0347826115035E+14	CarCan	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469910263_553669940799957_6432912167598061659_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yhWYfbhKUhgQ7kNvgEGD1sI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYDf3WUgvCyu8AyKdM1HgXrtxiImm9_9FwWCU2Up0KNrKw&oe=675EAEE8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		EXCLUSIVE: 1-DAY SALE! 🚨 50% OFF TODAY ONLY on Facebook! All we ask is you SHARE THIS POST TO BE FAIR - we lose money if you don't! 😊 • Millions of happy customers i❤️ • Billions of plastic bags saved ♻️ AS SEEN ON TV WITH SHARK TANKS HOST Don't love it? Keep it free - that's our guarantee! 😊 Text "SALE" to 227226 for exclusive deals & updates! ALMOST OUT OF STOCK ⏰ WE PROMISE TO ALWAYS OVER DELIVER AND WE APPRECIATE ALL THE SUPPORT OVER THE YEARS CARCANS FOREVER ❤️ Don’t Forget to share this post it helps so much		CarCan		14245	https://www.facebook.com/CarCanOnline/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633881	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 4:25 AM	1733881979	1749547537		1987																											Call now			VIDEO	Newcastle UMC Sunday Service - December 8th, 2024					20667221435	Newcastle United Methodist Church	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469824425_1070464451544058_2959046320354305409_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=t6orvDYdUAsQ7kNvgGx6SOW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYDnORM0t5NKixUiZiqb5eWf5WDzmlLHLbrjwXfGnFYsIg&oe=675EAC35	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		On this 2nd Sunday of advent, we are reflecting on Mary's pregnancy. As we light the candle of Peace, we are reminded of the peace that Christ brings into the world. https://newcastleumc.breezechms.com/give/online #numcok #pastorAshleyGreenYoung #newcastleok		Newcastle United Methodist Church		582	https://www.facebook.com/NewcastleUnitedMethodistChurch/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632967	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 8:27 AM	1733881900	1745846827		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809738_462089096934674_1672682865870711777_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8icSuiDcGRQQ7kNvgHwyKQS&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAOMhQvMQvuVC11fA-ccbxsrBJnbuESBKM068qwEZkSiQ&oe=675EA4FD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack. SLAM. The slap hit Skylar harder than usual. "What did I do this time, princess?" She asks sarcastically. "You loser don't stop me disciplining that pup!" Kaley hisses. Everyone around just stands there watching or laughing, including Skylar's Beta brother and other future leaders. They think if one can't handle a bit hit, he is too weak to be worth their time. "Pick on people your own size, girl." Skylar risks to look up. That only earns her another slap. More blood runs down. It's fine by Skylar, though. She's got her wolf six years earlier than her peers secretly, not some weak nobody everyone believes she is. Besides, it's just better that Kaley targets only her and not some vulnerable pups. Skylar just has to keep her head low, and train hard, so that she can become an elite warrior and leave the sad pack forever. Training is the only place Skylar dosen't have to worry about Kaley. She gets to be herself and stays unnoticed. But a new arriver makes things take a turn today. Sierra walks in like she owns the place. All young males can't take their eyes off her during the practice. Until Delta Kyle loudly gets their attention, “Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” Skylar is taken aback, but not her wolf. Sierra is way stronger than her. An uproar surfaces. Skylar hears mumbles of ‘what?’ ‘30 seconds no way’ and giggles. Even her beta brother looks stiffened while their twin Alpha gazes linger on her. That sets her and her wolf off. They're trying to be invisible. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” A snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves. Her wolf grumbles. Now Skylar's blood is boiling as is her wolf’s. Shall we? Skylar asks her wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633012	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 8:47 AM	1733881908	1745848027		1987																										kazoomagazine.com	Shop now			IMAGE	The Power Up Bundle	The perfect gift for girls, 5 to 12! Get four issues of Kazoo at once: Girl Power (#31), Weird (#32), Clever (#33) and Winners' (#34). It's hours and hours worth of screen-free fun! Kids will summon their power, celebrate their individuality, do tons of puzzles, make fun crafts, read amazing stories...	https://kazoomagazine.com/collections/all/products/the-power-up-bundle			1.5275264475525E+15	KAZOO magazine	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811190_1584246265816196_674825775484756968_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BrZ-qi85qQkQ7kNvgF2WRYb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYAPE38mq7krz1XtZs47SA3K6IHph_rqiE7OSPcfseuOnA&oe=675EC17C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🔴 The perfect gift! Power Up with four of our best issues of Kazoo at once. 🔴 For: Girls, 5 to 12, who love to feel powerful, be themselves, think smart, and win. 🔴 Included: We’ve bundled together four issues: Girl Power (#31), Weird (#32), Clever (#33) and Winners’ (#34). It’s hours and hours worth of screen-free fun! Kids will summon their power, celebrate their individuality, do tons of puzzles, make fun crafts, read amazing stories, and more. 🔴 Bonus: A free Kazoo sticker and bookmark 🔴 Featured experts: Tennis champion Billie Jean King, artist Shantell Martin, astronomer Kate Follette Ph.D., Sesame Street puppeteer Megan Piphus, marine biologist Chelsea Bennice, Ph.D., rock climber Kathy Karlo, artist Jenny Holzer, chef Molly Yeh, and more. 🔴 Short story contributors: Bestseller Lynne Kelly, Caldecott Honor winner Doreen Cronin, and National Book Award Finalists Kate Milford and Kathi Appelt 🔴 Comic contributors: Eisner winners Kat Leyh and Rosemary Valero-O’Connell, The New Yorker’s Emily Flake and Marvel’s Alitha E. Martinez 🔴 Specs: 256 full-color pages of fun. No ads. Order by December 18 for holiday delivery‼️ #kazoomagazine #printlives		KAZOO magazine		15850	https://www.facebook.com/kazoomagazine/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632661	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 8:48 AM	1733881872	1745848120		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633651	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 9:09 AM	1733881964	1745849387		1987																											Learn more			IMAGE			https://amarillodrycarpetcleaning.com/services/wood-floor-refinishing/			1.4875961184331E+14	Amarillo DryCarpet Services	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469851396_876895154526763_7436105474127855084_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4lbJ_tkqJlYQ7kNvgFIVHHA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCAPWSBv7LQMIptQEISMjfTbD1bVvaZ9E1kZhVCXVh1tA&oe=675EAE48	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Holiday Guests Coming? 🎄 Protect your hardwood floors from scratches, scuffs, and dullness caused by daily wear and tear. Regular care = stunning looks + prevents deeper damage over time! Contact us today for a FREE consultation: 🌐 amarillodrycarpetcleaning.com 📞 806-808-0770 📧 kelly@amarillodrycarpet.com 📍 Amarillo DryCarpet Services 3784 Business Park Dr Amarillo, TX 79110		Amarillo DryCarpet Services		1138	https://www.facebook.com/amarillodrycarpet/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633447	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 9:20 AM	1733881950	1745850057		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633936	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 7:50 AM	1733881983	1749559835		1987																										fertilitylabcourse.com	Learn More			DCO	How Women Prepare for IVF During The Holidays [FREE TRAINING]	{{product.description}}	https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e			3.136569254766E+14	Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469564344_1772892426865064_7737716519277983725_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VqnYmmwu0GkQ7kNvgGUiYsu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBwzCyHqdLdXzxE39u7RSe3X1vqYDWjr1Ur8MaoIZlRLg&oe=675EC211	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Starting IVF in the New Year? The holidays sometimes feel like they get in the way of moving forward on the fertility path. I often hear the disappointment from clients saying that these next weeks are a “waste of time.” Lab closures, postponements and travel might seem like frustrating roadblocks. But they don’t have to be. We can use this window of time to our advantage and actually IMPROVE the chances of a successful IVF with it! The most common pitfalls that women and couples fall into while they wait to start their IVF are: ❌ Thinking that IVF alone can overcome all fertility challenges ❌ Not actually preparing their body to get the most out of their IVF cycle ❌ Not using an integrative approach that actually IMPROVES fertility at its root Think of an IVF cycle like a marathon for the body. Someone wouldn't just show up on race day without having trained ahead of time, would they? There is SO MUCH that can (and should) be done to get ready! I have been helping women prepare for their IVF and get pregnant for over 20 years, even when previous cycles have failed. By using my integrative strategy, women and couples have been able to overcome fertility obstacles and bring home their baby. Learn about the system these women are using over the holidays in this free Masterclass. Watch it HERE 👇 https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e		Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.		174	https://www.facebook.com/renwellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632856	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 10:14 AM	1733881889	1745853289		1987																										relief.chiropracticpatientoffer.net	Learn more			VIDEO	$47 Non-Surgical Treatment (Normally $350)	⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (160+)	https://relief.chiropracticpatientoffer.net/spinedesignchiropractic-2025			1.8745116444924E+14	Chiropractic Solutions	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848119_2337113313295657_2615767109895654680_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=U6Oxgu8F-nEQ7kNvgHJ9LyQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYCR4BJK6tJo8ZcaO3mqAibc6Qmu2GPKAhPkndnJNnByvA&oe=675ED059	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Chronic back pain is just something you have to live with... (read more) What if I told you that isn't true. Hey! I’m Dr. Denise Carlstrom, D.C. I’ve helped countless people in Jupiter, FL find relief from back pain they thought would never go away. No injections. No risky medications. No endless recovery times. Just safe, proven treatments that work. Our protocol is: ✅ FDA-cleared ✅ 100% safe ✅ Designed to get real results If you’re dealing with sciatica, nerve pain, or chronic back discomfort, we can help! And to make it easy, we’re offering a Rapid Back Pain Relief Consultation for just $47. Here’s what’s included: ✔ Consultation ✔ Exam ✔ X-rays (if needed) ✔ Treatment recommendations Normally, this is $350. Click “Sign Up” to see if you qualify. You don’t have to keep living with pain. Love y'all! 📍 Dr. Denise Carlstrom, D.C. Spine Design Chiropractic 1102 W Indiantown Rd STE 11, Jupiter, FL 33458		Chiropractic Solutions		191	https://www.facebook.com/61554287102937/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634191	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 8:03 AM	1733882000	1749560582		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	The Greatest Female Singers Of All Time, Ranked	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			3.1752367550425E+14	Cookie - Fun Games	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469646794_1836940063505875_7820577463144461469_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ciZkIwzx9RQQ7kNvgGpO7jY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYBxrzMN4EM28aHBqVI04C_G2ei4eDU219_kIRCV-DHUEQ&oe=675EB257	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		Cookie - Fun Games		16066	https://www.facebook.com/100046418005209/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633728	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 10:22 AM	1733881969	1745853745		1987																										hoffmancustomhomes.com	Learn More			DCO	Luxury Townhomes Near Downtown Edmond	{{product.description}}	https://www.hoffmancustomhomes.com/okc/the-abbey?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Paid+Social			9.5671540440723E+14	Hoffman Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469704690_2241897276181038_673120812858974462_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z7jsdWTRgzAQ7kNvgEW4ZLQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBwdIEqHueuBO9a1Pz3lMIEQzCUL38_uKM9xECUFEoj8Q&oe=675EB786	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨Only a few townhomes remaining! 🚨 Welcome to The Abbey, a boutique townhome community designed for active adults, busy professionals and empty nesters who crave luxury, convenience and low-maintenance living. ✨Just minutes from historic downtown Edmond ✨ Landscaping included ✨ Modern finishes like quartz and vaulted ceilings ✨ Community spaces: dog park, BBQ area, and pavilion Click "Learn more" to view available homes. But act fast, homes are selling out quickly.		Hoffman Homes		1474	https://www.facebook.com/HoffmanCustomHomes/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634160	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 11:11 AM	1733881998	1745856701		1987																										gingerellarox.com	Learn More			DCO	Build Your Six-Figure Body Sculpting Business Today	{{product.description}}	https://kellymcintosh.samcart.com/products/gingerellarox-instant-body-sculpting-programme-bundle			3.6567597684693E+14	Gingerella Rox	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469638336_1091444378874184_7396376430209065004_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RmbjolEuBLUQ7kNvgEQxMT-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYB2LpmSDrroNtSdaM71-ELBvnP89nFu9-26YJGFRW9pVQ&oe=675EA882	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why is Gingerella Rox Australia’s No.1 Body Sculpting Academy? Because I’m dedicated to my students' success! In the last 17 months, over 550+ body sculpting graduates have achieved life-changing results—some earning $100k in less than a year working part-time! 💜 This isn't just another body sculpting course. It’s a complete toolkit to build your six-figure body sculpting business from scratch—even if you’re starting with zero followers. You’ll learn Fat Cavitation, RF Skin Tightening, Vacuum Therapy, and more, plus receive ongoing support and even your own machine! With my exclusive instant mapping techniques, you’ll create INSTANT results that keep clients coming back again and again. The best part? Anyone can succeed, regardless of background! Many of my students have quit their jobs and now run their businesses on their own terms—working around their families and enjoying more freedom. My online students achieve the same outstanding success as my in-person students. This body sculpting program is accessible worldwide, so no matter where you are, you can enroll, gain expert skills, and get certified! Don’t just take my word for it—check out my RESULTS highlight on Instagram @gingerella_rox, with over 100 5-star Google reviews. You can also visit my website to see our Certified Technicians across Australia, Scotland, Ireland, the US, and New Zealand! Got questions? Contact us today! 💜		Gingerella Rox		18417	https://www.facebook.com/roxgingerella/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632615	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 12:26 PM	1733881867	1745861189		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460660206_1026422615884580_7275128131490743741_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lUzCMlmZdAEQ7kNvgG1Vdan&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCqlLnUA9E6bRqmuqQZN_RwmyODVIiZglE92QwxgazOKg&oe=675EC387	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632669	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 8:30 AM	1733881873	1749562253		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460715832_415028057897621_7384244897386655922_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_c2Fvl7SZdAQ7kNvgHN4Xll&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCksYLKSvN8bcVdR4PgPH13mIo501qRtq2yvfpG7cvRdw&oe=675EC699	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632682	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 10:18 AM	1733881874	1746112730		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459712650_1573936379870385_1009548735214622604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ArLzS_63YUgQ7kNvgE6D-c8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAzXVAr73NFwnDGl_Zd8Bv9cciVUAbO5w12nbPMHDIVSw&oe=675EABC7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632882	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 10:25 AM	1733881892	1749569144		1987																										mpv.tickets.com	Order now			IMAGE	Mattie Kelly Arts Center, Niceville, Fl, Feb 8, 2025 7:30PM Presents A fantastic New Show Good Rockin Tonight" Staring "The NY Rockets"	"DIRECT FROM NY" A Fantastic NEW Show "Good Rockin Tonight" Staring "The NY Rockets". "From the roots of rockabilly where it all started to the greatest Rock & Roll hits of the 50's, 60's & beyond" You'll be talking about This Theatrical production long after the lights go down. 🚀 Secure your spo...	https://bit.ly/MattieKelly2025			1.5582709311393E+15	The NY Rockets	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811290_2045503009229325_2793800736514653182_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TemjRrBHpl4Q7kNvgEFk2gZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYB7ELFIZ3Jb8joEF_qXytSNpzMutA7voWGCJ97WcOmPAg&oe=675EC0EC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"DIRECT FROM NY" "The NY Rockets" Mattie Kelly Arts Center, Niceville, Fl, Feb 28, 2025 7:30PM		The NY Rockets		4422	https://www.facebook.com/newyorkrockabillyrockets/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632716	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 12:41 PM	1733881879	1745862106		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459528630_2026206471170939_4210841087670428699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R4k6284i_CoQ7kNvgF194aK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAV4I-yxQvmSytHqtTPGBxOz6saWAJipBQmQuWhA6XS1A&oe=675EA66C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633248	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 10:58 AM	1733881927	1749571093		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633991	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 11:14 AM	1733881988	1749572055		1987																										ad.readinkapp.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔞😍Click here to read on👉👉👉 The Unthinkable Happens		https://ad.readinkapp.com/ad/index.html?pixelId=956222069252271&pageId=672de72d5e24b527571cd75d&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}			4.9628025689622E+14	Best novel	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469120850_549908481177106_5888024650766646722_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qzAYC_ZZm9kQ7kNvgE-GkFb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYBo5g2K-e2KNmJWM3-JhJFCGRZZgQL2G1UYiyNiGdiS1w&oe=675EC831	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"⚠⚠⚠🔞🔞🔞I thought signing the divorce papers would be the hardest part, but little did I know that what awaited me at home was hell... 📜💔 #LifeChangingMoments #BraveDecisions #divorce #abuse #billionaire #brokenlove #lovefallsapart #domesticviolence #voiolence #domesticviolence #beating #divorceromance #divorcebook #divorcenovel #goodnovel #trauma #strongfemalelead #womaninjeopardy🔥🔥🔥 ------ ""Excuse me, Miss Adams?"" The clerk asked from the opposite side of the counter. ""Huh?"" I responded, looking dazed standing there. I was not paying much attention to what was going on, even though she was ready for my cooperation. ""Here, ma'am,"" she said, looking at me with an irritated expression as to my being spaced out. ""I need you to sign here, on the bottom line on this page where it reads 'Signature', then be sure to sign the next page as well."" I looked at the document she pushed toward me, noticing she had already signed it under 'County Court Clerk'. I reached out and took the pen she held out for me to take before I scribbled my name on the signature line of the first page. Then I proceeded to sign the second page. In this moment, I realized that was the hardest thing I ever had to do. I had hoped that by doing this, it would make a difference in my life for once. When I was finished, I placed the pen down on all the papers before me and slid them back across the counter. She took the small stack of papers, adding a few more before stapling it all together, stamping the back page of each copy, and then handing me back both sets. ""Here you go,"" she said next, handing them over. ""The next step will be for this to get signed by the judge. Then it will be official as long as there is no one to contest it. The whole process should be done in about 3 to 4 months at best. But if there are any issues, then it may take longer for your divorce to be completed. Do you want him to be served?"" ""Yes I would like that,"" I said timidly as I was quite nervous about my decision to do this legally. ""Ummm, where do I go to? To get a protective order?"" ""That will be just down the hall in Suite C,"" she said sternly. As I looked down at the papers I held delicately in my hands, I had an instant feeling of regret. When I turned away from her, she said something, catching my attention once more as she said, ""However, I do believe they are out for lunch, small town after all. Do you think you will be able to wait?"" ""No, I am afraid I really must be getting back home,"" I said, knowing he should be there by now. ""They will be there in about 45 minutes to an hour if you happen to change your mind,"" she said, turning to walk away from me. I left feeling guilty as I walked out of the clerk's office holding the 2 small stapled bundles of papers in my hands. For some strange reason, I thought everyone was looking at me, so I kept my eyes glued to the floor, making my way outside. I was very self-conscious at that point, so I hurried back home. I thought about what I was going to say when the time came. And, when I could get away to apply for the protective order next. Time seemed to pass like nothing when I finally pulled into my driveway. I looked around before opening the door. All seemed quiet around the house. Was he even here? I got out, slowly. He was nowhere to be seen. I walked inside, still listening intently for the slightest sound. Was he even here? However, when I walked into the living room from the kitchen, everything changed. Out of nowhere, came a fist flying toward my face, punching me square in the mouth. I screamed out in pain as I closed my eyes. I felt a hand firmly wrap around my neck, while my back was slammed up against the wall. ""What the Hell do you think you are doing?!"" Shane yelled at me. I gasped for air, trying to respond to him. ""What are you talking about?"" I managed to ask. That infuriated him, and he wrapped a second hand around my throat, squeezing tighter. I instinctively placed my hands on his wrists, trying to get him to let go. ""I am talking about you being at the courthouse today, Kelly Anne! You were filing for divorce! What makes you think you are going to get rid of me??!"" He harped at me sharply. ""What?!"" I asked him, shocked by his words. Who saw me? No, better yet, who could have told him?! I had only just left there and went straight home. He strangely loosened his grip slightly as I whispered. ""I don't understand."" ""How can you not understand?"" He scoffed, looking at me aggressively with an evil look in his eye. ""You're telling me, you didn't see Nadine?! She was there paying one of my fines. She looked right at you. She saw and heard everything you said."" He turned slightly away before glaring again. ""Oh yeah. You want me to be served by a deputy?! You know I have outstanding warrants. Were you planning on them picking me up at that time too?"" He finally let go of my throat, and grabbed both of my shoulders while raising his knee, before he thrust it in my stomach. I gasped for air as I landed on the floor, hard! He then reared his foot back, kicking me in the chest. I thought he split my sternum in two with the force of that blow. He wore steel-toed boots too. I coughed violently, wrapping my arms around my chest, and curling into a ball. He suddenly knelt before me, scowling while reaching for my right arm. I kept coughing as he snickered at me, ""I will make it to where you're not able to sign your name unless I do it for you."" He twisted my arm, trying to give it an Indian burn. But! He used such a grip, twisting each hand in the opposite direction at such a speed that he broke my arm! I screamed out with all my might. You would have thought he dropped a 10-ton beam on my arm. I was in so much pain I was sure the neighbors could hear me if they were paying attention. All of a sudden, Nadine rushed into the living room, screeching, ""The cops are coming!"" ""What!?"" He yelled, standing to his feet while turning to face her. ""How is that possible?"" ""I stayed there after she left, overhearing them run your name through the system,"" his sister said, glaring hatefully at me. ""They ended up calling in a deputy. They said you had warrants for forced entry, assault and battery, and domestic abuse."" He paced while I cradled my broken arm, trying to protect it, when he turned around to face me after hearing this news. In the distance, we could all hear the sound of sirens getting closer. She left the front door open when she rushed inside. He walked over to me, adding, ""If I'm going to go, then I should go out in style!"" He moved his leg back about to kick me. I thought he was going to kick me in the stomach again, but I was so wrong. He ended up kicking me in the face, breaking my nose. Any harder and he could have killed me. I was dazed, my vision going in and out. I could hear the sounds of shouting while everything around me was fuzzy. Come to find out, Nadine left the door wide open. When the deputies approached the door, they could see me lying there on the floor, bleeding all over. ""Freeze!"" I heard someone shout as my vision started to fade to black. What's going to happen now? 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2633935	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 11:17 AM	1733881983	1749572263		1987																										fertilitylabcourse.com	Learn More			DCO	How Women Prepare for IVF During The Holidays [FREE TRAINING]	{{product.description}}	https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e			3.136569254766E+14	Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669579_1296937598007930_605958217930871247_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fuOT2TXdxAAQ7kNvgHMPtCR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBHOT-XJfIIgZyjOOCs1ynGX7MXZ9VkdIFmZxajYUX89g&oe=675ED03D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Starting IVF in the New Year? The holidays sometimes feel like they get in the way of moving forward on the fertility path. I often hear the disappointment from clients saying that these next weeks are a “waste of time.” Lab closures, postponements and travel might seem like frustrating roadblocks. But they don’t have to be. We can use this window of time to our advantage and actually IMPROVE the chances of a successful IVF with it! The most common pitfalls that women and couples fall into while they wait to start their IVF are: ❌ Thinking that IVF alone can overcome all fertility challenges ❌ Not actually preparing their body to get the most out of their IVF cycle ❌ Not using an integrative approach that actually IMPROVES fertility at its root Think of an IVF cycle like a marathon for the body. Someone wouldn't just show up on race day without having trained ahead of time, would they? There is SO MUCH that can (and should) be done to get ready! I have been helping women prepare for their IVF and get pregnant for over 20 years, even when previous cycles have failed. By using my integrative strategy, women and couples have been able to overcome fertility obstacles and bring home their baby. Learn about the system these women are using over the holidays in this free Masterclass. Watch it HERE 👇 https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e		Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.		174	https://www.facebook.com/renwellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634051	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 11:40 AM	1733881992	1749573655		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633407	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 2:08 PM	1733881948	1745867321		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633670	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 12:09 PM	1733881966	1749575352		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633819	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 12:15 PM	1733881975	1749575758		1987																										kellyburchill.com				IMAGE	Hurricane Recovery Expo		https://kellyburchill.com/hurricane-recovery-resources			1.4612558041769E+15	Kelly Burchill Tampa Real Estate Advisor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469474767_9027377453991109_8666323847271718547_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LSoGIesLblUQ7kNvgFJST1j&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBXxSn4CrmM2XvwYikLX78cwM7PKk9SOEUUfwLIsxVOlg&oe=675EDAAB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click to learn more!		Kelly Burchill Tampa Real Estate Advisor		559	https://www.facebook.com/BrokerKellyBurchill/	0										View Edit Delete
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2634172	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 2:27 PM	1733881999	1745868457		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE	instagram.com		http://instagram.com/somethings_wrong_here_pcast			3.7915925195342E+14	Somethings Wrong Here Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469606669_1153859126156658_2980864998703416217_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CKWO-ARu2toQ7kNvgH77a1X&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYApbPQRkx-Y-USjKevih-SMqLbse-440NV82a1Fgiu_0w&oe=675EDA99	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		If you google “Race with the least finishers,” the first result will be the Barkley Marathons. 38 years and only 20 finishers. It’s the “race that eats its young.” My cohosts and I got the privilege to interview John Kelly, a super human who has finished this race 3 times. It was an honor and hope you all enjoy! All ways to watch or listen are in our bio. Huge thanks again to @randomforestrunner		Somethings Wrong Here Podcast		127	https://www.facebook.com/61563909314982/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634184	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 2:28 PM	1733882000	1745868509		1987																										www.celebbeautysecrets.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Kelly's Transformation - How She Lost 100		https://www.celebbeautysecrets.com/jb-quiz?utm_source={{site_source_name}}&utm_medium={{placement}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}_{{campaign.id}}&utm_term={{adset.name}}_{{adset.id}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}_{{ad.id}}&cmc_adid=fb_{{ad.id}}			1.9963262718214E+14	Emma Johnson	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469650927_3540835516225333_1680286528026397581_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=q5pdltyVprkQ7kNvgHtQikv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYDVA-Wmsn50IYwynKJr2-s_u7o_g0p7pyjfKaB6OYz6Qw&oe=675EABFD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly reveals her celebrity secret behind her mind blowing transformation....		Emma Johnson		186	https://www.facebook.com/100054512017640/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632813	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 10:15 PM	1733881886	1746242137		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581757180597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465970213_1564767484429104_4187262611731155238_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vUTvgri2oXEQ7kNvgGl5uxj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYCoPsl9vwGijOwHah5Chh_yGMlP9BTa5iB7JjC-ulgZvA&oe=675EADE1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633327	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 1:38 AM	1733881933	1749623882		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633563	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 1:00 PM	1733881959	1746727225		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUcfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469475445_913877340849575_1851613801733935817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1L0DYI_bHDMQ7kNvgH56Gd9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDwl1zifpOsE8Y3-bRcPGEVQxRE5eUltrvhWtSEaF7K4Q&oe=675EC86D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633160	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 12:53 AM	1733881918	1749621236		1987																										CertifiedProducer.com	Learn More			DCO	Loops Are Killing Music	Do platinum producer use loops?	https://crasbangers.com/infinite-bundle-free-2000-sounds/			1.0594497185145E+14	Sample Pack Club	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469866169_1110484857339855_327321388579770486_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6pXStAg_zm0Q7kNvgE-3zo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYBG6-mOfemu0dqF351yrvkt_ltPVbMPAZb4sNdwEAariA&oe=675ECF90	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Loops Are Destroying Producing!		Sample Pack Club		115	https://www.facebook.com/100080397765876/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633687	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 11:34 AM	1733881966	1746722090		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469830843_951040580254164_2351404595264425571_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=evT_AXaSdt0Q7kNvgFnK1y6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYDRIGWOj2DKxj9lP3dGmWBzUefydXzOJcpCHUAp8_jmLQ&oe=675ED27C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633923	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 1:59 AM	1733881982	1749625144		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469822036_1874939469726021_4260612512749427356_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XA0jyKEDPW4Q7kNvgF2Uzh4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYAg-xF43ZSvjYPwDSpUyewDTvbXI4Kfbpuja1sUBt9AmA&oe=675ED427	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633945	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 11:53 AM	1733881984	1749660832		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥🔥Mon Meilleur Ami m'a Divorcée Quand J'ai Porté Son Bébé❤️‍🔥🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/31142498908048705+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469726158_3326404787494301_4676486027899753047_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WCmQlmCqV7AQ7kNvgEDioFu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDTqGa3rxn-MbQcMF91huEfTETLFyZOu1-h_wrGSbICVg&oe=675EC9A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Le point de vue de Kelly Était-ce une bénédiction d'épouser son meilleur ami ? Je n'étais pas vraiment sûre de ce que Pierce pensait, mais l'épouser était un rêve devenu réalité pour moi. Et maintenant, ce qui était encore plus excitant, c'est que nous allions accueillir notre premier enfant. « C'est une bonne chose que vous soyez prudente. Vous auriez pu perdre votre bébé, Mademoiselle Monroe. » La gynécologue me l'a dit sérieusement en voyant le choc dans mes yeux. Je touchais mon ventre subconsciemment, et je n'arrivais toujours pas à croire qu'un bébé y reposait. Avais-je bien entendu ? J'étais enceinte ? J'étais enceinte d'un bébé pour Pierce ! Mon meilleur ami et mon premier coup de cœur ! En sortant de l'hôpital, j'avais hâte de parler à Pierce de notre bébé. Je me demandais quelle serait sa réaction. Allait-il crier de bonheur ? Allait-il m'embrasser et tout ? Mon Dieu ! Je ne pouvais contenir mon bonheur. Je me suis couverte le visage rouge en rêvassant. Mais l'instant où j'ai senti le froid de l'anneau simple sur mon doigt, mon cœur battant furieusement s'est apaisé. J'avais presque oublié que Pierce n'était pas le genre à tenir à avoir des enfants, surtout lorsque notre mariage avait été arrangé par sa famille. Pierce était un véritable gentleman, en tant qu'ami et en tant que mari. Chaque fois que nous faisions l'amour, il était prévenant mais prudent, disant qu'il n'y avait pas besoin d'ajouter des chaînes supplémentaires lorsque nous n'étions pas prêts. Ce bébé, d'une certaine manière, n'était pas prévu. Mon esprit devenait agité alors que j'étais assise dans ma voiture. Serait-ce une bonne nouvelle pour lui ? Et si Pierce n'était toujours pas prêt pour le bébé ? « Madame, tout va bien ? Vous avez besoin d'appeler le Patron ? » Mon chauffeur privé Luke me demanda inquiet en remarquant mon froncement de sourcils. Luke était fiable comme un membre de la famille, mais si je choisissais de partager, je voulais toujours que Pierce soit le premier à connaître cette nouvelle. Il est le père de mon bébé. « Non », ai-je secoué la tête, donnant à Luke un sourire rassurant. « Il est en avion. Je lui parlerai moi-même plus tard. » Pour que je puisse percevoir sa réponse directement à travers ses expressions naturelles. J'ai toujours été douée pour ça. J'ai fermé les yeux en me rappelant le premier jour où nous nous sommes rencontrés. Son sourire éclatant au soleil était si éblouissant, il était un Prince. Bien avant que nous devenions meilleurs amis, je suis tombée amoureuse de lui au premier regard. Mais ce n'était qu'un amour non partagé, je le savais bien. J'ai baissé la vitre de la voiture pour avoir un peu d'air frais mais j'ai par accident aperçu notre ancien lycée. Ce sentiment amer a rempli à nouveau ma poitrine. Pierce est mon premier amour mais je ne suis pas le sien. Au lycée, j'étais juste une intello ennuyeuse aux yeux des autres, tandis que Pierce Anderson était le Quarterback étincelant. Tout le monde était surpris que nous puissions être amis. Bien que l'animosité grandissait, j'aimais être près de lui. J'ai lentement réalisé que je ne voulais pas seulement être son amie. Mais, au moment où j'allais lui avouer mes sentiments, une autre fille est entrée dans sa vie. J'ai secoué la tête pour essayer de me débarrasser de ces tristes vieux souvenirs. J'ai agrippé l'anneau de mariage froid sur mon doigt, me disant que le passé était passé. Pierce avait dit qu'ils s'étaient séparés et que j'étais maintenant sa femme. J'étais sa femme qui portait maintenant son bébé. J'ai essuyé les larmes aux coins de mes yeux et j'ai ouvert la porte de notre maison. Mon cœur s'est apaisé en respirant l'odeur de chez nous. Notre chez nous. Ce n'était pas aussi luxueux que la villa de sa famille mais c'était douillet. Pierce et moi l'avions décoré ensemble de nos propres mains. Nous avions aimé ça. Oui, j'avais dû trop penser. Cette femme ne faisait plus partie de notre vie depuis longtemps et mon mariage avec Pierce était aussi beau qu'un conte de fées depuis trois ans. J'ai jeté un coup d'œil à l'horloge au mur. À cet instant, Pierce aurait dû descendre de l'avion. Il était en voyage pendant plus d'un mois pour l'entreprise familiale. Pierce était le Président de ADE, la première entreprise de magazine de mode en Asie, et j'étais en réalité la Vice-Présidente de l'entreprise. Nous n'étions pas seulement des partenaires de vie mais aussi de bons partenaires au travail. Il me manquait beaucoup. J'ai composé immédiatement son numéro. Je voulais vraiment entendre sa voix maintenant, savoir quand il arriverait à la maison. Je lui préparerais un bon repas et il me récompenserait avec un doux baiser. Et ensuite, nous pourrions faire l'amour passionnément comme il me l'avait fait la nuit avant son voyage d'affaires. Oups, j'avais presque oublié que j'étais enceinte maintenant. J'avais besoin de lui dire ça en premier, puis nous pourrions faire autre chose à la place. J'imaginais joyeusement nos retrouvailles et mon cœur a chuté lorsqu'une voix de femme a retenti au bout du fil. [Allô ?] J'ai raccroché à peine un mot prononcé. Mon téléphone est tombé par terre et mon corps a commencé à trembler de manière incontrôlable. NON ! Ça ne pouvait pas être elle ! Ça ne pouvait pas être Lexi ! Elle n'était plus dans notre vie ! J'avais dû mal entendre. Je me suis précipitée vers le frigo pour essayer de me calmer avec un peu d'alcool. Mais au moment où j'ai touché la bouteille de vin, je me suis souvenue des mots du médecin et de mon bébé. Je devais être prudente pour le bien de mon bébé. Je me suis tournée pour prendre une boîte de lait et me suis dirigée vers le canapé. Je ne sais pas ce qui m'a fait reconnaître la voix de Lexi à ce moment-là. Je veux dire que Lexi et moi n'avons jamais été proches. Lexi Gilbert était une beauté blonde typique pour qui les hommes se pâmaient. Elle était la pom-pom girl populaire du lycée tandis que Pierce était la star quarterback. Un meilleur couple que lui et une intello comme moi, non ? Ce n'était pas surprenant qu'il soit tombé pour elle. Ma fierté ne pouvait pas supporter de voir l'homme que j'aimais se pâmer pour une autre femme. Donc, j'avais une fois tenté de m'éloigner d'eux silencieusement, mais Pierce refusait de sortir de ma vie. Chaque fois que je me noyais dans un océan de livres et d'études pour les oublier, Pierce apparaissait à ma porte en me demandant de sortir. Je ne pouvais dire non à son sourire charmant ; je ne pouvais dire non lorsqu'il prétendait qu'il était de son devoir en tant que mon meilleur ami de m'emmener profiter du monde réel. Pour ne pas gâcher notre amitié, je ne pouvais que cacher mon cœur brisé, jouant silencieusement le rôle de sa meilleure amie à ses côtés et regardant son visage heureux pour une autre fille. J'ai finalement trouvé le courage d'étudier à l'étranger lorsque j'ai appris que Pierce avait l'intention de demander Lexi en mariage. Cependant, je n'aurais jamais pu imaginer que Grand-mère m'appellerait pour me supplier de revenir. Je suis rentrée précipitamment pour trouver un Pierce sans vie. Son cœur avait été gravement blessé, par Lexi. Mon bien-aimé rayon de soleil avait disparu, et mon cœur saignait. J'ai commencé à détester Lexi à partir de ce moment. J'ai offert l'homme de mes rêves à elle, et comment osait-elle lui faire autant de mal ! Cette sorcière ! Pierce n'a rien dit à personne sur ce qui s'était passé excepté qu'il en avait fini avec Lexi. Grand-mère a arrangé notre mariage. Je n'ai pas compris pourquoi il a accepté jusqu'au jour où je l'ai entendu dire que se marier avec une autre que Lexi serait pareil pour lui. Ça a tellement fait mal, mais je suis quand même entrée dans ce mariage sans hésiter une seconde. Mon précieux garçon était brisé et je voulais le réparer, peu importe si je me ruinerais dans ce processus. Je me suis endormie à la maison en me sentant si insécurisée et inquiète. Je me suis réveillée au milieu de la nuit lorsque j'ai senti quelqu'un caresser ma joue. Lentement, j'ai ouvert les yeux et j'ai réalisé que je m'étais endormie dans le salon. Quelqu'un m'a soulevée du canapé. J'ai immédiatement reconnu son odeur et son toucher alors que je le regardais les yeux mi-clos. « Peirce… » « Hmm », il a murmuré en se dirigeant vers les escaliers. « Pourquoi as-tu dormi sur le canapé ? » Je l'ai observé alors qu'il me déposait délicatement sur le lit. Il a caressé mes cheveux et a embrassé mon front. Il était toujours si doux et c'est pour ça que je l'aimais tant. Même en faisant l'amour, il était très prévenant envers mes sentiments. Nous avions été séparés pendant plus d'un mois, mon corps le manquait et mon cœur le désirait. « Où as-tu été ? Je t'attendais », ai-je dit alors que je caressais sa joue. « J'ai juste rencontré un(e) ami(e). Tu as dit que tu m'attendais, c'est urgent ? » En regardant son visage doux, soudain je ne voulais pas gâcher l'instant. alors j'ai fermé mes lèvres entrouvertes et j'ai de nouveau avalé la vérité dans mon estomac. Demain, peut-être demain, j'aurai le courage de faire face à tous les mystères. J'ai secoué la tête et j'ai boude, lui disant que j'étais fatiguée. Il a ri et m'a soigneusement portée au lit. Au moment où il allait me laisser après m'avoir donné un bisou de bonne nuit, j'ai paniqué pour une raison quelconque. J'ai alors rapidement attrapé son corps et l'ai embrassé avec toute ma passion, essayant de le déshabiller, essayant de le faire me toucher plus profondément et intensément. Il me manquait. Je le désirais. J'avais l'impression que la seule façon de me sentir à l'aise était de le laisser s'introduire en moi à nouveau. Pour m'assurer qu'il était toujours à moi. « Attends Kels », pourtant il m'a arrêtée en immobilisant mes mains folles sur le lit. « Je croyais que tu avais dit que tu étais fatiguée et que tu avais besoin de te reposer. » « Mais je crois que tu me manques plus maintenant. » Je l'ai regardé avec innocence et j'ai pu voir le désir dans ses yeux, mais je ne sais pas pourquoi il a vite disparu. Il était d'habitude content lorsque je prenais l'initiative. Comme s'il remarquait ma confusion, il a ri et m'a pinçé le nez de façon espiègle, « Je vais juste prendre une douche. Je sens l'alcool. » J'ai juste hoché la tête et l'ai regardé se diriger vers la salle de bain. Mais la somnolence m'a frappée à nouveau alors j'ai fermé les yeux pour une petite sieste. Cependant, il était déjà matin lorsque j'ai rouvert les yeux et Pierce était à côté de moi, posant un plateau de nourriture sur la table de chevet. « Salut ! » J'ai salué en souriant en réalisant ce qu'il avait fait. Il m'avait préparé le petit déjeuner. Au lit. Le plus doux. Il a souri et s'est assis sur le lit. « Bonjour. » J'ai souri en prenant place sur le lit. Il a porté le plateau et l'a posé à côté de moi. J'ai haussé un sourcil et j'ai incliné la tête en le fixant. Ses yeux étaient d'un brun profond. Ses sourcils étaient épais et noirs, complimentant ses beaux yeux. Son nez était fier et pointu et ses lèvres étaient rouges et fines. Il avait vraiment l'air d'un mauvais garçon sexy. Même Damon Salvatore aurait honte de se tenir à côté de lui. Personne ne fait le poids face à cet homme. « C'est quoi ça ? C'est un pot-de-vin ? Tu m'as plantée hier soir, mauvais garçon. » Il n'a pas ri. Il a poussé un soupir et a doucement remis mes cheveux derrière mes oreilles avant de tenir ma main et de plonger son regard dans le mien. « J'ai quelque chose à te dire. » Mon cœur s'est emballé. J'ai pensé à notre bébé dans mon ventre. Il a quelque chose à dire. Moi aussi, j'ai quelque chose à lui dire. « Q-Quoi ? » J'ai demandé alors que je sentais ma voix trembler. Il a pris un soupir profond. « Tu sais que tu comptes beaucoup pour moi, pas vrai ? » J'ai lentement hoché la tête, les lèvres entrouvertes. Je ne pouvais pas répondre. J'ai peur de ce qu'il va dire. J'ai un mauvais pressentiment. « Tu étais ma meilleure amie avant notre mariage. Tu es l'une des rares personnes que je chéris... » J'ai caché mes poings serrés sous les draps. Je ne sais pas pourquoi il me dit tout ça, mais je sentais déjà des larmes s'amasser dans le coin de mes yeux. « Kelly… » il s'est arrêté et a serré ses yeux avant de me regarder à nouveau dans les yeux. « Je-Je pense qu'il est temps pour nous de divorcer. » « P-Pierce… » J'ai senti mon cœur se serrer. Il a souri. « Je sais que toi non plus, tu n'as pas de sentiment pour moi. Tu m'as juste épousé à cause de mes grands-parents. Tu as juste fait ça parce que tu les aimes. Maintenant, c'est le moment de notre véritable bonheur, Kelly. » J'ai secoué la tête, « Q-Qu'est-ce que tu racontes, Pierce ? » « Lexi est de retour, Kelly. Mon premier amour est de retour. » Chapter 2: Chapitre 2 Il ne pleut jamais mais ça se déverse Le point de vue de Kelly Je suis descendue du lit et ai essayé de partir mais Pierce a attrapé ma main. J'ai immédiatement essuyé les larmes qui coulaient sur mes joues avant qu'il puisse les voir. Il s'est tenu devant moi et a regardé mon visage alors que je m'efforçais tant de regarder vers le bas et d'éviter son regard. Je sentais mon cœur se briser en morceaux. Je pensais... je pensais que je pourrais le faire tomber amoureux de moi pendant ces trois années ensemble. Je pensais que ses sentiments s'intensifieraient et qu'il me verrait comme une femme plutôt que comme une simple meilleure amie. J'étais stupide d'espérer et de rêver si grand. J'ai échoué. Peu importe à quel point j'essayais, son cœur appartenait uniquement à son premier amour, Lexi. "Kelly..." J'ai retenu mon souffle et avalé la douleur en le regardant. J'ai feint un sourire, "J'ai besoin de me laver avant de manger." Il fixait mes yeux comme s'il essayait de deviner ce que je pensais. Je sais qu'il me connaissait trop bien alors je me suis efforcée de cacher ma douleur et lui ai souri. Il a soupiré et a lâché ma main. "D'accord. Je t'attendrai ici. Mangeons et allons travailler ensemble." Ensemble ? Comme il pouvait être cruel ? Il voulait toujours qu'on s'entende comme s'il ne m'avait pas demandé le divorce ? Il voulait qu'on reste comme avant après m'avoir dit que son premier amour était de retour et qu'il voulait divorcer de moi ? Oh Pierce, qu'y a-t-il dans ta tête ? Si j'ai pu me forcer à rester à la place de sa meilleure amie en lui souhaitant le bonheur, je n'ai plus ce courage après les trois années que nous avons partagées. Il n'y a aucune façon que je puisse endurer ce genre de torture à nouveau, surtout en portant son bébé. Le bébé... Je pensais que c'était une bonne nouvelle pour nous mais maintenant... ça serait plutôt comme un fardeau pour lui, je suppose. Un fardeau qui l'empêcherait d'obtenir son véritable amour et sa liberté. Je sais ce que c'est qu'un enfant non désiré grandisse. Mes parents étaient déjà divorcés bien avant la mort de ma mère et la nouvelle famille de mon père me détestait et ça fait tellement mal. Je ne veux pas que mon bébé ressente la même chose. Je dois protéger mon bébé de cela. J'ai feint un sourire à nouveau. "Nous ne pouvons pas. Je dois visiter le studio pour la séance photo de nos nouveaux modèles..." "Je t'accompagnerai—" "Non." J'ai repoussé sa main. Ses yeux ont suivi ma main avant de lever à nouveau son visage pour me regarder. "Tu as des documents à signer. Nos emplois du temps sont déjà organisés, tu te souviens ?" "Mais..." "J'ai un chauffeur personnel, Pierce. Je serai bien pour y aller seule." Il a soupiré et a lentement acquiescé. Je lui ai tourné le dos et suis entrée dans la salle de bain. J'ai immédiatement ouvert la douche et me suis placée sous l'eau froide. Les larmes dévalaient mes joues alors que je couvrais ma bouche pour supprimer mes sanglots. Mes épaules tremblaient vraiment fort et quand j'ai pensé à mon bébé, j'ai avalé difficilement et ai essayé de me calmer. J'ai essuyé mon visage et ai caressé mon ventre. Je dois être forte. Je dois rester calme. Je ne devrais pas mettre la vie de mon bébé en jeu juste parce que mon cœur est brisé. Je dois gérer cela intelligemment. J'ai repris mon souffle et ai terminé mon bain. Quand je suis sortie de la salle de bain, j'ai été choquée de voir que Pierce était toujours là. Il luttait pour ajuster sa cravate devant le miroir en pied. J'ai aussi remarqué ma paire de talons et ma robe sur le lit. "Hé ! J'ai choisi ta robe pour aujourd'hui." Comme notre mariage n'était pas public, Pierce a dit qu'il essaierait de faire des petites choses pour moi en tant que mari. Il le faisait bien et j'appréciais ces moments doux mais maintenant, cela allait me tuer. J'ai attrapé la robe et suis entrée dans le dressing. Je l'ai senti me suivre. J'ai remis la robe blanche et en ai pris une rouge. Quand je me suis retournée vers lui, son front était plissé. J'ai souri. "Je préfère le rouge aujourd'hui. Je me sentirais belle dans cette robe." Ses yeux se sont posés sur la robe que je tenais et son visage s'est immédiatement apaisé. Il a acquiescé et s'est avancé vers moi. "Je vois. Aide-moi d'abord à ajuster ça." J'ai posé ma robe sur son bras et ai commencé à ajuster sa cravate. Je pouvais sentir son regard fixe et cela faisait battre mon cœur si vite. J'ai pris une grande respiration et ai mordu ma lèvre inférieure alors que je luttais pour arranger la cravate. Ma vision devenait à nouveau floue. Mince ! "Kelly..." J'ai sursauté en choc. "Hmm ?" "Ça va ?" Je l'ai regardé et ai souri, "Oui." "J'ai encore quelque chose à dire." J'ai terminé d'ajuster sa cravate alors j'ai immédiatement attrapé la robe de sa main. J'ai jeté un coup d'œil avant de le dépasser et ai parlé... "Parlons-en une autre fois. Je vais être en retard." J'ai entendu son soupir alors qu'il me suivait à nouveau. J'ai saisi mes sous-vêtements et me suis habillée pendant qu'il était debout derrière moi. Il est resté silencieux tout le temps comme s'il pensait à quelque chose. "Tu devrais manger avant de partir." Je lui ai fait face et ai acquiescé. "Je le ferai. Tu devrais y aller maintenant." "Kelly, on est sur la même longueur d'onde, n'est-ce pas ?" Je l'ai regardé. Non, Pierce. Nous ne sommes jamais sur la même longueur d'onde. Tout ça, ce ne sont que mes stupides fantasmes. Je pensais que tu avais des sentiments pour moi et j'avais tellement tort. "Si c'est à propos du divorce, je comprends tout, Pierce. Je sais ce que je dois faire. Donne-moi juste un peu de temps car je suis vraiment occupée avec l'entreprise. Je ne vais pas fuir." "Kelly, je ne fais pas ça que pour moi. Je le fais aussi pour toi. Tu as été enchaînée avec moi depuis notre mariage. Je sais que tu n'es pas heureuse parce qu'au fond, tu veux aussi trouver l'homme que tu mérites. Quelqu'un qui t'aimera vraiment. Pas moi. Pas quelqu'un à moitié cœur." "Je comprends ce que tu essaies de dire, Pierce," ai-je dit et ai essayé de me tourner, mais il m'a retenue par la taille, me gardant en place. Il a tout fait pour capturer mes yeux et il a réussi. Il m'a regardée avec inquiétude. "Tu es ma meilleure amie. Je ne veux pas te perdre, Kels. Tu fais partie de mes rares personnes..." "Je sais," ai-je dit par frustration. Il avait l'air choqué, alors je me suis calmée. "Je-Je sais. Tu n'as pas à t'inquiéter. C'est juste le stress du travail. Ce n'est pas à propos de notre divorce." Ses lèvres se sont écartées et il a lentement acquiescé comme s'il pouvait respirer correctement. Il s'est avancé vers moi et j'ai gelé quand il a doucement embrassé mon front... "Merci, Kelly," a-t-il chuchoté. Mon cœur s'est serré. Cela faisait trois ans mais j'étais toujours aussi lâche. Pourquoi ne pouvais-tu pas simplement lui dire que tu l'aimes, Kelly ? C'est ton mari et tu portes son bébé ! Dis-le lui et il pourrait changer d'avis ! J'ai avalé difficilement et allais lui dire mais son téléphone a sonné. Je n'ai pas manqué l'identification de l'appelant. Encore une fois, c'était Lexi. "Je dois y aller." Il s'est gratté la tête en s'excusant et je n'ai pas manqué les coins de sa bouche qui s'élevaient. "J'ai appelé Luke et il t'attend dehors. Mange avant de partir, d'accord ?" Avec ça, il a quitté notre chambre. Les larmes que j'avais réussi à réprimer ont de nouveau éclaté. Pourquoi pensais-je que je pourrais avoir une chance ? Il avait déjà fait son choix à partir du moment où il a demandé le divorce, n'est-ce pas ? Quand il s'agissait de Lexi, j'étais toujours celle qu'il abandonnerait. Chapter 3: Chapitre 3 Lèvre Supérieure Rigide Le point de vue de Kelly Je suis entrée dans le studio vêtue seulement de talons rouges de deux pouces et d'une robe rouge. Tout le monde me regardait alors que je marchais dans le couloir. Ils me saluaient tous avec un sourire mais mon visage restait stoïque, ne montrant aucune émotion du tout. La conversation avec Pierce ce matin résonnait encore dans ma tête, mais je ne pouvais pas laisser cela affecter mon travail. Je ne pouvais pas échouer dans mon travail après avoir échoué dans mon mariage. J'ai pris une profonde inspiration pour ajuster mon état. Cependant, lorsque je suis entrée dans la salle de photoshoot, j'ai pu remarquer que tout le monde était en chaos. « On ne peut pas ! Elle ne répond pas à ses appels. Que devons-nous faire ? Le Vice-Président vient aujourd'hui. Elle va se fâcher. » « On peut juste lui dire la vérité. Elle est gentille. » « Pas dans cette situation, Lily ! Elle va nous gronder— » « Que se passe-t-il ici ? » demandai-je en faisant mon entrée dans la pièce. Le personnel me regardait maintenant avec des expressions inquiètes et je savais alors qu'il y avait un problème. « B-Bonjour, Mademoiselle Monroe. » Mademoiselle Monroe. Bien sûr, personne ne savait que Pierce et moi étions mariés à part nos familles. Cela me faisait mal au cœur à cause de cette vérité. Ça fait mal. Je la regardais d'un air vide, « Quoi ? » « N-Nous avons un problème, Mademoiselle Monroe. Mlle Chen, notre mannequin, refuse de répondre à nos appels. Elle a entendu dire que nous changeons de mannequin, donc… elle ne veut pas venir ici. Elle menace même… de porter plainte contre nous. » Elle baissa la tête. Je serrai les dents et balayai la pièce du regard. « Où est le responsable marketing ? » « E-Elle essaie toujours de convaincre Mlle Chen, Mademoiselle Monroe. » Je me massais le front et fermait les yeux. Je me saisis les cheveux et criai de colère. Je sentis tout le monde autour de moi sursauter de choc. Je grognai et aspirai une grande respiration avant de regarder autour. « Mademoiselle Monroe... » « Qu'est-ce que c'est, Mlle Hayley ? Vous êtes la responsable marketing, que se passe-t-il ? » « Mademoiselle Monroe, je ne sais pas comment cela s'est passé, mais Mlle Chen a entendu dire que vous changez de mannequin. Elle est sur le point de porter plainte contre nous— » Changer de mannequin ? Comment se fait-il que je ne sois pas au courant ? Mlle Chen a toujours été une partenaire de confiance et, sauf nécessité, changer de mannequins pour un tournage publicitaire à courte échéance ne ferait que causer beaucoup de problèmes pour l'entreprise. Je n'autoriserais jamais une telle erreur. « Je n'ai jamais demandé ça. Vous devez vous tromper. » J'ai coupé ses paroles pour gagner du temps, « Réglez ce désordre sinon je dois vous licencier ! » « Mademoiselle Monroe... C'est le Président qui nous a demandé de le changer. » Hayley parla avec hésitation. « Il a ordonné cela dès son retour de son voyage d'affaires hier. » J'ai été frappée par la vérité. L'ordre de Pierce ? Pourquoi ne me l'avait-il pas dit ? Il discutait toujours de chaque décision majeure d'abord avec moi. « Ça ne devrait pas être... » J'étais confuse. Pierce n'était pas un homme d'affaires ignorant. Il faisait une nette distinction entre travail et relations, c'est pourquoi il réussissait toujours. Et c'était aussi pourquoi il avait choisi de garder notre mariage secret. « Oui, Kelly. J'ai donné l'ordre. » La voix me ramena à la réalité. « Monsieur le Président... » Hayley s'inclina respectueusement en voyant l'homme qui était soudainement apparu derrière moi. « Je pense que vous me devez une explication, Pierce. À propos du changement de mannequin ! » grondai-je en me tournant pour lui poser la question. Il savait clairement combien d'efforts j'avais mis pour remporter ce projet. Je n'avais presque pas bien dormi ces jours-ci et Mlle Chen était l'idéale pour travailler avec nous. Je me souviens qu'il avait aussi été d'accord. Mais maintenant... il avait juste changé de mannequin comme il le voulait sans m'en parler à l'avance. Je me sentais comme si j'avais reçu une gifle. « Allez-y pour le travail. Je vais lui expliquer. » Il apaisa d'abord le personnel, ignorant la colère qui était sur le point de jaillir de mes yeux. « Répondez-moi, Pierce ! Pourquoi changez-vous de mannequin si soudainement ? » Je ne pouvais contenir ma colère et il toucha juste mon épaule en me murmurant, « Ce n'est pas le lieu pour parler. Laissez-moi vous expliquer dans la voiture. » Je regardais autour pour remarquer les autres nous lancer des regards furtifs. Puis je repoussais ses mains et marchais vers le parking. Mais en chemin, mon cœur était de plus en plus lourd. J'avais le sentiment que je n'allais pas apprécier son explication. « Maintenant, dites-le. » Je lâchai cela alors que nous étions assis dans sa voiture. Il plongea son regard dans le mien comme pour peser mes émotions. Je détournai à nouveau le regard. Je ne pouvais supporter ses regards. Je ne pouvais supporter ses yeux qui ne me regardaient jamais comme je voulais qu'il me regarde. Il n'a aucun sentiment pour moi et ça fait tellement mal. « J-Je... » il s'arrêta et soupira. « J'ai remplacé Mlle Chen parce que Lexi veut être notre mannequin. Elle est aussi apte à être notre mannequin donc j'ai accepté— » « Quoi ? » demandai-je incrédule. Il pressa ses lèvres l'une contre l'autre et détourna le regard. Il ébouriffa ses cheveux avant de secouer la tête et de prendre ma main. « Je suis désolé de ne pas vous l'avoir dit plus tôt. C'était juste si soudain. Elle a demandé une faveur et je ne peux pas dire non. » Je repris ma main et le regardai à la fois avec douleur et colère. « Vous ne pouvez pas lui dire non alors vous préférez nuire à l'entreprise, notre entreprise. Vous m'avez trahie, Pierce. » « Kels, voyons. Vous savez combien je l'aime. C'est mon premier amour. » Douloureusement, je fermai les yeux. Oh oui, c'est ton premier amour. Elle est toujours celle que tu veux quoi qu'il en coûte. Tant qu'elle fronçait un peu les sourcils, tu pouvais fermer les yeux sur la douleur et les efforts des autres. Tu es si cruel, Pierce. « Bien, vous avez décidé. Je n'ai pas mon mot à dire puisque vous êtes le Président. Allez-y. Je serai au bureau. » Je dis froidement en ouvrant la portière de la voiture pour sortir. « Kelly… » Je le regardai dans les yeux. « Rentrez tôt à la maison. Parlons de notre divorce ce soir à la maison. » Chapter 4: Chapitre 4 Laisser en plan Le point de vue de Kelly Je jouais avec mon alliance. Je lui avais dit de rentrer tôt, mais il n'est pas rentré du tout. Il ne répondait même pas à mes appels. Eh bien, maintenant que Lexi était de retour, cette maison n'était probablement plus un foyer à ses yeux. Mes yeux se sont posés sur mon rapport de grossesse sur la table. Quelle ironie. J'étais encore assez naïve pour espérer que les choses seraient différentes si je lui parlais du bébé. Mais oublions, ce bébé n'entrait pas dans ses plans. Bien sûr, Pierce n'était pas le genre à me forcer à avorter. Mais il ne pouvait pas non plus se défaire de son obsession pour Lexi. Il pourrait rester dans ce mariage sans amour si ses parents le lui demandaient. Mais tout ce que j'aurais, ce serait une coquille vide. Ce n'est pas ça un Père que je voulais pour mon bébé. J'ai essuyé les larmes qui commençaient à se rassembler au coin de mes yeux et j'ai ramassé le rapport. Il était déjà 5 heures du matin quand j'ai regardé l'horloge murale. J'ai essayé de nouveau de composer son numéro, mais toujours occupé. Avec quoi était-il occupé ? Était-il occupé à faire l'amour avec Lexi ? Il devait beaucoup lui manquer, n'est-ce pas ? Je me souviens encore du jour où il est revenu de ses premières vacances privées avec Lexi. Sa joie était indéniable. Presque immédiatement, j'ai pu dire qu'ils avaient fait l'amour. Le même jour, en rentrant dans ma chambre, j'ai pleuré à haute voix en me démaquillant. Rien de ce que je faisais ne fonctionnait. Je ne pourrais jamais remplacer Lexi dans son cœur. J'avais l'impression que des centaines de kilos pesaient sur ma poitrine. J'ai décidé de prendre une douche pour me laver de toutes ces émotions misérables mais au moment où j'ai ouvert la garde-robe, nos vêtements intimes étaient entremêlés, me ramenant au souvenir de la dernière fois que Pierce et moi avions fait l'amour ici. C'était la fois où il n'avait pas utilisé de contraception. Il était si passionné que j'ai cru qu'il acceptait enfin notre mariage. J'ai cru, une fois, que son retour de ce voyage d'affaires serait un nouveau départ pour nous, mais en réalité c'était un début pour que nous nous séparions maintenant. Incapable de réprimer plus longtemps mes sentiments, j'ai fléchi en pleurant bruyamment. Pourquoi ? Pourquoi suis-je toujours celle qu'ils choisissent d'abandonner ? Pourquoi ne mérité-je pas d'être aimée ? Je ne me souviens pas comment je suis tombée endormie. Quand le réveil a sonné, j'ai touché, par réflexe, l'oreiller à côté de moi. Aussi froid que la nuit dernière. Il n'est toujours pas rentré. Je me suis moquée de moi-même en croisant mon reflet dans le miroir de la coiffeuse. Les cernes sous mes yeux étaient si visibles et mes cheveux dans un tel désordre, j'avais l'air d'un fantôme. Tu vois, Kelly ? C'est ce qui arrive quand tu t'engages dans un mariage sans amour sans réfléchir. Tu ne feras que te briser si tu continues sur le mauvais chemin. Divorce juste. Épargne-lui et épargne-toi. Ton bébé a besoin d'une maman forte. Soudain, une vague de nausée m'a envahie l'estomac et j'ai réalisé que je n'avais même rien mangé la nuit dernière. Me sentant à nouveau mal, je cours vers l'évier et vomis. Je crache un liquide jaunâtre et c'est tellement mauvais. Je me suis immédiatement rincé la bouche et ai regardé mon propre reflet dans le miroir. J'ai secoué la tête et me suis tenu le front dès que j'ai eu envie de vomir à nouveau. Je crache encore un liquide jaunâtre et tandis que je me rince la bouche, je sens une main chaude caresser mon dos. J'ai immédiatement levé le visage et croisé une paire d'yeux marron qui me regardaient à travers le miroir. Debout derrière moi avec un visage inquiet se tenait mon mari Pierce. J'ai toujours été reconnaissante de l'avoir comme meilleur ami et mari mais maintenant... je le perds. Le perdant sans espoir. « Ça va ? Tu ne te sens pas bien ? Tu aurais dû me le dire. » Je l'ai regardé à travers le miroir. « Tu n'as pas répondu à mes appels. De la culpabilité est apparue dans ses yeux. « Je suis désolé. J'avais des choses à faire. Je suis resté au bureau toute la nuit. » J'ai essuyé mon visage et suis passée à côté de lui. Il m'a suivie alors que je m'asseyais devant la coiffeuse et commençais à me peigner les cheveux. « Kels... » « Je me suis réveillée en retard. Je n'ai pas préparé le petit-déjeuner. » J'ai essayé d'éviter ses yeux. J'avais l'impression que j'allais perdre mon calme et m'énerver contre lui. Il n'y avait pas un seul moment où je sentais son égoïsme aussi clairement qu'à présent. Il m'appelait sa meilleure amie, pourtant il n'avait jamais sérieusement pris en compte mes besoins. Mes sentiments. « Kels... tu sais que je ne parle pas de ça. Je suis juste inquiet pour ton état... » « Kels, ça va toujours entre nous ? » J'ai arrêté de me peigner et ai lentement croisé son regard. Encore à travers le miroir. Vraiment ? Il me demande ça ? Après m'avoir proposé le divorce sans même demander si j'étais d'accord avec cela ? Il a décidé seul. Tout simplement parce que son premier amour est revenue. Je ne peux pas le croire. J'ai feint un sourire. « Je ne me sens juste pas bien aujourd'hui, Pierce. » Il s'est immédiatement accroupi à côté de moi, ce qui n'est pas surprenant car je sais qu'il se soucie vraiment de moi. Ce qui m'a surpris, c'est pourquoi continue-t-il à faire cela après avoir enfoncé un poignard dans mon cœur. « Ça va ? » Il a doucement touché mon front et mon cou. « Tu es malade ? Dis-moi comment tu te sens, Kels. » « Mes sentiments n'ont pas d'importance », n'ai-je pas pu m'empêcher de lâcher. Il a paru choqué de ce que j'ai dit. Quand j'ai essayé de l'éviter, il a attrapé mon poignet et m'a fait le regarder. Son visage reflétait maintenant sa colère. Il avait complètement perdu patience. « Qu'est-ce qui ne va pas chez toi, Kels ? Tu agis comme ça depuis hier. C'est à cause de Lexi ? Ou parce que je ne suis pas rentré hier soir ? » Je l'ai regardé dans les yeux, agacée. "C'est toi qui as demandé le divorce ! Je t'ai dit de rentrer plus tôt mais tu m'as juste laissée attendre toute la nuit. Comment voulez-vous que je t'accueille ce matin, Pierce ?" Il a serré les mâchoires et a secoué la tête. « Kels, je... » « Assez. Nous parlerons du divorce après le travail aujourd'hui. » « Kels ! » Il a appelé et a attrapé mes épaules. La confusion et la douleur étaient visibles dans ses yeux. « Es-tu amoureuse de moi ? » J'ai été prise de court? Amoureuse ? Oui ! Depuis que nous étions au lycée. Depuis qu'il est devenu mon meilleur ami. Qui ne tomberait pas pour quelqu'un qui vous a protégé depuis toujours ? Mais bien sûr, je ne peux pas lui dire. Cela ne ferait que compliquer encore plus les choses. Je ne veux même pas qu'il me plaigne. J'ai secoué la tête et ai repoussé ses bras. « Tu es drogué ? Je ne suis pas amoureuse de toi. » Je lui ai tourné le dos et suis entrée à nouveau dans la salle de bain. Je l'ai verrouillée avant d'aller vers la baignoire. Je devrais me concentrer sur moi-même. Je ne peux pas laisser mes émotions m'affecter mais... mais pourquoi mes larmes tombent-elles à nouveau ? « Tu es si pathétique, Kelly ! Tu ne peux même pas lui dire ce que tu ressens vraiment », me suis-je murmurée à moi-même en essuyant mes larmes de colère. Il m'a fallu presque une heure à me baigner. Quand j'ai eu fini, j'ai réalisé que Pierce était déjà parti. J'ai secoué la tête, incrédule. Il ne cesse de m'abandonner. Je ne peux pas croire que nous en soyons arrivés là. Je pensais que nous allions bien. J'étais tellement stupide. *** « Bonjour, Mademoiselle Monroe... » « Bonjour, Vice-Président... » Je n'ai pas salué en retour comme j'en avais l'habitude. Je suis toujours énervée et mon humeur semble déréglée. L'irritation peut facilement me submerger et je ne peux pas la contrôler. Probablement à cause de la proposition de divorce de Pierce ou à cause de ma grossesse. J'étais sur le point d'entrer dans mon bureau lorsque j'ai entendu deux filles parler. « Tu l'as vue ? Je parie que c'est la petite amie de M. Anderson. Ils avaient l'air proches. » Mon front s'est plissé. La petite amie de Pierce ? « Ah ! C'est dommage que je n'aie pas vu son visage mais j'ai l'impression que c'est Lexi. » « Lexi ? Lexi Gilbert ? Le mannequin ? » « Oui ! Je parie mon salaire du mois là-dessus. Ils vont bien ensemble. » « Allons ! Mademoiselle Monroe et M. Anderson vont mieux ensemble. » « Sérieusement ? Ils sont meilleurs amis. Tu sais, certaines personnes sont mieux en amis. C'est le cas de M. Anderson et Mademoiselle Monroe. » J'ai fermé les yeux et ai poussé la porte de mon bureau. Je l'ai doucement fermée et me suis appuyée contre elle. C'est plus dur que ce à quoi je m'attendais. J'ai pris une grande respiration et me suis assise sur ma chaise pivotante. J'ai allumé l'ordinateur en même temps qu'une notification apparaissait sur l'écran de mon téléphone. Mes mains ont commencé à trembler dès que j'ai vu la notification. C'était une mise à jour sur les réseaux sociaux de Pierce. Il a publié une photo de lui et Lexi ensemble. En train de manger dans un restaurant chic. J'ai serré les poings et grincé des dents. Bien sûr, il n'y a aucun moyen que je puisse rivaliser avec elle dans son cœur. Elle sera toujours la première et je serai toujours la dernière dans ses priorités.		Novel new		1767	https://www.facebook.com/61566066291999/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633788	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 1:08 PM	1733881973	1749665295		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469505463_1102072967956520_6783766349263400335_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DEZdgFqmqS0Q7kNvgFVjBTI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBdMP3MeuuxRgH7yb6BsecUr8xYWSb43cH7iW1SlmgI0A&oe=675EC85D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632632	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 9:06 PM	1733881868	1745892420		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458745860_508995035182772_1924372475343827338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ulL92fGPGEAQ7kNvgHB0pCD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDRHrdT-l6-yEokMXK0rIxCf9IDEb4Go3WN0JVQ63SG9A&oe=675ED7F5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"🎥 Binge-watching this series is like a rollercoaster ride! 😱 I can't stop watching it, and the next episode just keeps getting better and better. 🙌 ✨"		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633984	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 6:04 PM	1733881987	1749683045		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/464913580_887432359762769_8364177654349683413_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0RVLcsfJK8oQ7kNvgGVnj6l&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYCPVPHAAfacaRvaa5LDVZKMlKfnsAEX0dY8f4D9Gf8Pig&oe=675EADAB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2632605	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 4:58 AM	1733881866	1745920715		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458375138_1564953581067845_5953868371458184387_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G1XxujJ4PdAQ7kNvgEbO9Dk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYA_xwR8ztRYyq5gByMDiZSsNWYjrGW2J2jAtGDi1p5tDQ&oe=675ECCAA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633840	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 12:22 AM	1733881976	1749705744		1987																										api.whatsapp.com	Send WhatsApp Message			DCO	Chatea con nosotros	{{product.description}}	https://api.whatsapp.com/send			2.218583510135E+14	Doctores Giraldo	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469797188_575417205075053_8297504903172140033_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LiDIDPrc4Q0Q7kNvgHxqX5G&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYCItr6hSjuS2ekU0qoSiMUd6CD_IyRLpxkeNXnfElxoXA&oe=675ECB54	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 ¡ArteMeddical Transformación y Belleza en un Solo Lugar! En nuestra clínica, combinamos arte y ciencia para ofrecerte cirugías plásticas que realzan tu belleza de manera natural. 💎 Nuestros especialistas diseñan contornos corporales y faciales con precisión, estética y proporción. 🏥 Con tecnología avanzada y atención personalizada, tu seguridad y bienestar son nuestra prioridad. ¡Agenda tu consulta y descubre cómo podemos transformar tu vida! 📅✨		Doctores Giraldo		50	https://www.facebook.com/61555897367048/	0		WHATSAPP_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633834	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 1:05 AM	1733881976	1748930708		1987																										am.ticketmaster.com/purdue	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Save on "Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300"	Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.	https://am.ticketmaster.com/purdue/promotional-page?id=Mzg1			19926223060	Purdue Convocations	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825206_1916239572201984_7417768929703193500_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=inA3335yeMwQ7kNvgEgmu4k&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDe3jcyz9Ecw294seiGM22-wIQ_PUR695ri-soHgUJHZw&oe=675EDBE6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.		Purdue Convocations		16581	https://www.facebook.com/PurdueConvocationsIN/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633529	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 8:48 PM	1733881957	1746755286		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=IKP15T2HGL3K169_DfI4ZsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9424&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469814664_1263984498267917_9185630380060367255_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aFgxyghqKFAQ7kNvgFS05Nw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDq5G9K7aio81EfMgfOymp2nikbaON9-7tngAF5TNF9zw&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633614	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 8:57 PM	1733881961	1746755874		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633574	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 11:59 PM	1733881959	1746766759		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUuXjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528117_8836029499825638_7742395324058535576_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=099SEL10_voQ7kNvgHP0RZs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCYEBmgX2isnj9LALc1jb2lMX5uRrsz6_LupY94fMqsdA&oe=675ED6C2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633594	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 9:35 PM	1733881960	1746758135		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632699	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 2:49 AM	1733881876	1749109793		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632700	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 2:55 AM	1733881876	1749110123		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461200830_409103592223043_120534980819975406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xNcXHG4ahpEQ7kNvgH_llxO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYBChmUIADmjyc8pjBVh0NSMJDCU6iZtttXjyVNGFzUcXw&oe=675EB26C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634100	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/8/25, 9:54 PM	1733881995	1746759246		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2 Beds 1 Bath - House		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/595151309616884/			1.0282717462611E+14	Kelly A White		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2 Beds 1 Bath - House - $275,000.00 📣We are selling our home For Sale Buy Owner in Ft. Pierce, FL (White City)!! 📱 772.631.0232 for a private showing! This is a GREAT starter home on almost a 1/2 acre, fully fenced w/ a brand New Metal Roof! 📍 2404 Elizabeth Ave, Ft Pierce 34982 💰 Asking $275,000.00 🏡 Built in 1957 - CBS - 1360 sq ft - 2/1 w/ a separate entrance office & a FLEX room (easily convertible to a 3/2) 💫Newly Renovated Farmhouse Kitchen with/ all Wi-Fu SS appliances 💦 2022 Double filtration water system & reverse osmosis drinking 💫HVAC: 2016 💫 12x24 Shed w/ Separate electric panel and 240 outlet. 💫 2nd Shed - 4’x8’ 💫Room for a pool!!! 💫 Well and Septic (city hook up is available) Facebook Marketplace		Kelly A White		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-A-White-102827174626110/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633258	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 3:00 AM	1733881928	1749110408		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633699	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 2:04 AM	1733881967	1749711872		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						2.3236955745569E+14	Main Street Art Collective	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469908220_918410136639371_8453970411867790209_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QmAdEkRwfKsQ7kNvgEXGrmU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYAyIKpEq3GvrFC6-Y6kKCNtuLHM3BFJo6UriU9SxtSp2A&oe=675ED3F5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎄CHRISTMAS GIFTS For dog lovers, cat lovers, coffee/espresso lovers, candle lovers & MORE! Come shop Monday-Thursday 10 am- 6 pm, Friday 10 am-8 pm & Saturday 10 am-5 pm 🎄Shipping also available🎄 #danvilleva #locallyhandmade #smallbusiness Virginia is for Lovers visitvirginia VIRginia International Raceway Visit SoSi Caesars Virginia Shop Small Showcase Magazine River City Area Magazine Chatham Star-Tribune Support Local and Small Businesses		Main Street Art Collective		4794	https://www.facebook.com/MainStreetArtCollectiveDanvilleVA/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633889	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 3:05 AM	1733881980	1749715547		1987																										hunled.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️😍O que acontece a seguir👉Clique aqui para continuar lendo👉	🔥Mais grandes romances aqui🔥	https://hunled.com/market/buenovela/3?lpid=15216&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0561450262558E+14	Casa dos livros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469740943_557352163757334_3075478961205965186_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iVCHv4wq4lYQ7kNvgHUEojA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBC_OunZoVmq4EJcZ4-M6AuD2rafNadoZH8AmgE0J4JQQ&oe=675EB310	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cheguei em casa depois de um dia puxado e meus pais estavam me esperando na sala. - Catarina, senta aí que precisamos conversar. – Meu pai falou e parecia bem nervoso. - Pode falar, pai, o que aconteceu? – Perguntei ao meu pai cansado, eu tinha trabalhado o dia todo, ido pra faculdade à noite e, ao chegar em casa, a única coisa que eu queria era tomar um banho e cair na cama. Mas não foi possível. - Catarina, chegou o convite de casamento da sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. - Aquela mulherzinha não é minha prima! – Falei já ficando nervosa. - Catarina, ela é a sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. – É melhor você parar com esse ataque de infantilidade. A Melissa já bateu nela e fez um escândalo aqui em casa. Agora chega! Ela é filha da minha irmã, portanto é sua prima. - Me desculpa, mãe, mas ela não é nada pra mim. – Tentei manter a calma. – Ela ficou com o meu namorado na minha cama, isso não é coisa que se faça. Eu namorava o Cláudio há quatro anos, ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e o encontrei na minha cama, no meu quarto, transando com a Kelly, minha prima! Eu fiquei em choque. Claro que a Melissa, minha melhor amiga, partiu pra cima deles. Desde então as coisas ficaram tensas em minha casa, pois meus pais insistiam que era uma bobagem e que eu deveria agir como se nada tivesse acontecido e voltasse a conviver com a minha prima. - Errado foi ele, Catarina, que era seu namorado. – Minha mãe argumentou. – A Kelly, coitada, foi seduzida, ele a desonrou, agora vai se casar com ela pra ela não ficar mal falada na cidade. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. – Olha aqui, se você não quer conviver com a Kelly tudo bem, mas você vai a esse casamento. E chega desse comportamento grosseiro. - Eu o quê? – Achei que eu tinha ouvido errado. - Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras, evento de gala, falando para os meus pais que seria importantíssimo para a minha carreira, já que os empresários mais importantes da cidade estariam lá, eu faria contatos muito importantes e nossos professores haviam prometido nos apresentar a vários empresários que abririam portas para o nosso futuro profissional. Em princípio meus pais não estavam muito convencidos, mas os pais da Melissa conversaram com eles e os convenceram de que seria uma excelente oportunidade para o meu futuro. Então eles concordaram que eu deveria aproveitar a oportunidade. - Catarina, você não pode me dizer não! Já comprei os convites, as máscaras e já até convenci seus pais de que é um evento importantíssimo para o seu futuro profissional, o que me deu um trabalhão. Essa festa vai ser incrível e você não vai perder! – Melissa, falava e me olhava com os olhos de um cachorrinho abandonado, juntando as mãos como se suplicando. Eu estava sentada em minha mesa no trabalho, no meio da tarde de uma quinta feira, entre anotar recados e fazer ligações, e a Mel apareceu com café, bolinhos de chocolate e essa insistência para eu aceitar ir no baile de máscaras que acontecia anualmente e era o maior evento em nossa cidade. - Ai, Mel, como é que pode eu não conseguir dizer não pra você? Está bem, eu vou! Eu concordei em ir ao baile, mas eu ainda não tinha certeza. De qualquer forma eu iria dormir na casa da Mel para fugir do casamento, mas não iria à festa, contudo, Melissa tanto fez que me convenceu a ir pra festa. No sábado nos arrumamos na casa dela. - Quê isso, hein, amiga! Tá gata demais! – Ela me entregou uma máscara dourada, linda, toda trabalhada como se fosse uma renda, que cobria até o nariz e eu a coloquei. Eu usava um vestido de cetim vermelho brilhante e a máscara combinou perfeitamente. – Então, estamos prontas? - Sim estamos prontas. – Respondi e peguei minha bolsa. – Ih, esqueci meu perfume. - Não, tem problema, você vai usar o perfume novo da minha mãe. Ela não se importa. Quando o Fernando, namorado da Mel, nos viu sorriu, deu um beijo na Mel e disse: - Garotas, vocês estão lindíssimas! Acho que você vai sair dessa festa com um namorado novo, Cat. - Sem namorado, Nando. Na verdade, eu acho que é melhor eu ficar, eu não estou no clima pra festa. Por favor, Mel, deixa eu ficar? CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível Não teve jeito, minha amiga me arrastou para o baile. Logo que entramos a Mel nos arrastou para o bar e falou no meu ouvido: - A festa é open bar, então hoje você vai beber para afogar de vez a tristeza! –A Mel me entregou dois shots de tequila e com mais dois em suas mãos me falou: - Vamos virar! – viramos a tequila e o Fernando já entregava uma taça de cosmopolitan para cada uma. Melissa me arrastou para a pista de dança e até que eu estava me divertindo. Começou uma música lenta e o Nando e a Mel começaram a dançar agarradinhos, aproveitei a deixa e me encaminhei para o buffet, mas não consegui chegar, senti uma mão puxando a minha e quando olhei para trás havia um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim, e que sorriso! Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - E por que não? Vamos dançar. – Sorri pra ele. Era impossível resistir aquela voz rouca sedutora e aquele sorriso lindo meio de lado! Ele era alto, ombros largos, um sorriso encantador e olhos azuis, tão azuis que eram quase violeta. Ele tinha uma boca que convidava ao pecado, cabelos castanhos, e quando me puxou pela cintura eu apoiei as mãos em seu corpo e percebi que ele era uma parede de músculos bem definidos. Embora a máscara não permitisse ver seu rosto, ele era muito charmoso e encantador. - Eu estava observando você desde que chegou. – Aquele homem, com ar misterioso, falou no meu ouvido. – Você é tão linda! - Você é gentil. Mas você não é da cidade, é? – Ele tinha uma presença forte, emanava poder. - Não. Um amigo me convenceu a vir a essa festa. - Parece que temos algo em comum, meus amigos também me convenceram a vir. - Sorte minha! - E por que? – Sorri. - Porque eu fiquei fascinado quando te vi. Você é muito linda. – Enquanto ele falava no meu ouvido eu ia me arrepiando, sentindo meu rosto esquentar e o corpo formigar, ele realmente me encantou. - Mesmo com a máscara? - Mesmo com a máscara! Você é linda demais. - Você é um sedutor. - Você me acha sedutor? - Você sabe que é. E lindo também. - Que bom que você gosta do que vê. – Eu me senti um pouco zonza, não sei se pela bebida ou pelo perfume delicioso que aquele homem usava. Acabei tropeçando nos meus próprios pés. - Você está bem? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego, quando ele interrompeu o beijo para respirarmos, nos olhamos nos olhos, foi como jogar gasolina no fogo, ele passou a mão pela minha cintura, desceu até minha coxa e puxou minha perna para sua cintura. Eu já estava completamente entregue nesse momento, sentindo seu corpo contra o meu, eu fiquei louca de tesão e o puxei para mais perto envolvendo sua cintura com minha perna. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Eu estava em chamas quando ele enfiou a mão dentro da minha calcinha e gemeu. – Ah! Que delícia! Tão quente, tão molhadinha! – Disse e me beijou com mais força, enquanto abria o zíper da sua calça. Com um movimento rápido, de quem já tinha feito aquilo antes, ele rasgou minha calcinha e acariciou minha entrada, como se pedisse permissão. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! – Respondi sem nenhum pudor, eu já estava arfando de tanto tesão. Eu não resisti aqueles olhos e aquela voz rouca. Eu nunca fui assim, normalmente eu teria me desvencilhado dele no momento em que me puxou pela mão, mas aquela noite eu havia prometido a mim mesma que iria me divertir e se aparecesse alguém interessante eu viveria o momento. E era o que eu estava fazendo, vivendo aquele momento. Ao me ouvir, ele foi entrando em mim devagar, observando eu encostar minha cabeça na parede e aproveitar cada centímetro dele, e ele era enorme. Ele aproveitou para espalhar beijos pelo meu pescoço. Quando acabou de entrar ele parou e falou entre beijos no meu ouvido: - Agora eu vou me mexer. – E começou a sair, só pra entrar de novo com toda força dessa vez, e foi uma delícia, eu estava completamente entregue e enlouquecida com os movimentos dele que entrava e saia de mim freneticamente. Nos descontrolamos e nos entregamos totalmente, como se não tivesse nada ao nosso redor, eu senti uma névoa em meus olhos e o climax começando a se formar e gemi baixinho no ouvido dele, nesse momento parece que ele enlouqueceu, puxou minha outra perna para sua cintura e eu o entrelacei. Me beijando intensamente ele entrava e saia com mais força ainda em mim, era o paraíso na terra. Eu gozei gemendo na boca dele e foi um climax incrível, mas ele continuou o movimento e logo outro climax se formou, e gozei novamente, um climax ainda maior que o anterior que me deixou sem fôlego, enquanto eu gozava ele me disse baixinho que estava no limite me sentindo pulsar ao seu redor, logo eu senti o gozo dele quente dentro de mim. Ficamos ali encostados naquela parede, totalmente sem fôlego, a testa dele encostada a minha. Enquanto me beijava, ele começou a sair de mim e eu estava completamente bem comida, como diria a Melissa. Eu sorri e ele me olhou, me deu um selinho e disse: - Você é realmente incrível! Gentilmente ele baixou minhas pernas até meus pés tocarem o chão, colocou o meu vestido em ordem, arrumou sua calça e me abraçou. Isso foi tão íntimo, tão afetuoso, apesar da loucura daquele encontro e da ferocidade com que nos entregamos, ele ainda era cuidadoso comigo. Eu nunca tinha tido uma relação tão maravilhosa, mas eu só tinha transado com meu ex até então. E meu ex nunca tinha se preocupado em me abraçar depois, nem se preocupava com meu prazer, para ele a coisa se resumia a entrar e sair até ele estar satisfeito, então, o fato de um homem se preocupar comigo, com meu prazer, cuidar de mim, foi novidade, e uma novidade incrível. Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. – Levei segundos para processar e finalmente me dar conta de que acabei de transar com um completo estranho e nem sei o nome dele. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. Se afastou um pouco e só pude ouvir ele elevando a voz e dizendo: - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Mas e daí? Foda-se eu só estava me divertindo também e eu nem sabia quem era o cara e ele não sabia quem eu era. Tudo certo. Me recompus, procurei minha calcinha rasgada inutilmente, onde ele a teria jogado eu não faço ideia, e saí daquele corredor. Voltei pra mesa e encontrei a Mel e o Nando se agarrando. Logo eles pararam e focaram em mim: - Mel, acho que encontrei o Lobo Mau! – Eu ri e ela riu comigo. - Quando chegarmos em casa quero saber tudo! - Claro que quer! – respondi com os olhos brilhando. - Príncipe, acho que já podemos ir. O que acha, Cat? - Eu estou pronta quando vocês quiserem! – falei virando um copo de água. - Então vamos, garotas! – Fernando falou e nos conduziu para a saída. Mal chegamos e a Mel já foi me ordenando: - Conta tudo, quem é, como foi, como não foi, tudo. Eu ri e contei tudo pra ela, quando terminei de falar minha amiga me olhava de boca aberta e me perguntou: - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. E eu balancei a cabeça em negativa para ela, eu estava em choque por me dar conta do quão descuidada eu fui. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Vou na cozinha preparar um chá pra gente. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na segunda, na hora do almoço, encontrei a Mel e ela me entregou uma sacolinha de uma loja chique. Olhei pra ela sem entender. - Minha mãe mandou eu te entregar. Ela disse que ele é perfeito para você e não combina com ela. – A Mel falou com um grande sorriso. Abri a sacolinha e lá dentro estava o perfume que eu usei para ir ao baile. Eu abri um grande sorriso. Eu amei aquele perfume e ele era parte da melhor noite da minha vida. Liguei para o laboratório e fui informada que precisaria apresentar um pedido médico para fazer os exames pelo plano de saúde. Graças a Deus a empresa pagava plano de saúde para os funcionários, porque se não, não sei o que faria, meu salário não era alto e o pouco que sobrava depois de cobrir as despesas da faculdade eu ajudava em casa, já que minha mãe não trabalhava fora e meu pai também não ganhava muito como motorista. Então marquei o médico que só tinha horário para quinze dias depois e aguardei agoniada. Quanto mais os dias passavam mais nervosa eu estava, a Mel fazia de tudo para me acalmar. Na data marcada ela foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Já tinham se passado três semanas desde a festa quando eu finalmente consegui fazer os exames. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Vou encaminhá-la para um ginecologista obstetra para que você faça o pré natal.... Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. Eu não podia acreditar nisso! Grávida? Como eu iria explicar? Não é possível. Na primeira vez que deixo a racionalidade de lado acabo grávida e nem sei quem é o pai! A Mel segurava minha mão e repetia: - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Como ficaria tudo bem? Eu nem sabia quem era o pai. Eu teria que contar isso para os meus pais, sua única filha acabaria com eles. Eles ficariam decepcionados, iriam me odiar, me colocariam pra fora de casa. Como eu ia explicar que não sei nem como é a cara do pai do meu filho? Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Tenho certeza que as pessoas que te amam vão te apoiar e ajudar. Mas você precisa se acalmar, porque só você pode cuidar para que esse bebê se desenvolva saudável e nasça forte. Você me compreende? O médico pediu a secretária para trazer um chá de camomila para mim e enquanto eu bebia o chá e tentava me acalmar ele passava todas as informações para a Melissa que ouvia tudo atentamente. Saímos do consultório e a Melissa me levou para uma lanchonete dizendo que nós precisávamos comer alguma coisa. Logo que me sentei senti as lágrimas caírem. Minha amiga me abraçou e me disse mais uma vez que eu não estava sozinha. Olhei para ela e disse: - A única certeza que tenho agora é que quero você e o Nando como padrinhos do meu filho, porque sei que vocês vão apoiá-lo e dar a ele muito amor. Os olhos dela brilharam e ela explodiu em lágrimas e soluçando me respondeu: - Eu vou ser a melhor madrinha do mundo e vou estar sempre perto do nosso bebê! E tenho certeza que o Nando vai ficar muito feliz também! Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Meus pais... ai! Comecei a raciocinar e decidi que não iria esconder deles nem por um dia, ia contar naquela noite mesmo, não iria a faculdade, pois iria pra casa falar com eles. A Mel logo me apoiou e disse: - Então vamos, eu estou com você! Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. Meus pais perceberam logo que era algo muito sério. Nos sentamos todos na sala e eu contei a eles o que estava acontecendo e que eu fui irresponsável e fiquei com um estranho na festa, não entrei em detalhes obviamente, mas deixei claro que não poderia encontrar o pai do meu filho de novo. A decepção nos olhos deles era evidente. Minha mãe soluçava de tanto chorar e dizia que eu estava arruinada. Meu pai até então não havia dito nada. A Melissa vendo como minha mãe estava nervosa foi logo na cozinha e voltou com um copo de água com açúcar para ela. Melissa sempre dá água com açúcar pra quem está nervoso dizendo que acalma, eu nunca entendi isso. Por fim, meu pai falou: - Você cometeu um erro muito grande e não tem volta. Ouvir meu pai enfatizar que eu errei fez meu coração doer ainda mais. Eu comecei a chorar e fui falando: - Eu sei, pai, eu fui irresponsável. Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você está muito enganada se acha que vai sair dessa casa assim. Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. Você não está sozinha, minha filha! E essa criança também não! – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Mas pai, eu envergonhei vocês... - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós gostaríamos que as coisas fossem diferentes para você, que não fossem tão difíceis. Você sempre foi tão responsável! Mas, se é assim, nós vamos enfrentar isso. Você não vai deixar a faculdade, mais do que nunca você precisa crescer na vida para cuidar do seu filho, você vai ser mãe solteira, sua responsabilidade é muito grande. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. A Melissa já estava chorando e logo falou com os meus pais: - Sr. Antônio, Dona Celina, vocês contem comigo, vou ajudar em tudo! Até porque eu sou a madrinha desse bebê, a Cat é como uma irmã pra mim, e vou estar sempre por perto. Meus pais olharam para ela com gratidão. Eu olhei para aqueles três me sentindo completamente abençoada por tê-los em minha vida, cheia de amor por eles e um sentimento totalmente novo por aquele serzinho que ainda crescia dentro de mim e que eu acabava de descobrir a existência! Por mais difícil que fosse ser mãe solteira, aquela noite no baile foi a melhor noite da minha vida. Eu nunca vou poder esquecer aqueles olhos azuis violeta me olhando com adoração durante nosso encontro furtivo e tudo o que meu corpo experimentou naquela noite. Eu sempre teria essa doce lembrança comigo. Os meses seguintes foram difíceis. Guardei em uma caixa o vestido, os sapatos, a máscara e o perfume que a mãe da Mel me deu. Em dias difíceis eu abria aquela caixa e revivia em minha memória aquela noite. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Eu queria matá-los! A mãe da Kelly, que era irmã da minha mãe, também não perdia a oportunidade de ir lá em casa nos atormentar, dizendo que ainda bem que a filha dela não era como eu, que era uma boa moça, que tinha se casado com um homem decente. Parecia ter esquecido que aquela puta roubou meu namorado e transou com ele na minha cama. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Quanto mais os dias passavam, mais eu amava aquele bebê, eu não tinha ideia que poderia existir um amor assim. Tudo o que eu fazia, fazia por ele. Eu o protegeria de tudo, eu daria a minha vida por ele. E, por incrível que pareça, com a gravidez parecia que todas as coisas fluíam para o meu bem, tudo ia se encaminhando e dando certo. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! Eu nunca esqueceria aquele homem! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. A essa altura ele já andava para todos os lados, sempre agarrado na vovó, que foi a primeira palavrinha que ele disse. Era um menino lindo, cabelinhos amigos bem lisinhos, pele clara, um nariz arrebitadinho e aqueles enormes olhos violeta que me faziam suspirar. Ele era o meu sol! E agora eu teria mais tempo pra ele. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe, então eu deveria procurar emprego na minha área, que ele compreenderia. Garantiu que meu emprego na construtora seria meu enquanto eu quisesse e que se eu saísse e não desse certo eu teria para onde voltar. Mas que eu deveria buscar algo na minha área de formação, para dar um futuro muito melhor para o meu filho. Eu fiquei muito emocionada com isso e aceitei o seu bom conselho. Contei pra Melissa e ela logo me disse que ia falar com o pai dela para que ele acionasse alguns contatos. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Catarina, sei que você é uma ótima garota e uma boa profissional. Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. Se você conseguir esse emprego vai exercer sua profissão em uma empresa global, é um excelente cargo, mas não é aqui em Campanário. Você teria que se mudar para Porto Paraíso. Eu sei que é um passo enorme, mas acho que você deveria considerar, vai ser excelente para você. Enfim, envie um e-mail para o endereço eletrônico no cartão com a sua resposta desistindo da vaga ou aceitando a entrevista virtual. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! O Grupo Mellendez é um dos maiores conglomerados de empresas do país! Trabalhar lá é um sonho! Eu vou aceitar a entrevista sim, se tiver que me mudar eu vou, sei que será uma grande oportunidade. – falei com convicção, pois não seria ruim me afastar daquelas pessoas maldosas da minha família, principalmente agora que a “rainha” Kelly estava grávida e a mãe dela resolveu pedir tudo que é do Pedro pro rebento do casal canalha! Ainda bem que minha mãe disse a ela que isso era um absurdo, mas que de qualquer forma seria impossível, pois eu já havia dado tudo que não servia mais para o Pedro para uma conhecida que estava grávida. Minha mãe andava muito chateada com a irmã, pois ela estava sempre se desfazendo do meu filho, sempre se referia a ele como o menino sem pai e isso magoou muito minha mãe. Indo embora dessa cidade, só vou lamentar em deixar meus pais e meus amigos, mas sei que eles vão me apoiar mais uma vez. Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Cheguei a minha mesa e falei com o meu chefe, outro Sr. Lascuran, mas ele não gostava de ser chamado assim então o chamava pelo nome: - Aldo, seu irmão conseguiu uma entrevista pra mim no Grupo Mellendez. Ele sorriu: - Eu sei, ele acabou de me ligar, acho que você deve agarrar a oportunidade, se não der certo você volta. Sorri pra ele e fui logo enviar o e-mail para marcar a entrevista. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Naquela noite em casa falei com os meus pais que entenderam, mesmo se preocupando em como eu ia cuidar de uma criança sozinha em outra cidade e ficando chorosos porque ficariam longe do neto. Me apoiaram como sempre e ficaram felizes com a oportunidade que eu recebi. Pedi que eles não contassem para ninguém. Quando a Mel chegou, ela ia todos os dias ver o afilhado, contei tudo e ela me ajudou a me preparar para o dia seguinte. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. Foi muito agradável, conversamos por duas horas, ela me passou todas as informações do cargo, salário e benefícios, no final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. De modo que gostaria que você começasse o mais rápido possível, pois eu viajo daqui a dez dias e gostaria de lhe passar tudo antes de ir. E também não gostaria de reagendar a minha partida. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta, será que o Aldo concordaria em me liberar ainda hoje? - Perfeito. Você pode me enviar um e-mail confirmando depois de falar com ele. Você tem alguma dúvida? - Não, senhora. Está tudo claro. -Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez, tenho certeza que você vai se sair muito bem. Te espero na segunda. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. O emprego era ótimo, o salário melhor ainda e eu ainda teria chance de progredir. Era um sonho. Mas era hora de correr para resolver tudo. Fui imediatamente falar com meu chefe. Ele ficou feliz, ligou para a contabilidade e mandou fazer meu acerto imediatamente. Após o acerto ele me liberou, disse que eu teria sempre um lugar para voltar se precisasse, mas que sabia que eu iria me dar muito bem. O agradeci por tudo e saí. Mandei o e-mail de confirmação para a Sra. Mariana, dizendo que na segunda, às oito da manhã, estaria na empresa, e fui logo falar com a Mel e o pai dela, tinha que agradecer. E aí foi a Mel quem me surpreendeu: - O que você achou, que ia levar meu afilhado embora assim? Não vai mesmo! Meu pai conseguiu uma entrevista para mim na Lince Mundi em Porto Paraíso. Eu vou me mudar com você e vamos morar juntas. O que acha? Isso era perfeito! Fiquei muito feliz, mas logo perguntei: - Mel, mas e o Nando? - O Nando já pediu na empresa a transferência dele pra filial de Porto Paraíso, lá ele terá mais oportunidades também. Ele vai daqui a quinze dias. Amiga, vida nova para nós três. Eu estava muito feliz. A Mel já havia orquestrado tudo. O Nando ia nos levar e ela ficaria com o Pedro para eu trabalhar até conseguirmos a creche. Ela já tinha três creches para visitar e o pai dela já havia disponibilizado um apartamento mobiliado na cidade pra gente. Era bom demais, eu estava até com medo. Percebendo, a Mel me cutucou e me disse: - Aprenda a aceitar as coisas boas que a vida te oferece! Eu sorri pra ela e fomos para a casa dos meus pais. Era hora de dar a notícia e nos despedir. Porto Paraíso fica do outro lado do país, então ficaríamos sem nos ver um tempo. Meus pais ficaram felizes, até eu dizer que partiria na manhã seguinte, aí a despedida foi uma tristeza. Era difícil deixá-los para trás, mas era necessário. Com o salário que eu receberia, poderia ajudá-los agora. Isso era bom. Na manhã seguinte o Nando e a Mel chegaram pontualmente. O pai da Mel deu uma caminhonete de presente para ela, o que facilitou muito fazer nossa mudança. O Nando colocou tudo na caminhonete e lá fomos nós, seria o dia todo na estrada. Chegamos a Porto Paraíso já era tarde da noite de sábado, Pedrinho estava muito cansado, se divertiu muito durante a viagem, era tudo novidade. Nos acomodamos, pedimos comida e depois de comer fomos dormir. No domingo percorremos a cidade reconhecendo tudo, Porto Paraíso era uma cidade muito grande, cheia de indústrias, muito moderna, ficava no litoral e o porto atraia muitos negócios para a cidade, era um centro urbano de primeiro mundo. O apartamento em que iríamos morar ficava perto de uma das creches que a Mel havia contactado, isso era ótimo, e também não ficava longe da empresa, de metrô eu chegaria em vinte minutos. Era lindo, decorado em estilo moderno e bem arejado e iluminado, com janelas enormes. À noite deixamos o Nando no aeroporto e de volta em casa fomos descansar, o dia seguinte seria um grande dia, eu começaria no emprego e a Mel faria sua entrevista virtual e marcaria com a diretora da creche perto do apartamento para irmos conhecer e conversar. Coloquei meu filho na cama, ele estava cansado de tanto que se divertiu hoje. Eu observei por um tempo seu soninho tranquilo e estava confiante de que aqui nós teríamos uma vida muito boa. Pedro agora tinha seu próprio quarto, eu e a Mel combinamos de comprar umas coisinhas para deixar bem a nossa cara, dar um toque pessoal. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. Fui muito bem recebida pela Sra. Mariana, que me apresentou todo mundo e todos foram gentis. O chefe não estava lá, estava viajando e chegaria no final da semana. O escritório era lindo, muito moderno, todo decorado em branco, aço inox e detalhes verdes, muito profissional e acolhedor ao mesmo tempo. Era elegante e eu gostei muito. Fiquei particularmente feliz por ter escolhido vestir um terno amigo, com uma blusa de cetim verde escuro por baixo e saltos amigos. Eu deveria estar elegante todos os dias agora, afinal ia trabalhar direto com o presidente da empresa. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. É um garotinho muito esperto. Não foi planejado, mas é a razão da minha vida! - Qual o nome dele? - Pedro. - Pedro. Um nome forte. Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Contei para ela que o pai do Pedro era um homem que eu conheci em uma festa e nunca mais vi, ela me olhava séria, não havia julgamento nos olhos dela. Então me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Obrigada pela confiança e honestidade. Vai lá resolver a creche para o seu filho, continuamos à tarde, não precisa correr. Agradeci e me despedi dela indo encontrar a Mel e o Pedro. Minha admiração e respeito pela Sra. Mariana só cresciam. Ela é uma mulher de uns cinquenta e cinco anos, cabelos loiros bem claros e olhos azuis quase transparentes. É uma mulher bonita e elegante, mas principalmente é muito acolhedora. Nós nos demos muito bem. Durante o resto da manhã ela me encheu de informações sobre o trabalho e eu ia anotando tudo. Na hora do almoço eu saí do prédio e a Mel já estava me esperando na porta com o Pedro. Entrei no carro e fomos almoçar antes de ir à creche. Eu e a Mel adoramos a creche e o Pedro já estava enturmado correndo com os novos amiguinhos, ele é um menino muito extrovertido. Isso me deixou muito feliz! Meu filho estava feliz! Desistimos de ver as outras creches, pois essa era ótima e ficava muito perto de casa, a três quarteirões de distância. Fizemos a matrícula e acertamos todos os detalhes. A diretora sugeriu que deixássemos o Pedro até o final do dia, já que ele estava se divertindo e assim já ia se adaptando. A Mel ficou de buscá-lo no fim do dia. A Mel me deixou na empresa novamente e me disse que voltaria pra casa para se preparar para a entrevista de trabalho que seria no meio da tarde. Voltei à minha sala e cheguei antes da Sra. Mariana. Sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou e eu fiquei sem saber o que fazer, mas aquela seria minha mesa, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. Levei um susto, mas me controlei e respondi: - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. Posso ajudá-lo ou o senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. - Perfeitamente, senhor. E qual o seu nome? - Parece que eu sou o seu chefe! – falou rispidamente e desligou o telefone. Nossa, que homem estressado! Isso não estava na descrição do cargo. Imediatamente minha garganta apertou, meu chefe e eu já tinha causado má impressão? Eu estava muito ferrada! Comecei a pensar que não ia durar nesse emprego. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio, e perguntou: - Ele estava calmo? Eu olhei pra ela e não aguentei: - Ele estava a ponto de ter um colapso nervoso. Certamente a jugular dele estava saltando no pescoço. Ela caiu na gargalhada e depois disse: - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza. Eu não tinha essa certeza. Talvez eu nem devesse desfazer as malas, esse homem iria me engolir viva!		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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2632910	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 11:36 PM	1733881895	1749184582		1987																														IMAGE						2.0395967063027E+15	Cowan Roofing	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469939651_998980392262583_6080844828739346959_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_mJyKl5tikcQ7kNvgGxB2Kx&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYAHKPes_UxmVRUG3iv_ng-WgK3oTzmqb1Ci00gf321pEw&oe=675ED947	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎅✨ Santa’s inbox is buzzing with one big request this holiday season: a new roof from Cowan Roofing! 🏠❄️ Give your home the gift of protection and start planning your roofing project for the new year. 📲 Contact us today to get started! #CowanRoofing #RoofingExperts #HolidaySeason		Cowan Roofing		455	https://www.facebook.com/CowanRoofing/	0										View Edit Delete
2632900	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 7:21 AM	1733881894	1745929303		1987																														IMAGE						1.021122248535E+14	Jeremy Straatmann CMG Financial Nmls#1645476	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469796835_1620200115518945_1654787312748210218_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LIcb6LCp3nEQ7kNvgFXeATl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYDZqc6982FzUiEcVw9RBwqbpclw62JQsn94K3qk2mhKbg&oe=675EB4EE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 Testimonial Spotlight 🌟 Thank you, Laurel, for sharing your experience! 🙌 Helping you navigate your out-of-state move was an absolute pleasure. Our team is dedicated to providing clear communication, easy-to-use tools, and seamless coordination to make the process stress-free. If you’re looking for a team that works hard to make your home loan journey smooth, we’re here for you! 🏡💼 #ClientAppreciation #TestimonialTuesday #SeamlessService #Teamwork #HereToHelp #jeremystraatmanncmg		Jeremy Straatmann CMG Financial Nmls#1645476		531	https://www.facebook.com/100063948997287/	0										View Edit Delete
2634089	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 10:28 PM	1733881994	1749180499		1987																											Learn more			VIDEO						1.9861398332675E+14	Quest Realty Group - Nebraska Realty	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806665_519615807704415_8261471168088525758_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bPKWUBGx1JcQ7kNvgEZUl6F&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYCnyJKkwO5D9zsXw90M_N8Vg-bzAPhPr6v-sDaD1ObBHw&oe=675EB355	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Come check out our most recent listing!🏡 📍3532 Seward St. Omaha, NE 68111 🛏️ 3 🛁 1 📐 1329 SqFt 💲 $185,000 Professionally Listed by Noah Kelley Quest Realty Group | Nebraska Realty		Quest Realty Group - Nebraska Realty		13	https://www.facebook.com/questrealtygroupomaha/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633446	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:25 AM	1733881950	1749723936		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632908	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 7:26 AM	1733881895	1745929577		1987																														VIDEO						1.4064529594885E+14	Pink Lemonade Company	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469679069_1102457541241671_4857064346468218528_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FNtC3UhuqpcQ7kNvgFZDqwL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYBbVBKo9yNBh0kYroVT2adXjFSmOxwqLKTFc5hcHhrglQ&oe=675EAA7E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I made you a little demo video for the new Procreate Mini House Kit! In this demo, I’ll walk you through how to use the kit to create charming mini houses and scenes. From customizing templates to adding your unique touch, this kit is perfect for crafters, digital artists, and creative business owners. Commercial license is included so you can sell what you create. Let me know if you have any questions. 😊		Pink Lemonade Company		36648	https://www.facebook.com/pinklemonadecompany/	0										View Edit Delete
2633981	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 9:21 AM	1733881987	1749133286		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469491114_823207693176342_5847835873422625084_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=A_zpGgjotckQ7kNvgGL7YoL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYA-frUwaoj1HkVFp-d6fsPSZo-X0Eot9BN_g2sW-FvIPQ&oe=675ED24F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2634165	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/29/25, 4:02 AM	1733881999	1748509369		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2010 Toyota 4Runner · Limited Sport Utility 4D		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1087467645977580/			1.0381049596025E+14	Jeff Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2010 Toyota 4Runner · Limited Sport Utility 4D - $12,400.00 2010 Toyota 4Runner Limited - Very clean and adult maintained - Loaded with every option available - V6 - 4WD - Runs and drives amazing with no issues - Leather and heated seats - Navigation - JBL Premium sound - Sunroof - Tow package - Bluetooth audio - Tinted windows - TRD wheels with nice all terrain tires - Nerf bars - Odor free and clean interior with no damages - Clean Title Facebook Marketplace		Jeff Kelly		7	https://www.facebook.com/Jeff-Kelly-103810495960248/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633738	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/29/25, 4:06 AM	1733881969	1748509589		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	1995 Grúas Grúas		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/579181304514837/			1.0166418558095E+14	Kelly Cortez Ramirez		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		1995 Grúas Grúas - MX$600.00 Grúas económicas de Tijuana #gruaszonacentro #gruasbulevar2000 #GruasTijuana #Gruas2000 #plataforma #arrastre #Guas #gruasdeplataforma #grua #gruas #serviciopesado Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Cortez Ramirez		1	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Cortez-Ramirez-101664185580952/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632937	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 1:31 PM	1733881897	1749753090		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						39815512425	Wisconsin Humanities	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469822619_1367270021318347_6770505500509408151_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x46l96nZHJMQ7kNvgHMyTJg&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYAMkdVb7U3acb9ESu0d96m3QFkr02qWMwdsQYFRBOKoGQ&oe=675EB254	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Extra Large shout out to Jen Rubin, our Love Wisconsin producer! She brought The Moth to Madison in 2016 and is celebrating her final event as lead producer after eight incredible years. Jen’s ongoing love for and support for the Wisco storytelling community is HUGE! Storytellers came from around the state last night to honor Jen, including her longtime friend, collaborator, poet and storyteller Dasha Kelly Hamilton! Also in the house was Gerry Nasi, who shared a real, true story of a bear and his beer-soaked underwear! Jen helped to produce Gerry’s Love Wisconsin story, one of over 150 stories at lovewi.com. Jen continues helping people shape and share their stories through the Odyssey Beyond Bars education program in five Wisconsin prisons, she hosts workshops, and produces Love Wisconsin. Thank you Jen!!! @uwodysseyproject @mothstories @themothinmadison #themoth #storytellersofwisconsin		Wisconsin Humanities		2964	https://www.facebook.com/wihumanities/	0										View Edit Delete
2633503	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 1:52 PM	1733881954	1749754322		1987																										ticketmaster.evyy.net	Buy tickets			EVENT	Milwaukee Roast Championship: Round 2	https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/253158/264167/4272?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketweb.com%2Fevent%2Fmilwaukee-roast-championship-round-2-milwaukee-improv-main-room-tickets%2F13891673	https://ticketmaster.evyy.net/c/253158/264167/4272?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketweb.com%2Fevent%2Fmilwaukee-roast-championship-round-2-milwaukee-improv-main-room-tickets%2F13891673			2.7285575007862E+14	Milwaukee Improv	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469549602_1343143063336761_8549086160434559497_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wj9xxYCzIJ8Q7kNvgHN3Rnk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_lsgIQGbVdk-5y4rZ_xsyl&oh=00_AYAQmExctTcdHF7LKRt62JPPwbGoRFZf32ZC1RQN6FzF2w&oe=675EA9C3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		And then there were eight!! We're keeping the heat as comics compete for a spot in the Final Four. You never know who might stop by - past guests inlcude The Milverine, Robert Kelly, Luis J Gomez, Charlie Berens and more!		Milwaukee Improv		14816	https://www.facebook.com/ImprovMilwaukee/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2633296	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 9:48 PM	1733881930	1749091693		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632972	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/9/25, 9:02 PM	1733881900	1746842523		1987																										housecultures.com	Learn More			DCO	The terrifying truth about the real Pocahontas		https://www.housecultures.com/trending/story-real-pocahontas-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Pocahontas%20Story%20New%20Anna0207%20V1%20En%20Dynamic%20HC-Vibes%20PHS3058%20CMD%20bf44%20-%20Unknown%20USA%20FB%20CM&network_code=CM&utm_term=content&v=7			3.1774352808495E+14	House Cultures Vibes	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793956_3508121439489628_6513761991089329363_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3-qbv8zC3dwQ7kNvgHRXSNQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYBmwaC-75kHSxwjrYXqUSIuyiagl1VTjO9dK09dKN8kcQ&oe=675EA8B2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Story of What Happened to the Real Pocahontas		House Cultures Vibes		269	https://www.facebook.com/61559123737852/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633091	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 3:11 PM	1733881914	1749759070		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Երբևէ եղած ամենահարմարավետ շապիկը	{{product.description}}	https://www.amazon.com/Camiseta-algod%C3%B3n-absorbe-paquetes-disponibles/dp/B086KY66PH?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1			4.705513761475E+14	Kelly Adams	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469841627_484140498033348_3293171854675887263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s0ju_YviYVoQ7kNvgGZKdTn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYA9LyOzzphwJh0YYUCMQx4Lu-X2dBB4GSBdLDZA8DZjkA&oe=675EB4A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Այս Hanes թիկնոցը պատրաստված է ComfortSoft բամբակից, որը լավ է զգում ձեր մաշկին ամբողջ օրվա ընթացքում: Layflat մանյակը երբեք չի կորցնի իր ձևը: Առկա է հարմար 6 տուփով:		Kelly Adams		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569523319111/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633691	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 4:02 PM	1733881967	1749762124		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469894628_1330980584552416_4131535481551460368_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=u6__7o3-9sgQ7kNvgFfCAsB&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBQWF-bwmegyc3rvbOwL8EWXC3PEnGaHqTgqH2es7HpYA&oe=675EBEE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633927	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 4:04 PM	1733881983	1749762276		1987																										www.youtube.com	Watch more			VIDEO			https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Osdrw5M0HtM			3.7702516215525E+14	whoshemphero_	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/464227802_1302118584289345_8283406013376642328_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=enBCgjdDD1oQ7kNvgEy6oDv&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAGeylydlnU0QrIPTdwb82UaFh_G1lAMAU2RIhQKh4tTg&oe=675EB487	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		“SUAVEMENTE” out now! On YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and everywhere else #explore #newmusic #bayarea		whoshemphero_		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/whoshemphero_	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633567	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 4:52 PM	1733881959	1749765139		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUni53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642353_2259990911052899_4695191914448840448_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFgucSSNlwQQ7kNvgEvzaWz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCyY3YprF-AP4_tHJK_bT5E3zRMeAOWn27Ajpk81Z6F6A&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632720	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 4:59 PM	1733881879	1749765550		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458966713_1217234019516358_951567379151821286_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SQt4_SaGMzEQ7kNvgGqOaX7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYC48fGB8l1UWAue7TNLZnoU-WBWRZrWsDoneNfAgtuJqA&oe=675EB73A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633589	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:05 PM	1733881960	1749765949		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634108	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 5:36 PM	1733881995	1749767805		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469316915_2103628390051852_7090220706922932522_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=u6Uu9UJWZ_gQ7kNvgHwH17k&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYAg3CS_KK2ULKTxGRG76EhetOfoScz9_STS1aY8tFj9vQ&oe=675ED9C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633682	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:56 PM	1733881966	1749768998		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469620871_1265002511290772_6606134516614146857_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iHlamcgRw48Q7kNvgE5jLP_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYCbYU-NpUdxcZlfDQovK6MNFLfvxZ-WXKZ-1DBqJCT8gA&oe=675EBD31	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632796	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 8:50 PM	1733881885	1749779427		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581677760597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/466121434_955465439737665_8955673734696222798_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z6gD-sFML2EQ7kNvgE7wFUd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYAfvPE1Jrgt2fYwBRKqAGXX1EjBW7qOuIbN5INboBCGiQ&oe=675EA403	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. 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2633044	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 12:07 AM	1733881910	1749791221		1987																											No button			MULTI_IMAGES						1.8197777528558E+14	M37Auction.com	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469639779_612421061444942_337897783793273028_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hK8gG-rF1EUQ7kNvgHEhiPQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYDpazWoXxTDhSKeoBEgaPtnuelylpqhSrEP9fw7xVdCBg&oe=675ECC14	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Moving, Downsizing, Getting Organized or Settling an Estate? Go to M37Auction.com for details or call (616)920-6651 1 - You can drop off items to sell at our Caledonia location. 2 - You can rent a UHaul and drop the truck off full of the items you want to sell (we are a UHaul Dealer) 3 - You can work with one of our partners to have them bring your items to us 4 - You can sell large items off-site with the winning bidder responsible for pick up Drop off a Vehicle, Trailer, UTV, ATV, Motorcycle, Tractor, or Snow Mobile to sell in our End of Year Blowout Sale (Drop off by December 19) and we will waive the Listing Fee. If it does not sell, you pay nothing! If it does sell, the commission rates are: $5 - $599 (25%) $600 - $1,499 (15%) $1,500 - $7,999 (9%) $8,000 - $9,999 (8%) $10,000 - $14,999 (5%) $15,000 + (3%) M37Auction 9790 Cherry Valley Ave Caledonia, MI 49316 (616)920-6651 M37Auction@gmail.com		M37Auction.com		32683	https://www.facebook.com/M37Auction/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2632860	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 4:51 PM	1733881890	1749073902		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kellysprofitplaybook			2.2421669410395E+14	Kelly D	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780418_889096186543761_5240659350403211158_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uRymwY20lxQQ7kNvgF8MUWj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYCgVJtBOWIPlZCttOVVzI1AapTviDVs_ewOH8QWh3Dh9Q&oe=675EB645	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly D		6	https://www.facebook.com/61555465689220/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633903	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 12:14 AM	1733881981	1749791694		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	El escándalo de paternidad de Kelly Clarkson y las estrictas reglas de crianza expuestas	La polémica paternidad de Kelly Clarkson, su vida y ascenso a la fama	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-clarkson-story-spt-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Clarkson%20Story%20SPT%20Roh%200912%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%206304%20-%20AdCeptive%20Media%20FZCO%20-%20Shines%20AKI%2091ba%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=1			1.0631133924295E+14	Style Wait	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469679057_1249111152809798_7109304733628152975_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J7KMEgg4leIQ7kNvgGZsgcJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYDOPj1JFfC1INuAdrn2VPiIW6SHLIxHmTLyz0uC_FvsVQ&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		La verdad detrás del ascenso a la fama de Kelly Clarkson: sus decisiones de crianza y vida al descubierto		Style Wait		519	https://www.facebook.com/61552284218834/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632769	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/22/25, 2:02 AM	1733881882	1745305369		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459981452_1765710160838117_6128648309256408352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EI9Ja3JO6JoQ7kNvgFmJJNL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYB8USFMO6aCU7JjnD_zFPuDzJyMP0HqkosmZImqcSenrg&oe=675EC207	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633591	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 11:39 PM	1733881960	1749789580		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632656	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/30/25, 12:23 AM	1733881870	1745990600		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459492555_877862810485497_5713673609866983434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zsT7Jr7unEgQ7kNvgEGMDOK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDOb53ZO4uWBhKsHdv6oTTHS-XNIgEGBDEvPxdI8TOHsg&oe=675EB254	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634079	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 11:58 PM	1733881993	1749790716		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632619	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 11:25 AM	1733881867	1749227140		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461161006_552547384104728_2693328307478602036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RoKfoMumKfoQ7kNvgEPZ46Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB73OH4yWD2aN6VOpM9Ibum3lMJb1yD_u4Xqc38J9sLDg&oe=675EBBA3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633142	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/1/25, 8:33 AM	1733881918	1751376786		1987																										prints10.com	Shop Now			DCO	Personalized Fleece Blanket	Personalized Sisterly Love Blanket	https://prints10.com/products/lake-filled-this-blanket-with-hugs-and-love-gift-for-sisters-personalized-custom-fleece-blanket			4.955971236265E+14	Prints10	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469849370_593945726454805_8622123406477376477_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UQVLkl8LAiIQ7kNvgEnFona&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaFAvSp00sZVInMQSiVqyGp&oh=00_AYAHfiSRvQFBlgxZhE6q969xzo0ln6WfIC_6p0YQKlJnxg&oe=675EC9A3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got a cold shoulder from the weather? Wrap your loved ones in warmth with our personalized fleece blanket! • Soft texture, beautiful design Perfect gift for any occasion: Christmas, birthdays & more! Order now and make them feel special		Prints10		13	https://www.facebook.com/61567208050917/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633928	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/30/25, 2:28 AM	1733881983	1745998116		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469677884_546919311646641_6030105385635641006_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2bXLZLP968IQ7kNvgEANARJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYCApNMd4Gt6vcJgva4C7Tc4WKMZAB9VLFuP9L0BKgpexA&oe=675ED8B3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2632764	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 6:30 PM	1733881882	1746142248		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462139670_1759760148099406_6169793968710844131_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-kNbL-sB3G0Q7kNvgFuyIKH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYDhMgrNhxKb-UyNRl8k7347Q7ugw_jjtX4tQ_RuJ9vrWA&oe=675EC632	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2634043	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 4:17 AM	1733881991	1749806225		1987																										rebalanceskintonedo.com	Order now			IMAGE	Click here to get Kelly Clarkson's free Christmas gift, a bottle that will fill you with confidence!	Rebalance Skin Tone	https://rebalanceskintonedo.com/			1.1088589187732E+14	Rebalance Skin Tone	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469418453_565885276065741_7922422260172034538_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iBpBOcDtnfUQ7kNvgFeVNU3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCbJ4WRSa9CUYHHt_GA15tE6qUAgYoh-ZZjtogZOkgp6g&oe=675EACFE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: Become the Sexiest Goddess in the World! Kelly Clarkson reveals her new breakthrough for 2024! This breakthrough has helped millions of women in the US get rid of stubborn fat and feel confident - Christmas Bonus Event now has unprecedented super discounts and a 45-day free refund policy! Show off your perfect body on Xmas		Rebalance Skin Tone		55	https://www.facebook.com/100088804425928/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634146	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 3:04 AM	1733881998	1749801856		1987																											Send message			IMAGE	Finding Johnny Horton					3.0686531918636E+14	Good Personality Girl Publishing LLC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469678588_949667650557712_956868639210324173_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IGby_A-4nnoQ7kNvgGbg96_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYDFztNvKI-SviYqGtVU_ITxLvLnQa_63s7d4ej4bdHSzQ&oe=675ED519	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Which Country music star owned the rights to the song "The Battle of New Orleans" at the time Johnny Horton recorded it? Find out by reading "Finding Johnny Horton" available now on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Johnny-Horton-Kelly-Hagy/dp/B0D443GCQW/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=		Good Personality Girl Publishing LLC		5	https://www.facebook.com/61561786949963/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633618	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/30/25, 12:06 PM	1733881962	1748624791		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633595	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 2:08 PM	1733881960	1746040088		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632644	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 10:29 PM	1733881869	1749094151		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460995122_536409665411185_2841353432547896925_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HR0PfP8m9MAQ7kNvgH3X2gE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYB4XSXwrwYW122g2kkoQLTjyUNQbYoYYNxavE7IWdEJrw&oe=675EDA4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633257	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 4:01 AM	1733881928	1749805306		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633940	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/30/25, 7:05 PM	1733881984	1748649937		1987																										ballercap.com	Learn More			DCO	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Open Up About the Struggles in Their Relationship	https://ballercap.com/trending/kelly-mark-open-up-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Mark%20Open%20Up%20Roh%200912%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%208954%20-%20Nitido%20Pubplus%2001%20a6fd%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=1			1.4467742206533E+14	Good Knows	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469640807_1362596761394981_2188304113455154335_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UJF4LauE5iUQ7kNvgFjDafA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDgAakuqn-bPPcJfR03xToCCpdvv2jmwGWUJzURoi2VuQ&oe=675EB625	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Finally Reveal Relationship Difficulties		Good Knows		1349	https://www.facebook.com/61552336215478/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633709	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:08 AM	1733881968	1748966897		1987																										cliftauto.com	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	Find A Better Price & We'll Match It!	Schedule Your Certified Service Today!	https://www.cliftauto.com/service-parts-specials.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid+social&utm_campaign=november+service			1.5278213175134E+14	Clift Buick GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469697895_1003119594908372_233080529082153120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hVeS1i-6W0cQ7kNvgH6Br2C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYA87su18CmIP4n7KoLCBf6n0ouR9lOhtgTjvqr8jnRMTQ&oe=675EAB09	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Schedule Your Certified Service Today!		Clift Buick GMC		1960	https://www.facebook.com/Cliftbuickgmc1/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633496	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:08 AM	1733881954	1748966899		1987																										Amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Fiery Forbidden Romance in Kindle Unlimited 🔥		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGOOWJI?maas=maas_adg_94CC2A52983D8CA03A36C0C18558C47A_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			1.0807030854263E+14	Hazel Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469880521_564570989525515_4208516560812792910_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8UWVMHMAlnIQ7kNvgE9RpJG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ASPFH1EOfb9J97BIkoL9BWD&oh=00_AYDORkcdh6qwGKF6Upf1QOxPAiJI9i9_ym1DmOMB84Ianw&oe=675EB6F3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I moved across the country to get away from her freckles, and now she’s on my doorstep asking for a place to crash. I can’t say no, but I can’t let her get comfortable either. Because my step-sister is off-limits. My mind knows it even when my body fights it. And our friends and family know it, too. Besides, she’s still unpredictable. Extraordinary. Innocent in all the ways I’m not. Maybe that’s why I can never tell whether I’m studying her or hunting her… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Taboo, sexy, and sweet at its core! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I clung to every word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good punch of lust, a heavy dose of love, and lots and lots of feels! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These characters had me smiling all day long! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning. Read Roommates today for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 🔥		Hazel Kelly		48	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHazelKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633474	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:08 AM	1733881952	1748966905		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633087	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 5:57 AM	1733881913	1749812239		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Երբևէ եղած ամենահարմարավետ շապիկը	{{product.description}}	https://www.amazon.com/Camiseta-algod%C3%B3n-absorbe-paquetes-disponibles/dp/B086KY66PH?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1			4.705513761475E+14	Kelly Adams	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469841627_484140498033348_3293171854675887263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s0ju_YviYVoQ7kNvgGZKdTn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYA9LyOzzphwJh0YYUCMQx4Lu-X2dBB4GSBdLDZA8DZjkA&oe=675EB4A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Այս Hanes թիկնոցը պատրաստված է ComfortSoft բամբակից, որը լավ է զգում ձեր մաշկին ամբողջ օրվա ընթացքում: Layflat մանյակը երբեք չի կորցնի իր ձևը: Առկա է հարմար 6 տուփով:		Kelly Adams		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569523319111/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633469	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:08 AM	1733881951	1748966915		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633852	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:14 AM	1733881978	1749813275		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/houston_car_rental			1.4552439197178E+14	houston_car_rental	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/442421420_1264503657884617_1094073951429451620_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=vQOm9FwhZc4Q7kNvgGXKDFT&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYBOrONtPpT5cT3dGM9Pc5IYgx2eXtx9gROaNtUZQBsCWg&oe=675EB059	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		😭😭😭😭😭wtf 😭😭😭😭 just to be clear he has no affiliation with Houston car rental		houston_car_rental		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/houston_car_rental	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632771	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/30/25, 4:18 PM	1733881883	1746047884		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉	{{product.description}}				2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461602134_1192681088880291_3265962485167695804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fEUIN3uPB4UQ7kNvgEHajx1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYAOiMJEDYo5SsjtXbbIRiQAoiODi_eTJDmkmojhdnJodA&oe=675EB704	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632985	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 6:26 AM	1733881901	1749813975		1987																										kellycenter.ticketleap.com	Buy tickets			EVENT	Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling with Derek Lee	https://kellycenter.ticketleap.com/jackie-the-jokeman-martling-1102/details	https://kellycenter.ticketleap.com/jackie-the-jokeman-martling-1102/details			1.7830206117265E+15	Kelly Center for Music, Arts, and Community	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469864645_1026872125874562_3004222025834815074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1bZqBOuZJmEQ7kNvgEcN7JD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYCGp_g38gCr61vackycmeGxfWZkqXxYCsMf4n2LJKR9-A&oe=675ECDFE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Brace yourself. He's back. Saturday Dec 14 at the Kelly Center. Jackie the Jokeman returns. https://kellycenter.ticketleap.com/jackie-the-joke-man-martling-1214/ The Handy MainLine Man supports the Kelly Center. Mark Lipsky Comedy presents an evening of side splitting laughter with Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling plus special guest Derek Lee. Recording is prohibited. Jackie “The Joke Man” Martling is a comedian, radio personality, actor, author and a singer/songwriter. For eighteen years (1983-2001) he was Head Writer and a cast member on radio & television's Howard Stern Show. Born and raised in East Norwich, Long Island, he graduated in 1966 from Oyster Bay High School and earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University in 1971. Jackie had a big hand in creating the Long Island comedy club scene in the late 70’s. He still works all around the country performing his solo act of rapid-fire jokes and his classic finale, “Stump The Joke Man,” has appeared in many films & TV shows, and frequently guests on many of the top national radio shows and podcasts. His autobiography, “The Joke Man: Bow To Stern,” was released October 2017 & for a daily joke at 4:20pm you can follow him on Twitter, @JackieMartling. Derek Lee Philadelphia's funniest returns to the Kelly Center. Facebook Instagram Advance VIP Reserved Table $40. Advance General Admission seats $35. At the Door General Admission seats $40. BYOB is welcome for an additional $5. donation. Drinkware and ice provided Doors open at 7:00 pm. 7:30 show. Derek Lee photo credit: Joel Perlish Photography Proceeds benefit the Kelly Center for Music, Arts and Community Free Parking in Oakmont Municipal lot behind Kelly Center off Darby Road. The Kelly Center is operated by Kelly Music for Life, Inc., a non-profit 501c3 pure public charity that supports Music Education, the Arts, and other community initiatives. For more information visit https://kellycenter.org		Kelly Center for Music, Arts, and Community		3912	https://www.facebook.com/KellyCenterMusicArtsCommunity/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2632739	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:58 AM	1733881880	1749819514		1987																											Watch more			VIDEO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461317102_1689411398516820_3019738163622482065_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l8eb_eGRK40Q7kNvgGc_asV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCf-dBRzgJvgmD30ErAfnGPRuO5NIWyiYPuhFoTeWjvpA&oe=675EDA5C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632707	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 8:01 AM	1733881878	1749819670		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458568810_1026702872539704_5128960842889323992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FCyr-1q7tpcQ7kNvgGkqSjb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAeRxBKfhbsD7nvNLGQddzjdHoyawzzlz7Py8G0mMo_Hg&oe=675ECFEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632660	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/31/25, 8:14 AM	1733881872	1748697274		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460844654_1586091338786756_7335652434014015276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-oKNdHn0uUQ7kNvgG_Nj3W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYALq4n3Oj3CFk628XI-pjDANa4Y9aUhb9A7ZGAFsp5TYQ&oe=675EC07A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632930	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:14 PM	1733881897	1745781255		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632864	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 3:03 PM	1733881890	1749758618		1987																										herbaly.com	Learn More			DCO	My All-Natural BLOOD SUGAR Routine 🌿	30 Day Risk Free Satisfaction Guarantee	https://www.herbaly.com/landers/wellness-functional-tea/hb01			2.3893588010959E+14	Herbaly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469965007_1949957775494837_594468585866315765_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RemPaJ43JEwQ7kNvgGq8ZhD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYC3uysbdZEBW9AcmZjoL0WAg9ZZndX5Q2UN9RXGcfw1-w&oe=675EC086	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is the truth. I normally stay in 150-180 range but now I’m in the 90-120 range. I’m not sure how it works but it works." | Deshawndra A.		Herbaly		21531	https://www.facebook.com/herbaly/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632931	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:44 PM	1733881897	1745783051		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632869	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 10:15 PM	1733881891	1749266111		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/carson.r.kelly			4.2589537394229E+14	carson.r.kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469726427_1317930916033927_9039585855782282612_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=Ud2_U3ZP_AAQ7kNvgHu2jOs&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAFIft3HZeEmFWW1K5ZOaDfxdZOmDGxY2vZLxm29lifWA&oe=675EA9D2	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		Who thinks my dad should let me drive his car? Getting my license soon!! Would you ride with me? 🏁 #theinfluencer2024 #shouldidrive #staytuned		carson.r.kelly		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/carson.r.kelly	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632866	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881890	1744621469		1987																										herbaly.com	Learn More			DCO	My All-Natural BLOOD SUGAR Routine 🌿	30 Day Risk Free Satisfaction Guarantee	https://www.herbaly.com/landers/wellness-functional-tea/hb01			2.3893588010959E+14	Herbaly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469965007_1949957775494837_594468585866315765_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RemPaJ43JEwQ7kNvgGq8ZhD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYC3uysbdZEBW9AcmZjoL0WAg9ZZndX5Q2UN9RXGcfw1-w&oe=675EC086	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is the truth. I normally stay in 150-180 range but now I’m in the 90-120 range. I’m not sure how it works but it works." | Deshawndra A.		Herbaly		21531	https://www.facebook.com/herbaly/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633577	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 8:30 AM	1733881960	1749821432		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUuXjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528117_8836029499825638_7742395324058535576_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=099SEL10_voQ7kNvgHP0RZs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCYEBmgX2isnj9LALc1jb2lMX5uRrsz6_LupY94fMqsdA&oe=675ED6C2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633747	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/22/25, 11:37 AM	1733881970	1745339843		1987																										penguinrandomhouse.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	The Last Kids on Earth: The Graphic Novel		https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721802/the-last-kids-on-earth-the-graphic-novel-by-max-brallier-illustrated-by-brian-churilla/9780593622179/?ref=PRHD4574E52CD8D&aid=7619&linkid=PRHD4574E52CD8D			2.5548664781408E+14	Penguin Kids	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469607474_927315818985592_8234149228102663902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6dHIn-WJTpEQ7kNvgEWx4eE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOMx3Zzl01lXgkc7tcYbHYzuoOh-JV9vnm3134D9FojA&oe=675EAC9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Penguin Kids		209022	https://www.facebook.com/penguinkidsbooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633011	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/22/25, 12:40 PM	1733881907	1745343603		1987																										shopsweetcurves.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Special Sale - 50 OFF Today!		https://shopsweetcurves.com/products/sweet-kelly-boob-separation-comfy-bra			1.0880969879734E+14	Shop Sweet Curves	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469844723_1666834363873788_2240745820169599231_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BQAqNtLGvJEQ7kNvgEu77xk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYAD3H80U9ynBq9jsZqsr0J4C1YrpAZRcXZxzElipqu0_Q&oe=675EABE6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		To all the fuller-bust and midsize ladies, we need this! 😉 NO UNIBOOB - NO DIGGING - NO UNDERWIRE 🔥 🔥🔥 Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to all-day comfort with our Sweet Kelly Bra. Shop here: shopsweetcurves.com/bra99		Shop Sweet Curves		1339	https://www.facebook.com/shopsweetcurves/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632872	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 4:03 AM	1733881892	1745744624		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						1.593457882048E+14	Kelly Bennett & Associates - First Weber Inc.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469887765_884290330520497_8748119987247875494_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=47ZKaxyYdlsQ7kNvgGFGBvX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYAOo1pcW6cRS5DdfcY9LbBi6WIQXcsXlYCIqOvK7jGfVg&oe=675EB840	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🏡 Open House This Sunday! 🏡 🗓 December 15th | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM ✨ Location: 6766 Conservancy Plaza, DeForest, WI 💰 Price: $465,000 Come explore the Riverstone Townhomes model home and see what your future could look like in this luxurious, newly built 2-story townhouse! 🏡 Features: 3-4 Bedrooms | 2.5-3.5 Bathrooms Spacious 1900 sq. ft. of living space Custom cabinets and granite countertops Cozy fireplace and screened porch Walkout lower level option Beautiful exposed lower level 2-car garage Just steps away from Conservancy & Sunfish Pond, plus nearby walking/biking paths! 👀 Don't miss out! Several models just started—this could be your chance to customize your dream home. DIRECTIONS: Take Hwy 19 to North on CV Turn left on Windsor Rd Turn right on Highland Dr/Bellflower, then right on Conservancy Plaza 📲 Learn more: RiverstoneTownhome.com 🏷️ MLS #1988330, 1988328 #OpenHouse #TownhomeForSale #NewConstruction #LuxuryLiving #HomeSweetHome #DeForestWI #RiverstoneTownhomes #RealEstate		Kelly Bennett & Associates - First Weber Inc.		518	https://www.facebook.com/KellyBennettRealEstate/	0										View Edit Delete
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2632782	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 5:52 AM	1733881883	1749811939		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581487410597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465988391_2356885257992504_3827140869524254642_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I6yYgEpRut4Q7kNvgHApiwE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYBiTag2_XbeaSGosDVNu1WxM3bIAJjW9i_e7LNnctA0PA&oe=675EC85F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632812	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 3:38 AM	1733881886	1745915883		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581516730597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465679308_484848971231542_2460006229707190642_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=a3TL7RdfFRAQ7kNvgG6Szns&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYDt1gKnzURYUbDyEHEJxAT9fGiDGeITFumNfANmwsr_OA&oe=675EA921	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632811	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881886	1744621470		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581650790597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465733155_446821421781060_3666344556946972157_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=REMqedhjfF4Q7kNvgFMZ0kG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYDz-mBOZIs-ieo0W9wQUkqaN8_QaxP7if_om_3-7STs2A&oe=675EC7D5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632814	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881886	1744621470		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581524110597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/466125366_1959853097824028_8926568596320238871_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jCqefRC43JAQ7kNvgHpQs_9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYBAtnsv1FJKEP5YMmTCSzVrmeaGfKALbaSVoInQYj3J0Q&oe=675ED9DD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632818	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 3:38 AM	1733881886	1745915929		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581680630597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465792736_1083457466549278_3342514078165541707_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kqGEYt83THkQ7kNvgFh043e&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYBQIhJM_5nqMZ7P4uXNwmnrZ3uvU1Wytvp_GtQkeGgEAA&oe=675ED507	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632817	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 8:23 AM	1733881886	1749475395		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO			https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581771380597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465868433_921307369332769_2683984704754709909_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ca2K32T72q8Q7kNvgE0L9J-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYCJVEnigres8bkBcE_oTkj8HwHDmTG-KJbjDGpxM2VxYg&oe=675EB09A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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2632816	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 4:34 PM	1733881886	1749504851		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581496740597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/466020177_1094725035592149_640001574863025781_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-hDMJRvvJtwQ7kNvgFtvhKs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYDKKB1D4BhQ8es1UNNULW5MsD6JeO72e3AtOhhzXzSsAg&oe=675EA5F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632823	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 9:23 AM	1733881887	1749479005		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO			https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581609330597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465994922_966518408638704_327413267129065510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=22R-UrlqEL8Q7kNvgFFsPXM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYBudUckXgMZclQaMuNuxL4T2alhQ0GD2pn75WOU23yYpw&oe=675EC70B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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2632824	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 10:54 AM	1733881887	1749570856		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO			https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581582390597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465818883_1077275487273477_5926620822311527251_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PkJG_jiLdxMQ7kNvgFJCndm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYCSq1tIq_0ZEvPxKYzbql8ivFm6U3nCUMaVqpn1KkkHpg&oe=675EAE84	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. 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2632822	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 2:10 PM	1733881887	1749669017		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581584420597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465913343_918852543504538_6476946590149501911_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zwxkjriVTUkQ7kNvgFlWeyf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AocWtyf2bH8vt-fd_1xFg74&oh=00_AYDf-BsYpLZE4xLyoRTbETJO__4Vbm4eaCBvRKbFDBD_NQ&oe=675EBF8B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Heat stories		339	https://www.facebook.com/61563777993401/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2632888	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:10 PM	1733881893	1745781048		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Free Delivery Today! Brand New Mattress Sale ✨️ All Sizes Available ✨️ Simply The Best Deals		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1729811127806045/			1.1352419182783E+14	Brittany Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Free Delivery Today! Brand New Mattress Sale ✨️ All Sizes Available ✨️ Simply The Best Deals - $65.00 $65 & up Facebook Marketplace		Brittany Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Brittany-Kelly-113524191827832/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632886	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 11:12 AM	1733881893	1745856765		1987																										sheon.store	Shop now			VIDEO	Hurry! 20,000 + Sold		https://sheon.store/products/slimmer-women-bodysuit-shapewear-1			5.4088865576443E+14	SHEON	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469534900_1255071102393773_1922548947479408062_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W8Pt4mLH_YkQ7kNvgFokc6_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYBKwxyq5MHC0dR98HJZYPNguC2H30F7tVSItbUR_GhylQ&oe=675ECDB6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		BUY 1 GET 1 FREE TODAY		SHEON		0	https://www.facebook.com/61570172526062/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632889	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:19 AM	1733881894	1749395989		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Free Delivery Today! Brand New Mattress Sale ✨️ All Sizes Available ✨️ Simply The Best Deals		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1251102756226471/			1.1352419182783E+14	Brittany Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Free Delivery Today! Brand New Mattress Sale ✨️ All Sizes Available ✨️ Simply The Best Deals - $65.00 $65 & up Facebook Marketplace		Brittany Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Brittany-Kelly-113524191827832/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632884	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 12:58 PM	1733881892	1749405487		1987																										fb.com	Contact Us			CAROUSEL	Chat on Messenger		https://fb.com/messenger_doc/			1.3551816298574E+14	Olivia Vinny Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889460_1650999582118002_6467444537024131922_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=USMUWnecbE8Q7kNvgFGWQ4G&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYAUUrFJYGNQYb08DNabvQj-eT2_9UVvFDJMlbfVOX9bdQ&oe=675EAAA0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Olivia Vinny Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/61552509734015/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632893	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:19 AM	1733881894	1749395980		1987																											Learn More			CAROUSEL	Visit us for service today.	Click to schedule service.	http://myservicevideos.com/?div=G&source=S&dealer=118067			1.0458299542034E+14	GMC Certified Service Dealer	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469984122_939715564240400_6426196474081776_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UYPIwBACrukQ7kNvgGJrWA6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYAPeTk-hiOp5A2qHzv2QdHE5IxggH33cC2f4ndUksIz_Q&oe=675ED65D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click to schedule service.		GMC Certified Service Dealer		12	https://www.facebook.com/100076668802528/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632895	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 12:42 PM	1733881894	1749404522		1987																											Learn More			CAROUSEL	Visit us for service today.	Click to schedule service.	http://myservicevideos.com/?div=B&source=S&dealer=118067			1.0099341578895E+14	Buick Authentic Expertise	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469960802_1168217844874729_6412918313351871579_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zu8DiUv6bYcQ7kNvgGHI1WT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYCkhe9PkEOL91ylvGa4IByyFzwO8TXsdSizME-atmltmw&oe=675EBE42	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click to schedule service.		Buick Authentic Expertise		3	https://www.facebook.com/100076535400446/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632894	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 3:48 PM	1733881894	1749415731		1987																											Learn More			CAROUSEL	Visit us for service today.	Click to schedule service.	http://myservicevideos.com/?div=B&source=S&dealer=118067			1.0099341578895E+14	Buick Authentic Expertise	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469960802_1168217844874729_6412918313351871579_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zu8DiUv6bYcQ7kNvgGHI1WT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYCkhe9PkEOL91ylvGa4IByyFzwO8TXsdSizME-atmltmw&oe=675EBE42	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click to schedule service.		Buick Authentic Expertise		3	https://www.facebook.com/100076535400446/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632892	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 8:00 PM	1733881894	1749430818		1987																											Learn More			CAROUSEL	Visit us for service today.	Click to schedule service.	http://myservicevideos.com/?div=G&source=S&dealer=118067			1.0458299542034E+14	GMC Certified Service Dealer	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469984122_939715564240400_6426196474081776_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UYPIwBACrukQ7kNvgGJrWA6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYAPeTk-hiOp5A2qHzv2QdHE5IxggH33cC2f4ndUksIz_Q&oe=675ED65D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click to schedule service.		GMC Certified Service Dealer		12	https://www.facebook.com/100076668802528/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632891	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/9/25, 3:55 PM	1733881894	1749502520		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						5.2222749430259E+14	Station 42	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469823132_2349012342119166_1757287876287596178_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BZ18Q3CZO-gQ7kNvgEw6QgN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYBijxLjHwN9fQQfjKDdEOf-sdiJBN_HQcls8Lp9I8R_2g&oe=675EA36E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Need New Tires ? Got A Low Tire Pressure Light On ? Vibration From A Out Of Balance Tire ? Work A Day Shift & Can’t Leave Work? Don’t Want To Spend Your Evening Waiting At A Big Chain Tire Dealer? Contact Me For Pricing Appointments Available Daily 4pm to 10pm Appointments Available Saturday & Sunday Located Between Cherryville & Bessemer City		Station 42		41	https://www.facebook.com/61570356809174/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2632904	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/5/25, 5:31 PM	1733881895	1746484286		1987																										properhotel.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Austin Proper Hotel	Situated in Downtown’s 2nd Street District, Austin Proper is a world-class luxury boutique hotel just steps from Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, & UT campus.	https://www.properhotel.com/austin/			5.3135270738439E+14	Austin Proper Hotel	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469503648_3767382040240265_8820557720922174639_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uXVOWBHtsVkQ7kNvgFiHScU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYCC8kvatiRbPalLcRHTKQwQOfPN0AkO08nP0lGb2rL9Bg&oe=675EAE6D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover Austin's finest luxury lifestyle hotel - the Austin Proper Hotel. Featuring Kelly Wearstler-designed interiors, elevated dining, views of Lady Bird Lake, and more. Anything less just wouldn't be Proper.		Austin Proper Hotel		2688	https://www.facebook.com/AustinProperHotel/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632927	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 1:09 AM	1733881896	1745647744		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632902	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 5:10 AM	1733881894	1745662222		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/carson.r.kelly			4.2589537394229E+14	carson.r.kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469726427_1317930916033927_9039585855782282612_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=Ud2_U3ZP_AAQ7kNvgHu2jOs&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAFIft3HZeEmFWW1K5ZOaDfxdZOmDGxY2vZLxm29lifWA&oe=675EA9D2	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		Photo results from pure fun! #theinfluencer2024 #photoshootvibes #teentalent #makingmemories		carson.r.kelly		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/carson.r.kelly	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632911	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 1:56 AM	1733881895	1745736975		1987																														IMAGE						92858318015	O’Connell & Goldberg PR	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469935639_2007644126348505_7817807023171926673_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nd80eYwyr-MQ7kNvgEToTu8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYBIgOH0K_N2z-eun3jDWKi3H0WD0gktpsnEWh2fP9mY5Q&oe=675EB8AC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Join us in welcoming Kelly Henning, our fall intern! 🍂✨ 📍 From: Panama City, FL 📚 Majored in Public Relations at @uflorida 👀 She is excited to explore the dynamic world of social media and digital marketing ⭐️ Fun Fact: Kelly enjoys playing the ukulele! #GoodPeopleMakeGoodNews		O’Connell & Goldberg PR		1815	https://www.facebook.com/OandGPR/	0										View Edit Delete
2632928	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 7:27 AM	1733881897	1746102459		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632907	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 7:50 AM	1733881895	1746103843		1987																											Call now			VIDEO						1.9917105065667E+14	That’s So Mimi Boutique	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469844520_1285915325768180_2682377670519099631_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1xbvU6GcKF0Q7kNvgHCKv9R&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYCIjtrhg1UwxGxit-RmkMf1tHVyqJgJx6HMiMLKjT6-rg&oe=675EC808	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				That’s So Mimi Boutique		12181	https://www.facebook.com/thatssomimiboutique/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632915	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:20 AM	1733881896	1749396049		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/meganfoxkelly			1.0372561817453E+14	Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470018433_1146831726878355_1546791624701397329_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y_wJNSPT2g4Q7kNvgG4mKQt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCcFzw5IDGdPYREt4Hsn7YAnnjtbbFsrpJeUntVfSl_qQ&oe=675EB1B4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory		239	https://www.facebook.com/MFKAdvisory/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632914	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/9/25, 6:40 PM	1733881896	1746834014		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/meganfoxkelly			1.0372561817453E+14	Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470018433_1146831726878355_1546791624701397329_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y_wJNSPT2g4Q7kNvgG4mKQt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCcFzw5IDGdPYREt4Hsn7YAnnjtbbFsrpJeUntVfSl_qQ&oe=675EB1B4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory		239	https://www.facebook.com/MFKAdvisory/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632913	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:30 AM	1733881895	1749396614		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/meganfoxkelly			1.0372561817453E+14	Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470018433_1146831726878355_1546791624701397329_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y_wJNSPT2g4Q7kNvgG4mKQt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCcFzw5IDGdPYREt4Hsn7YAnnjtbbFsrpJeUntVfSl_qQ&oe=675EB1B4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Megan Fox Kelly Art Advisory		239	https://www.facebook.com/MFKAdvisory/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632917	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 12:01 PM	1733881896	1749402111		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			DCO			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469948372_587158020355683_8543674684199783244_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Mutpmirh73EQ7kNvgFczK3v&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYC-lRPMI7YXIZQIS1eWYRUn1zeLAuSxnSYWK_eZ_8H6BQ&oe=675ECFD7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Celebre seu Ano Novo com estilo! ✨🥂 O macacão branco que você precisava já está disponível no nosso site. Visite agora e confira as informações abaixo ⬇️ Acesse nosso website através do link azul na Bio @pimentaantonietaboutique ou clique em Shop Now⬇️ 🖥️Site: https://pimentaantonieta.com/ 📲Whatsapp: (561) 808 3412 💻 linktr.ee/pimentaantonietaw Enviamos para todo os Estados Unidos 🇺🇸		Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632929	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 3:51 PM	1733881897	1749415889		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632923	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 7:41 PM	1733881896	1745714461		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632922	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 11:25 PM	1733881896	1745727945		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632924	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 3:56 PM	1733881896	1746305789		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632925	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 12:51 AM	1733881896	1749793899		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689391_3733374040325544_3386649962395728987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=24HI1DTk4moQ7kNvgFmbUkz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCiWnncOJjOQ7Cwr8F6TRN1sM2ZiFrLL7_79kkh9cV-HA&oe=675EB151	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632941	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:19 AM	1733881898	1749395980		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2015 Ford f550 dump truck6.7 diesel / plow / landscaping		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1234137404509048/			1.1016049791422E+14	Lizeth Flores		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2015 Ford f550 dump truck6.7 diesel / plow / landscaping - $58,750.00 2015 Ford F550 Dump Truck/ Plow/Spreader 6.7 Diesel. - Millage: 117k - Brand New Dump Box ! - Truck Is Excellent Conditions, everything works on it no visible or mechanical issues. - Tuck Starts right on! - The interior is in pretty good conditions. 8/10 - 4x4 - No CDL required. GVWR 19,500 - Champion Brand Hoist - All functions of dump truck work great, very easy to work. Hit the PTO switch and go! - 12ft x 8ft x 4ft brand new custom made dump box. - No Check Engine Light!! - 6.7 Power Stoke Diesel Engine - Really clean truck ! - Power stroke sounds beautiful ! - Cruise control ! - Cold AC ! - PTO equipped. - 6 Speed Automatic Transmission - Hydraulic Brakes - Strobe Lights - Trailer Brake Assist - Tires are in great shape (look at pics) - Clean blue title - Ready to make some money !! - Plow or Swiper attachment equipped - Truck can be viewed and tested at our shop in Houston. I'm Open to offers, let me know!! Make me an offer !! Open to trades ! Hablo español ( abierto a cualquier oferta! Acepto cambios !) Electrical equipment, Digger, Communication equipment, F750, f650, f550, f450, Work truck, Utility equipment, Pole installation, Telephone equipment, Cable equipment, Electrical Pole, bucket truck, boom truck, Diesel Engine , Boom, Auger, bits, kelly bar, utility truck, pole truck, digger truck, crane, boom truck, dump truck, dirt work, concrete work, Landscaping Facebook Marketplace		Lizeth Flores		0	https://www.facebook.com/Lizeth-Flores-110160497914216/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632938	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 2:17 PM	1733881898	1749410249		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2016 Ford f550 dump truck 6.7 diesel		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/3562256110732768/			1.1016049791422E+14	Lizeth Flores		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2016 Ford f550 dump truck 6.7 diesel - $58,750.00 2015 Ford F550 Dump Truck/ Plow/Spreader 6.7 Diesel. - Millage: 117k - Brand New Dump Box ! - Truck Is Excellent Conditions, everything works on it no visible or mechanical issues. - Tuck Starts right on! - The interior is in pretty good conditions. 8/10 - 4x4 - No CDL required. GVWR 19,500 - Champion Brand Hoist - All functions of dump truck work great, very easy to work. Hit the PTO switch and go! - 12ft x 8ft x 4ft brand new custom made dump box. - No Check Engine Light!! - 6.7 Power Stoke Diesel Engine - Really clean truck ! - Power stroke sounds beautiful ! - Cruise control ! - Cold AC ! - PTO equipped. - 6 Speed Automatic Transmission - Hydraulic Brakes - Strobe Lights - Trailer Brake Assist - Tires are in great shape (look at pics) - Clean blue title - Ready to make some money !! - Plow or Swiper attachment equipped - Truck can be viewed and tested at our shop in Houston. I'm Open to offers, let me know!! Make me an offer !! Open to trades ! Hablo español ( abierto a cualquier oferta! Acepto cambios !) Electrical equipment, Digger, Communication equipment, F750, f650, f550, f450, Work truck, Utility equipment, Pole installation, Telephone equipment, Cable equipment, Electrical Pole, bucket truck, boom truck, Diesel Engine , Boom, Auger, bits, kelly bar, utility truck, pole truck, digger truck, crane, boom truck, dump truck, dirt work, concrete work, Landscaping Facebook Marketplace		Lizeth Flores		0	https://www.facebook.com/Lizeth-Flores-110160497914216/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632948	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/8/25, 10:19 AM	1733881898	1749395977		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGX-qLv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA9RWlk2tbBTkKcfkKHlMZNY72XSzqz4NVgHPOJGufKcA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632945	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 12:08 AM	1733881898	1749791313		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGX-qLv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA9RWlk2tbBTkKcfkKHlMZNY72XSzqz4NVgHPOJGufKcA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632944	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 9:51 PM	1733881898	1749869502		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGX-qLv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA9RWlk2tbBTkKcfkKHlMZNY72XSzqz4NVgHPOJGufKcA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632952	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/11/25, 7:55 AM	1733881899	1746968106		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469780346_881377857312283_8268835858108825294_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tcTG0NSTFRwQ7kNvgFSHUfA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYCFweSlq-cRDeE-5AquGXn5UzqxPKzXsrC3fTaP92cHmA&oe=675EBA5A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I was bullied over and over at school. My Beta father and brother stood by, coldly watching. They thought I was too weak to fight back. What they didn’t know was that my wolf was the strongest warrior in the pack... *** SLAM. The slap hit harder than usual. “What did I do this time, princess?” I taunted, mocking Kaley. “You loser, don’t you dare stop me from disciplining that pup!” she hissed. Everyone around us watched or laughed, including my Beta brother and the future leaders of the pack. “Pick on someone your own size,” I shot back. Another slap followed, blood dripping down my face. But I didn’t care. I had my wolf—stronger than anyone could imagine. No one could see the real me. It’s better that Kaley targets me than any vulnerable pups in the pack. All I needed to do was keep my head low, train hard, and one day, leave this pathetic pack behind. Training was the one place where I didn’t have to worry about Kaley. It was where I could just be myself, unnoticed, free from her cruelty. But today... everything changed. Sierra walked in like she owned the place. The guys couldn’t stop staring at her during practice. “Alright, Sierra, you’re on the attack. Skylar, use the new defensive move and try to pin her in less than thirty seconds,” Delta Kyle called out. I froze. Sierra looked stronger than me, and I wasn’t ready to show anyone my true strength. The room buzzed with disbelief—mumbles of “What?” and “Thirty seconds? No way.” Even my Beta brother shifted uncomfortably, while the twin Alphas eyed me intently. My wolf stirred uneasily. We had always preferred staying in the shadows, but now... that wasn’t an option. “No one can do that in thirty seconds,” a voice sneered from the back. A chorus of laughs followed. The guys were full of themselves, unable to even handle basic moves in training. My blood boiled, my wolf growled. Shall we? I asked her. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask. *** The rest of the day passed in a blur after I beat Sierra in the practice drill. Somehow, we ended up becoming friends. Now, we were both invited to the bonfire party—by the hottest guys in school. Surrounded by the future twin Alphas, Beta, Gamma, and Delta, I could feel their eyes on me, full of curiosity. I tried to focus on the bonfire, hoping my cheeks would cool down from the attention. Alpha Cameron casually mentioned that his dad—the pack Alpha—had told him that all the warriors tried and failed to match my time record from earlier. He asked how I’d done it, and his twin, Alpha Dakota, was just as curious. “I just attend all the training sessions,” I shrugged, trying to downplay it. The group around me inhaled sharply. Gamma Oliver nearly choked on his beer, “How do you even have time for all that training? Don’t you hang out with friends?” They had no idea. I didn’t have any friends before. Kaley made sure of that—she made anyone who even looked at me suffer... Just then, a shrill voice pierced the air. It was Kaley. She strutted in with her minions, Jeanie and Marnie, all in tight skirts and high heels, immediately drawing attention. I felt a wave of regret. Maybe I shouldn’t have come. But to my surprise, the guys didn’t look thrilled by her entrance either. Kaley didn’t care. She marched straight over to Cameron and Dakota, wine in hand, pouting and giggling. “I forgot the wine glasses,” she cooed, trying to play the damsel in distress. Sierra, ever the bold one, smiled sweetly. “You could just drink from the bottle.” Kaley shot her a venomous glare, clearly irritated by how comfortable Sierra seemed sitting in Sam’s lap. Ignoring Sierra, she began suggesting the boys take shots off the girls. She flipped her hair, batted her lashes at Cameron and Dakota, clearly trying to charm them into her trap. Sam hesitated, then spoke up. 'I’d like to pair up with Sierra.' He was struggling to find a way to take things further with Sierra. Kaley immediately claimed the twins for herself, while her minions took Beta and Gamma. Everyone had a partner... except for me. Kaley acted as if I didn’t mind being left out. That’s when Oliver pointed at me and said, “Skylar needs a partner too.” My face turned bright red. Kaley’s expression twisted in disgust. She waved her hand dismissively, scoffing, “I’m sure she doesn’t mind being the odd one out.” But the moment the words left her mouth, something shifted. The guys—all five of them—turned to her with a collective growl.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632954	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/25/25, 12:42 AM	1733881899	1745559745		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632953	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/26/25, 7:21 PM	1733881899	1745713319		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632958	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 7:19 AM	1733881899	1745842779		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632960	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 7:41 AM	1733881899	1745930477		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632959	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 6:33 PM	1733881899	1745969635		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632956	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 2:59 PM	1733881899	1746215951		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632957	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881899	1744621471		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632966	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 12:55 AM	1733881900	1749707707		1987																										www.eventbrite.com	Buy tickets			EVENT	Santa's Sweets Showdown		https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santas-sweets-showdown-tickets-1095352802719?aff=efbevent			1.0350095105946E+14	Kelly Rentals	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793263_1302872104246842_863488831400441259_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Fv45xbepmjEQ7kNvgF9DQ6g&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYBe-qY6iMukZpWQBOm08HIS5YcuqAHDoAeaFsY5_bvaOg&oe=675EC5E6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🍪 What’s the ultimate Christmas cookie? 🎄 Join us at The White Stable in Lewisville, TX, on December 20 (6-9 PM) and December 21 (10 AM-1:30 PM) to taste dozens of holiday cookies and vote for your favorite! 🏆 Don’t miss your chance to help crown the Christmas Cookie Champion—tickets are limited! 🎟️ Get yours now! bit.ly/3Oy08Fv 190 W Main St Suite 104, Lewisville, TX 75057		Kelly Rentals		481	https://www.facebook.com/Kellyrentals1/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2632969	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 11:39 PM	1733881900	1749789544		1987																											Like Page			VIDEO						3.4232204563778E+14	Kristy's Krafts	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469778662_2737437749761630_8344060167822076993_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qW0zqgwTc8MQ7kNvgFfCEW4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYB3vInku22BPsgsC-q58jGSkLTFSpyf6eZH9sxjm6wQfA&oe=675EBB8E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		OH SNAP! Let’s make a cute little gingerbread man sign! Hit the heart button when you get here! Comment #replay! #kristyskrafts #gingerbreadman #ohsnap		Kristy's Krafts		177	https://www.facebook.com/61561665516987/	0		LIKE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2632989	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 2:20 AM	1733881901	1749799258		1987																										bretteldredge.lnk.to	Listen now			VIDEO			https://bretteldredge.lnk.to/MCWelcomeToTheFamily!AD			184592264309	Brett Eldredge	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469967172_1944563063037988_1006800989317671685_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PJ-niOrV0P0Q7kNvgGjBotJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYD1DBzZtg1j8sGSZerGKS_CRfdlPuc4oV0QFDDSjNjGPg&oe=675EA9C9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Listen to "Sweet December" with the incredible Kelly Clarkson on my new album Merry Christmas, Welcome To The Family		Brett Eldredge		1167995	https://www.facebook.com/bretteldredge/	0		LISTEN_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632976	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/29/25, 3:39 AM	1733881900	1745915965		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_A8E02B24D21B0454A84BF6D36BB2ECCE_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469885953_587209890383840_2847138201491162869_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DFPhC0Gw8oUQ7kNvgHK_5qz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYBBcrYCbHOMwQAATbNx-BZUbSJK_m6wpaO1WNUpUermLQ&oe=675ED39D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632973	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/16/25, 2:03 AM	1733881900	1747379030		1987																										housecultures.com	Learn More			DCO	The terrifying truth about the real Pocahontas		https://www.housecultures.com/trending/story-real-pocahontas-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Pocahontas%20Story%20New%20Anna0207%20V1%20En%20Dynamic%20HC-Vibes%20PHS3058%20CMD%20bf44%20-%20Unknown%20USA%20FB%20CM&network_code=CM&utm_term=content&v=7			3.1774352808495E+14	House Cultures Vibes	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793956_3508121439489628_6513761991089329363_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3-qbv8zC3dwQ7kNvgHRXSNQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYBmwaC-75kHSxwjrYXqUSIuyiagl1VTjO9dK09dKN8kcQ&oe=675EA8B2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Story of What Happened to the Real Pocahontas		House Cultures Vibes		269	https://www.facebook.com/61559123737852/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632974	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 1:34 PM	1733881900	1746383664		1987																										facebook.com	Like Page			IMAGE	Kelly Arthur Real Estate		https://facebook.com/kellyarthurhomes			5.3120086728736E+14	Kelly Arthur Real Estate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469877658_1625383671424542_300784660482641818_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EmenY7HPgywQ7kNvgHdHksB&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAUn2cNbHGpwTDu-wfzsXZH7-qeUF2jWfwVbVMOWPHhhQ&oe=675EA957	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There are real estate agents and there are caring professionals that want to help you achieve your goals and hold your hand throughout the whole process. As a REALTOR® and Mortgage Lender, I want to help you achieve your Real Estate dreams!		Kelly Arthur Real Estate		313	https://www.facebook.com/kellyarthurhomes/	0		LIKE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2632975	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881900	1744621471		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_FD080A3CF47241B18AEDD13772C4E329_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809788_1304346477133936_6849060975795576158_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ro4-3jIlPukQ7kNvgE3caTv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYCmuPqQTIwAmmd6vm-HvY1msOfzs7SU5roQFQv2_LG4CA&oe=675EB29F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632990	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881901	1744621471		1987																										properhotel.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Austin Proper Hotel | Luxury Hotel in Downtown Austin Texas	Situated in Downtown’s 2nd Street District, Austin Proper is a world-class luxury boutique hotel just steps from Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, & UT campus.	https://www.properhotel.com/austin/			5.3135270738439E+14	Austin Proper Hotel	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469940934_2584736225033488_1641046922325301073_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bXCi49Gprj4Q7kNvgGnT2VH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYDEfdhI7nIy14uyz1-2CaU7ZXI3lK6xm4x2DpX_Bb5DWw&oe=675EB742	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Austin Proper Hotel		2688	https://www.facebook.com/AustinProperHotel/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632979	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 12:00 AM	1733881900	1749704445		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_076F43A327595EF7580DFAED42F49632_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469877805_933237088738260_8404149932972546828_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6k_X_weoH8sQ7kNvgEtux59&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYCgJHqLZwdJbsk7jlxCn6l8PghCqmjMRoE2E6ux_OhTbA&oe=675EC38D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632981	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 7:02 PM	1733881901	1749772923		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_6689FF7EB05346AD2898A8298879BED5_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873039_2058084967964845_6795293952530286698_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ft9pAAmUNPcQ7kNvgGtjHo-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYClnKoJSlcuXQMh0WRhJGrpGt987QFroRSSuaTq2fM_zA&oe=675EB2C6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632980	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 11:20 PM	1733881901	1749788434		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_7EC803FB865C9ABCFCB1A7B1D52C1F58_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669610_1683948608827210_4988304582373976105_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lXqj92EjvHMQ7kNvgFx_pgZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYCSZInJcu9lG9uOTKvulBoUiDActysSLmsCL8LzfY2gUg&oe=675ECB0C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632978	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/15/25, 5:58 AM	1733881900	1749985115		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	A time travel thrill ride.		https://www.amazon.com/Operation-Kringle-Holiday-Travel-Thriller/dp/B0D2M48S91?maas=maas_adg_4D30F9DB152CF070C2DF74DCBE30D5D7_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			2.1622784406575E+15	Love These Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469864454_933157901659723_1999807023410648256_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J1j4T7c3PrsQ7kNvgGHxg02&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYB0RTe3OT7JnCoqLa7oePG2ZoxgTGcVl3idgI8nVge2yQ&oe=675ED694	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I sat and read this over one night and part of a day because I couldn't put it down!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The main character is perfect and the adventure along the way with the theories and facts (along with the Christmas element) was the perfect blend I didn’t know I needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute perfection.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “You MUST have your agent present “Operation Kringle” to anyone and everyone who can have it made into the next greatest Christmas Holiday Movie.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The action never stopped. It was difficult to put down.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “No matter what I'm currently reading, if an RD Brady novel comes out I will stop what I'm reading and read her newest book first.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This book was an outstanding holiday treat.” 🚩A stranger from the snow. A warning from the future. A mother’s fight to rewrite it all. For Kelly McCormick, trying to balance single motherhood and a never-ending to-do list, is a constant battle. Every time she seems to inch ahead, some new emergency jumps up to knock her back. But she’s making it work . . . most of the time. Less than a week before Christmas, she’s setting out to pack up the cabin of her closest friend with her two teenage sons in tow. Although it’s not a vacation, Kelly is hoping that maybe they’ll have one more magical memory there before the cabin is sold. But with one son making it clear he doesn’t want to be there and Kelly feeling guilty about all she can’t do for both of them, that’s looking increasingly unlikely. And that was before they found the man unconscious in the snow. Events shift from difficult to downright life threatening in short order. This strange man has a world of trouble on his heels, trouble that comes with gunfire. A simple good deed has turned deadly. But soon Kelly realizes that there is so much more to this stranger’s story, hundreds of years more. Kelly is not a superhero. She is not a spy. She’s just a normal mom caught up in something extraordinary. Right now, though, she needs to be extraordinary too. Because if the future this man has laid out is accurate, it’s a complete nightmare.		Love These Books		315	https://www.facebook.com/LuvTheseBooks/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632987	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 10:10 AM	1733881901	1745766611		1987																										bretteldredge.lnk.to	Listen now			VIDEO	Merry Christmas (Welcome to the Family)	Listen to the full album now	https://bretteldredge.lnk.to/MCWelcomeToTheFamily!AD			184592264309	Brett Eldredge	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469886291_484576144088612_6983062953377879988_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3Rekdp0Xk3gQ7kNvgHwp1g4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYBBpoQSA3GDB4oPtnqKVO99fLJTxpOdOutC9VeUrZCwzQ&oe=675EAB8C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Listen to "Sweet December" with the incredible Kelly Clarkson on my new album Merry Christmas, Welcome To The Family		Brett Eldredge		1167995	https://www.facebook.com/bretteldredge/	0		LISTEN_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632986	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 12:13 PM	1733881901	1746119607		1987																											Call now			VIDEO						1.1360797178498E+14	Kelly Cagle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469855691_1673617836518204_7782164397669451698_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tJ4RQnbnWDoQ7kNvgFuYlfi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYDksbDyBLIoNhtD47-eIDgxJt9WoHwVbTxGkkrJ6wIGKQ&oe=675EDBA6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		TREES ARE AMAZING!! CLIMBING THEM IS SO FREEING! A GIFT FROM GOD		Kelly Cagle		28	https://www.facebook.com/kelly.cagle.750/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632984	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 5:46 AM	1733881901	1746182769		1987																											Send message			IMAGE						4.8824246824866E+14	Kelly Mahler	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469790268_606435388563833_2818271498065026368_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LoyGRfofdsgQ7kNvgFe8NGd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYCEjvGHG4ll7nEAL3IUdDnSJEwYJP_npeIU1RvWz_LFKA&oe=675ED99B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Back for December only! Buy our popular ARFID & Interoception Course now and have unlimited access for 6 months. This course, which comes with exclusive handouts and a personalized certificate of completion, is packed full of good information: 💬 Affirming Language: How to use compassionate, affirming language when discussing ARFID and feeding challenges. 📖 Understanding ARFID Criteria: Explore how DSM-V criteria do/do not affirm the lived experience of feeding challenges. 🌟 Interoception’s Role: Why interoception is essential in feeding and ARFID support. 👂 Listening to Lived Experience: Learn how common feeding approaches can derail interoception. 💡 Interoceptive Discomfort and Pain: Understand how sensory pain, reflux, and intolerances impact eating. 🍔 Challenging Food Stigma: Address how diet culture demonizes preferred foods and how healthism shows up in therapy. 🎯 Setting Affirming Goals: Let go of healthism and nutritionism to create affirming, individualized feeding goals. 🔄 Redefining Progress: Rethink what progress with feeding strategies looks like to avoid harmful assumptions. ✅ Respectful Strategies: Identify strategies that support interoception and body listening. Purchase it now before this offer is gone: https://www.kelly-mahler.com/product/on-demand-course-an-affirming-approach-to-supporting-interoception-feeding-challenges-arfid/ ----- Image description: A light purple tile with information about the course #Interoception #ARFID #Feeding		Kelly Mahler		20413	https://www.facebook.com/kellymahler/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2632983	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881901	1744621471		1987																														IMAGE						1.0118620161671E+14	Lisa Meyer Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vermont Realty Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669436_588295313703744_2136982010829310627_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zCvuGA92DDMQ7kNvgF7Szm7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYA6NZ6qKl1ES2ePTfCGsKwiF01TsKhMkI0JRDe3-8resg&oe=675EA635	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎉So happy for my buyer clients who closed on this home yesterday! 🏠Congratulations Kelly and Trevor, and welcome to Waterbury, just in time to celebrate the holidays! It's so amazing to bring wonderful new people into our community. It was a pleasure working with Cathy Wood of Signature Properties of Vermont as the listing agency. An amazing transaction all around!! 🍾👏🏡		Lisa Meyer Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vermont Realty Group		257	https://www.facebook.com/lisameyerbroker/	0										View Edit Delete
2632988	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881901	1744621471		1987																										bretteldredge.lnk.to	Listen now			VIDEO		Listen to the full album now	https://bretteldredge.lnk.to/MCWelcomeToTheFamily!AD			184592264309	Brett Eldredge	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470008700_1095721058704312_7745291917164307095_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=srPF8sBXh9cQ7kNvgHlB-gd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aa3M42iH11hFQ1mxgp9XoHb&oh=00_AYBaO_3F7n2U11A85_n7kC0q0KJy0Hf_Tr2yxYQHdR4niA&oe=675EBBBA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Brett Eldredge		1167995	https://www.facebook.com/bretteldredge/	0		LISTEN_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633015	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 12:39 PM	1733881908	1749749967		1987																														VIDEO						1.0786663508779E+14	Kelly Escobar - State Farm Agent	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470058708_1769337010491545_5753105398870704508_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dZu95BItTlsQ7kNvgG3PAQf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYAfppD-1wgGRllVi_9IOGXDOxwH7XWO8Gy2Da6IkItQQQ&oe=675EB178	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		December vibes: cozy sweaters, hot cocoa, and our awesome customers! 🎉❄️ Sending warm wishes from Kelly Escobar State Farm!		Kelly Escobar - State Farm Agent		175	https://www.facebook.com/kellymysfagent/	0										View Edit Delete
2633013	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 7:01 PM	1733881908	1749772897		1987																										facebook.com	Like Page			IMAGE	Eric Sande		https://www.facebook.com/eric.c.sande			3.4691704850294E+14	Eric Sande	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469971022_1959492464528826_8517603535498599279_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rzRV1b4MPsoQ7kNvgFKVI13&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYD8vskDjoXvJYGLUNNgcd-w2uMc8dEeJSSeTxNqdummcQ&oe=675EAE83	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		THE REAL KING OF MIAMI Using an ounce ($2K) of coke a day, six days straight, a handful of quaaludes, sleep 24 hours, then up again for six days. You will learn how Raymond "Lil Ray" Michael Thompson ran the largest smuggling operation known to the U S government, and many other companies. Even an Escort Service. Becoming close friends with Lil Ray, he told me many things. If you tried to squeeze Lil Ray, you were taken into the ocean, tied with weights, shot in the head, and thrown overboard! Known to the media, and law enforcement as "The Real Scarface." This book isn't for the faint-hearted. If you're not a nail biter, reading this book, you will be. Characters including: Roy Black, F Lee Bailey, Queen of England, Kelly Hancock, Broward Sheriff Scott Isreal, Howard Finklestein, Meyer Lansky, Murf the Surf, and many more. My goal is for everyone to read, and enjoy this multi-award winning book, that took 11 years to complete. THE REAL KING OF MIAMI Available on Amazon. Thank you		Eric Sande		2324	https://www.facebook.com/eric.c.sande/	0		LIKE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633016	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:26 PM	1733881908	1749860764		1987																														VIDEO						9.2315956778598E+14	Kelly Motter State Farm Agent	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469947842_1115961473317613_4312329076839719203_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=an9il2QaDeMQ7kNvgFRWII_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXsTmobmqgnm_xgSXO2Xrbf&oh=00_AYBvR0g7DOq1NFdp9thOjgoin1F45yNV9Ni2zj0Mbc9RLQ&oe=675EAE7B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Life insurance or love insurance? 🤔 Trick question — they're one and the same! Here's what to think about when it comes to life insurance in your 60s.		Kelly Motter State Farm Agent		389	https://www.facebook.com/agentkelly412/	0										View Edit Delete
2633017	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 7:54 PM	1733881908	1749862447		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2003 Buick Le Sabre		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1215211463125544/			3.8177198502637E+14	Kelly Makely		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2003 Buick Le Sabre - $2,500.00 Second owner, runs drives flawlessly. 183k miles. Ac doesn't work and passenger window needs a new track. Titled and registered ready to drive home. For sale or trade, running vehicles only. If you have a trade just send pics. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Makely		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Makely-381771985026367/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633022	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 9:32 AM	1733881908	1749652328		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	After keeping quiet for four years, Kelly Clarkson is ready to share shocking details about her life and marriage.	Kelly Clarkson’s Controversial Parenting, Life, and Her Climb to Fame	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-clarkson/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Clarkson%20%7C%20CAM%20%7C%201012%20%7C%20EN%20%7C%20Celebs%20%7C%20INHS%20Dynamic%20PNP2351%20VCM%20a57b%20-%20Mobile%20WW%20FB%20VCM&network_code=VCM&utm_term=content&v=3			1.1422895824648E+14	The Fun Feed	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469692621_8654615174647963_6375261804692896915_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iJkUJBDPjeEQ7kNvgF3BuVO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCmnbQ8pFuE6goaSN3_ZfVSZ3BkNhnorx-DOJR4PtR4SA&oe=675EDA81	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Unbelievable revelation: Kelly Clarkson finally opens up after years of silence!		The Fun Feed		3575	https://www.facebook.com/100090280323077/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633024	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 4:49 AM	1733881908	1746352188		1987																										bloomfieldarts.com	Sign up			IMAGE	Sewing 101 - Bloomfield Arts	Kids Sewing Class Edmond, Oklahoma City Metro! Our 6-week Sewing 101 program teaches kids ages 7+ essential skills while creating fun projects. Sign up today!	https://bloomfieldarts.com/sewing-101/			1.1353379366142E+14	Bloomfield Arts & Crafts Studio	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470032425_557981790372143_4946894409772547539_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aAxfow1Ea1IQ7kNvgEbF-27&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYD4xQgmBENcJjkUV2Ls6M8nDJ1jQMDTWX1qXJaxHaxdXg&oe=675EB560	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We understand how important it is for kids to develop creative skills that last a lifetime. That’s why we created Sewing 101—an 8-week class designed for beginners ages 7+ to learn the basics of sewing in a fun, hands-on environment! Our Sewing 101 class is the perfect place for your child to get started. Over 8 weeks, they’ll: Master basic sewing skills Learn how to safely use a sewing machine Complete fun, creative projects like tote bags and pillowcases Let them build confidence, creativity, and a valuable skill they can use for life! Don’t miss out on this creative opportunity—sign up today and let your child experience the joy of making something with their own hands. #SewingForKids #CreativeKids #BuildingConfidence #KidsClasses #LearningThroughArt		Bloomfield Arts & Crafts Studio		435	https://www.facebook.com/bloomfieldarts/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633021	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 5:38 PM	1733881908	1749767916		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	After keeping quiet for four years, Kelly Clarkson is ready to share shocking details about her life and marriage.	Kelly Clarkson’s Controversial Parenting, Life, and Her Climb to Fame	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-clarkson/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Clarkson%20%7C%20CAM%20%7C%201012%20%7C%20EN%20%7C%20Celebs%20%7C%20INHS%20Dynamic%20PNP2351%20VCM%20a57b%20-%20Mobile%20WW%20FB%20VCM&network_code=VCM&utm_term=content&v=3			1.1422895824648E+14	The Fun Feed	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469692621_8654615174647963_6375261804692896915_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iJkUJBDPjeEQ7kNvgF3BuVO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCmnbQ8pFuE6goaSN3_ZfVSZ3BkNhnorx-DOJR4PtR4SA&oe=675EDA81	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Unbelievable revelation: Kelly Clarkson finally opens up after years of silence!		The Fun Feed		3575	https://www.facebook.com/100090280323077/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633030	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 10:21 AM	1733881909	1745767266		1987																										www.fbfs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Bundle And Save	Don’t wait, let's connect!	https://www.fbfs.com/learning-center/insurance-discounts-you-may-be-missing?AgentID=47612&utm_campaign=agent_promotion&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social-ad&tbk=BMCM1731441299913			2.2295558755864E+14	Farm Bureau Financial Services: Kelly Newell	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469778304_2393911397626910_1746360020188490361_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KoSKggj-pZoQ7kNvgFkEzkX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYBwAi7kx9NiIqT2DyUeWez2qez8Nojj37Aqg1YHDMvoXw&oe=675ED04F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Let’s discuss how you could pay only one deductible when you bundle your home and auto coverage with us.		Farm Bureau Financial Services: Kelly Newell		92	https://www.facebook.com/kellynewell.farmbureau/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633028	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:01 PM	1733881909	1745780513		1987																										www.fbfs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Ways To Save	Don’t wait, let's connect!	https://www.fbfs.com/learning-center/insurance-discounts-you-may-be-missing?AgentID=47612&utm_campaign=agent_promotion&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social-ad&tbk=BMCM1731441299913			2.2295558755864E+14	Farm Bureau Financial Services: Kelly Newell	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469826019_301776873031072_1308281486534919413_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=brAfKfB27DsQ7kNvgHhVCrR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYD_oJq9q9aosDJbP8ZFLbtTLI7FMS3HBBwQVDL_Y1RCqQ&oe=675EA4B0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether you’re a client/member or looking for something new, make sure you have the proper coverage and discounts in place.		Farm Bureau Financial Services: Kelly Newell		92	https://www.facebook.com/kellynewell.farmbureau/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633031	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:24 PM	1733881909	1745781851		1987																										www.conversionh.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Can't get enough of it!		https://www.conversionh.com/products/goggle-lens-beanie-hat			1.0649904570963E+14	Conversionh	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469792562_1264892451224751_5092008286403405679_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rB-y0w_zJW8Q7kNvgFqN2sj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYDdVwQHsFiSfKXVEWJzwgq86kbJSpbSodeaZbONiZYPUA&oe=675EB40A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😎I absolutely adore my new knitted beanie with the goggles!🧢 Such a genius idea—it works perfectly while skiing or snowboarding.❄️🏂Just simply flip down the goggles built into the hat, keeping warm and acting as sunglasses.✨Extremely comfortable, warm, and stylish❤️🌟 https://www.conversionh.com/products/goggle-lens-beanie-hat		Conversionh		14908	https://www.facebook.com/100090226883839/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633056	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/8/25, 10:32 PM	1733881911	1746761547		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kindred___spirits___			5.3787534939843E+14	kindred___spirits___	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/394728625_877580093522671_3190148556972474803_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=cALWgQ_mOYIQ7kNvgFx9CIb&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYBNm8pEd1LU5gxuYD80E5LII4ql6g7ofvGgaVTPtCDHJw&oe=675EA44C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				kindred___spirits___		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/kindred___spirits___	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633029	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 2:39 PM	1733881909	1746214750		1987																										www.fbfs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Bundle And Save	Don’t wait, let's connect!	https://www.fbfs.com/learning-center/insurance-discounts-you-may-be-missing?AgentID=47612&utm_campaign=agent_promotion&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social-ad&tbk=BMCM1731441299913			2.2295558755864E+14	Farm Bureau Financial Services: Kelly Newell	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508154_1066345528604621_7866063797002357215_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ag1ux5xqmX4Q7kNvgHJsEmP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCTKEwzKXWHQl6eUZg3fp-l7UgkHLvRhE3J2C9-GznZBA&oe=675EC662	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Did you know when you bundle your home and auto and add life insurance, you can receive a discount?		Farm Bureau Financial Services: Kelly Newell		92	https://www.facebook.com/kellynewell.farmbureau/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633027	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881909	1744621471		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469630831_949272103785870_8203020885744801148_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KewtXOFAZLwQ7kNvgHN9MPY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCOBjnCceDoHYiBhQHLttViq4ptbQxoWDI9LE2O_CCNAw&oe=675EAA53	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633035	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 9:53 PM	1733881909	1746154411		1987																										api.whatsapp.com	Get Quote			DCO		Genuine Leather, Top Quality Guaranteed	https://api.whatsapp.com/send			4.6586849994445E+14	Baghemsarellucy-MK	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469987557_914893964109930_6301915585493929052_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JLsxDr3MCSMQ7kNvgEzwztG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYCCynz-XKgdBgXly2WgnjFokXbcyt6HqrKDvIIleTZEjg&oe=675EBBEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		💖Top quality expensive price💝 🎁H.E.R.M.E.S Handmade 🎁Free shipping worldwide 🎁Genuine leather 🎉Please inbox me for price 😘If you are looking for really the highest quality bag.		Baghemsarellucy-MK		1	https://www.facebook.com/61567881225445/	0		GET_QUOTE								View Edit Delete
2633057	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 8:11 AM	1733881911	1749042714		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kindred___spirits___			5.3787534939843E+14	kindred___spirits___	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/394728625_877580093522671_3190148556972474803_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=cALWgQ_mOYIQ7kNvgFx9CIb&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYBNm8pEd1LU5gxuYD80E5LII4ql6g7ofvGgaVTPtCDHJw&oe=675EA44C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				kindred___spirits___		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/kindred___spirits___	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633038	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881909	1744621471		1987																										thekellybrewershow.com	Order now			VIDEO	Explore The Deepening Trilogy		https://thekellybrewershow.com/			3.5090870809878E+14	The Kelly Brewer Show	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469797030_819762883563098_8352567497517935397_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EWlJQ0xRAAsQ7kNvgFTaSeq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYCy19Z1C_9C7Lk9lDIc20C1KW6t2y-5Rm4KPMV5stnbYA&oe=675EBB5A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Step into the universe of The Deepening Trilogy and witness a rockstar's journey to save the galaxy. Don’t miss out—watch, explore, and get your copy on Amazon today!		The Kelly Brewer Show		83	https://www.facebook.com/thekellybrewershow/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633033	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/22/25, 1:56 AM	1733881909	1745304981		1987																										www.jetpacglobal.com	Get offer			VIDEO			https://www.jetpacglobal.com/destinations/			2.7386730688719E+14	Kelly Wickramasuriya	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469784264_1223524708746490_964501039010128247_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mabH7riwkdMQ7kNvgH3C69b&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ABtBIOGqNSamH6CwV9w9pgd&oh=00_AYB-ZHSTY5KNiFMGdCkNlHXgpbmHo2gga3j0IXWdZNxLRQ&oe=675EA979	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Go to @jetpacglobal’s bio if you wanna get involved 🫶🏼 #SleighwithJetpac		Kelly Wickramasuriya		0	https://www.facebook.com/100066891383668/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633048	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 9:07 AM	1733881910	1745849270		1987																										ninablanc.com	Shop Now			DCO	Elegance in Every Detail	{{product.description}}	https://ninablanc.com/products/the-stripes-lao-dress			1.0269197891773E+14	Nina Blanc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469755088_775574511423035_5290686667561639093_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0aipaQiWdxcQ7kNvgESmoaz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYCWkIhw2AgGalDM8p1SuZAOgswjVV4yOngo4kJuU_zZOQ&oe=675EB5CF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Timeless by design, elegant by nature. At Nina Blanc, we craft pieces that go beyond trends—sophisticated, effortless, and made for those who see fashion as an expression of art and heritage. Redefine your wardrobe with style that lasts. #NinaBlanc #SlowFashion #ForeverElegant #HandmadeInSpain		Nina Blanc		68	https://www.facebook.com/100075833628552/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633047	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 12:22 PM	1733881910	1749748964		1987																										ninablanc.com	Shop Now			DCO	Elegance in Every Detail	{{product.description}}	https://ninablanc.com/products/the-lily-kala-dress			1.0269197891773E+14	Nina Blanc	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469935954_810584027818863_5265588253484047934_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kkaxwE0ev6AQ7kNvgEaR5Nl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYBH9gSg7Kv5NMAxW3NyA8HdfUlFjHOqgA0Oik7XGnzpYQ&oe=675ECA48	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Timeless by design, elegant by nature. At Nina Blanc, we craft pieces that go beyond trends—sophisticated, effortless, and made for those who see fashion as an expression of art and heritage. Redefine your wardrobe with style that lasts. #NinaBlanc #SlowFashion #ForeverElegant #HandmadeInSpain		Nina Blanc		68	https://www.facebook.com/100075833628552/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633045	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 8:22 PM	1733881910	1746321745		1987																											Send message			IMAGE						3.8043945196767E+14	Kelly Chess Photography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469954459_1776826953075206_1967407622827042011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hwfSYsr-ql8Q7kNvgHg1f3O&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYArIh8dJCnAuQKAVw_ZUA4XYD-k68m2zVA-5cFb_6zgiw&oe=675EA5D7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Today Only! Gift Certificates for a one hour shoot are $25 off. Give the gift of captured memories! Sale ends at midnight tonight. #kellychessphotography #kansasphotographer #candidphotography #lakeperrykansas Serving Jefferson, Douglas, Shawnee, Jackson, Leavenworth, and Atchison counties.		Kelly Chess Photography		2858	https://www.facebook.com/KMWButterflyImages/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633051	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 2:45 PM	1733881910	1746387938		1987																										tecnicamilenar.site	Learn more			VIDEO	Cómo utilizar correctamente los dos dedos!😊👅	El único con aprobación femenina del 100%	https://tecnicamilenar.site/descubrir-masaje/			1.1630330801654E+14	Joyce Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/466868812_1743908543024311_6362209961886611810_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zt0zacWknnYQ7kNvgFXjQfH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYCRakg2YqQZ2fxpMT4gf3NUav_P378EuZhxFlcO_VQo3w&oe=675ED822	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Transforma tus manos en una herramienta experta para SATISF4C3R de verdad a una mujer. Conviértete en un M3STR3 DEL PL4C3R con el toque adecuado! Haz clic en el botón y descubre cómo hacerlo!		Joyce Kelly		232	https://www.facebook.com/joycursosead/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633053	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/22/25, 1:56 AM	1733881910	1745304975		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2013 Cadillac CTS · Performance AWD		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1107698540940487/			1.0288689826946E+14	Kelly Gettinger		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2013 Cadillac CTS · Performance AWD - $14,900.00 2013 Cadillac CTS Performance AWD Engine: 3.6L Transmission: V6 Mileage: 133,000 Max Towing Capacity: 1,000 lbs ✅Leather Interior ✅Heated Seats ✅Power Mirrors ✅Heated Mirrors ✅Driver Seat with Power Adjustable Lumbar Support ✅Sapele Wood Trim Package 🌟172 Point inspection by trained technicians! 🌟🌟Comes with a 12month/12K mile powertrain Warranty! ☎️573-392-3333 or online at LloydBelt.com👇👇👇👇👇 https://www.lloydbelt.com/default.asp?page=xInventoryDetail&id=16378680&p=1&make=cadillac&s=(Sort%20By)&d=D&fr=xAllInventory Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Gettinger		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Gettinger-102886898269455/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633054	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/22/25, 2:06 AM	1733881910	1745305564		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Frontgate Marion French Cane King Bed		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1127762675407046/			5.8888654175823E+14	Kelly Hanley		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Frontgate Marion French Cane King Bed - $900.00 Like new Marion Cane Bed. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Hanley		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Hanley-588886541758234/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633065	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 2:57 PM	1733881912	1745783860		1987																										yeexx.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Click here to get Kelly Clarkson's free Christmas gift-Kelly Clarkson Diet Gummies 🍬 See Results 🔽	Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.	https://yeexx.com/xzgy166/?name=99z99&px=951150592377449			1.4207878748852E+15	𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470038175_917223263838167_631793887961065498_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xaugL3JeORwQ7kNvgH0zIc8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDpnvbajSpQmIJXQnWwzpLf8xUrBAzxk6zxUsttFRYijw&oe=675ED5B3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.		𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀		765	https://www.facebook.com/hermanosyhermanas/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633061	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 7:03 AM	1733881912	1746360223		1987																										fb.me	Sign up			VIDEO	🚨 Epic Giveaway Alert: Free Wedding Film with Any Wedding Packages!	Wedding Videography Package	http://fb.me/			4.2964491716624E+14	Watson Wedding Videography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469126318_881969290591875_5062489519305163140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rl9htDI02IkQ7kNvgEfrMVd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDDffrWberYfxeMxSLkdLsZ1c1eg_5R4v8sYhgCDbTcmg&oe=675EC1A6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		!! Georgia Brides !! Do you want your wedding day captured like a movie? This month we’re offering a FREE Special Moments WEDDING FILM (Ceremony + Toasts + Dances – $1000 value) with ANY of our Wedding Packages! Click the Sign Up button below to receive yours for Your Wedding today We’re limiting this sale initially to only 15 couples and spots will fill up FAST. Sale ends December 31st Here’s how to receive the Wedding Film: 👉 Click the Sign Up button 👉 Fill out the form 👉 We’ll send over prices and availability for your wedding day! 💫 Read what people are saying about Watson Wedding Videography experience: "I cant thank them enough for making my Hallmark wedding day into an actual Hallmark film!!!" - Mike + Kelly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The Best Wedding Videographer!!! Josh knowledge and talents are exceptional! The drone feature was well-worth the splurge. Best Money Spent!!!!!!!!!" – Kristy Lane ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I have no words to describe the magic that these guys captured on my wedding day. Josh is so easy to work with from the start to finish. You will not regret booking Watson Wedding Videography to film your big day!!” – Bobbie Spamer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click the Sign Up button below to receive your invite and get all the details.		Watson Wedding Videography		8922	https://www.facebook.com/WatsWeddingVideography/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633064	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 3:57 AM	1733881912	1745830678		1987																										yeexx.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Click here to get Kelly Clarkson's free Christmas gift-Kelly Clarkson Diet Gummies 🍬 See Results 🔽	Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.	https://yeexx.com/xzgy166/?name=99z99&px=951150592377449			1.4207878748852E+15	𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470038175_917223263838167_631793887961065498_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xaugL3JeORwQ7kNvgH0zIc8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDpnvbajSpQmIJXQnWwzpLf8xUrBAzxk6zxUsttFRYijw&oe=675ED5B3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.		𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀		765	https://www.facebook.com/hermanosyhermanas/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633083	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/4/25, 9:29 AM	1733881913	1746368978		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633063	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/6/25, 7:42 PM	1733881912	1746578542		1987																										fb.me	Sign up			IMAGE	🚨 Epic Giveaway Alert: Free Wedding Film with Any Wedding Packages!	Wedding Videography Package	http://fb.me/			4.2964491716624E+14	Watson Wedding Videography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469537596_1567387173908168_4697491772960585711_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5IGbB3lOiAMQ7kNvgGsqHCI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYAFSa4pzx8kDOCTD1qCTUaijWRb-1eteLkG_0P4lvdh_A&oe=675EBA05	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		!! Georgia Brides !! Do you want your wedding day captured like a movie? This month we’re offering a FREE Special Moments WEDDING FILM (Ceremony + Toasts + Dances – $1000 value) with ANY of our Wedding Packages! Click the Sign Up button below to receive yours for Your Wedding today We’re limiting this sale initially to only 15 couples and spots will fill up FAST. Sale ends December 31st Here’s how to receive the Wedding Film: 👉 Click the Sign Up button 👉 Fill out the form 👉 We’ll send over prices and availability for your wedding day! 💫 Read what people are saying about Watson Wedding Videography experience: "I cant thank them enough for making my Hallmark wedding day into an actual Hallmark film!!!" - Mike + Kelly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The Best Wedding Videographer!!! Josh knowledge and talents are exceptional! The drone feature was well-worth the splurge. Best Money Spent!!!!!!!!!" – Kristy Lane ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I have no words to describe the magic that these guys captured on my wedding day. Josh is so easy to work with from the start to finish. You will not regret booking Watson Wedding Videography to film your big day!!” – Bobbie Spamer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click the Sign Up button below to receive your invite and get all the details.		Watson Wedding Videography		8922	https://www.facebook.com/WatsWeddingVideography/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633067	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 10:12 AM	1733881912	1745766770		1987																										yeexx.com	Order Now			CAROUSEL	Click here to get Kelly Clarkson's free Christmas gift-Kelly Clarkson Diet Gummies 🍬 See Results 🔽	Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.	https://yeexx.com/xzgy166/?name=99z99&px=951150592377449			1.4207878748852E+15	𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470038175_917223263838167_631793887961065498_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xaugL3JeORwQ7kNvgH0zIc8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDpnvbajSpQmIJXQnWwzpLf8xUrBAzxk6zxUsttFRYijw&oe=675ED5B3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Merry Christmas-Kelly has applied for a unique FDA anti-counterfeiting mark for her endorsed product.		𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀		765	https://www.facebook.com/hermanosyhermanas/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633069	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 11:13 PM	1733881912	1749701621		1987																										breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app	Shop Now			DCO	Last Longer In Bed	Loved by Over 7,000 Men	https://breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app/listicle			4.8409800812317E+14	Breathandbreak	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469914532_2020182205143522_2468121407787679687_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tUG6g8l4UwIQ7kNvgE4cBS6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDvr7ka5NLV_jc9UnAJMn9sZfZF4_Np7xUCtY__TNsWVQ&oe=675ECCB8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Guys, it's time to enjoy longer-lasting intimacy, with instant effects and no negative impact. 😉 Instant Results 👀 Discreet and Portable ✅ Easy to Use Experience longer-lasting intimacy as a man today!		Breathandbreak		0	https://www.facebook.com/61569130363022/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633072	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 2:47 AM	1733881912	1749714435		1987																										breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app	Shop Now			DCO	Last Longer In Bed	Loved by Over 7,000 Men	https://breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app/listicle			4.8409800812317E+14	Breathandbreak	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469914532_2020182205143522_2468121407787679687_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tUG6g8l4UwIQ7kNvgE4cBS6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDvr7ka5NLV_jc9UnAJMn9sZfZF4_Np7xUCtY__TNsWVQ&oe=675ECCB8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Guys, it's time to enjoy longer-lasting intimacy, with instant effects and no negative impact. 😉 Instant Results 👀 Discreet and Portable ✅ Easy to Use Experience longer-lasting intimacy as a man today!		Breathandbreak		0	https://www.facebook.com/61569130363022/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633071	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 1:23 PM	1733881912	1749838991		1987																										breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app	Shop Now			DCO	Last Longer In Bed	Loved by Over 7,000 Men	https://breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app/listicle			4.8409800812317E+14	Breathandbreak	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469914532_2020182205143522_2468121407787679687_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tUG6g8l4UwIQ7kNvgE4cBS6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDvr7ka5NLV_jc9UnAJMn9sZfZF4_Np7xUCtY__TNsWVQ&oe=675ECCB8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Guys, it's time to enjoy longer-lasting intimacy, with instant effects and no negative impact. 😉 Instant Results 👀 Discreet and Portable ✅ Easy to Use Experience longer-lasting intimacy as a man today!		Breathandbreak		0	https://www.facebook.com/61569130363022/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633068	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881912	1744621471		1987																										www.newsbreakapp.com	Install now			IMAGE	Breaking news from Anniston!		https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.particlenews.newsbreak			1.1282401105527E+15	Anniston, Alabama Local - News Break	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469824894_599510052618400_5037800073485302352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jcEEARi49FMQ7kNvgEHOVIn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCSY_ptXUgeQqVr-cve0Y1odZfJTZt9k7zQzupEzrylEA&oe=675ED3E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Anniston News: Berman Book Club at Anniston Museums and Gardens : A Historical Journey Through Fiction. Install news app trusted by millions to stay informed of latest Anniston local news!		Anniston, Alabama Local - News Break		1708	https://www.facebook.com/100072335875388/	0		INSTALL_MOBILE_APP								View Edit Delete
2633070	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/22/25, 2:10 AM	1733881912	1745305823		1987																										breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app	Shop Now			DCO	Last Longer In Bed	Loved by Over 7,000 Men	https://breathandbreakcom.pagedeck.app/listicle			4.8409800812317E+14	Breathandbreak	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469914532_2020182205143522_2468121407787679687_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tUG6g8l4UwIQ7kNvgE4cBS6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDvr7ka5NLV_jc9UnAJMn9sZfZF4_Np7xUCtY__TNsWVQ&oe=675ECCB8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Guys, it's time to enjoy longer-lasting intimacy, with instant effects and no negative impact. 😉 Instant Results 👀 Discreet and Portable ✅ Easy to Use Experience longer-lasting intimacy as a man today!		Breathandbreak		0	https://www.facebook.com/61569130363022/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633080	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 12:44 AM	1733881913	1745819050		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633078	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/30/25, 3:20 PM	1733881913	1746044405		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633076	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 12:01 AM	1733881913	1746162103		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633082	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 7:14 AM	1733881913	1746188098		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633075	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/5/25, 5:13 PM	1733881913	1746483203		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633074	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/8/25, 4:13 PM	1733881913	1746738783		1987																										www.trydivinewave.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Discover The Ancient Abundance Secret	"Works as soon as tonight"	https://www.trydivinewave.com/vsl			2.2706009049379E+14	Danny Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469902686_1618403532437162_3926469037805184208_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9LyVFMOtEBcQ7kNvgG7UQTP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYDEY5Cu5aEB-khhJhawtPj3ww1SGR47XZZ3FMptS5CIug&oe=675EDA70	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Are You Too Busy Making a “Living” To Truly Live?⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Most people are…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ They’re good people, doing honest work…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Thinking if they work hard…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ They’ll get ahead…⁣⁣ ⁣ Until years pass and the reality hits…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ They've been running tirelessly on a financial treadmill…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ While the rich seemingly grow wealthier without breaking a sweat.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The good news is…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ There are 3,194 billionaires out there…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ There are 5,200,000 new millionaires made every year…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ And neuroscientists discovered just one SMALL difference between you and them…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ That difference is…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The wealthy use a “divine” brainwave.⁣ ⁣ All of us are born with this brainwave.⁣ ⁣ But some know how to use it - while others don’t.⁣ ⁣ Ancient religions called this brainwave our “divine gift”.⁣ ⁣ Yale says this brainwave wires the brain for abundance and good fortune.⁣ ⁣⁣ And this brainwave is responsible for attracting wealth and abundance beyond their wildest dreams…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ While allowing them to keep the thing that matters most to them - time.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Activating this divine brainwave comes down to a simple ritual.⁣ ⁣ One practiced by King Solomon, and proven by science from Yale, Harvard, Stanford, and more.⁣ ⁣⁣ It doesn’t require ANY hard work or luck…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ And no, this isn’t the Law of Attraction.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It's an ancient secret backed by modern science.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ And it can work as soon as tonight.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I’m sharing it for as long as they’ll allow me…⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Tap “Learn More” Below To Activate The Divine Brainwave That Attracts Abundance And Good Fortune 👇⁣		Danny Kelly		92	https://www.facebook.com/61556265068189/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633077	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881913	1744621471		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633079	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881913	1744621471		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633081	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881913	1744621471		1987																										dearflor.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	World's First Filipino Garden Gummy		http://filipinogummies.com/			4.2041319449822E+14	Dear Flor Treats	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893320_1263808604840159_3975273082755557081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WRndoFpJ2-4Q7kNvgG6q7Ep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AhJUK6a6Ie1e89BgFDsNVkd&oh=00_AYCrVrkfYagR9aYRfTLdwJeo4oHT31p-bSxYJtFtex30zA&oe=675EBB07	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Dear Flor Treats		7	https://www.facebook.com/dearflortreats/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633121	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 3:36 AM	1733881916	1745829366		1987																										sportzbonanza.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Man Claims to Be Walking His Dogs, but His Real Activity Is Far from Ordinary	On April 26, 2024, Jake, the owner of five German Shepherd dogs, took them for multiple walks daily. Although walking dogs is a common activity, Jake's neighbors sensed something peculiar about him. It didn't take long for them to realize that he was engaging in something out of the ordinary, but th...	https://sportzbonanza.com/man-walking-his-dogs-then-md/			1.0423819206745E+14	Fox'oclock	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469620397_605329382055024_8884633568797572272_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F2msXY5pBiQQ7kNvgEeKTRe&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYAxNzVQT-edfV47JY_b8kb_LfY5CAJ0zLnYt3yNutBuQA&oe=675EAA9D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Man Claims to Be Walking His Dogs, but His Real Activity Is Far from Ordinary		Fox'oclock		7108	https://www.facebook.com/100076064792214/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633120	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/1/25, 2:25 PM	1733881916	1746127535		1987																										sportzbonanza.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Man Claims to Be Walking His Dogs, but His Real Activity Is Far from Ordinary	On April 26, 2024, Jake, the owner of five German Shepherd dogs, took them for multiple walks daily. Although walking dogs is a common activity, Jake's neighbors sensed something peculiar about him. It didn't take long for them to realize that he was engaging in something out of the ordinary, but th...	https://sportzbonanza.com/man-walking-his-dogs-then-md/			1.0423819206745E+14	Fox'oclock	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469848797_1270945567477478_6592854579008077712_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wegLNT-FVAIQ7kNvgHwB8hp&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYA3lqBGDB2-BHSxNgN14-_GeT3vfmR-_Lz3MXQSA42TJA&oe=675EA93E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Man Claims to Be Walking His Dogs, but His Real Activity Is Far from Ordinary		Fox'oclock		7108	https://www.facebook.com/100076064792214/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633119	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 12:54 AM	1733881916	1749794043		1987																										kellymortimer.com	Download			DCO	Connect with couples even when you aren't at your desk		http://fb.me/			2.361776069669E+14	Kelly Mortimer - Wedding Industry	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469875391_1270116474235464_5561838969771888502_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zwl-3JTF3p0Q7kNvgFJk-BU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYDP4QMv4mUg01GtoL8eoEl8Mtr1Acq9EyddZnumebRTtw&oe=675ED5E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Your Out Of Office can be selling easily while you’re sipping champagne by the fire! [But most Wedding Pros don’t know this!] Uncover the exact formula that our clients use in their Out Of Office to convert couples into calls and appointments THIS Engagement Season. 👉 If you are saying... “I am away from my desk until Monday, I’ll answer as soon as possible when I am back ” STOP ❌ You’re losing bookings and sales! 👉Download this template to find out what to say AND how to say it. Quickly, easily and for FREE. This is one simple, fast step that you can implement in less than 5 minutes. It would be crazy not to download this free tool. You are a Wedding Professional who loves to over deliver, and yet when it comes to sales you know you could be seeing better results. As the UK’s leading Wedding Industry expert I help entrepreneurs and global hotel brands to increase their revenue.		Kelly Mortimer - Wedding Industry		1871	https://www.facebook.com/IncreaseWeddingRevenue/	0		DOWNLOAD								View Edit Delete
2633122	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881916	1744621471		1987																										sportzbonanza.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Man Claims to Be Walking His Dogs, but His Real Activity Is Far from Ordinary	On April 26, 2024, Jake, the owner of five German Shepherd dogs, took them for multiple walks daily. Although walking dogs is a common activity, Jake's neighbors sensed something peculiar about him. It didn't take long for them to realize that he was engaging in something out of the ordinary, but th...	https://sportzbonanza.com/man-walking-his-dogs-then-md/			1.0423819206745E+14	Fox'oclock	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469870259_1264868581298017_6323194870456760323_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oTW91W4AAR4Q7kNvgHZ0r5E&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYA1aPwJDuwnRDdeTtjgn1sJmw0sU4-PU3RCw8mOkwarCg&oe=675EA7CE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Man Claims to Be Walking His Dogs, but His Real Activity Is Far from Ordinary		Fox'oclock		7108	https://www.facebook.com/100076064792214/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633156	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881918	1744621471		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO			http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3880149930726E+14	DramaBox- drama movies2	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469844062_1136482237848582_8563835139244063775_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sQ5dYco2jUsQ7kNvgH6p-LQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYCazlXfzH2YPoh-R2sXQeeIRiizKed136T4ZQGztb_Bwg&oe=675EBC66	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				DramaBox- drama movies2		150377	https://www.facebook.com/61551046958457/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633125	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/28/25, 11:10 AM	1733881916	1745856651		1987																										hunled.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️😍O que acontece a seguir👉Clique aqui para continuar lendo👉	🔥Mais grandes romances aqui🔥	https://hunled.com/market/buenovela/3?lpid=15216&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0561450262558E+14	Casa dos livros	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470047282_468977685828095_1287244847958905121_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jC37BhJV3cYQ7kNvgEGS0ML&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYBKC9Lbc-wuLJfGKb_8RYkM1bh9jI0KCAZyYJnY0LeI1g&oe=675EADE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cheguei em casa depois de um dia puxado e meus pais estavam me esperando na sala. - Catarina, senta aí que precisamos conversar. – Meu pai falou e parecia bem nervoso. - Pode falar, pai, o que aconteceu? – Perguntei ao meu pai cansado, eu tinha trabalhado o dia todo, ido pra faculdade à noite e, ao chegar em casa, a única coisa que eu queria era tomar um banho e cair na cama. Mas não foi possível. - Catarina, chegou o convite de casamento da sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. - Aquela mulherzinha não é minha prima! – Falei já ficando nervosa. - Catarina, ela é a sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. – É melhor você parar com esse ataque de infantilidade. A Melissa já bateu nela e fez um escândalo aqui em casa. Agora chega! Ela é filha da minha irmã, portanto é sua prima. - Me desculpa, mãe, mas ela não é nada pra mim. – Tentei manter a calma. – Ela ficou com o meu namorado na minha cama, isso não é coisa que se faça. Eu namorava o Cláudio há quatro anos, ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e o encontrei na minha cama, no meu quarto, transando com a Kelly, minha prima! Eu fiquei em choque. Claro que a Melissa, minha melhor amiga, partiu pra cima deles. Desde então as coisas ficaram tensas em minha casa, pois meus pais insistiam que era uma bobagem e que eu deveria agir como se nada tivesse acontecido e voltasse a conviver com a minha prima. - Errado foi ele, Catarina, que era seu namorado. – Minha mãe argumentou. – A Kelly, coitada, foi seduzida, ele a desonrou, agora vai se casar com ela pra ela não ficar mal falada na cidade. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. – Olha aqui, se você não quer conviver com a Kelly tudo bem, mas você vai a esse casamento. E chega desse comportamento grosseiro. - Eu o quê? – Achei que eu tinha ouvido errado. - Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras, evento de gala, falando para os meus pais que seria importantíssimo para a minha carreira, já que os empresários mais importantes da cidade estariam lá, eu faria contatos muito importantes e nossos professores haviam prometido nos apresentar a vários empresários que abririam portas para o nosso futuro profissional. Em princípio meus pais não estavam muito convencidos, mas os pais da Melissa conversaram com eles e os convenceram de que seria uma excelente oportunidade para o meu futuro. Então eles concordaram que eu deveria aproveitar a oportunidade. - Catarina, você não pode me dizer não! Já comprei os convites, as máscaras e já até convenci seus pais de que é um evento importantíssimo para o seu futuro profissional, o que me deu um trabalhão. Essa festa vai ser incrível e você não vai perder! – Melissa, falava e me olhava com os olhos de um cachorrinho abandonado, juntando as mãos como se suplicando. Eu estava sentada em minha mesa no trabalho, no meio da tarde de uma quinta feira, entre anotar recados e fazer ligações, e a Mel apareceu com café, bolinhos de chocolate e essa insistência para eu aceitar ir no baile de máscaras que acontecia anualmente e era o maior evento em nossa cidade. - Ai, Mel, como é que pode eu não conseguir dizer não pra você? Está bem, eu vou! Eu concordei em ir ao baile, mas eu ainda não tinha certeza. De qualquer forma eu iria dormir na casa da Mel para fugir do casamento, mas não iria à festa, contudo, Melissa tanto fez que me convenceu a ir pra festa. No sábado nos arrumamos na casa dela. - Quê isso, hein, amiga! Tá gata demais! – Ela me entregou uma máscara dourada, linda, toda trabalhada como se fosse uma renda, que cobria até o nariz e eu a coloquei. Eu usava um vestido de cetim vermelho brilhante e a máscara combinou perfeitamente. – Então, estamos prontas? - Sim estamos prontas. – Respondi e peguei minha bolsa. – Ih, esqueci meu perfume. - Não, tem problema, você vai usar o perfume novo da minha mãe. Ela não se importa. Quando o Fernando, namorado da Mel, nos viu sorriu, deu um beijo na Mel e disse: - Garotas, vocês estão lindíssimas! Acho que você vai sair dessa festa com um namorado novo, Cat. - Sem namorado, Nando. Na verdade, eu acho que é melhor eu ficar, eu não estou no clima pra festa. Por favor, Mel, deixa eu ficar? CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível Não teve jeito, minha amiga me arrastou para o baile. Logo que entramos a Mel nos arrastou para o bar e falou no meu ouvido: - A festa é open bar, então hoje você vai beber para afogar de vez a tristeza! –A Mel me entregou dois shots de tequila e com mais dois em suas mãos me falou: - Vamos virar! – viramos a tequila e o Fernando já entregava uma taça de cosmopolitan para cada uma. Melissa me arrastou para a pista de dança e até que eu estava me divertindo. Começou uma música lenta e o Nando e a Mel começaram a dançar agarradinhos, aproveitei a deixa e me encaminhei para o buffet, mas não consegui chegar, senti uma mão puxando a minha e quando olhei para trás havia um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim, e que sorriso! Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - E por que não? Vamos dançar. – Sorri pra ele. Era impossível resistir aquela voz rouca sedutora e aquele sorriso lindo meio de lado! Ele era alto, ombros largos, um sorriso encantador e olhos azuis, tão azuis que eram quase violeta. Ele tinha uma boca que convidava ao pecado, cabelos castanhos, e quando me puxou pela cintura eu apoiei as mãos em seu corpo e percebi que ele era uma parede de músculos bem definidos. Embora a máscara não permitisse ver seu rosto, ele era muito charmoso e encantador. - Eu estava observando você desde que chegou. – Aquele homem, com ar misterioso, falou no meu ouvido. – Você é tão linda! - Você é gentil. Mas você não é da cidade, é? – Ele tinha uma presença forte, emanava poder. - Não. Um amigo me convenceu a vir a essa festa. - Parece que temos algo em comum, meus amigos também me convenceram a vir. - Sorte minha! - E por que? – Sorri. - Porque eu fiquei fascinado quando te vi. Você é muito linda. – Enquanto ele falava no meu ouvido eu ia me arrepiando, sentindo meu rosto esquentar e o corpo formigar, ele realmente me encantou. - Mesmo com a máscara? - Mesmo com a máscara! Você é linda demais. - Você é um sedutor. - Você me acha sedutor? - Você sabe que é. E lindo também. - Que bom que você gosta do que vê. – Eu me senti um pouco zonza, não sei se pela bebida ou pelo perfume delicioso que aquele homem usava. Acabei tropeçando nos meus próprios pés. - Você está bem? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego, quando ele interrompeu o beijo para respirarmos, nos olhamos nos olhos, foi como jogar gasolina no fogo, ele passou a mão pela minha cintura, desceu até minha coxa e puxou minha perna para sua cintura. Eu já estava completamente entregue nesse momento, sentindo seu corpo contra o meu, eu fiquei louca de tesão e o puxei para mais perto envolvendo sua cintura com minha perna. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Eu estava em chamas quando ele enfiou a mão dentro da minha calcinha e gemeu. – Ah! Que delícia! Tão quente, tão molhadinha! – Disse e me beijou com mais força, enquanto abria o zíper da sua calça. Com um movimento rápido, de quem já tinha feito aquilo antes, ele rasgou minha calcinha e acariciou minha entrada, como se pedisse permissão. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! – Respondi sem nenhum pudor, eu já estava arfando de tanto tesão. Eu não resisti aqueles olhos e aquela voz rouca. Eu nunca fui assim, normalmente eu teria me desvencilhado dele no momento em que me puxou pela mão, mas aquela noite eu havia prometido a mim mesma que iria me divertir e se aparecesse alguém interessante eu viveria o momento. E era o que eu estava fazendo, vivendo aquele momento. Ao me ouvir, ele foi entrando em mim devagar, observando eu encostar minha cabeça na parede e aproveitar cada centímetro dele, e ele era enorme. Ele aproveitou para espalhar beijos pelo meu pescoço. Quando acabou de entrar ele parou e falou entre beijos no meu ouvido: - Agora eu vou me mexer. – E começou a sair, só pra entrar de novo com toda força dessa vez, e foi uma delícia, eu estava completamente entregue e enlouquecida com os movimentos dele que entrava e saia de mim freneticamente. Nos descontrolamos e nos entregamos totalmente, como se não tivesse nada ao nosso redor, eu senti uma névoa em meus olhos e o climax começando a se formar e gemi baixinho no ouvido dele, nesse momento parece que ele enlouqueceu, puxou minha outra perna para sua cintura e eu o entrelacei. Me beijando intensamente ele entrava e saia com mais força ainda em mim, era o paraíso na terra. Eu gozei gemendo na boca dele e foi um climax incrível, mas ele continuou o movimento e logo outro climax se formou, e gozei novamente, um climax ainda maior que o anterior que me deixou sem fôlego, enquanto eu gozava ele me disse baixinho que estava no limite me sentindo pulsar ao seu redor, logo eu senti o gozo dele quente dentro de mim. Ficamos ali encostados naquela parede, totalmente sem fôlego, a testa dele encostada a minha. Enquanto me beijava, ele começou a sair de mim e eu estava completamente bem comida, como diria a Melissa. Eu sorri e ele me olhou, me deu um selinho e disse: - Você é realmente incrível! Gentilmente ele baixou minhas pernas até meus pés tocarem o chão, colocou o meu vestido em ordem, arrumou sua calça e me abraçou. Isso foi tão íntimo, tão afetuoso, apesar da loucura daquele encontro e da ferocidade com que nos entregamos, ele ainda era cuidadoso comigo. Eu nunca tinha tido uma relação tão maravilhosa, mas eu só tinha transado com meu ex até então. E meu ex nunca tinha se preocupado em me abraçar depois, nem se preocupava com meu prazer, para ele a coisa se resumia a entrar e sair até ele estar satisfeito, então, o fato de um homem se preocupar comigo, com meu prazer, cuidar de mim, foi novidade, e uma novidade incrível. Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. – Levei segundos para processar e finalmente me dar conta de que acabei de transar com um completo estranho e nem sei o nome dele. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. Se afastou um pouco e só pude ouvir ele elevando a voz e dizendo: - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Mas e daí? Foda-se eu só estava me divertindo também e eu nem sabia quem era o cara e ele não sabia quem eu era. Tudo certo. Me recompus, procurei minha calcinha rasgada inutilmente, onde ele a teria jogado eu não faço ideia, e saí daquele corredor. Voltei pra mesa e encontrei a Mel e o Nando se agarrando. Logo eles pararam e focaram em mim: - Mel, acho que encontrei o Lobo Mau! – Eu ri e ela riu comigo. - Quando chegarmos em casa quero saber tudo! - Claro que quer! – respondi com os olhos brilhando. - Príncipe, acho que já podemos ir. O que acha, Cat? - Eu estou pronta quando vocês quiserem! – falei virando um copo de água. - Então vamos, garotas! – Fernando falou e nos conduziu para a saída. Mal chegamos e a Mel já foi me ordenando: - Conta tudo, quem é, como foi, como não foi, tudo. Eu ri e contei tudo pra ela, quando terminei de falar minha amiga me olhava de boca aberta e me perguntou: - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. E eu balancei a cabeça em negativa para ela, eu estava em choque por me dar conta do quão descuidada eu fui. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Vou na cozinha preparar um chá pra gente. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na segunda, na hora do almoço, encontrei a Mel e ela me entregou uma sacolinha de uma loja chique. Olhei pra ela sem entender. - Minha mãe mandou eu te entregar. Ela disse que ele é perfeito para você e não combina com ela. – A Mel falou com um grande sorriso. Abri a sacolinha e lá dentro estava o perfume que eu usei para ir ao baile. Eu abri um grande sorriso. Eu amei aquele perfume e ele era parte da melhor noite da minha vida. Liguei para o laboratório e fui informada que precisaria apresentar um pedido médico para fazer os exames pelo plano de saúde. Graças a Deus a empresa pagava plano de saúde para os funcionários, porque se não, não sei o que faria, meu salário não era alto e o pouco que sobrava depois de cobrir as despesas da faculdade eu ajudava em casa, já que minha mãe não trabalhava fora e meu pai também não ganhava muito como motorista. Então marquei o médico que só tinha horário para quinze dias depois e aguardei agoniada. Quanto mais os dias passavam mais nervosa eu estava, a Mel fazia de tudo para me acalmar. Na data marcada ela foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Já tinham se passado três semanas desde a festa quando eu finalmente consegui fazer os exames. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Vou encaminhá-la para um ginecologista obstetra para que você faça o pré natal.... Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. Eu não podia acreditar nisso! Grávida? Como eu iria explicar? Não é possível. Na primeira vez que deixo a racionalidade de lado acabo grávida e nem sei quem é o pai! A Mel segurava minha mão e repetia: - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Como ficaria tudo bem? Eu nem sabia quem era o pai. Eu teria que contar isso para os meus pais, sua única filha acabaria com eles. Eles ficariam decepcionados, iriam me odiar, me colocariam pra fora de casa. Como eu ia explicar que não sei nem como é a cara do pai do meu filho? Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Tenho certeza que as pessoas que te amam vão te apoiar e ajudar. Mas você precisa se acalmar, porque só você pode cuidar para que esse bebê se desenvolva saudável e nasça forte. Você me compreende? O médico pediu a secretária para trazer um chá de camomila para mim e enquanto eu bebia o chá e tentava me acalmar ele passava todas as informações para a Melissa que ouvia tudo atentamente. Saímos do consultório e a Melissa me levou para uma lanchonete dizendo que nós precisávamos comer alguma coisa. Logo que me sentei senti as lágrimas caírem. Minha amiga me abraçou e me disse mais uma vez que eu não estava sozinha. Olhei para ela e disse: - A única certeza que tenho agora é que quero você e o Nando como padrinhos do meu filho, porque sei que vocês vão apoiá-lo e dar a ele muito amor. Os olhos dela brilharam e ela explodiu em lágrimas e soluçando me respondeu: - Eu vou ser a melhor madrinha do mundo e vou estar sempre perto do nosso bebê! E tenho certeza que o Nando vai ficar muito feliz também! Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Meus pais... ai! Comecei a raciocinar e decidi que não iria esconder deles nem por um dia, ia contar naquela noite mesmo, não iria a faculdade, pois iria pra casa falar com eles. A Mel logo me apoiou e disse: - Então vamos, eu estou com você! Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. Meus pais perceberam logo que era algo muito sério. Nos sentamos todos na sala e eu contei a eles o que estava acontecendo e que eu fui irresponsável e fiquei com um estranho na festa, não entrei em detalhes obviamente, mas deixei claro que não poderia encontrar o pai do meu filho de novo. A decepção nos olhos deles era evidente. Minha mãe soluçava de tanto chorar e dizia que eu estava arruinada. Meu pai até então não havia dito nada. A Melissa vendo como minha mãe estava nervosa foi logo na cozinha e voltou com um copo de água com açúcar para ela. Melissa sempre dá água com açúcar pra quem está nervoso dizendo que acalma, eu nunca entendi isso. Por fim, meu pai falou: - Você cometeu um erro muito grande e não tem volta. Ouvir meu pai enfatizar que eu errei fez meu coração doer ainda mais. Eu comecei a chorar e fui falando: - Eu sei, pai, eu fui irresponsável. Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você está muito enganada se acha que vai sair dessa casa assim. Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. Você não está sozinha, minha filha! E essa criança também não! – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Mas pai, eu envergonhei vocês... - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós gostaríamos que as coisas fossem diferentes para você, que não fossem tão difíceis. Você sempre foi tão responsável! Mas, se é assim, nós vamos enfrentar isso. Você não vai deixar a faculdade, mais do que nunca você precisa crescer na vida para cuidar do seu filho, você vai ser mãe solteira, sua responsabilidade é muito grande. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. A Melissa já estava chorando e logo falou com os meus pais: - Sr. Antônio, Dona Celina, vocês contem comigo, vou ajudar em tudo! Até porque eu sou a madrinha desse bebê, a Cat é como uma irmã pra mim, e vou estar sempre por perto. Meus pais olharam para ela com gratidão. Eu olhei para aqueles três me sentindo completamente abençoada por tê-los em minha vida, cheia de amor por eles e um sentimento totalmente novo por aquele serzinho que ainda crescia dentro de mim e que eu acabava de descobrir a existência! Por mais difícil que fosse ser mãe solteira, aquela noite no baile foi a melhor noite da minha vida. Eu nunca vou poder esquecer aqueles olhos azuis violeta me olhando com adoração durante nosso encontro furtivo e tudo o que meu corpo experimentou naquela noite. Eu sempre teria essa doce lembrança comigo. Os meses seguintes foram difíceis. Guardei em uma caixa o vestido, os sapatos, a máscara e o perfume que a mãe da Mel me deu. Em dias difíceis eu abria aquela caixa e revivia em minha memória aquela noite. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Eu queria matá-los! A mãe da Kelly, que era irmã da minha mãe, também não perdia a oportunidade de ir lá em casa nos atormentar, dizendo que ainda bem que a filha dela não era como eu, que era uma boa moça, que tinha se casado com um homem decente. Parecia ter esquecido que aquela puta roubou meu namorado e transou com ele na minha cama. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Quanto mais os dias passavam, mais eu amava aquele bebê, eu não tinha ideia que poderia existir um amor assim. Tudo o que eu fazia, fazia por ele. Eu o protegeria de tudo, eu daria a minha vida por ele. E, por incrível que pareça, com a gravidez parecia que todas as coisas fluíam para o meu bem, tudo ia se encaminhando e dando certo. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! Eu nunca esqueceria aquele homem! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. A essa altura ele já andava para todos os lados, sempre agarrado na vovó, que foi a primeira palavrinha que ele disse. Era um menino lindo, cabelinhos amigos bem lisinhos, pele clara, um nariz arrebitadinho e aqueles enormes olhos violeta que me faziam suspirar. Ele era o meu sol! E agora eu teria mais tempo pra ele. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe, então eu deveria procurar emprego na minha área, que ele compreenderia. Garantiu que meu emprego na construtora seria meu enquanto eu quisesse e que se eu saísse e não desse certo eu teria para onde voltar. Mas que eu deveria buscar algo na minha área de formação, para dar um futuro muito melhor para o meu filho. Eu fiquei muito emocionada com isso e aceitei o seu bom conselho. Contei pra Melissa e ela logo me disse que ia falar com o pai dela para que ele acionasse alguns contatos. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Catarina, sei que você é uma ótima garota e uma boa profissional. Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. Se você conseguir esse emprego vai exercer sua profissão em uma empresa global, é um excelente cargo, mas não é aqui em Campanário. Você teria que se mudar para Porto Paraíso. Eu sei que é um passo enorme, mas acho que você deveria considerar, vai ser excelente para você. Enfim, envie um e-mail para o endereço eletrônico no cartão com a sua resposta desistindo da vaga ou aceitando a entrevista virtual. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! O Grupo Mellendez é um dos maiores conglomerados de empresas do país! Trabalhar lá é um sonho! Eu vou aceitar a entrevista sim, se tiver que me mudar eu vou, sei que será uma grande oportunidade. – falei com convicção, pois não seria ruim me afastar daquelas pessoas maldosas da minha família, principalmente agora que a “rainha” Kelly estava grávida e a mãe dela resolveu pedir tudo que é do Pedro pro rebento do casal canalha! Ainda bem que minha mãe disse a ela que isso era um absurdo, mas que de qualquer forma seria impossível, pois eu já havia dado tudo que não servia mais para o Pedro para uma conhecida que estava grávida. Minha mãe andava muito chateada com a irmã, pois ela estava sempre se desfazendo do meu filho, sempre se referia a ele como o menino sem pai e isso magoou muito minha mãe. Indo embora dessa cidade, só vou lamentar em deixar meus pais e meus amigos, mas sei que eles vão me apoiar mais uma vez. Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Cheguei a minha mesa e falei com o meu chefe, outro Sr. Lascuran, mas ele não gostava de ser chamado assim então o chamava pelo nome: - Aldo, seu irmão conseguiu uma entrevista pra mim no Grupo Mellendez. Ele sorriu: - Eu sei, ele acabou de me ligar, acho que você deve agarrar a oportunidade, se não der certo você volta. Sorri pra ele e fui logo enviar o e-mail para marcar a entrevista. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Naquela noite em casa falei com os meus pais que entenderam, mesmo se preocupando em como eu ia cuidar de uma criança sozinha em outra cidade e ficando chorosos porque ficariam longe do neto. Me apoiaram como sempre e ficaram felizes com a oportunidade que eu recebi. Pedi que eles não contassem para ninguém. Quando a Mel chegou, ela ia todos os dias ver o afilhado, contei tudo e ela me ajudou a me preparar para o dia seguinte. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. Foi muito agradável, conversamos por duas horas, ela me passou todas as informações do cargo, salário e benefícios, no final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. De modo que gostaria que você começasse o mais rápido possível, pois eu viajo daqui a dez dias e gostaria de lhe passar tudo antes de ir. E também não gostaria de reagendar a minha partida. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta, será que o Aldo concordaria em me liberar ainda hoje? - Perfeito. Você pode me enviar um e-mail confirmando depois de falar com ele. Você tem alguma dúvida? - Não, senhora. Está tudo claro. -Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez, tenho certeza que você vai se sair muito bem. Te espero na segunda. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. O emprego era ótimo, o salário melhor ainda e eu ainda teria chance de progredir. Era um sonho. Mas era hora de correr para resolver tudo. Fui imediatamente falar com meu chefe. Ele ficou feliz, ligou para a contabilidade e mandou fazer meu acerto imediatamente. Após o acerto ele me liberou, disse que eu teria sempre um lugar para voltar se precisasse, mas que sabia que eu iria me dar muito bem. O agradeci por tudo e saí. Mandei o e-mail de confirmação para a Sra. Mariana, dizendo que na segunda, às oito da manhã, estaria na empresa, e fui logo falar com a Mel e o pai dela, tinha que agradecer. E aí foi a Mel quem me surpreendeu: - O que você achou, que ia levar meu afilhado embora assim? Não vai mesmo! Meu pai conseguiu uma entrevista para mim na Lince Mundi em Porto Paraíso. Eu vou me mudar com você e vamos morar juntas. O que acha? Isso era perfeito! Fiquei muito feliz, mas logo perguntei: - Mel, mas e o Nando? - O Nando já pediu na empresa a transferência dele pra filial de Porto Paraíso, lá ele terá mais oportunidades também. Ele vai daqui a quinze dias. Amiga, vida nova para nós três. Eu estava muito feliz. A Mel já havia orquestrado tudo. O Nando ia nos levar e ela ficaria com o Pedro para eu trabalhar até conseguirmos a creche. Ela já tinha três creches para visitar e o pai dela já havia disponibilizado um apartamento mobiliado na cidade pra gente. Era bom demais, eu estava até com medo. Percebendo, a Mel me cutucou e me disse: - Aprenda a aceitar as coisas boas que a vida te oferece! Eu sorri pra ela e fomos para a casa dos meus pais. Era hora de dar a notícia e nos despedir. Porto Paraíso fica do outro lado do país, então ficaríamos sem nos ver um tempo. Meus pais ficaram felizes, até eu dizer que partiria na manhã seguinte, aí a despedida foi uma tristeza. Era difícil deixá-los para trás, mas era necessário. Com o salário que eu receberia, poderia ajudá-los agora. Isso era bom. Na manhã seguinte o Nando e a Mel chegaram pontualmente. O pai da Mel deu uma caminhonete de presente para ela, o que facilitou muito fazer nossa mudança. O Nando colocou tudo na caminhonete e lá fomos nós, seria o dia todo na estrada. Chegamos a Porto Paraíso já era tarde da noite de sábado, Pedrinho estava muito cansado, se divertiu muito durante a viagem, era tudo novidade. Nos acomodamos, pedimos comida e depois de comer fomos dormir. No domingo percorremos a cidade reconhecendo tudo, Porto Paraíso era uma cidade muito grande, cheia de indústrias, muito moderna, ficava no litoral e o porto atraia muitos negócios para a cidade, era um centro urbano de primeiro mundo. O apartamento em que iríamos morar ficava perto de uma das creches que a Mel havia contactado, isso era ótimo, e também não ficava longe da empresa, de metrô eu chegaria em vinte minutos. Era lindo, decorado em estilo moderno e bem arejado e iluminado, com janelas enormes. À noite deixamos o Nando no aeroporto e de volta em casa fomos descansar, o dia seguinte seria um grande dia, eu começaria no emprego e a Mel faria sua entrevista virtual e marcaria com a diretora da creche perto do apartamento para irmos conhecer e conversar. Coloquei meu filho na cama, ele estava cansado de tanto que se divertiu hoje. Eu observei por um tempo seu soninho tranquilo e estava confiante de que aqui nós teríamos uma vida muito boa. Pedro agora tinha seu próprio quarto, eu e a Mel combinamos de comprar umas coisinhas para deixar bem a nossa cara, dar um toque pessoal. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. Fui muito bem recebida pela Sra. Mariana, que me apresentou todo mundo e todos foram gentis. O chefe não estava lá, estava viajando e chegaria no final da semana. O escritório era lindo, muito moderno, todo decorado em branco, aço inox e detalhes verdes, muito profissional e acolhedor ao mesmo tempo. Era elegante e eu gostei muito. Fiquei particularmente feliz por ter escolhido vestir um terno amigo, com uma blusa de cetim verde escuro por baixo e saltos amigos. Eu deveria estar elegante todos os dias agora, afinal ia trabalhar direto com o presidente da empresa. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. É um garotinho muito esperto. Não foi planejado, mas é a razão da minha vida! - Qual o nome dele? - Pedro. - Pedro. Um nome forte. Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Contei para ela que o pai do Pedro era um homem que eu conheci em uma festa e nunca mais vi, ela me olhava séria, não havia julgamento nos olhos dela. Então me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Obrigada pela confiança e honestidade. Vai lá resolver a creche para o seu filho, continuamos à tarde, não precisa correr. Agradeci e me despedi dela indo encontrar a Mel e o Pedro. Minha admiração e respeito pela Sra. Mariana só cresciam. Ela é uma mulher de uns cinquenta e cinco anos, cabelos loiros bem claros e olhos azuis quase transparentes. É uma mulher bonita e elegante, mas principalmente é muito acolhedora. Nós nos demos muito bem. Durante o resto da manhã ela me encheu de informações sobre o trabalho e eu ia anotando tudo. Na hora do almoço eu saí do prédio e a Mel já estava me esperando na porta com o Pedro. Entrei no carro e fomos almoçar antes de ir à creche. Eu e a Mel adoramos a creche e o Pedro já estava enturmado correndo com os novos amiguinhos, ele é um menino muito extrovertido. Isso me deixou muito feliz! Meu filho estava feliz! Desistimos de ver as outras creches, pois essa era ótima e ficava muito perto de casa, a três quarteirões de distância. Fizemos a matrícula e acertamos todos os detalhes. A diretora sugeriu que deixássemos o Pedro até o final do dia, já que ele estava se divertindo e assim já ia se adaptando. A Mel ficou de buscá-lo no fim do dia. A Mel me deixou na empresa novamente e me disse que voltaria pra casa para se preparar para a entrevista de trabalho que seria no meio da tarde. Voltei à minha sala e cheguei antes da Sra. Mariana. Sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou e eu fiquei sem saber o que fazer, mas aquela seria minha mesa, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. Levei um susto, mas me controlei e respondi: - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. Posso ajudá-lo ou o senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. - Perfeitamente, senhor. E qual o seu nome? - Parece que eu sou o seu chefe! – falou rispidamente e desligou o telefone. Nossa, que homem estressado! Isso não estava na descrição do cargo. Imediatamente minha garganta apertou, meu chefe e eu já tinha causado má impressão? Eu estava muito ferrada! Comecei a pensar que não ia durar nesse emprego. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio, e perguntou: - Ele estava calmo? Eu olhei pra ela e não aguentei: - Ele estava a ponto de ter um colapso nervoso. Certamente a jugular dele estava saltando no pescoço. Ela caiu na gargalhada e depois disse: - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza. Eu não tinha essa certeza. Talvez eu nem devesse desfazer as malas, esse homem iria me engolir viva!		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Mas não foi possível. - Catarina, chegou o convite de casamento da sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. - Aquela mulherzinha não é minha prima! – Falei já ficando nervosa. - Catarina, ela é a sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. – É melhor você parar com esse ataque de infantilidade. A Melissa já bateu nela e fez um escândalo aqui em casa. Agora chega! Ela é filha da minha irmã, portanto é sua prima. - Me desculpa, mãe, mas ela não é nada pra mim. – Tentei manter a calma. – Ela ficou com o meu namorado na minha cama, isso não é coisa que se faça. Eu namorava o Cláudio há quatro anos, ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e o encontrei na minha cama, no meu quarto, transando com a Kelly, minha prima! Eu fiquei em choque. Claro que a Melissa, minha melhor amiga, partiu pra cima deles. Desde então as coisas ficaram tensas em minha casa, pois meus pais insistiam que era uma bobagem e que eu deveria agir como se nada tivesse acontecido e voltasse a conviver com a minha prima. - Errado foi ele, Catarina, que era seu namorado. – Minha mãe argumentou. – A Kelly, coitada, foi seduzida, ele a desonrou, agora vai se casar com ela pra ela não ficar mal falada na cidade. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. – Olha aqui, se você não quer conviver com a Kelly tudo bem, mas você vai a esse casamento. E chega desse comportamento grosseiro. - Eu o quê? – Achei que eu tinha ouvido errado. - Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras, evento de gala, falando para os meus pais que seria importantíssimo para a minha carreira, já que os empresários mais importantes da cidade estariam lá, eu faria contatos muito importantes e nossos professores haviam prometido nos apresentar a vários empresários que abririam portas para o nosso futuro profissional. Em princípio meus pais não estavam muito convencidos, mas os pais da Melissa conversaram com eles e os convenceram de que seria uma excelente oportunidade para o meu futuro. Então eles concordaram que eu deveria aproveitar a oportunidade. - Catarina, você não pode me dizer não! Já comprei os convites, as máscaras e já até convenci seus pais de que é um evento importantíssimo para o seu futuro profissional, o que me deu um trabalhão. Essa festa vai ser incrível e você não vai perder! – Melissa, falava e me olhava com os olhos de um cachorrinho abandonado, juntando as mãos como se suplicando. Eu estava sentada em minha mesa no trabalho, no meio da tarde de uma quinta feira, entre anotar recados e fazer ligações, e a Mel apareceu com café, bolinhos de chocolate e essa insistência para eu aceitar ir no baile de máscaras que acontecia anualmente e era o maior evento em nossa cidade. - Ai, Mel, como é que pode eu não conseguir dizer não pra você? Está bem, eu vou! Eu concordei em ir ao baile, mas eu ainda não tinha certeza. De qualquer forma eu iria dormir na casa da Mel para fugir do casamento, mas não iria à festa, contudo, Melissa tanto fez que me convenceu a ir pra festa. No sábado nos arrumamos na casa dela. - Quê isso, hein, amiga! Tá gata demais! – Ela me entregou uma máscara dourada, linda, toda trabalhada como se fosse uma renda, que cobria até o nariz e eu a coloquei. Eu usava um vestido de cetim vermelho brilhante e a máscara combinou perfeitamente. – Então, estamos prontas? - Sim estamos prontas. – Respondi e peguei minha bolsa. – Ih, esqueci meu perfume. - Não, tem problema, você vai usar o perfume novo da minha mãe. Ela não se importa. Quando o Fernando, namorado da Mel, nos viu sorriu, deu um beijo na Mel e disse: - Garotas, vocês estão lindíssimas! Acho que você vai sair dessa festa com um namorado novo, Cat. - Sem namorado, Nando. Na verdade, eu acho que é melhor eu ficar, eu não estou no clima pra festa. Por favor, Mel, deixa eu ficar? CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível Não teve jeito, minha amiga me arrastou para o baile. Logo que entramos a Mel nos arrastou para o bar e falou no meu ouvido: - A festa é open bar, então hoje você vai beber para afogar de vez a tristeza! –A Mel me entregou dois shots de tequila e com mais dois em suas mãos me falou: - Vamos virar! – viramos a tequila e o Fernando já entregava uma taça de cosmopolitan para cada uma. Melissa me arrastou para a pista de dança e até que eu estava me divertindo. Começou uma música lenta e o Nando e a Mel começaram a dançar agarradinhos, aproveitei a deixa e me encaminhei para o buffet, mas não consegui chegar, senti uma mão puxando a minha e quando olhei para trás havia um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim, e que sorriso! Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - E por que não? Vamos dançar. – Sorri pra ele. Era impossível resistir aquela voz rouca sedutora e aquele sorriso lindo meio de lado! Ele era alto, ombros largos, um sorriso encantador e olhos azuis, tão azuis que eram quase violeta. Ele tinha uma boca que convidava ao pecado, cabelos castanhos, e quando me puxou pela cintura eu apoiei as mãos em seu corpo e percebi que ele era uma parede de músculos bem definidos. Embora a máscara não permitisse ver seu rosto, ele era muito charmoso e encantador. - Eu estava observando você desde que chegou. – Aquele homem, com ar misterioso, falou no meu ouvido. – Você é tão linda! - Você é gentil. Mas você não é da cidade, é? – Ele tinha uma presença forte, emanava poder. - Não. Um amigo me convenceu a vir a essa festa. - Parece que temos algo em comum, meus amigos também me convenceram a vir. - Sorte minha! - E por que? – Sorri. - Porque eu fiquei fascinado quando te vi. Você é muito linda. – Enquanto ele falava no meu ouvido eu ia me arrepiando, sentindo meu rosto esquentar e o corpo formigar, ele realmente me encantou. - Mesmo com a máscara? - Mesmo com a máscara! Você é linda demais. - Você é um sedutor. - Você me acha sedutor? - Você sabe que é. E lindo também. - Que bom que você gosta do que vê. – Eu me senti um pouco zonza, não sei se pela bebida ou pelo perfume delicioso que aquele homem usava. Acabei tropeçando nos meus próprios pés. - Você está bem? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego, quando ele interrompeu o beijo para respirarmos, nos olhamos nos olhos, foi como jogar gasolina no fogo, ele passou a mão pela minha cintura, desceu até minha coxa e puxou minha perna para sua cintura. Eu já estava completamente entregue nesse momento, sentindo seu corpo contra o meu, eu fiquei louca de tesão e o puxei para mais perto envolvendo sua cintura com minha perna. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Eu estava em chamas quando ele enfiou a mão dentro da minha calcinha e gemeu. – Ah! Que delícia! Tão quente, tão molhadinha! – Disse e me beijou com mais força, enquanto abria o zíper da sua calça. Com um movimento rápido, de quem já tinha feito aquilo antes, ele rasgou minha calcinha e acariciou minha entrada, como se pedisse permissão. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! – Respondi sem nenhum pudor, eu já estava arfando de tanto tesão. Eu não resisti aqueles olhos e aquela voz rouca. Eu nunca fui assim, normalmente eu teria me desvencilhado dele no momento em que me puxou pela mão, mas aquela noite eu havia prometido a mim mesma que iria me divertir e se aparecesse alguém interessante eu viveria o momento. E era o que eu estava fazendo, vivendo aquele momento. Ao me ouvir, ele foi entrando em mim devagar, observando eu encostar minha cabeça na parede e aproveitar cada centímetro dele, e ele era enorme. Ele aproveitou para espalhar beijos pelo meu pescoço. Quando acabou de entrar ele parou e falou entre beijos no meu ouvido: - Agora eu vou me mexer. – E começou a sair, só pra entrar de novo com toda força dessa vez, e foi uma delícia, eu estava completamente entregue e enlouquecida com os movimentos dele que entrava e saia de mim freneticamente. Nos descontrolamos e nos entregamos totalmente, como se não tivesse nada ao nosso redor, eu senti uma névoa em meus olhos e o climax começando a se formar e gemi baixinho no ouvido dele, nesse momento parece que ele enlouqueceu, puxou minha outra perna para sua cintura e eu o entrelacei. Me beijando intensamente ele entrava e saia com mais força ainda em mim, era o paraíso na terra. Eu gozei gemendo na boca dele e foi um climax incrível, mas ele continuou o movimento e logo outro climax se formou, e gozei novamente, um climax ainda maior que o anterior que me deixou sem fôlego, enquanto eu gozava ele me disse baixinho que estava no limite me sentindo pulsar ao seu redor, logo eu senti o gozo dele quente dentro de mim. Ficamos ali encostados naquela parede, totalmente sem fôlego, a testa dele encostada a minha. Enquanto me beijava, ele começou a sair de mim e eu estava completamente bem comida, como diria a Melissa. Eu sorri e ele me olhou, me deu um selinho e disse: - Você é realmente incrível! Gentilmente ele baixou minhas pernas até meus pés tocarem o chão, colocou o meu vestido em ordem, arrumou sua calça e me abraçou. Isso foi tão íntimo, tão afetuoso, apesar da loucura daquele encontro e da ferocidade com que nos entregamos, ele ainda era cuidadoso comigo. Eu nunca tinha tido uma relação tão maravilhosa, mas eu só tinha transado com meu ex até então. E meu ex nunca tinha se preocupado em me abraçar depois, nem se preocupava com meu prazer, para ele a coisa se resumia a entrar e sair até ele estar satisfeito, então, o fato de um homem se preocupar comigo, com meu prazer, cuidar de mim, foi novidade, e uma novidade incrível. Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. – Levei segundos para processar e finalmente me dar conta de que acabei de transar com um completo estranho e nem sei o nome dele. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. Se afastou um pouco e só pude ouvir ele elevando a voz e dizendo: - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Mas e daí? Foda-se eu só estava me divertindo também e eu nem sabia quem era o cara e ele não sabia quem eu era. Tudo certo. Me recompus, procurei minha calcinha rasgada inutilmente, onde ele a teria jogado eu não faço ideia, e saí daquele corredor. Voltei pra mesa e encontrei a Mel e o Nando se agarrando. Logo eles pararam e focaram em mim: - Mel, acho que encontrei o Lobo Mau! – Eu ri e ela riu comigo. - Quando chegarmos em casa quero saber tudo! - Claro que quer! – respondi com os olhos brilhando. - Príncipe, acho que já podemos ir. O que acha, Cat? - Eu estou pronta quando vocês quiserem! – falei virando um copo de água. - Então vamos, garotas! – Fernando falou e nos conduziu para a saída. Mal chegamos e a Mel já foi me ordenando: - Conta tudo, quem é, como foi, como não foi, tudo. Eu ri e contei tudo pra ela, quando terminei de falar minha amiga me olhava de boca aberta e me perguntou: - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. E eu balancei a cabeça em negativa para ela, eu estava em choque por me dar conta do quão descuidada eu fui. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Vou na cozinha preparar um chá pra gente. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na segunda, na hora do almoço, encontrei a Mel e ela me entregou uma sacolinha de uma loja chique. Olhei pra ela sem entender. - Minha mãe mandou eu te entregar. Ela disse que ele é perfeito para você e não combina com ela. – A Mel falou com um grande sorriso. Abri a sacolinha e lá dentro estava o perfume que eu usei para ir ao baile. Eu abri um grande sorriso. Eu amei aquele perfume e ele era parte da melhor noite da minha vida. Liguei para o laboratório e fui informada que precisaria apresentar um pedido médico para fazer os exames pelo plano de saúde. Graças a Deus a empresa pagava plano de saúde para os funcionários, porque se não, não sei o que faria, meu salário não era alto e o pouco que sobrava depois de cobrir as despesas da faculdade eu ajudava em casa, já que minha mãe não trabalhava fora e meu pai também não ganhava muito como motorista. Então marquei o médico que só tinha horário para quinze dias depois e aguardei agoniada. Quanto mais os dias passavam mais nervosa eu estava, a Mel fazia de tudo para me acalmar. Na data marcada ela foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Já tinham se passado três semanas desde a festa quando eu finalmente consegui fazer os exames. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Vou encaminhá-la para um ginecologista obstetra para que você faça o pré natal.... Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. Eu não podia acreditar nisso! Grávida? Como eu iria explicar? Não é possível. Na primeira vez que deixo a racionalidade de lado acabo grávida e nem sei quem é o pai! A Mel segurava minha mão e repetia: - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Como ficaria tudo bem? Eu nem sabia quem era o pai. Eu teria que contar isso para os meus pais, sua única filha acabaria com eles. Eles ficariam decepcionados, iriam me odiar, me colocariam pra fora de casa. Como eu ia explicar que não sei nem como é a cara do pai do meu filho? Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Tenho certeza que as pessoas que te amam vão te apoiar e ajudar. Mas você precisa se acalmar, porque só você pode cuidar para que esse bebê se desenvolva saudável e nasça forte. Você me compreende? O médico pediu a secretária para trazer um chá de camomila para mim e enquanto eu bebia o chá e tentava me acalmar ele passava todas as informações para a Melissa que ouvia tudo atentamente. Saímos do consultório e a Melissa me levou para uma lanchonete dizendo que nós precisávamos comer alguma coisa. Logo que me sentei senti as lágrimas caírem. Minha amiga me abraçou e me disse mais uma vez que eu não estava sozinha. Olhei para ela e disse: - A única certeza que tenho agora é que quero você e o Nando como padrinhos do meu filho, porque sei que vocês vão apoiá-lo e dar a ele muito amor. Os olhos dela brilharam e ela explodiu em lágrimas e soluçando me respondeu: - Eu vou ser a melhor madrinha do mundo e vou estar sempre perto do nosso bebê! E tenho certeza que o Nando vai ficar muito feliz também! Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Meus pais... ai! Comecei a raciocinar e decidi que não iria esconder deles nem por um dia, ia contar naquela noite mesmo, não iria a faculdade, pois iria pra casa falar com eles. A Mel logo me apoiou e disse: - Então vamos, eu estou com você! Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. Meus pais perceberam logo que era algo muito sério. Nos sentamos todos na sala e eu contei a eles o que estava acontecendo e que eu fui irresponsável e fiquei com um estranho na festa, não entrei em detalhes obviamente, mas deixei claro que não poderia encontrar o pai do meu filho de novo. A decepção nos olhos deles era evidente. Minha mãe soluçava de tanto chorar e dizia que eu estava arruinada. Meu pai até então não havia dito nada. A Melissa vendo como minha mãe estava nervosa foi logo na cozinha e voltou com um copo de água com açúcar para ela. Melissa sempre dá água com açúcar pra quem está nervoso dizendo que acalma, eu nunca entendi isso. Por fim, meu pai falou: - Você cometeu um erro muito grande e não tem volta. Ouvir meu pai enfatizar que eu errei fez meu coração doer ainda mais. Eu comecei a chorar e fui falando: - Eu sei, pai, eu fui irresponsável. Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você está muito enganada se acha que vai sair dessa casa assim. Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. Você não está sozinha, minha filha! E essa criança também não! – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Mas pai, eu envergonhei vocês... - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós gostaríamos que as coisas fossem diferentes para você, que não fossem tão difíceis. Você sempre foi tão responsável! Mas, se é assim, nós vamos enfrentar isso. Você não vai deixar a faculdade, mais do que nunca você precisa crescer na vida para cuidar do seu filho, você vai ser mãe solteira, sua responsabilidade é muito grande. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. A Melissa já estava chorando e logo falou com os meus pais: - Sr. Antônio, Dona Celina, vocês contem comigo, vou ajudar em tudo! Até porque eu sou a madrinha desse bebê, a Cat é como uma irmã pra mim, e vou estar sempre por perto. Meus pais olharam para ela com gratidão. Eu olhei para aqueles três me sentindo completamente abençoada por tê-los em minha vida, cheia de amor por eles e um sentimento totalmente novo por aquele serzinho que ainda crescia dentro de mim e que eu acabava de descobrir a existência! Por mais difícil que fosse ser mãe solteira, aquela noite no baile foi a melhor noite da minha vida. Eu nunca vou poder esquecer aqueles olhos azuis violeta me olhando com adoração durante nosso encontro furtivo e tudo o que meu corpo experimentou naquela noite. Eu sempre teria essa doce lembrança comigo. Os meses seguintes foram difíceis. Guardei em uma caixa o vestido, os sapatos, a máscara e o perfume que a mãe da Mel me deu. Em dias difíceis eu abria aquela caixa e revivia em minha memória aquela noite. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Eu queria matá-los! A mãe da Kelly, que era irmã da minha mãe, também não perdia a oportunidade de ir lá em casa nos atormentar, dizendo que ainda bem que a filha dela não era como eu, que era uma boa moça, que tinha se casado com um homem decente. Parecia ter esquecido que aquela puta roubou meu namorado e transou com ele na minha cama. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Quanto mais os dias passavam, mais eu amava aquele bebê, eu não tinha ideia que poderia existir um amor assim. Tudo o que eu fazia, fazia por ele. Eu o protegeria de tudo, eu daria a minha vida por ele. E, por incrível que pareça, com a gravidez parecia que todas as coisas fluíam para o meu bem, tudo ia se encaminhando e dando certo. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! Eu nunca esqueceria aquele homem! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. A essa altura ele já andava para todos os lados, sempre agarrado na vovó, que foi a primeira palavrinha que ele disse. Era um menino lindo, cabelinhos amigos bem lisinhos, pele clara, um nariz arrebitadinho e aqueles enormes olhos violeta que me faziam suspirar. Ele era o meu sol! E agora eu teria mais tempo pra ele. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe, então eu deveria procurar emprego na minha área, que ele compreenderia. Garantiu que meu emprego na construtora seria meu enquanto eu quisesse e que se eu saísse e não desse certo eu teria para onde voltar. Mas que eu deveria buscar algo na minha área de formação, para dar um futuro muito melhor para o meu filho. Eu fiquei muito emocionada com isso e aceitei o seu bom conselho. Contei pra Melissa e ela logo me disse que ia falar com o pai dela para que ele acionasse alguns contatos. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Catarina, sei que você é uma ótima garota e uma boa profissional. Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. Se você conseguir esse emprego vai exercer sua profissão em uma empresa global, é um excelente cargo, mas não é aqui em Campanário. Você teria que se mudar para Porto Paraíso. Eu sei que é um passo enorme, mas acho que você deveria considerar, vai ser excelente para você. Enfim, envie um e-mail para o endereço eletrônico no cartão com a sua resposta desistindo da vaga ou aceitando a entrevista virtual. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! O Grupo Mellendez é um dos maiores conglomerados de empresas do país! Trabalhar lá é um sonho! Eu vou aceitar a entrevista sim, se tiver que me mudar eu vou, sei que será uma grande oportunidade. – falei com convicção, pois não seria ruim me afastar daquelas pessoas maldosas da minha família, principalmente agora que a “rainha” Kelly estava grávida e a mãe dela resolveu pedir tudo que é do Pedro pro rebento do casal canalha! Ainda bem que minha mãe disse a ela que isso era um absurdo, mas que de qualquer forma seria impossível, pois eu já havia dado tudo que não servia mais para o Pedro para uma conhecida que estava grávida. Minha mãe andava muito chateada com a irmã, pois ela estava sempre se desfazendo do meu filho, sempre se referia a ele como o menino sem pai e isso magoou muito minha mãe. Indo embora dessa cidade, só vou lamentar em deixar meus pais e meus amigos, mas sei que eles vão me apoiar mais uma vez. Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Cheguei a minha mesa e falei com o meu chefe, outro Sr. Lascuran, mas ele não gostava de ser chamado assim então o chamava pelo nome: - Aldo, seu irmão conseguiu uma entrevista pra mim no Grupo Mellendez. Ele sorriu: - Eu sei, ele acabou de me ligar, acho que você deve agarrar a oportunidade, se não der certo você volta. Sorri pra ele e fui logo enviar o e-mail para marcar a entrevista. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Naquela noite em casa falei com os meus pais que entenderam, mesmo se preocupando em como eu ia cuidar de uma criança sozinha em outra cidade e ficando chorosos porque ficariam longe do neto. Me apoiaram como sempre e ficaram felizes com a oportunidade que eu recebi. Pedi que eles não contassem para ninguém. Quando a Mel chegou, ela ia todos os dias ver o afilhado, contei tudo e ela me ajudou a me preparar para o dia seguinte. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. Foi muito agradável, conversamos por duas horas, ela me passou todas as informações do cargo, salário e benefícios, no final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. De modo que gostaria que você começasse o mais rápido possível, pois eu viajo daqui a dez dias e gostaria de lhe passar tudo antes de ir. E também não gostaria de reagendar a minha partida. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta, será que o Aldo concordaria em me liberar ainda hoje? - Perfeito. Você pode me enviar um e-mail confirmando depois de falar com ele. Você tem alguma dúvida? - Não, senhora. Está tudo claro. -Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez, tenho certeza que você vai se sair muito bem. Te espero na segunda. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. O emprego era ótimo, o salário melhor ainda e eu ainda teria chance de progredir. Era um sonho. Mas era hora de correr para resolver tudo. Fui imediatamente falar com meu chefe. Ele ficou feliz, ligou para a contabilidade e mandou fazer meu acerto imediatamente. Após o acerto ele me liberou, disse que eu teria sempre um lugar para voltar se precisasse, mas que sabia que eu iria me dar muito bem. O agradeci por tudo e saí. Mandei o e-mail de confirmação para a Sra. Mariana, dizendo que na segunda, às oito da manhã, estaria na empresa, e fui logo falar com a Mel e o pai dela, tinha que agradecer. E aí foi a Mel quem me surpreendeu: - O que você achou, que ia levar meu afilhado embora assim? Não vai mesmo! Meu pai conseguiu uma entrevista para mim na Lince Mundi em Porto Paraíso. Eu vou me mudar com você e vamos morar juntas. O que acha? Isso era perfeito! Fiquei muito feliz, mas logo perguntei: - Mel, mas e o Nando? - O Nando já pediu na empresa a transferência dele pra filial de Porto Paraíso, lá ele terá mais oportunidades também. Ele vai daqui a quinze dias. Amiga, vida nova para nós três. Eu estava muito feliz. A Mel já havia orquestrado tudo. O Nando ia nos levar e ela ficaria com o Pedro para eu trabalhar até conseguirmos a creche. Ela já tinha três creches para visitar e o pai dela já havia disponibilizado um apartamento mobiliado na cidade pra gente. Era bom demais, eu estava até com medo. Percebendo, a Mel me cutucou e me disse: - Aprenda a aceitar as coisas boas que a vida te oferece! Eu sorri pra ela e fomos para a casa dos meus pais. Era hora de dar a notícia e nos despedir. Porto Paraíso fica do outro lado do país, então ficaríamos sem nos ver um tempo. Meus pais ficaram felizes, até eu dizer que partiria na manhã seguinte, aí a despedida foi uma tristeza. Era difícil deixá-los para trás, mas era necessário. Com o salário que eu receberia, poderia ajudá-los agora. Isso era bom. Na manhã seguinte o Nando e a Mel chegaram pontualmente. O pai da Mel deu uma caminhonete de presente para ela, o que facilitou muito fazer nossa mudança. O Nando colocou tudo na caminhonete e lá fomos nós, seria o dia todo na estrada. Chegamos a Porto Paraíso já era tarde da noite de sábado, Pedrinho estava muito cansado, se divertiu muito durante a viagem, era tudo novidade. Nos acomodamos, pedimos comida e depois de comer fomos dormir. No domingo percorremos a cidade reconhecendo tudo, Porto Paraíso era uma cidade muito grande, cheia de indústrias, muito moderna, ficava no litoral e o porto atraia muitos negócios para a cidade, era um centro urbano de primeiro mundo. O apartamento em que iríamos morar ficava perto de uma das creches que a Mel havia contactado, isso era ótimo, e também não ficava longe da empresa, de metrô eu chegaria em vinte minutos. Era lindo, decorado em estilo moderno e bem arejado e iluminado, com janelas enormes. À noite deixamos o Nando no aeroporto e de volta em casa fomos descansar, o dia seguinte seria um grande dia, eu começaria no emprego e a Mel faria sua entrevista virtual e marcaria com a diretora da creche perto do apartamento para irmos conhecer e conversar. Coloquei meu filho na cama, ele estava cansado de tanto que se divertiu hoje. Eu observei por um tempo seu soninho tranquilo e estava confiante de que aqui nós teríamos uma vida muito boa. Pedro agora tinha seu próprio quarto, eu e a Mel combinamos de comprar umas coisinhas para deixar bem a nossa cara, dar um toque pessoal. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. Fui muito bem recebida pela Sra. Mariana, que me apresentou todo mundo e todos foram gentis. O chefe não estava lá, estava viajando e chegaria no final da semana. O escritório era lindo, muito moderno, todo decorado em branco, aço inox e detalhes verdes, muito profissional e acolhedor ao mesmo tempo. Era elegante e eu gostei muito. Fiquei particularmente feliz por ter escolhido vestir um terno amigo, com uma blusa de cetim verde escuro por baixo e saltos amigos. Eu deveria estar elegante todos os dias agora, afinal ia trabalhar direto com o presidente da empresa. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. É um garotinho muito esperto. Não foi planejado, mas é a razão da minha vida! - Qual o nome dele? - Pedro. - Pedro. Um nome forte. Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Contei para ela que o pai do Pedro era um homem que eu conheci em uma festa e nunca mais vi, ela me olhava séria, não havia julgamento nos olhos dela. Então me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Obrigada pela confiança e honestidade. Vai lá resolver a creche para o seu filho, continuamos à tarde, não precisa correr. Agradeci e me despedi dela indo encontrar a Mel e o Pedro. Minha admiração e respeito pela Sra. Mariana só cresciam. Ela é uma mulher de uns cinquenta e cinco anos, cabelos loiros bem claros e olhos azuis quase transparentes. É uma mulher bonita e elegante, mas principalmente é muito acolhedora. Nós nos demos muito bem. Durante o resto da manhã ela me encheu de informações sobre o trabalho e eu ia anotando tudo. Na hora do almoço eu saí do prédio e a Mel já estava me esperando na porta com o Pedro. Entrei no carro e fomos almoçar antes de ir à creche. Eu e a Mel adoramos a creche e o Pedro já estava enturmado correndo com os novos amiguinhos, ele é um menino muito extrovertido. Isso me deixou muito feliz! Meu filho estava feliz! Desistimos de ver as outras creches, pois essa era ótima e ficava muito perto de casa, a três quarteirões de distância. Fizemos a matrícula e acertamos todos os detalhes. A diretora sugeriu que deixássemos o Pedro até o final do dia, já que ele estava se divertindo e assim já ia se adaptando. A Mel ficou de buscá-lo no fim do dia. A Mel me deixou na empresa novamente e me disse que voltaria pra casa para se preparar para a entrevista de trabalho que seria no meio da tarde. Voltei à minha sala e cheguei antes da Sra. Mariana. Sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou e eu fiquei sem saber o que fazer, mas aquela seria minha mesa, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. Levei um susto, mas me controlei e respondi: - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. Posso ajudá-lo ou o senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. - Perfeitamente, senhor. E qual o seu nome? - Parece que eu sou o seu chefe! – falou rispidamente e desligou o telefone. Nossa, que homem estressado! Isso não estava na descrição do cargo. Imediatamente minha garganta apertou, meu chefe e eu já tinha causado má impressão? Eu estava muito ferrada! Comecei a pensar que não ia durar nesse emprego. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio, e perguntou: - Ele estava calmo? Eu olhei pra ela e não aguentei: - Ele estava a ponto de ter um colapso nervoso. Certamente a jugular dele estava saltando no pescoço. Ela caiu na gargalhada e depois disse: - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza. Eu não tinha essa certeza. Talvez eu nem devesse desfazer as malas, esse homem iria me engolir viva!		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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633147	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 5:41 AM	1733881918	1749724878		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469597463_1116623103450476_8156289708020721931_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uKKbPEQVvD4Q7kNvgGiY-c_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AaFAvSp00sZVInMQSiVqyGp&oh=00_AYBaVspzVcK1jvlw1ciiZWVhKvK9gJZq4Ej3Cx4ZbATYnw&oe=675EA894	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633149	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/3/25, 1:23 PM	1733881918	1746296584		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469816046_1217532189342142_8875496196661443935_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ya8glPB-3qMQ7kNvgFx4-Cu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYD0Dw-esPG8HNZk5gwakshmmjB1cLcU0e-77-d-VMj0cg&oe=675EC23D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633150	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881918	1744621472		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2011 Volvo C30 · T5 Hatchback 2D		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1069886274912000/			1.1081683128342E+14	Kawika Winter		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2011 Volvo C30 · T5 Hatchback 2D - $6,500.00 • Kelly Blue Book value at $7,200! • Cute and clean Volvo, great commute car! Would make an awesome ride for college/school/work commute! • Just got new battery and oil change! • Minor issues: - passenger side back plastic trim missing - small scratch on the left side of car - small paint defect on back corner drivers side -some stains in passenger seat but throughly cleaned! - ceiling is stapled up because it was drooping but is stable now •Quick easy fixes through Volvo service center! - coolant reservoir and hose needs fixing (has small leaks) FULLY SAFE to drive! Facebook Marketplace		Kawika Winter		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kawika-Winter-110816831283415/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633152	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881918	1744621472		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO			http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3880149930726E+14	DramaBox- drama movies2	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469820608_911272141187427_4146706651328749096_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oDQIGikRzi0Q7kNvgG5o7Xc&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYCwxaX5eSq3kxsyzp19ZPdkM4Dqwr17OYIt-4y3A9GPOQ&oe=675EB702	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				DramaBox- drama movies2		150377	https://www.facebook.com/61551046958457/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633153	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881918	1744621472		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO			http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3880149930726E+14	DramaBox- drama movies2	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469650602_1292954055191040_7197634378294452873_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tslkPbObtvIQ7kNvgGaCCtG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYAypT04L8RFq7h5GJkrr7EGgsBCNp_eiERVZqJxTkB6YQ&oe=675ECD7F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				DramaBox- drama movies2		150377	https://www.facebook.com/61551046958457/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633165	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/30/25, 2:49 PM	1733881919	1746042572		1987																										pacagen.com	Shop Now			DCO	Neutralize 98% of Cat Allergens	Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing products are the #1 remedy for cat allergens. Developed with veterinarians and engineered for world-class efficacy, our breakthrough technology removes 98% of cat allergens on contact, so you can breathe easy around your cats. Real science for real results. Click now to try Risk Free for 30 Days.	https://pacagen.com/pages/home			1.016483762011E+14	Pacagen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811974_3968137993466402_6790137995045025834_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fmxkDgL_n10Q7kNvgFZI4Z_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYBJ9QtCqQLS6Dleb9ZudsvBuFjCpsA-JLkUUBiA4S1wGA&oe=675ED681	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got cat allergies? 96% of Pacagen customers reported that Pacagen helped their or a loved ones feel relief fast. Experience it for yourself at Pacagen.com!		Pacagen		3861	https://www.facebook.com/pacagen/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633164	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/6/25, 5:18 AM	1733881919	1746526701		1987																										pacagen.com	Shop Now			DCO	Neutralize 98% of Cat Allergens	Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing products are the #1 remedy for cat allergens. Developed with veterinarians and engineered for world-class efficacy, our breakthrough technology removes 98% of cat allergens on contact, so you can breathe easy around your cats. Real science for real results. Click now to try Risk Free for 30 Days.	https://pacagen.com/pages/home			1.016483762011E+14	Pacagen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811974_3968137993466402_6790137995045025834_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fmxkDgL_n10Q7kNvgFZI4Z_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYBJ9QtCqQLS6Dleb9ZudsvBuFjCpsA-JLkUUBiA4S1wGA&oe=675ED681	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got cat allergies? 96% of Pacagen customers reported that Pacagen helped their or a loved ones feel relief fast. Experience it for yourself at Pacagen.com!		Pacagen		3861	https://www.facebook.com/pacagen/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633162	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881919	1744621472		1987																										the Small Works Exhibit	INTERESTED			EVENT	the Small Works Exhibit	the Small Works Exhibit November 22, 2024–January 25, 2025 December 13, 5–8pm: opening reception and Art Walk January 10, 5–8pm: reception and Art Walk Experience over 80 unique artworks by talented Bay Area artists, each piece offering the perfect opportunity for a meaningful holiday gift or an inspiring addition to your collection. This exhibit is free and open to the public. Artists Damon A Powell, Chai A'Lilharder, Dennis Ahearn, Lucy Arnold, Annie Bates-Winship, Kelley Berg, Jenny Blackburn, Marijean Brush, Jan Buscho, Harry Caldwell, Gail Caulfield, CiCi Chao, Duane Conliffe, Ian Day, Sarah DeParis, Michelle Derviss, Kelly Dunagan, Sara Engle, Ayelet Gal-On, Karen Gideon, Alan Giovannetti, Elizabeth Gleason, Katrina Gocan, Gail Gurman, David Hardesty, Fay Helfer, Siobhan Hughes, Joanna Kidd, Jane Kiskaddon, Kate Knudsen, Marie Krajan, Jennifer Lipson, James Marc, Beverly Mayeri, Barbara McLain, Qing Miao, Eileen Moderbacher, Linda Mueller, Patricia Oji, Cindy Ostroff, Karen Palamos, Kathy Pallie, Debbie Patrick, Joy Phoenix, Alyssa Pickens, Susan Press, Vadim Puyandaev, Steve Ramsey, Susan Searway-Fertig, Mary Sheft, John Sheridan, Ida Skomorokho, Dobee Snowber, Susan Sommer, Matthew Felix Sun, Eliza Thomas, Judith Thompson, Stephanie Thwaites, Susan West, Tom Wornson, Emil Yanos Juror Paul Mahder, Director of Paul Mahder Gallery, www.paulmahdergallery.com	https://www.facebook.com/events/1120345773025006/			51940031274	Art Works Downtown	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469790591_549031934608685_6225608754221364964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=P0SNuNRnkR0Q7kNvgE74xHk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A4n-UONBpQEtfQDg4ouB1Ah&oh=00_AYDiNICwmWbCSuMlvByHvIXo7LyMvOZKtNGqdHgD9dNzEg&oe=675EA48F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		the Small Works Exhibit November 22, 2024–January 25, 2025 December 13, 5–8pm: opening reception and Art Walk January 10, 5–8pm: reception and Art Walk Experience over 80 unique artworks by talented Bay Area artists, each piece offering the perfect opportunity for a meaningful holiday gift or an inspiring addition to your collection. This exhibit is free and open to the public. Artists Damon A Powell, Chai A'Lilharder, Dennis Ahearn, Lucy Arnold, Annie Bates-Winship, Kelley Berg, Jenny Blackburn, Marijean Brush, Jan Buscho, Harry Caldwell, Gail Caulfield, CiCi Chao, Duane Conliffe, Ian Day, Sarah DeParis, Michelle Derviss, Kelly Dunagan, Sara Engle, Ayelet Gal-On, Karen Gideon, Alan Giovannetti, Elizabeth Gleason, Katrina Gocan, Gail Gurman, David Hardesty, Fay Helfer, Siobhan Hughes, Joanna Kidd, Jane Kiskaddon, Kate Knudsen, Marie Krajan, Jennifer Lipson, James Marc, Beverly Mayeri, Barbara McLain, Qing Miao, Eileen Moderbacher, Linda Mueller, Patricia Oji, Cindy Ostroff, Karen Palamos, Kathy Pallie, Debbie Patrick, Joy Phoenix, Alyssa Pickens, Susan Press, Vadim Puyandaev, Steve Ramsey, Susan Searway-Fertig, Mary Sheft, John Sheridan, Ida Skomorokho, Dobee Snowber, Susan Sommer, Matthew Felix Sun, Eliza Thomas, Judith Thompson, Stephanie Thwaites, Susan West, Tom Wornson, Emil Yanos Juror Paul Mahder, Director of Paul Mahder Gallery, www.paulmahdergallery.com		Art Works Downtown		3076	https://www.facebook.com/ArtWorksDowntown.SanRafael/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633163	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/22/25, 8:12 AM	1733881919	1747919549		1987																										pacagen.com	Shop Now			DCO	Neutralize 98% of Cat Allergens	Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing products are the #1 remedy for cat allergens. Developed with veterinarians and engineered for world-class efficacy, our breakthrough technology removes 98% of cat allergens on contact, so you can breathe easy around your cats. Real science for real results. Click now to try Risk Free for 30 Days.	https://pacagen.com/pages/home			1.016483762011E+14	Pacagen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811974_3968137993466402_6790137995045025834_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fmxkDgL_n10Q7kNvgFZI4Z_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYBJ9QtCqQLS6Dleb9ZudsvBuFjCpsA-JLkUUBiA4S1wGA&oe=675ED681	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got cat allergies? 96% of Pacagen customers reported that Pacagen helped their or a loved ones feel relief fast. Experience it for yourself at Pacagen.com!		Pacagen		3861	https://www.facebook.com/pacagen/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633171	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	4/27/25, 6:08 PM	1733881919	1745795280		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Private room for rent		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1508908349780524/			1.1108075039551E+14	Kelly Renee Bryant		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Private room for rent - $1,400.00 2 rooms available for rent for 1 person. I am renting both rooms to only one person. So you would have both a room and a living space to yourself. This would be a great option for somebody who works from home and needs an office or an artist that needs extra space to create. One room is 11 X 16 and the other one is 11 X 10. They are the living room and the front bedroom of the house. Private entrance via the front door and a large front porch. The bathroom is shared but you have your own entrance to the bathroom through the bedroom. Shared kitchen and laundry room We will split the power and gas bill 50/50. Internet, garbage, and water are included in the rent. I'm a 42 queer person, I don't drink or smoke. I own my own business and mostly work in the mornings but occasionally work at night as well. I am moderately clean and moderately noisy. I have a dog named Stella, she's super sweet but takes time to warm up to new people. And you would need to be willing to take some extra time in the first weeks or months to learn her training commands and build a relationship with her! I love to hike, run, and make art. I have a partner who stays over two to three days a week. I would strongly prefer to rent the rooms to somebody who is a part of the LGBTQ+ community. I'm looking for somebody who doesn't drink or smoke, or at least does so very little. Additionally, somebody who knows how to communicate their needs and boundaries and can have productive conversations around problem-solving. I'm looking for someone to stay between 6 months and a year but the lease will be month to month. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Renee Bryant		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Renee-Bryant-111080750395512/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633168	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/4/25, 10:13 AM	1733881919	1751642000		1987																										pacagen.com	Shop Now			DCO	Neutralize 98% of Cat Allergens	Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing products are the #1 remedy for cat allergens. Developed with veterinarians and engineered for world-class efficacy, our breakthrough technology removes 98% of cat allergens on contact, so you can breathe easy around your cats. Real science for real results. Click now to try Risk Free for 30 Days.	https://pacagen.com/pages/home			1.016483762011E+14	Pacagen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469896064_1986740535134725_4356731127923917434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F7zB4KVKn-AQ7kNvgHcmL_C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYCeMPA0w_UwzwyZMaCdHd8mcBRi-eYKv8B9X7SJBW661A&oe=675EC008	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Got cat allergies? 96% of Pacagen customers reported that Pacagen helped their or a loved ones feel relief fast. Experience it for yourself at Pacagen.com!		Pacagen		3861	https://www.facebook.com/pacagen/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633188	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/24/25, 3:43 AM	1733881923	1750754616		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2633190	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 7:17 AM	1733881923	1745756253		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633191	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 3:25 AM	1733881923	1746347127		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633186	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/19/25, 12:03 AM	1733881923	1750309428		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633187	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/28/25, 6:25 AM	1733881923	1751109926		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633184	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:23 PM	1733881923	1748910191		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633185	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 4:54 PM	1733881923	1748987691		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633189	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/22/25, 2:52 PM	1733881923	1745351520		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/yungflyentertainment			1.480773878711E+15	YungFly Entertainment	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469696559_8264911960275437_4868721767680714311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=O2KiSgglxbQQ7kNvgE3R3Jo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYBXzh7KaqBPgm-NV96XFnQMSPNp8f9fNwYHzWRAwpG9SQ&oe=675EDBF2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				YungFly Entertainment		39109	https://www.facebook.com/100069168113422/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633198	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 2:21 AM	1733881924	1749540072		1987																										recapt-go.me	Learn more			VIDEO	Congratulations		https://recapt-go.me/			2.5578680427462E+14	Kelly Neves	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469702695_1099462764889576_5004026791910071045_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-DM_E74IwYUQ7kNvgE_Au8K&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYAd8tC7yiHfNVw_sH_C1RZ5PN9ekiseS-jRBMgs0Ojmug&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Kelly Neves		2	https://www.facebook.com/61555995137743/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633197	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 3:03 PM	1733881923	1749758627		1987																										MeetMattFraser.com	Book now			VIDEO	Psychic Medium Matt Fraser - Online Reading	LIVE Psychic Readings Online	https://meetmattfraser.com/events/online-readings/			3.1286975875651E+14	Matt Fraser	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469616592_1105824477747417_3944094850070690308_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3ucVE6MCX94Q7kNvgGzg8Jx&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYDxHAVR6v7MserBwqJD80Zin4MtQ-pM9Vz6Ag5D1Gr9EA&oe=675ED3D5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Have you ever wished you could talk to someone that died? Imagine if you could have that opportunity…. Join Matt Fraser, America’s Top Psychic Medium LIVE Online as he helps you connect with loved ones that have passed. ✨ BOOK NOW: https://mmfraser.com/3ZpiYFu During this 90-minute experience, you will be part of an online group reading as Matt connects with the spirit world, calls upon families, and provides LIVE psychic readings in real time. This event is more than just an event—it’s an uplifting experience that offers a glimpse into the other side, bringing you hope and undeniable proof that your loved ones are still with you. ✨ As Seen on These Hit Television Shows: You’ve watched Matt Fraser give readings to celebrities on hit TV shows like The Real Housewives, The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Doctors, and more. Now, you too can be part of the experience. No matter where you are, joining the event is easy. Use your cellphone, tablet, or computer to connect via Zoom—no subscription needed. After you register, you’ll get an email with all the details to join.		Matt Fraser		736541	https://www.facebook.com/Meetmattfraser/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633201	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:21 PM	1733881924	1748910079		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/whitneyinluxe			5.134118885132E+14	whitneyinluxe	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/32951929_2112705759008771_2851114241589510144_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=Gh2KH0NjNOMQ7kNvgHNLRyJ&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYC89p_mQpxXFS8lzEucLRlHNChKhAvQwvLMqICsbYYvlw&oe=675EB03B	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		The outfit isn’t complete until the jacket says it all. Finding the right mix of layers to balance chic, cozy, and cool. Which one’s your favorite? #WhitneyInLuxe #LayerGameStrong #WSInteriors #ChicLayers #StyleInspo		whitneyinluxe		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/whitneyinluxe	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633200	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:23 PM	1733881924	1748910222		1987																										Illuminated Trail Walk & Visit with Santa	INTERESTED			EVENT	Illuminated Trail Walk & Visit with Santa	Join us on Friday, December 13th from 6 to 8 p.m. for a leisurely illuminated stroll through our wooded trail. Then join Santa in the lodge for hot chocolate, cookies and a fun activity. Free-will donations appreciated. Depending on the weather, we may be able to have a bonfire in our firepit too.	https://www.facebook.com/events/485996080948431/			1.7643283804577E+15	Camp Millhouse	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469904292_567342009368254_3924725247800926910_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5XwVFZtedgoQ7kNvgG9xeJr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYA1LZ5g__d2XkUgbWypk-xUJEJggnyriovMYO5CmMnU4Q&oe=675EA690	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This is the week! Who is going to join us on Friday between 6 and 8 p.m. to walk around camp, see some of the trails, enjoy a campfire, visit with Santa and snack on some cookies and how cocoa? We can't wait to see you!		Camp Millhouse		2238	https://www.facebook.com/CampMillhouseInc/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633203	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:34 PM	1733881924	1748910882		1987																										fb.dramabox.com	Watch more			VIDEO			https://fb.dramabox.com/db_land_page/DLLPF1053841.html?language=por&timestamp=1733465705340&channelCode=DLLPF1053841&bid=41000108398&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&ad_group_name={{adset.name}}&ad_group_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}			1.3880149930726E+14	DramaBox- drama movies2	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469497619_1658857011643053_2433697311034266692_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0O6hQ_W6FVgQ7kNvgEqMxaA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYDHBZxkgbnBX6uLWUgTzYUw-4U64fC6tlLpHm-9u6bCEw&oe=675EB53F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Beatriz tem que trabalhar em dois empregos para sua mãe: faxineira do dia e Stripper da noite. Uma noite, Marcos, o infame chefe da máfia, entra no clube de Beatriz, na esperança de recuperar seu "poder do homem". Toda mulher é uma decepção, exceto Beatriz. Ele se apaixona por ela instantaneamente, sem saber que o amigo de Beatriz, Antônio, também está disposto a sacrificar tudo por ela. A escolha tem que ser feita: Um mafioso excessivamente dominador ou um herdeiro inocente?		DramaBox- drama movies2		150377	https://www.facebook.com/61551046958457/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633212	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:20 PM	1733881924	1748910054		1987																										fb.me	Book Now			DCO	New Patient Treatment Special 🙌 Only $49	Back Pain, Sciatica, Neck Pain, Headaches & Migraines, and more!	http://fb.me/			1.2047638472341E+14	Kelly Wellness & Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813350_1825065991658501_2619428138526935001_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uU8Z122AVRQQ7kNvgEvHRvA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYDdkhW5rQHnE7JAYNnHAHzbPoKsNiC05spggK2CTf_9Yg&oe=675ED6DA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 HEY BAY AREA FRIENDS! I’m Dr. Kelly Quach, and I’m thrilled to share that we’ve helped countless patients in the Bay Area achieve better health through chiropractic care! 🌿 Whether you’re a parent concerned about your infant’s well-being, a teenager dealing with sports injuries, or an adult facing chronic pain, we’ve got you covered with specialized exams for all ages! 👶🧒👦👩‍🦰🧑‍🦳 🚨 Special Offer Alert! 🚨 We’re opening 25 New Patient Appointments for only $49 (a $250 value)! Don’t miss out on this incredible offer! What’s Included: ✅ Comprehensive Consultation ✅ Detailed Examination ✨ Act Fast! Claim your voucher now before they’re all gone! Click the “BOOK NOW” button below to book your appointment today! 👇		Kelly Wellness & Chiropractic		188	https://www.facebook.com/KellyWellness/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633218	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:40 PM	1733881925	1748911228		1987																											Send message			IMAGE	FREE PICKS ➡️					4.5978785055811E+14	The Wolf - Free Picks	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469928324_921693163265228_2859838582103133380_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=V0go0I1Lg3EQ7kNvgFuB0N5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYBU-La-XdE34gBfyU1n_bl1_eMv77xefim9UnRitAmNng&oe=675ED6B4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		GET MY PICKS FOR 12 MONTHS FOR FREE ✅ ❌❌ DON'T EVER PAY FOR PICKS ❌❌		The Wolf - Free Picks		11118	https://www.facebook.com/WolfFreePicks/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633215	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:32 PM	1733881924	1748910760		1987																										fb.me	Book Now			DCO	New Patient Treatment Special 🙌 Only $49	Back Pain, Sciatica, Neck Pain, Headaches & Migraines, and more!	http://fb.me/			1.2047638472341E+14	Kelly Wellness & Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813350_1825065991658501_2619428138526935001_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uU8Z122AVRQQ7kNvgEvHRvA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYDdkhW5rQHnE7JAYNnHAHzbPoKsNiC05spggK2CTf_9Yg&oe=675ED6DA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 HEY BAY AREA FRIENDS! I’m Dr. Kelly Quach, and I’m thrilled to share that we’ve helped countless patients in the Bay Area achieve better health through chiropractic care! 🌿 Whether you’re a parent concerned about your infant’s well-being, a teenager dealing with sports injuries, or an adult facing chronic pain, we’ve got you covered with specialized exams for all ages! 👶🧒👦👩‍🦰🧑‍🦳 🚨 Special Offer Alert! 🚨 We’re opening 25 New Patient Appointments for only $49 (a $250 value)! Don’t miss out on this incredible offer! What’s Included: ✅ Comprehensive Consultation ✅ Detailed Examination ✨ Act Fast! Claim your voucher now before they’re all gone! Click the “BOOK NOW” button below to book your appointment today! 👇		Kelly Wellness & Chiropractic		188	https://www.facebook.com/KellyWellness/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633222	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:20 PM	1733881925	1748910044		1987																										carcan.com	Order Now			DCO	BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT UNDER $10	{{product.description}}	http://www.carcan.com/			1.0347826115035E+14	CarCan	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469910263_553669940799957_6432912167598061659_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yhWYfbhKUhgQ7kNvgEGD1sI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYDf3WUgvCyu8AyKdM1HgXrtxiImm9_9FwWCU2Up0KNrKw&oe=675EAEE8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		EXCLUSIVE: 1-DAY SALE! 🚨 50% OFF TODAY ONLY on Facebook! All we ask is you SHARE THIS POST TO BE FAIR - we lose money if you don't! 😊 • Millions of happy customers i❤️ • Billions of plastic bags saved ♻️ AS SEEN ON TV WITH SHARK TANKS HOST Don't love it? Keep it free - that's our guarantee! 😊 Text "SALE" to 227226 for exclusive deals & updates! ALMOST OUT OF STOCK ⏰ WE PROMISE TO ALWAYS OVER DELIVER AND WE APPRECIATE ALL THE SUPPORT OVER THE YEARS CARCANS FOREVER ❤️ Don’t Forget to share this post it helps so much		CarCan		14245	https://www.facebook.com/CarCanOnline/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633223	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:34 PM	1733881925	1748910871		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						1.1527549833526E+14	Kind Human 4 Human Kind	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469876999_1953717951704654_6125485111101580801_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nmRm5sWhxiEQ7kNvgGc5JcP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Az9UToIiY079QU3hee-0ZWX&oh=00_AYBPV6v8t7YfjOpI89Qg1-FjlbWh8qokBtjkzhe0k2BBQg&oe=675EA934	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spirit of Giving Day Wrap-Up On December 7, Kind Human 4 Human Kind held its Spirit of Giving Day at Grace Episcopal Church, and the impact was extraordinary. Heads of Household Served: 388 Total Family Members Served: 1,432 • St. Clair County: 1,330 • Macomb County: 55 • Lapeer County: 20 • Sanilac County: 27 Total Items Gifted: 14,368 This event was only possible because of the support of countless kind humans who came together to make it happen. Special Thanks We are deeply grateful to Grace Episcopal Church for generously hosting us and allowing the use of their space for two days. Thank you, Reverend Shadrack Owuor and church volunteers for your kindness and inclusivity. We extend our gratitude to the Port Huron Fire Department and Port Huron Police Department for their rapid responses to the medical emergencies that occurred during the event. Your professionalism and care are deeply appreciated. Thank you to Marysville Car Care Center and Roseann Mundle for donating storage spaces, which enabled us to increase the number of items available for the community. We are immensely thankful to our event sponsors: • Community Foundation of St. Clair County • Walmart • First Congregational Church of St. Clair • The Thrift Shop of Holy Family Episcopal Church Your financial support helped make this event possible. Special thanks to Helping Women Period for donating feminine hygiene products. We want to thank Pita Way of Fort Gratiot and owner Tommy for providing meals for our volunteers. We want to thank Crumbl Cookies of Fort Gratiot for providing delicious cookies for our volunteers. We want to thank Sunrise Gardens of Port Huron for their vegetable donation. To our community partner businesses hosting donation dropboxes, thank you: • Marysville Car Care • McCormick’s Bar & Grill • Great Clips • Boomerangs • Casaceli Studioz • Second Chance Consignment • Thumb Coast CBD • Sophisticatz Karaoke • Koi Pond Studios • The Process • Dollar General Your collaboration helped make this event a huge success. Acknowledging Donors Kind Human 4 Human Kind is only able to give such tremendous kindness because of our amazing and generous donors. Whether you arranged to have items picked up, dropped off at our main address in Kimball or used one of our local item donation dropboxes- Hundreds of individuals donated items to improve the holiday season for their neighbors in need. Thank you to each and every Kind donor! Thank you to the local groups who came together to make handmade items to be gifted. Items ranged from crocheted hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves to felt hats, gloves, tie blankets, crocheted toys, hand printed T-shirts, homemade art and home decor. Bake Sale & Raffle Highlights Our bake sale team—Laura Calamita, Roseann Mundle, Carolyn Walton, and Colin Casaceli—created delicious treats that raised an additional $217 to support our mission. Thank you! Congratulations to our Raffle Winners: Debbie Brown: Winner of the feedback survey raffle, receiving a new vacuum cleaner. Teri Smith: First-place toy raffle winner, who donated her prize to the Foster Children’s Christmas Drive.Your generosity inspires us all! Michelle Harrison: Second-place toy raffle winner, who also donated her prize to the Foster Children’s Christmas Drive.Your generosity inspires us all! Rene Hall: Third-place winner, taking home a ride-on Jeep for her beautiful grandsons. Acknowledging Our Volunteers A heartfelt thank-you to our over 96 volunteers who worked tirelessly for two days, from 8 AM to 10 PM, to make this event a reality. This includes our bake sale team, board members, and my incredible family, who gave 250% to ensure success. Aaron Adams Aaron Casteel Alexis Pryor Alexis Gipson Andrea Twarowski Ashley Adams Bethany Gernand Breanne Ryan Carolyn Walton Carson Humphries Charlene Harrison Cheryl Burlingame Chez Jones Chris Jones Christopher Twarowski Colleen Flasher Colleen Prange Dan Jones Deanna Patrick Debbie Brown Diane Case Edith Gauthier Emily Karasch Emily Sterling Eric Gipson Evelyn Metzer Felicia Fogarty Hannah Jackie Hanton Jadin Bender Jamie Gibbs Jamie Gipson Janet Hazzard Jennifer Montoya Jes Daws Jodie Hanton Josey Karasch Justin Karasch Kadence Neely Kandie Job Karen Vanbuskirk Kathy McDonald Kelly Schneider Kennedy Hanton Kerry Eitner Kitty Arthmire Kristen (KC) Curry Kylie Rusch Laura Calamita Lilah Apolzan Linda Mead Linda Armstrong Lori Sutherland Lynn Sterling Lynsey Vanbuskirk Marilyn Nelson Marissa Garcia Mark Hanton Mary Minnis Melissa Merchant MJ Jones Michelle DeMeyer Monique McGraw Naomi Lyons Natalie Graham Nicholas Ballard Olivia Gipson Paula Cuneo Phoebe Reagan Hanton Rose Bender Roseann Mundle Pastor Roxie Davis Sabela Martinez Castro Sabrina Martin Samantha Leach Sarah Loridon Seline Peterson Shari Shehata Shirley Anna Twarowski Skyler Sayers Sterling Rivers Sue Brackenbury Susan Davies Terrie Swoffer Tracy Szenay Trish Kata Vanessa Davis Vic Gipson Victor Montoya Virginia Ferguson Wes Daws William Swoffer William Gipson Wyatt Jones Zander Knapchuck Zofia Pilarczyh There were a few individuals who forgot to sign in on the sign in sheets. Please feel free to tag yourself. Please comment below if we missed anyone and we will happily add you to the Volunteer section. We don’t want anyone to be overlooked as we appreciate each and every volunteer's time and effort. These volunteers worked tirelessly and are all superstars! To everyone who donated, transported, sponsored, worked at, received help from, was inspired by or shared this event: You are the heart ♥️ of our mission. I would like to take a moment and recognize four of our volunteers who are unable to be at the event in person. These four lovely humans are continued supporters of our mission. Dedicated volunteer Anne Packett who is ill and recovering. We wish her a speedy and complete recovery. Dedicated volunteer Darlene Goch suffered a serious injury and is recovering. We wish her a speedy and complete recovery. Dedicated volunteer Holly Suratt lost her beloved mother. Our deepest sympathies are extended to Holly and her entire family. Dedicated volunteer Jaime Serra lost her beloved sister. Our deepest sympathies are extended to Jaime and her entire family. Reflections & Moving Forward This was our largest event to date, both in attendance and impact. For five continuous hours, a line wrapped around the building, and though we were heartbroken to turn away 30 individuals due to time constraints, we hope to serve even more people in future events. To attendees: please remember to eat, stay hydrated, and dress appropriately for the weather when attending future events. We also want to highlight the incredible diversity of those involved—donors, volunteers, and recipients alike—representing varied nationality, religion, ability, background, gender, sexual orientation, active and veteran military members. This inclusivity is a testament to the power of kindness and community. From newborns to seniors in their 90s, our recipients spanned generations. Kind Human 4 Human Kind came together to lift up our most vulnerable neighbors. Whether you donated, volunteered, or received assistance, you were part of something miraculous. Kindness is Magic Kind Human 4 Human Kind is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those in need through acts of compassion and generosity. During the holiday season, kindness becomes even more vital, as it has the power to bridge divides, uplift struggling families, and foster a sense of belonging within a community. Programs like Spirit of Giving Day, which provide essentials and gifts to those facing hardship, embody the transformative impact of kindness. Small acts of empathy ripple outward, creating a culture of care and resilience that strengthens the entire community during this special time of year. IN ONE DAY, over 14,000 items reached more than 1,400 family members in need. This event exemplifies how powerful collective kindness can be. Thank you to everyone for being Kind Humans. Together, we are changing lives. All My Gratitude, Love and Respect Jamie Gipson Executive Director Kind Human 4 Human Kind		Kind Human 4 Human Kind		2160	https://www.facebook.com/kh4hk/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633315	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 5:50 AM	1733881931	1749552657		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/ranch-tote			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469908180_2036980333483314_7759582013704849747_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IlFSHrLJ9MQQ7kNvgHlkAzK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDwh8iQnOFzdYui-Ilf1HJDMu9V615ZWxvYeqR7_rIj2Q&oe=675EAECB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633229	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 7:26 PM	1733881925	1749687969		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901970_1606134039993034_550882981003854444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vkuhjLC9ZUkQ7kNvgFUkNJ9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDImOnE_MkcwBdyYojPV4scwYLaler3YE0fBty-Uh-WEQ&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633226	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 3:48 PM	1733881925	1749761308		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901970_1606134039993034_550882981003854444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vkuhjLC9ZUkQ7kNvgFUkNJ9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDImOnE_MkcwBdyYojPV4scwYLaler3YE0fBty-Uh-WEQ&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633231	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 12:07 PM	1733881925	1746292021		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901970_1606134039993034_550882981003854444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vkuhjLC9ZUkQ7kNvgFUkNJ9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDImOnE_MkcwBdyYojPV4scwYLaler3YE0fBty-Uh-WEQ&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633232	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 6:08 AM	1733881925	1746356929		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901970_1606134039993034_550882981003854444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vkuhjLC9ZUkQ7kNvgFUkNJ9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDImOnE_MkcwBdyYojPV4scwYLaler3YE0fBty-Uh-WEQ&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633233	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881926	1744621472		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633316	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 12:47 PM	1733881931	1749923236		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/ranch-tote			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469908180_2036980333483314_7759582013704849747_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IlFSHrLJ9MQQ7kNvgHlkAzK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDwh8iQnOFzdYui-Ilf1HJDMu9V615ZWxvYeqR7_rIj2Q&oe=675EAECB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633242	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 1:15 AM	1733881926	1745648109		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633243	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 9:31 AM	1733881927	1745677894		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633241	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 4:27 AM	1733881926	1746350877		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633240	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 12:35 AM	1733881926	1746423305		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633246	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 12:29 PM	1733881927	1749749354		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633317	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 8:58 PM	1733881931	1749779884		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825651_1013986564101260_5771838726889775624_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zW-PKkGVQskQ7kNvgGS1r9O&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDC6PZJwTxspsPM228JDYySr2TXTNrGjyqOUJpzR54Xlg&oe=675EB335	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633247	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 3:02 AM	1733881927	1749801760		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpIMjQa3vPuTS4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469962869_2030828167367808_4999107075845243597_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G3nl1KJ-T8sQ7kNvgGed6-0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDlSV1xtIPW9wk6F-w0WG-FxqZ9OKP67IRydSLEF4WtTQ&oe=675EB7F1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Load up with ease. The available hands-free access power tailgate on the CR-V helps make your errands less of a handful.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633253	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 12:32 PM	1733881927	1745688761		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633318	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 4:31 PM	1733881931	1746048696		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825651_1013986564101260_5771838726889775624_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zW-PKkGVQskQ7kNvgGS1r9O&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDC6PZJwTxspsPM228JDYySr2TXTNrGjyqOUJpzR54Xlg&oe=675EB335	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633250	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 8:47 AM	1733881927	1746366469		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633251	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 11:05 AM	1733881927	1746374715		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633252	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 5:37 AM	1733881927	1746700655		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633255	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 2:23 AM	1733881927	1749194584		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633319	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 9:51 AM	1733881931	1749653499		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825651_1013986564101260_5771838726889775624_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zW-PKkGVQskQ7kNvgGS1r9O&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDC6PZJwTxspsPM228JDYySr2TXTNrGjyqOUJpzR54Xlg&oe=675EB335	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633256	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 1:57 AM	1733881927	1749106672		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpJIyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469936477_370255692811534_1154839806942550365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4USOF83w4eIQ7kNvgGL2ryK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYATxYWFszOosPEHAX4F4BB1FJiCNr9jfdajWysNinudmg&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633260	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 7:12 PM	1733881928	1749168730		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633261	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 5:24 AM	1733881928	1749119043		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633266	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 6:14 AM	1733881928	1749122067		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633265	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 6:49 AM	1733881928	1749124170		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633267	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 7:12 AM	1733881928	1749125526		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633272	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 7:02 PM	1733881929	1749168145		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633271	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 6:14 AM	1733881929	1749122091		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633278	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 1:57 AM	1733881929	1749106654		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633279	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 7:45 AM	1733881929	1749127523		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633321	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 9:56 AM	1733881932	1749135419		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/ranch-tote			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469508934_426452010401561_7378464749425829572_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_6r3WLDohFkQ7kNvgEw_jYE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYBc8bosen-ednEJuhjuy0S3963gEzOOH7rm3TDIsQPqXg&oe=675EC0C9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633283	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 10:44 AM	1733881929	1749138279		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633294	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 7:05 AM	1733881930	1749125145		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633287	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881930	1744621472		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633311	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881931	1744621472		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469915437_1107304810415346_789968778556059156_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_z-MHAaSCpgQ7kNvgHEx9I9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYAtp1x6tF1Ndzn-nwhb7t2OT6widKgewbHcWqzrVx0xGA&oe=675EADC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633288	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 4:58 AM	1733881930	1749117489		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP11egMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857783_1074472297486956_3872451953684340550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bixz_u96JTUQ7kNvgErK1xr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYB1Rot-_aahxPoX1KP0_NQqnSaaNKI9_rEIY9ssOlZ9Xg&oe=675EBFA2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633292	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 1:38 AM	1733881930	1745649526		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633312	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 12:36 AM	1733881931	1745818619		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469915437_1107304810415346_789968778556059156_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_z-MHAaSCpgQ7kNvgHEx9I9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYAtp1x6tF1Ndzn-nwhb7t2OT6widKgewbHcWqzrVx0xGA&oe=675EADC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633290	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 8:59 PM	1733881930	1746237569		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633299	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 1:55 AM	1733881930	1745736936		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633298	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 5:14 PM	1733881930	1745792089		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633297	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 4:22 AM	1733881930	1745832146		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633302	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 7:17 AM	1733881930	1745669826		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633303	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 10:18 AM	1733881930	1745680714		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633313	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881931	1744621472		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469915437_1107304810415346_789968778556059156_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_z-MHAaSCpgQ7kNvgHEx9I9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYAtp1x6tF1Ndzn-nwhb7t2OT6widKgewbHcWqzrVx0xGA&oe=675EADC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633310	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 3:33 AM	1733881931	1745742817		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/texas-crossbody			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469863742_1828677057937388_7207587763220604960_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Kweitst6IAoQ7kNvgHCXQxU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYCClbKMmeXt-Xli3rKn-xQd1-rZGsVnNZno9c22eSfaww&oe=675ED5DB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633308	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 3:44 AM	1733881931	1745743462		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/texas-crossbody			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469863742_1828677057937388_7207587763220604960_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Kweitst6IAoQ7kNvgHCXQxU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYCClbKMmeXt-Xli3rKn-xQd1-rZGsVnNZno9c22eSfaww&oe=675ED5DB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633305	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 6:42 PM	1733881931	1746747747		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0legMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469911787_1138471520931424_2920186415470529102_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gl-N_Qi1BjsQ7kNvgGv9qsq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBZNlPRJldYPO-Ymk-nKULRQTkmh36J0AIDj7r0Hkm4dw&oe=675ED398	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633306	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881931	1744621472		1987																										fb.me	Sign up			IMAGE	Implant Fixed Denture		http://fb.me/			4.1774533476342E+14	Amazing Smiles Dental Spa	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469861039_1107491310841849_6262605248131584923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=38TH8X0gaq0Q7kNvgFrUj8n&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYARV456ka7ZVFY4pZFywLw-ETKUeSLxJR9_a9HNXrOeGw&oe=675EBE3F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Ready for a smile transformation? Book your consultation today and discover how implant fixed dentures can restore your smile, boost your confidence, and improve your quality of life.		Amazing Smiles Dental Spa		1	https://www.facebook.com/amazingsmilesdentalspa/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633309	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881931	1744621472		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/texas-crossbody			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469863742_1828677057937388_7207587763220604960_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Kweitst6IAoQ7kNvgHCXQxU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYCClbKMmeXt-Xli3rKn-xQd1-rZGsVnNZno9c22eSfaww&oe=675ED5DB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633330	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881933	1744621472		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633331	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881934	1744621472		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633332	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881935	1744621472		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633333	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881935	1744621472		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633338	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 7:05 PM	1733881936	1745798732		1987																										www.redlighthealthstar.com	Learn more			VIDEO	$37 Body Contouring Package		https://www.redlighthealthstar.com/discovery-health-star			1.2350035434031E+14	Health Star Clinic	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/467899399_917745156637244_2233451112725587228_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cC8MbcY9LaAQ7kNvgFeb_AD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYAhHc2wcUr9xEuQOcA9WV9dM7FExt_wobtYToZTwMCJOQ&oe=675EA6BC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		ATTN: Montgomery Ladies! We’re looking for 16 women to undergo our Full Figure Body Contouring Program Get Our New Client Only Special on Red Light Body Contouring Program ⚠️ Offer ending soon… Tap to Learn More... ⤵️ *New Clients Only		Health Star Clinic		5613	https://www.facebook.com/healthstarclinic/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633336	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 9:05 PM	1733881936	1745805936		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633337	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881936	1744621472		1987																														VIDEO						1.4971351156429E+14	Leilani Padernal	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469527477_1322449888944155_7059422051215174244_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J1q6nI64-A4Q7kNvgF1sbM1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYCEatWFbdi4kvNGT5d_0fyj2QzBC1NE7hH6VofeAKgkdA&oe=675EBEE4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Adorning my little LV w/Cute little HERMÉS bag charms. Birkin, Kelly & Picotin. #highlightseveryone #fbreelsvideo #fypシ゚viralシ #foryoupageシ #foryouシ #fbreelsfypシ゚viral #bagcharms #luxurybagsph #luxurystyle @highlight #everyone		Leilani Padernal		932	https://www.facebook.com/theprincess.lani/	0										View Edit Delete
2633343	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 1:22 AM	1733881937	1746080530		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781918_1144847707247263_532221501070904485_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GmUYabnhFbEQ7kNvgHzUP-h&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYDxjgumn1_4qoxZl5S1XbLVXSovWpO0nEEwzdEMmhU4Jg&oe=675ECB9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633345	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881937	1744621473		1987																										simplytrk.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🚨Owed $100k+ in Compensation? Check Now!	This tool made me $140,000 in a few days. I didn't know i was eligible for this., Thanks to Personal Injury Lawyers	https://simplytrk.com/66fd793e4552b7bc4461e76f?sub1=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D&sub2=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&sub3=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&sub4=%7B%7Bad.name%7D%7D&sub5=%7B%7Badset.name%7D%7D&sub6=%7B%7Bcampaign.name%7D%7D&sub7=%7B%7Bplacement%7D%7D&sub8=%7B%7Bsite_source_name%7D%7D&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid			1.3894488930984E+14	Kelly Woods	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469774782_1306808103863627_7917139618510707403_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4MTcgKSe548Q7kNvgHY1rLV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYAdUyMSmrks3vMRKMSBfLLJ1uSRyjJdr2atvTGef-3znw&oe=675EBB2F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨INJURED & NOT AT FAULT? Car Accident Compensation are starting from $10,000 to $150,000 🇺🇸😱 You may be eligible for MAXIMUM COMPENSATION! Don't settle for less. Get the justice you deserve. Take 30 Second Quiz to Qualify.		Kelly Woods		11	https://www.facebook.com/61552788097888/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633354	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881944	1744621473		1987																										kellysbodyshopmd.com	Contact us			IMAGE	Kelly's Body Shop	Since 1970	https://www.kellysbodyshopmd.com/?cam=dis-tp-m190372-c869338-g-			63629793436	Kelly's Body Shop	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/463750812_559942806409321_6322292693142663111_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pCfBXA8v3d8Q7kNvgG2zink&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYAhzlVY4ev_4MxiiTyLdBrBXydLRkfEOXJQgH7lr0JKFg&oe=675EB883	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Expert Auto Body And Collision Repair Services. Family Owned And Operated. Call Today!		Kelly's Body Shop		1928	https://www.facebook.com/Kellys.Body.Shop.MD/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633351	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/29/25, 9:01 AM	1733881944	1745935291		1987																										www.kellygrimsleykia.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	New 2025 Kia K4 $25,540 - 3KPFU4DEXSE040799	Click for Details	https://autos.lotlinx.com/?pubId=89000&ad=3KPFU4DEXSE040799&channelid=55933_Kelly_Grimsley_Kia_445428_co241201_conversion_autop&contractid=445428&type=FC&confirm=true&lp=https://www.kellygrimsleykia.com/new/Kia/2025-Kia-K4-e7f2137aac18060ee86e24e3e431b57a.htm			1.0284559583128E+14	Car Savvy 6	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469680799_567166906269351_4291735087304768580_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eTJj83YkCC0Q7kNvgEJWFAi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYCiQfu6s53jCwn9zfl2yLJo0BEmnxAat6KhozKRqm2QVA&oe=675EC4E0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click for Details		Car Savvy 6		20	https://www.facebook.com/100083331673032/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633353	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/29/25, 10:46 AM	1733881944	1745941614		1987																										www.kellygrimsleykia.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	New 2025 Kia K4 $25,540 - 3KPFU4DEXSE040799	Click for Details	https://autos.lotlinx.com/?pubId=89000&ad=3KPFU4DEXSE040799&channelid=55933_Kelly_Grimsley_Kia_445428_co241201_conversion_autop&contractid=445428&type=FC&confirm=true&lp=https://www.kellygrimsleykia.com/new/Kia/2025-Kia-K4-e7f2137aac18060ee86e24e3e431b57a.htm			1.0284559583128E+14	Car Savvy 6	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469680799_567166906269351_4291735087304768580_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eTJj83YkCC0Q7kNvgEJWFAi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYCiQfu6s53jCwn9zfl2yLJo0BEmnxAat6KhozKRqm2QVA&oe=675EC4E0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click for Details		Car Savvy 6		20	https://www.facebook.com/100083331673032/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633352	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 5:59 AM	1733881944	1746010750		1987																										www.kellygrimsleykia.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	New 2025 Kia K4 $25,540 - 3KPFU4DEXSE040799	Click for Details	https://autos.lotlinx.com/?pubId=89000&ad=3KPFU4DEXSE040799&channelid=55933_Kelly_Grimsley_Kia_445428_co241201_conversion_autop&contractid=445428&type=FC&confirm=true&lp=https://www.kellygrimsleykia.com/new/Kia/2025-Kia-K4-e7f2137aac18060ee86e24e3e431b57a.htm			1.0284559583128E+14	Car Savvy 6	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469680799_567166906269351_4291735087304768580_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eTJj83YkCC0Q7kNvgEJWFAi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYCiQfu6s53jCwn9zfl2yLJo0BEmnxAat6KhozKRqm2QVA&oe=675EC4E0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Click for Details		Car Savvy 6		20	https://www.facebook.com/100083331673032/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633348	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 9:24 AM	1733881937	1746023058		1987																										time.com	Learn more			IMAGE	The 10 Best Fiction Books of 2024	From Percival Everett's 'James' to Kelly Link's 'The Book of Love'	https://time.com/7199834/best-fiction-books-2024/?utm_medium=social-paid&utm_source=meta&utm_campaign=sponsorededitorial-usonly+distribution+na&utm_content=na+na+na+na+na+na+na			10606591490	TIME	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860943_1582336029095935_260136191136430731_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z6IwVCiUDR4Q7kNvgHkXaww&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYD-i0QyxBJWSSWKxw_oTs_A47JnjweVJUU-FPsL51IlKg&oe=675EB73D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The best of this year's fiction features characters who, like so many, feel like they don't belong anywhere, even when they're with the people they love. Some are foreigners in their cities, others feel like foreigners in their own bodies. Three recently came back from the dead. One is even a clandestine alien living in Philadelphia, observing life as it unfolds around her. As these lonely characters navigate worlds brought to life by authors like Kelly Link, Kaveh Akbar, and Percival Everett, their stories push us to consider our relationships to the places we hold dear and the communities we surround ourselves with. Taken together, these books offer a reminder: even outsiders are never truly alone. At the link in bio, find the best fiction books of 2024. Illustration by Natalie Nelson for TIME; Source image: Ivan Dmitri—Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images presented by @celebritycruises		TIME		11969134	https://www.facebook.com/time/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633349	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881938	1744621473		1987																											Call now			IMAGE	Bowie Home & Land, LLC DBA BH&L	Bowie Home & Land is a full services real estate brokerage. BH&L™ list & sell Homes, Land, and Commer				1.2847919815813E+15	Bowie Home & Land, LLC DBA BH&L	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469855446_2875581215941206_88976964091147028_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1PZV881rAnoQ7kNvgE5EOrJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYByfTdRTS_1zF9wpkbV10MD9a1t2X6_kpAvYHE7RMhwVw&oe=675EC719	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Lovely updated condo ready to be called home! This home boasts hardwood floors, new HVAC, a new roof, an updated bathroom and updated kitchen appliances. No need to worry about storage. Loads of closets are a bonus! Each room offers abundant space for furniture arrangements and gatherings. Enjoy your own private patio just off the formal dining room. This property is conveniently located just minutes from the VA Hospital and Rt 50. Come see for yourself what makes this property a true charmer! See Agent Remarks. Call Kelly TODAY at (304) 745-4760 ____________________________________ 102 Pinewood Road Clarksburg, WV 26301 List Price: $129,000 Bedrooms- 2 Total Baths- 1 Link to details: https://ncwv.paragonrels.com/CCR/collablink/7ddea1b7-76bb-4fee-8838-4fba502e9625/listings/results?forMlsId=NCWV&sid=L0oARR9mB7E Bowie Home & Land, LLC Provided by: Bowie Home & Land Casey C. Bowie, Broker		Bowie Home & Land, LLC DBA BH&L		1902	https://www.facebook.com/BowieHomeLand/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633350	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881943	1744621473		1987																														TEXT						4.6432535009298E+14	Kelly Elise Smith Windsor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809126_922279366525379_4372917647203652064_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PP5Qf3vJhrgQ7kNvgGng_vO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYD-vb6PunhTG6n0qncHcsZlleHjMrmKYjCoAggx-qOmNQ&oe=675ED5AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It was the immensity of his lies at the end that exposed HIM. I never suspected a thing during the relationship. I wondered why he’d pull away. I wondered why he’d disappear. I never thought he was cheating. I thought he was just being intentionally cruel; unintentionally immature. I, eventually, decided to move away, take my heart elsewhere because he continued to disappear on me and refused to move the relationship forward even though we had so many conversations about us both wanting a future together. His words did not match his actions and I had to finally accept that. He was angry at first and then he seemed to accept it. He was sweet and wanted me to move in so I could save money while I finished my contracts before I moved. I agreed because I trusted HIM. I don’t know why I trusted him. We had had many conversations about the fact that he needed to stop tearing me down to people outside our relationship, he HAD lied about me to people, and confessed. I don’t know why I trusted him. I believed he loved me. I believed he treated me badly because he was insecure and immature and I recognized I couldn’t change HIM. But I believed he loved me. So many times it did feel like love, and it was always so confusing when all of a sudden it didn’t. I believed what “felt” right to me. I loved HIM, so he must love me….? The manipulations became intense following a brief interlude of surreal happiness after I moved in. He made it clear that I had invaded HIS space and that I needed to watch my step in HIS house. I tried to distance myself. I moved to another bedroom. But my emotional health was deteriorating. I felt targeted and bullied by HIM and I wanted to go back to being in love. He took an opportunity on a day we had planned to spend together, a time I’d hoped we’d reconnect and I could feel safe again, to leave me out and leave me behind and then ignore my pleas for communication. HE taunted me and ridiculed me, and let me know he didn’t care at all about me. I broke down. I was a screaming crying mess by the time he returned. And that’s what HE wanted. He threw me out, with nowhere to go. He got HIS revenge. When I found a place to stay, costing me more than my rental in the mountains had been and making my life so incredibly stressful HE used my animals being at his house to further manipulate and abuse me. And then he switched. He went back to being kind. Said he was sorry, asked me to move back in. I was going to therapy. HE said he’d go too, but he never did. My therapist told me to stay away from HIM. I didn’t move back in. I knew better. As the manipulations about the animals continued I realized I could ask my dad for help. And of course he agreed. I moved the animals up to my dad’s one night, drove the 5 hours and then drove back for my shift. I was working 5 to 6 twelve hour shifts trying to save money for my move to Oregon. But it was not going well. And finding a place for the dog was proving especially difficult. When my contracts ended I moved to my dad’s and took a contract near him. I visited the kids in Oregon and tried to settle in to life without HIM, and away from my kids. But HE wasn’t done with me. HE still called, still professed his love. And, as always, I wanted to believe him. He came to see me twice. And it was nice, but when he’d call he’d often somehow hurt my feelings. HE was distant, different. I started to pull back. I wasn’t interested in continuing the calls, I wanted closure. HE threw a new relationship in my face, and then acted like I was crazy for being hurt. HE manipulated and lied. The lies were crazy. They didn’t even make sense. He accused me of things that HE had done. I didn’t recognize HIM anymore. He was like a monster, someone I’d never known. Then HE turned again. Talked to me one night all night and told me he couldn’t live without me, asked me to please come back and live with HIM. I was scared. I knew it was a bad idea. I told HIM I’d consider it if we started therapy BEFORE hand and established some boundaries. He agreed. And then he dropped the hammer. The next morning HE told me he was moving on. HE wouldn’t talk to me on the phone, wouldn’t say goodbye or explain his sudden shift. HE told me a woman was coming to see him that HE had sworn he never had anything with. When I reached out to the man who had been dating the woman when they met, this man said their friendship had ended over HIM going after her so hard. That was three years into our 5 years together. HE had lied about all of it, at the time, and continued to lie. I spoke to his ex wife and she told me how HE abused her. How HE staid out all weekends and treated her cruelly. HE had lied about her, lied about their relationship. I started to realize everything HE had ever told me was a lie. And I started to realize why he would disappear. Why his instagram feed was full of models, why HE spent so much time at the casino. Why he lied all the time. I pored over videos about narcissists and narcissism. I looked back at texts and saw the exact scenarios described in narcissistic abuse. I found out how almost all narcissists cheat, how they lie and manipulate to get away with it, how they gaslight and project and shift blame. And I saw it. I saw HIM, for the first time. To this day it wrecks my brain. I NEVER saw it while I was with HIM. I was, and am, devastated. I did love HIM. All I wanted was for us to amicably say goodbye. Instead HE was cruel, heartless, and HE had control over my phone and my email and social media accounts. HE hacked my accounts so I couldn’t speak out. HE wanted to destroy me. Punish me. Because I loved him and I’d speak the truth. There is no stranger thing than believing you are in a love relationship (of any kind) with someone, only to find out they were faking it the entire time. Not just cheating, not just lying, but PRETENDING to love you. Pretending to care. It causes cognitive dissonance, which causes actual brain damage. It made me physically ill and still sometimes makes me nauseous and shaky. It takes a long time to heal from something like this. I know because I’ve read all the books on recovery. I’m determined to recover. I’m determined to learn self-love and strong boundaries so that something like this can never happen again. To me. It happens to people all the time. I’m not alone. Which breaks my heart. For anyone else out their healing, I hope you are keeping faith in your heart. I hope you know you are worthy of love and never deserved what happened to you. No one deserves to be deceived in this way. It is criminal. Stay strong. We are survivors. And it is only our unwavering commitment to love that makes us vulnerable. Don’t let that go. Let the abuse and the abuser go❤️		Kelly Elise Smith Windsor		84	https://www.facebook.com/kellyelisewindsor/	0										View Edit Delete
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2633356	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881944	1744621473		1987																														VIDEO						1.1005520524519E+14	Kelly Robertson - Southern Dreams Real Estate	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469817893_2651642611708424_4513586907991225990_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZCBRd90-h44Q7kNvgG-HKM6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A_XNCivexV3sLyYN4ubxhg-&oh=00_AYD2j6vRg9qsk2J-OZikzgu6sYhALepn8Z4B553svVK3xw&oe=675EB2BB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		If you are looking in the Northern Gwinnett, this one is offered at $440,000. Move in ready with many recent updates! ✅ 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath ✅ Second level laundry ✅ Unfinished basement ✅ 2021 roof & exterior paint ✅ New interior paint ✅ New SS appliances ✅ New light fixtures and hardware ✅ Updated baths ✅ Neighborhood pool and playground ✅ Lanier Schools ☎️ Call today for your private showing		Kelly Robertson - Southern Dreams Real Estate		48	https://www.facebook.com/100087498310477/	0										View Edit Delete
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2633364	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881945	1744621473		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/pbrownliveatl			5.937313243942E+14	ATL PROMO DIVA OF THE STREETZ		PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				ATL PROMO DIVA OF THE STREETZ		168	https://www.facebook.com/100052802498411/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633372	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 7:25 PM	1733881945	1745713557		1987																										Opens Instagram	Send message			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/kellybush_goldustwoman			1.0745744810187E+14	kellybush_goldustwoman	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/158624530_2489918611316745_2789517188566629230_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=UzmI78KBgIsQ7kNvgE5FmsN&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYDT8vsNA-8wINGYkOrY4NhT5hNCfZTkYcpiczhcO6A4Aw&oe=675ED41C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		I realized how much I adore giving makeup lessons with my last lesson. A bride going to Vegas, wanted to learn her own bridal look. We had so much fun . She was so proud and looked stunning. ***Bring all your makeup/tools, a few inspo pics and I’ll give you technique.		kellybush_goldustwoman		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/kellybush_goldustwoman	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633371	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881945	1744621473		1987																										www.tseg.com	Learn more			VIDEO			https://www.tseg.com/top-conferences/			328824666121	TSEG	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901813_3243395089135696_7206013857813717848_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=u7ocxJdMIWgQ7kNvgGO0rof&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AyQSfa1bLDVpQ8xuZKj6O4R&oh=00_AYDRJkgCk6YLk4Wic_nwCs2bI2ODmWjRsCPsIHcY1kcFDQ&oe=675EA45A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Recap of the HarrisMartin MDL Conference through the eyes of account executive, Sierra, and event marketing coordinator, Kelly! #TSEG #LegalMarketing #HarrisMartin2024		TSEG		722	https://www.facebook.com/tsegmarketing/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633381	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 2:18 PM	1733881946	1746213528		1987																										ariannabelle.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Luxury Designer Pillow Covers	photo: Shay Geyer	https://ariannabelle.com/			258295502362	Arianna Belle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469810401_1808811106589678_3064755990904475391_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qkyWpmd7K1IQ7kNvgFbNTTv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYBKbJ85jKUuzLDdJ-ozKBREj5FNTj7b-HFHxqz9sWBIWg&oe=675EA5A6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		photo: Shay Geyer		Arianna Belle		2899	https://www.facebook.com/AriannaBellePillows/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2633386	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881946	1744621473		1987																										ariannabelle.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Luxury Designer Pillow Covers	photo: Shay Geyer	https://ariannabelle.com/			258295502362	Arianna Belle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469810401_1808811106589678_3064755990904475391_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qkyWpmd7K1IQ7kNvgFbNTTv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYBKbJ85jKUuzLDdJ-ozKBREj5FNTj7b-HFHxqz9sWBIWg&oe=675EA5A6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		photo: Shay Geyer		Arianna Belle		2899	https://www.facebook.com/AriannaBellePillows/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633485	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 12:17 AM	1733881953	1745817458		1987																										quiz.noinsomnialab.com	Learn More			DCO	Take 5-minute Quiz	{{product.description}}	https://quiz.noinsomnialab.com/sleep-3/?utm_source=MetaAds&utm_medium={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{adset.name}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}			4.4410267879066E+14	Sleep coach Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470072443_1136504344526251_3259437945741260436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_0UqOMks4bgQ7kNvgHYlOoH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJJMOILNQ2aZeL7ILZf6aFI&oh=00_AYB8iXVI9F3xBLQtfXodD-C1IB6sUludb7Wcmkq4AYY9Fg&oe=675EAE63	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There are many myths associated with insomnia. Moreover, insomnia can have various causes, and all of them are individual. Discover your level of insomnia.		Sleep coach Kelly		22	https://www.facebook.com/61566753576548/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633405	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 4:46 AM	1733881948	1745833588		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633403	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 6:34 AM	1733881948	1745840059		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633402	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:36 PM	1733881948	1746210969		1987																											Learn more			IMAGE			https://kellypropane.com/			5.1101087563496E+14	Kelly Propane & Fuel LLC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469778297_1730562164457618_3070138810885962119_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_v26oFVj-igQ7kNvgEeXSNN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCN2L1HznhXToaTt3C4iw7m73MSbmmOat6fLM5t8Z3Clw&oe=675EA61F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		If you could simplify your holiday season easily for no extra cost, would you? Now you can when you sign up for automatic propane delivery with Kelly Propane and Fuel! kellypropane.com/contact/ #SimpleSolutions #AutomaticDelivery #Propane		Kelly Propane & Fuel LLC		535	https://www.facebook.com/kellypropaneandfuel/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633408	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 5:46 AM	1733881949	1745837220		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633410	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 6:02 AM	1733881949	1745838122		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633648	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 1:28 AM	1733881964	1749882516		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633414	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:47 PM	1733881949	1746211662		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633413	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/3/25, 1:27 PM	1733881949	1746296857		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633418	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 8:54 AM	1733881949	1746453242		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633420	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/7/25, 8:36 AM	1733881949	1746624992		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633658	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/7/25, 9:28 PM	1733881965	1746671288		1987																										fb.me	Learn more			IMAGE	See Rippling Spend and get a free DoorDash Gift Card!		http://fb.me/			1.3553561011874E+15	Rippling	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468608911_542839808658966_2913030081084541554_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9uNhkgYZpUcQ7kNvgFnyeu0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYDkStzj_VCn9V72BM1CNvvWVyzZlHknUDSjwWugwskfoQ&oe=675EC484	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spending hours merging datasets? Rippling Spend lets you control all your company spend – expenses, corporate cards, bills, & travel – all in one place. Learn more about Rippling Spend and get a free DoorDash Gift Card for your time.		Rippling		2895	https://www.facebook.com/ripplingapp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633417	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/9/25, 12:26 AM	1733881949	1746768377		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633425	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 1:21 AM	1733881949	1745821312		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633486	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881953	1744621473		1987																										quiz.noinsomnialab.com	Learn More			DCO	Take 5-minute Quiz	{{product.description}}	https://quiz.noinsomnialab.com/sleep-3/?utm_source=MetaAds&utm_medium={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{adset.name}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}			4.4410267879066E+14	Sleep coach Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470072443_1136504344526251_3259437945741260436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_0UqOMks4bgQ7kNvgHYlOoH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJJMOILNQ2aZeL7ILZf6aFI&oh=00_AYB8iXVI9F3xBLQtfXodD-C1IB6sUludb7Wcmkq4AYY9Fg&oe=675EAE63	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There are many myths associated with insomnia. Moreover, insomnia can have various causes, and all of them are individual. Discover your level of insomnia.		Sleep coach Kelly		22	https://www.facebook.com/61566753576548/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633430	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 4:39 PM	1733881949	1746049166		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633659	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/7/25, 9:53 AM	1733881965	1746629635		1987																										fb.me	Learn more			IMAGE	See Rippling Spend and get a free DoorDash Gift Card!		http://fb.me/			1.3553561011874E+15	Rippling	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468613275_557797613522489_1703148142165075105_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wipjzLVLRp0Q7kNvgGyW8Qs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYCLftJyVt0aFEoToMg-fygiqW21tdZB5zMYxCz2Od-mKw&oe=675ED0AA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spending hours merging datasets? Rippling Spend lets you control all your company spend – expenses, corporate cards, bills, & travel – all in one place. Learn more about Rippling Spend and get a free DoorDash Gift Card for your time.		Rippling		2895	https://www.facebook.com/ripplingapp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633427	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881949	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633428	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881949	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633660	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 3:09 PM	1733881965	1746216559		1987																										fb.me	Learn more			IMAGE	See Rippling Spend and get a free DoorDash Gift Card!		http://fb.me/			1.3553561011874E+15	Rippling	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468518628_608730008168621_7300981489821849096_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1lpjL2CGAjIQ7kNvgG0Taqu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYAu1W6hAGGfZdOc5V7L24tA2Yc-GbjGG34SU1bKMAjw0Q&oe=675EB544	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spending hours merging datasets? Rippling Spend lets you control all your company spend – expenses, corporate cards, bills, & travel – all in one place. Learn more about Rippling Spend and get a free DoorDash Gift Card for your time.		Rippling		2895	https://www.facebook.com/ripplingapp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633432	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881949	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Smart and Savvy Style	Get to know the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QqaNwbf8u13D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_SMART_SAVVY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793266_1278524119851359_8875845417674424443_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xclpOGv09g4Q7kNvgGR9XQX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYCUkkqqBZG6ZJDlVkXV33PbTAMEAF-IrVfoqLOjQFYmow&oe=675EBAE3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This tech-rich cabin is just as smart as it looks with the available wireless phone charger and 8-speaker sound system.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633437	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881950	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633439	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881950	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633440	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881950	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633661	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881965	1744621473		1987																										fuegodance.com	Shop Now			DCO	The Perfect Gift	{{product.description}}	https://fuegodance.com/			1.42145802129E+15	Fuego	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469461903_1731403580973342_7802930827468533637_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QKaI9cqm2oEQ7kNvgF5utXl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYAilddi9KjXXqQKC0t_5gdhrnPrl-FwPLP3uEL6A1xllQ&oe=675ECC66	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The gift they didn’t know they needed: stylish, comfortable dance shoes. 🎁 👟		Fuego		12591	https://www.facebook.com/fuegodance.inc/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633445	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/5/25, 7:17 AM	1733881950	1746447448		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633443	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/8/25, 12:07 PM	1733881950	1746724026		1987																											Send message			VIDEO						1.3856587283932E+14	Boutique 4 Quilters	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469943859_944975900294339_6636782231505105943_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dFhjDiuNP60Q7kNvgHzWj-t&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBQi7LAsmEieS_pLbblOTKfyVcJB8l6DZCkeV4_2K6Ojg&oe=675EC929	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's Friday Night Live		Boutique 4 Quilters		23886	https://www.facebook.com/Boutique4Quilters/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633442	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881950	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633449	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 2:51 AM	1733881950	1745826667		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633450	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 3:02 AM	1733881950	1745827320		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633448	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881950	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633451	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881950	1744621473		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC0ei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469710344_1521858388490324_8226623177919159013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gbe0w_xitMsQ7kNvgEudRWO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYA1rqhcJpq5dpga-ICXIqZOHgymlg48jFFDJahMYbG5_g&oe=675ECA97	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633487	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/24/25, 3:50 AM	1733881953	1745484607		1987																										quiz.noinsomnialab.com	Learn More			DCO	Take 5-minute Quiz	{{product.description}}	https://quiz.noinsomnialab.com/sleep-3/?utm_source=MetaAds&utm_medium={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{adset.name}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}			4.4410267879066E+14	Sleep coach Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470072443_1136504344526251_3259437945741260436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_0UqOMks4bgQ7kNvgHYlOoH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJJMOILNQ2aZeL7ILZf6aFI&oh=00_AYB8iXVI9F3xBLQtfXodD-C1IB6sUludb7Wcmkq4AYY9Fg&oe=675EAE63	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There are many myths associated with insomnia. Moreover, insomnia can have various causes, and all of them are individual. Discover your level of insomnia.		Sleep coach Kelly		22	https://www.facebook.com/61566753576548/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633453	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 6:37 AM	1733881950	1745840229		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633454	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:10 AM	1733881950	1748967032		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633456	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:25 AM	1733881950	1748967954		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633460	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 1:41 PM	1733881951	1746384110		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633458	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 6:49 PM	1733881951	1746402552		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=ccz4aZaL4Ewre7lszHKNIe-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9427&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469873691_1095272878960121_682583533156675809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3obEoSJYgm8Q7kNvgHfzqGq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYDIAn1uqXEIVslVpxT4w80f_0FzlNDtL3b1KKOHHAk7aw&oe=675ECA2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633488	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881953	1744621473		1987																										quiz.noinsomnialab.com	Learn More			DCO	Take 5-minute Quiz	{{product.description}}	https://quiz.noinsomnialab.com/sleep-3/?utm_source=MetaAds&utm_medium={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{adset.name}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}			4.4410267879066E+14	Sleep coach Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/470072443_1136504344526251_3259437945741260436_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_0UqOMks4bgQ7kNvgHYlOoH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJJMOILNQ2aZeL7ILZf6aFI&oh=00_AYB8iXVI9F3xBLQtfXodD-C1IB6sUludb7Wcmkq4AYY9Fg&oe=675EAE63	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There are many myths associated with insomnia. Moreover, insomnia can have various causes, and all of them are individual. Discover your level of insomnia.		Sleep coach Kelly		22	https://www.facebook.com/61566753576548/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633463	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 4:48 AM	1733881951	1745833724		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633464	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 9:41 PM	1733881951	1749091266		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC--BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781542_1687662495297474_8911574667867897237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4EorV3lqEZ0Q7kNvgFtHe4a&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYAUkRQlxG3gzFQl_y3ODPpSShctwPg5K03BSM0t-wq4OA&oe=675EA7E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633673	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 10:44 PM	1733881966	1749095050		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						1.0519201593151E+14	Kelly’s Flower Brook Farm	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469779241_605034582181527_280962682167869853_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2Y1s0CMKDAwQ7kNvgHfdnKG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYD0Jq2ZzFBWuOJknq56zMVN8NfErEu6WxmeqpzfHdeetA&oe=675EB458	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		There are still a limited number of stunning centerpieces available for the holiday. We offer a centerpiece with two candles which is available for $45, and our charming smaller round centerpiece is $35. I am also happy to create one without the candle. Each piece will look similar to the photos, though the flowers may vary slightly to capture the beauty of the season. If you’d like to order, please email me at flowerbrookfarm65@gmail.com. Orders are being accepted until Saturday, December 14th. Payment options: Venmo and PayPal are both available at the time of order. I’ll send you a confirmation email once your order is placed. Pick-Up Details: You can pick up your centerpiece on December 22nd or 23rd. I’m also happy to accommodate morning pick-ups on December 24th if needed. I truly love creating these pieces, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to help make your holidays even more beautiful. Thank you for letting me be part of your celebration!		Kelly’s Flower Brook Farm		554	https://www.facebook.com/100093300274314/	0										View Edit Delete
2633468	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:11 AM	1733881951	1748967099		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633476	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/7/25, 4:55 AM	1733881952	1749290118		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Christmas Dish & Cake Knife		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1117576883157072/			1.0814327760062E+14	Francis Piccirillo II		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Christmas Dish & Cake Knife - $10.00 Never used, Christmas themed plate and cake knife. No brand name, made in Japan. Facebook Marketplace		Francis Piccirillo II		0	https://www.facebook.com/Francis-Piccirillo-II-108143277600623/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2634025	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 11:16 AM	1733881989	1748967401		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			CAROUSEL	Chat with us		http://www.instagram.com/			3.2995406432277E+14	Melanesian Luxury Yachts	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469625772_1300276991106045_8309238274886746815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X0qjyaYLjQMQ7kNvgFuDsyI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYAUIXvS20WnV_qagBblBCJdLQ4NK1HuzLuOZkAwXJWhGg&oe=675ECC88	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Melanesian Luxury Yachts		154	https://www.facebook.com/MelanesianLuxuryYachts/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633477	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:19 AM	1733881952	1748967556		1987																										facebook.com	Like Page			IMAGE	Synergy Realty Group/KWMobile		https://www.facebook.com/535769213203487			5.3576921320349E+14	Synergy Realty Group/KWMobile	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469865026_1583301409737949_8860984027221227778_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UpJgvLNfR28Q7kNvgGc8Rpx&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AUTINAmuv0Pj8ylxMfQs81g&oh=00_AYD57vv-uXlEVRYWacdJCHR6UfJaHbEXfUh1Y9Fu1xIQ5A&oe=675ED913	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This charming WHITE SOUTHERN CREOLE-styled home, with a BRAND NEW ROOF, is located in the highly sought-after LEESBURG SUBDIVISION and is just off Cottage Hill and Knollwood, with convenient access to the interstate. Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this one has been completely renovated from the inside out, and this beauty welcomes you with a covered front porch that spans the front of the home. Step inside a spacious foyer leading to an elegant & spacious formal dining room. Just down the hall, discover a large living room/family room featuring double French doors that open to a brand-spanking new balcony deck overlooking the backyard. This stunning kitchen will impress with a handy breakfast bar, a sunny breakfast room, all-new stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a charming built-in china cabinet with a delightful view. With four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a half bath, this floor plan is one of the most popular and offers plenty of space for family and guests. The primary suite is located downstairs, near the living areas, and has been completely updated with a custom-designed California closet and a luxurious primary en-suite bathroom that includes double vanities. Upstairs, you'll find three more spacious bedrooms and a full guest bathroom. On the garage level, you’ll find additional space for a home office, plus a large laundry room with a sink next to the double garage. The property features a side-facing garage and boasts all-new amenities, creating a modern living experience within a classic home. The home has been entirely renovated by the sellers, including a newly sodded front yard. Move-in ready, this home is waiting for you to make it your own! Updates include a new roof (2023), 2 AC units, one new, main floor (2024), and a new termite bond with Kelly.		Synergy Realty Group/KWMobile		2985	https://www.facebook.com/synergyrealtygroupatkellerwilliamsmobile/	0		LIKE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633482	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/12/25, 8:09 AM	1733881952	1747055342		1987																										www.domaillerealestate.com	Learn more			VIDEO			https://www.domaillerealestate.com/resources/montgomery-meadows-byron-mn			163539858326	Domaille Real Estate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/467423131_2236836706674951_2862683262442105921_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6cnXOZH0yQgQ7kNvgGC3SaX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AdFFO2JrHQnpLOyPQrIaBB7&oh=00_AYCxeeXfSDJ4HwNXzf3SWbIyQgq72QWgiI1TyRAu6dkT0g&oe=675EB26E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Have you been thinking about building your new home 🏠 but can't find just the right place for your kids to go to school 🚌 or a place that's minutes from everything in Rochester with space (acreage) and beautiful views? We understand how hard that search can be, and that's why we want to introduce you to Montgomery Meadows. Just minutes from downtown Rochester (Mayo Clinic 👩‍⚕️, restaurants, shopping, biking/hiking/walking trails, etc.), in the Byron School District 🏫 (the highest rated school district in the area) with gorgeous views of rolling meadows and at least a half acre. Watch the video below 👇 👇, then connect with us with your questions and how to secure your dream lot today. Let us help you build your home, make it fun and you'll have a partner for life! #lovewhereyoulive #AskDomailleRealEstate #byronmnrealtor #byronmnrealestate #montgomerymeadows #luxuryrealestate #rochestermnrealestate #RochesterMNRealtor		Domaille Real Estate		1084	https://www.facebook.com/DomailleRealEstateRochesterMN/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633480	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:08 AM	1733881952	1748966897		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2007 Grúas arrastre		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/548560638040116/			1.0166418558095E+14	Kelly Cortez Ramirez		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2007 Grúas arrastre - MX$500.00 Grúas económicas de Tijuana #gruaszonacentro #gruasbulevar2000 #GruasTijuana #Gruas2000 #plataforma #arrastre #Guas #gruasdeplataforma #grua #gruas Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Cortez Ramirez		1	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Cortez-Ramirez-101664185580952/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633484	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:11 AM	1733881953	1748967075		1987																										musely.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Fade Stubborn Dark Spots	Formulated by Dermatologists	https://www.musely.com/spotcream			2.6110401068268E+14	Musely	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469854166_939083251481965_3786251196451347773_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7A66b57JBBUQ7kNvgEjRuhh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AJJMOILNQ2aZeL7ILZf6aFI&oh=00_AYBgsIMNA9HXdso09yTiitg_4KR9kbg8pIQpZ-oKg63oeg&oe=675EC98A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Real patients, real results! ✨ The Spot Cream is formulated by dermatologists to fade dark spots, sun damage, age spots, and melasma. See incredible results in 8 weeks or your money back! Get started with prescription treatments at Musely.com – 100% online!		Musely		803255	https://www.facebook.com/muselyofficial/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633479	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:22 AM	1733881952	1748967763		1987																											Call now			VIDEO						1.1398425463275E+14	Tim Fields	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469812985_2022393431532551_4694433347899479784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KE9k_zVdpQ0Q7kNvgGYOkT4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AvFpEiOsKjx-v8z-LuwYo9Q&oh=00_AYBCLQ7tnan8WjlHewEq6LXN727NbXsIuhnLJh5MwbFh3Q&oe=675EB750	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Butler, MO... Get you roof fixed now!		Tim Fields		7606	https://www.facebook.com/tim.fields.33/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633505	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:08 AM	1733881954	1748966896		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGmezm9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxFqFUOVWKvUK9ZImEE2WOV&oh=00_AYAJWPH4FPYylD5LIwf7XZHNjjPro0Pr33eLD1HHLtq7XA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633498	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:19 AM	1733881954	1748967570		1987																														IMAGE						1.1847671802434E+14	EQNX Jazztet	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469790805_4001720476773256_7992546341873585705_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=k0ijDYFTviQQ7kNvgE_Ef7n&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AGob4OzLwXEuSDZG7uY_qOo&oh=00_AYBKHWVXSGQrryGfUoisiwcDhKKsqJaVcbCFAk66rt5TIA&oe=675ECEA7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Hey all!! It's the full band back for this coming Sunday 12/15 at Flatiron Albuquerque for our weekly Sunday Jazz Jam. Michael Metz - Trumpet/Flugelhorn Dan Kelly - Sax Vic Romanelli - Guitar Jamie Harrison - Piano Jack J. Hanan - Bass (subbing for Ian Davis) Steve Arbuckle - Drums Are you looking for someplace to hang out on a Sunday evening? Well, If you haven't had a chance to check out our weekly jazz jam now is the time to do it. Sunday's at Flatiron Albuquerque has become a great place to get together with friends and listen to some great music made by some great musicians! Located on the northside of town, Flatiron is a full service restaurant and Bar that has a wide range of selections and excellent service too. Flatiron Albuquerque 6001 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Every Sunday the EQNX Jazztet hosts the Sunday Jazz Jam where we are the host band for the first set and then we let musicians come up and "sit-in". Please remember - This is NOT an "Open Mic" but a "Jazz Jam". If you are going to sit-in make sure you have have a few songs in mind and what keys you want to sing or play them in. When in doubt - bring a lead sheet!! Piano Players - Jamie Harrison will be there this week. So come and sit in!! #eqnxjazztet #eqnxjazz #flatironalbuquerque #abqjazz #albuquerquejazz #albuquerque		EQNX Jazztet		216	https://www.facebook.com/EQNXJazztet/	0										View Edit Delete
2633497	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 11:25 AM	1733881954	1748967957		1987																										Amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Fiery Forbidden Romance in Kindle Unlimited 🔥		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGOOWJI?maas=maas_adg_94CC2A52983D8CA03A36C0C18558C47A_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			1.0807030854263E+14	Hazel Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469880521_564570989525515_4208516560812792910_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8UWVMHMAlnIQ7kNvgE9RpJG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ASPFH1EOfb9J97BIkoL9BWD&oh=00_AYDORkcdh6qwGKF6Upf1QOxPAiJI9i9_ym1DmOMB84Ianw&oe=675EB6F3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I moved across the country to get away from her freckles, and now she’s on my doorstep asking for a place to crash. I can’t say no, but I can’t let her get comfortable either. Because my step-sister is off-limits. My mind knows it even when my body fights it. And our friends and family know it, too. Besides, she’s still unpredictable. Extraordinary. Innocent in all the ways I’m not. Maybe that’s why I can never tell whether I’m studying her or hunting her… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Taboo, sexy, and sweet at its core! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I clung to every word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good punch of lust, a heavy dose of love, and lots and lots of feels! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These characters had me smiling all day long! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning. Read Roommates today for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 🔥		Hazel Kelly		48	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHazelKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633734	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 10:35 AM	1733881969	1749137702		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633500	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 3:43 AM	1733881954	1749112988		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/brilinnco			1.1485078036036E+14	brilinnco	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/462793747_1059760702221373_4684466690387233363_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=m_iFSTEHFdoQ7kNvgEyZx8Z&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCBWnHHuZ5uFULP3RzS9uEMRqxxqqPcMb7NcRX-AfHdLA&oe=675EAD40	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		A day in Miami with Kelly & Gonzalo 🥂🤍		brilinnco		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/brilinnco	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633508	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 5:17 AM	1733881955	1749550658		1987																										kikoff.com	Learn more			VIDEO	No Credit Pull. No Hidden Fees. No Interest.	Kikoff is the #1 credit builder that reports to all three major credit bureaus.	http://kikoff.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign={{adset.name}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}&utm_adid={{ad.id}}			1.0284608105651E+14	Kikoff	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857406_1133568228130577_7033097646572636313_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gqBW3T0_s-QQ7kNvgE1v459&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDD3E1B_LmUqtARVH3aAv4KEJsOGLwSs6w3S_AHpe8Qrw&oe=675EDB6B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Credit loves a good glow-up. Ready for yours?		Kikoff		21356	https://www.facebook.com/GetKikoff/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633509	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 9:48 AM	1733881955	1749739730		1987																										femmetrekltd.com	Learn more			IMAGE			http://www.femmetrekltd.com/			1.0893226827833E+14	Femme Trek	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469880251_1642355316377398_213667627104348946_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DwWMeEISBqIQ7kNvgF7VVtX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYBrgYxU0HJpUsS4_6annlUrjr0QICZsHKsCXgpmLWyYdw&oe=675EC082	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Femme Trek made the Denver Gazette! I'm so grateful to reporter Kelly Hayes for this article highlighting the Femme Trek mission and for helping spread the word to a broader audience. Femme Trek is a small business, so any and all support is greatly appreciated. Please like, comment, and share with the other ladies in your life. 🙏🥾🏔🤗🌞 It all makes a big difference! Here's a link to the full article: https://www.google.com/amp/s/denvergazette.com/outdoors/femme-trek-helping-women-feel-more-confident-exploring-the-wilderness-in-colorado/article_dc04b93f-1958-5a64-9a9f-a0aa5d868e0f.amp.html 📸: John Berry - - - - #colorado #denver #gazette #denvergazette #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #femaleentrepreneur #womanownedbusiness #womanowned #smallbusiness #womenempowerment #womenwhohike #international #destination #tour #touroperator #wilderness #survival #survivalskills #dontdie #mountains #chasmlaketrail #chasmlakehike		Femme Trek		216	https://www.facebook.com/100075181897682/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633523	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 1:59 PM	1733881957	1749754755		1987																										found.ee	Listen now			VIDEO			https://found.ee/RK_sandinmyboots?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=trafficad&utm_campaign=fansfollowers&utm_content=sandinmyboots			2.9416359060332E+14	Ruston Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795505_485125687368044_7850532990640097278_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FS2JTpFjxTAQ7kNvgG-E4qe&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYBODBrltScISAoAnOQsoLTzqm9jCgyM-f2AdtplQigiKQ&oe=675EBF69	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I didn't write this song but think that its very sick and I like that the verse starts on the 3 chord "Sand In My Boots" out now		Ruston Kelly		12500	https://www.facebook.com/rustonkelly/	0		LISTEN_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633507	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 9:18 PM	1733881954	1749867501		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Copper & Crystal Tree		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/935207801374823/			1.0836001399573E+14	Kelly Underwood		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		Copper & Crystal Tree - $189.00 I handmade this beautiful piece. Give your or someone special's house a little piece of Mother Earth while celebrating your holiday!! This piece is copper wire with many beautiful red, green, and gold beads. Alongside Malachite, Mookite, amd Tigers Eye Tumbles with and Orange Calcite Cat. An added gnome for cute factor!! All upon a stunning Sedimentary Rock that has copper and mica running though it. This tree is not only beautiful it has Energy!! It stands 10"high and is 9" wide!! Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Underwood		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Underwood-108360013995727/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633510	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 2:33 AM	1733881955	1749886429		1987																										Amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Fiery Forbidden Romance in Kindle Unlimited 🔥		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGOOWJI?maas=maas_adg_A0D77D253630935C357E2934D5F71413_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			1.0807030854263E+14	Hazel Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781864_597975896251391_2764400930157849054_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=i6FupPFqSyMQ7kNvgGG_fJf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYAiWBnfD-PuYpCf0dOaiuPKQ7KxpVpezYHE2zF7EUoSvA&oe=675ECFAC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I moved across the country to get away from her freckles, and now she’s on my doorstep asking for a place to crash. I can’t say no, but I can’t let her get comfortable either. Because my step-sister is off-limits. My mind knows it even when my body fights it. And our friends and family know it, too. Besides, she’s still unpredictable. Extraordinary. Innocent in all the ways I’m not. Maybe that’s why I can never tell whether I’m studying her or hunting her… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Taboo, sexy, and sweet at its core! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I clung to every word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good punch of lust, a heavy dose of love, and lots and lots of feels! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These characters had me smiling all day long! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning. Read Roommates today for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 🔥		Hazel Kelly		48	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHazelKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633515	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 1:21 AM	1733881955	1745734901		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						1.1220189459458E+14	Cindy Kehagiaras Stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469815011_1128728245569331_1762676840576533556_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MHU26Nejfs8Q7kNvgF6SNkG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYC0iE2N6qnE1ZcUdxONEpm4Qw8LC-rczXROijl8eydzRg&oe=675EBC0C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I know there’s some dark stalker romance out there, and some of it is pretty good. But are ANY of the stalkers a Brilliant FEMALE hacker? Meet Kelly aka Katia aka Katina aka “CHEEKS” in “THE HUBBLE” TENNENT SURF BOOK THREE “The Hubble” 💕Second Chance 👩‍❤️‍👨 Age Gap (10 years) 🐈‍⬛Black Cat/🤓STEM/Gamer FMC 🙆‍♂️HIMBO/Golden Retriever/Over 40 MMC 💋Sexy Spy Games 💻 Cyber Theft 🏄🏻‍♂️Surfers 🏝️ Beach Read #romancebooks #romancebookstagram #suspenseromance #agegapromance #secondchanceromance #spyromance		Cindy Kehagiaras Stories		421	https://www.facebook.com/cmkehstories/	0										View Edit Delete
2633513	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 1:04 AM	1733881955	1749794664		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2004 Grúas grúas		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1290818495300202/			1.0166418558095E+14	Kelly Cortez Ramirez		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2004 Grúas grúas - MX$600.00 Grúas económicas de Tijuana #gruaszonacentro #gruasbulevar2000 #GruasTijuana #Gruas2000 #plataforma #arrastre #Guas #gruasdeplataforma #grua #gruas #serviciopesado Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Cortez Ramirez		1	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Cortez-Ramirez-101664185580952/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633520	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 3:11 AM	1733881956	1749802310		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Vintage 1960 MCM Console Table-Willett		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/590705083346914/			1.0357275848174E+14	Kelly Grace-Marsh		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		Vintage 1960 MCM Console Table-Willett - $350.00 1960’s Willett refurbished solid cherry console table. 3 dovetail drawers with original hardware. Sanded and clear poly applied to show the beautiful cherry wood. Same table on vintage sites for $900. Would be great for an entryway, under a wall mounted tv or behind a sofa. Dimensions: 56” L x 19” W x 28” T Asking $350 CASH OR VENMO Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Grace-Marsh		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Grace-Marsh-103572758481741/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633522	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 9:42 PM	1733881956	1749091340		1987																											Call now			IMAGE	Montessori Episcopal School	Christian Montessori education for children 9 months to 6 years old.				2.0288275306236E+14	Montessori Episcopal School	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813184_2609617752566471_8176143200219657217_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nSSIh6eK8ccQ7kNvgFCmv-B&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYD_lyzeG_jE93HkDutIIx0nJepQ8P57IErHqiZLETkusA&oe=675EAA86	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Still celebrating this honor! We received our official certificate today!		Montessori Episcopal School		564	https://www.facebook.com/montessoriepiscopal/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633526	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 12:07 AM	1733881957	1749618457		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=IKP15T2HGL3K169_DfI4ZsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9424&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469814664_1263984498267917_9185630380060367255_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aFgxyghqKFAQ7kNvgFS05Nw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDq5G9K7aio81EfMgfOymp2nikbaON9-7tngAF5TNF9zw&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633527	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 2:55 AM	1733881957	1749801335		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=IKP15T2HGL3K169_DfI4ZsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9424&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469814664_1263984498267917_9185630380060367255_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aFgxyghqKFAQ7kNvgFS05Nw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDq5G9K7aio81EfMgfOymp2nikbaON9-7tngAF5TNF9zw&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633735	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 7:37 PM	1733881969	1749861459		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633525	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 8:51 PM	1733881957	1749865890		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=IKP15T2HGL3K169_DfI4ZsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9424&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469814664_1263984498267917_9185630380060367255_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aFgxyghqKFAQ7kNvgFS05Nw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDq5G9K7aio81EfMgfOymp2nikbaON9-7tngAF5TNF9zw&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633532	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 8:29 PM	1733881957	1749778145		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633736	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 8:36 AM	1733881969	1746106561		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633530	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 1:37 AM	1733881957	1749796665		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=IKP15T2HGL3K169_DfI4ZsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9424&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469814664_1263984498267917_9185630380060367255_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aFgxyghqKFAQ7kNvgFS05Nw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDq5G9K7aio81EfMgfOymp2nikbaON9-7tngAF5TNF9zw&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633536	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 7:48 AM	1733881958	1746362924		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633737	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 4:32 PM	1733881969	1746221542		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633537	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/7/25, 6:50 PM	1733881958	1746661819		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633535	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 11:50 AM	1733881958	1749747048		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633538	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881958	1744621474		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469795526_564882359725986_8891444626372943578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IQ3ybIqFkVUQ7kNvgHup2-8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCAHP8lK-fro3mW18v4DjtWiUzVi-bbEyJmuQcK535jIA&oe=675EB360	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633543	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 2:19 AM	1733881958	1749107998		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889055_925494726330984_7041274904964550884_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Tv0PNGlvI8Q7kNvgF23Rep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB1Ex_fUc8F2Wl-njK8823J5V_3nFQMpfgdc5Kjfs9WAg&oe=675EABC8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633739	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 9:56 AM	1733881969	1749653770		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2006 Grúas grúas		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/492654929814500/			1.0166418558095E+14	Kelly Cortez Ramirez		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2006 Grúas grúas - MX$600.00 Grúas económicas de Tijuana #gruaszonacentro #gruasbulevar2000 #GruasTijuana #Gruas2000 #plataforma #arrastre #Guas #gruasdeplataforma #grua #gruas #serviciopesado Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Cortez Ramirez		1	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Cortez-Ramirez-101664185580952/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633546	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:01 AM	1733881958	1749812504		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889055_925494726330984_7041274904964550884_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Tv0PNGlvI8Q7kNvgF23Rep&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB1Ex_fUc8F2Wl-njK8823J5V_3nFQMpfgdc5Kjfs9WAg&oe=675EABC8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633552	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 2:10 AM	1733881958	1745824218		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672840_1668361717098879_1487715057775333699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hRa7FlNG72AQ7kNvgFJ-VvT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB8TWUsB-GwoLe_Bh0HOtnlFmqBpqrulg1mT4v4_MWqDA&oe=675EBC2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633551	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 1:17 PM	1733881958	1745864254		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672840_1668361717098879_1487715057775333699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hRa7FlNG72AQ7kNvgFJ-VvT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB8TWUsB-GwoLe_Bh0HOtnlFmqBpqrulg1mT4v4_MWqDA&oe=675EBC2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633740	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 4:28 PM	1733881970	1745875724		1987																										open.spotify.com	Listen now			VIDEO			https://open.spotify.com/track/4lrP87P7d2es3BDwVhliIl?si=d1eccfcc0cb54b00			3.0688931950225E+14	Brendan Kelly Band	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469518463_3975878099324220_229655920277685210_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SWbHck2aQOAQ7kNvgEUX6QD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYAM264fVwNoKjy5spwQ0GywSexVK40-Iyo1gUXO-jTKvg&oe=675EBAA4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Add this song to your playlist 👉		Brendan Kelly Band		9778	https://www.facebook.com/BrendanKellyBand/	0		LISTEN_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633553	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 7:53 PM	1733881958	1749776009		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672840_1668361717098879_1487715057775333699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hRa7FlNG72AQ7kNvgFJ-VvT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB8TWUsB-GwoLe_Bh0HOtnlFmqBpqrulg1mT4v4_MWqDA&oe=675EBC2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633555	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 12:53 AM	1733881958	1749102818		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672840_1668361717098879_1487715057775333699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hRa7FlNG72AQ7kNvgFJ-VvT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB8TWUsB-GwoLe_Bh0HOtnlFmqBpqrulg1mT4v4_MWqDA&oe=675EBC2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633557	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 5:36 AM	1733881959	1749638219		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUcfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469475445_913877340849575_1851613801733935817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1L0DYI_bHDMQ7kNvgH56Gd9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDwl1zifpOsE8Y3-bRcPGEVQxRE5eUltrvhWtSEaF7K4Q&oe=675EC86D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633562	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:45 AM	1733881959	1749725142		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUcfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469475445_913877340849575_1851613801733935817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1L0DYI_bHDMQ7kNvgH56Gd9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDwl1zifpOsE8Y3-bRcPGEVQxRE5eUltrvhWtSEaF7K4Q&oe=675EC86D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633560	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 9:42 PM	1733881959	1749782562		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUcfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469475445_913877340849575_1851613801733935817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1L0DYI_bHDMQ7kNvgH56Gd9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDwl1zifpOsE8Y3-bRcPGEVQxRE5eUltrvhWtSEaF7K4Q&oe=675EC86D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633566	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 6:36 AM	1733881959	1749728182		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUni53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642353_2259990911052899_4695191914448840448_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFgucSSNlwQQ7kNvgEvzaWz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCyY3YprF-AP4_tHJK_bT5E3zRMeAOWn27Ajpk81Z6F6A&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633827	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 11:56 PM	1733881975	1749876968		1987																										www.gbcgroton.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Spiritual Maturity 5—Sunday, December 8, 2024		http://www.gbcgroton.com/			1.1384083531469E+14	Grace Baptist Church - Groton, CT	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469578742_913248660983810_2084461665234402203_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DFi7yRECAhkQ7kNvgHCuuiz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDN5WJxad503iYuiuvyh2fpciOtoyc7JToG-ev_C2otDA&oe=675ECC1B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Grace Baptist Church - Groton, CT		581	https://www.facebook.com/gbcgroton/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633573	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 3:08 AM	1733881959	1749802096		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUuXjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528117_8836029499825638_7742395324058535576_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=099SEL10_voQ7kNvgHP0RZs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCYEBmgX2isnj9LALc1jb2lMX5uRrsz6_LupY94fMqsdA&oe=675ED6C2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633794	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 10:25 AM	1733881973	1749828333		1987																											Call now			VIDEO	Absolute Stone Kitchen					3.3432326663917E+14	Absolute Stone Corporation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469887990_2486628395010464_6704262291210864751_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wK0EfWCb5c4Q7kNvgGDsf0Y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYANcfdrrPBLbihhsd7y2cs4fLRCzYGSbIXUKIqZbaLqew&oe=675ED75F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The perfect kitchen starts with the perfect stone. ✨ Contact us at info@Absolute-Stone.com or 984-217-4414 to request an appointment to visit our showroom. Home by Thorne Cope Interior Design.		Absolute Stone Corporation		1360	https://www.facebook.com/absolutestonecorp/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633572	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 11:12 PM	1733881959	1749874356		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUuXjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528117_8836029499825638_7742395324058535576_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=099SEL10_voQ7kNvgHP0RZs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCYEBmgX2isnj9LALc1jb2lMX5uRrsz6_LupY94fMqsdA&oe=675ED6C2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633575	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 7:27 PM	1733881959	1749774433		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUuXjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469528117_8836029499825638_7742395324058535576_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=099SEL10_voQ7kNvgHP0RZs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCYEBmgX2isnj9LALc1jb2lMX5uRrsz6_LupY94fMqsdA&oe=675ED6C2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633611	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 11:17 PM	1733881961	1749097031		1987																														VIDEO	The Future of the Comprehensive Care Model					1.0036998587567E+14	Global Hemophilia Report	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469559902_1840397793387392_2109123049109142134_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Vufr7Df82mQQ7kNvgGU_jvA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDla_hEpvvQgHu6CSUB-HfwCq6gP5XKZe1whdbXzQcEew&oe=675EB750	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		While there have always been challenges to the global delivery of specialized care to persons with hemophilia, we are continuing to evolve, driven by data and the impact of therapeutic innovation. On the latest episode of the Global Hemophilia Report, we speak with a panel of global experts for a discussion on our understanding of comprehensive hemophilia care from a global perspective and what is driving evolution in the comprehensive care model. Contributors: Amy Dunn, M.D. Sanjay Ahuja, M.D. Cedric Hermans, M.D., Ph.D., FRCP Jan Blatný, M.D., Ph.D Suely Rezende, M.D., Ph.D Senior Advisor: Donna DiMichele, MD Hosted & Written by: Patrick James Lynch Listen, Rate, Review, and Subscribe to Global Hemophilia Report where you get your podcasts https://bit.ly/ghr_podlink Supported through advertising by Sanofi US Search for #GlobalHemophiliaReport wherever you get your #podcasts. Visit bloodstreammedia.com/GlobalHemophiliaReport to learn more. #hemophilia #haemophilia #bleedingdisorders #clinicalresearch #hematology #GHRpod #bloodstreammedia		Global Hemophilia Report		401	https://www.facebook.com/GlobalHemophiliaReport/	0										View Edit Delete
2633582	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 9:35 PM	1733881960	1749782156		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUXi53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568841_962156435764486_620044360885646165_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3syBx8qra1sQ7kNvgHRjwG7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDE3VsuozBvAZNrku0qRVEP13Js8X1YPKpYO7YMhpaQvw&oe=675EA759	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633580	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:34 PM	1733881960	1749857687		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUXi53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568841_962156435764486_620044360885646165_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3syBx8qra1sQ7kNvgHRjwG7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDE3VsuozBvAZNrku0qRVEP13Js8X1YPKpYO7YMhpaQvw&oe=675EA759	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633581	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 12:38 AM	1733881960	1749879539		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUXi53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568841_962156435764486_620044360885646165_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3syBx8qra1sQ7kNvgHRjwG7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDE3VsuozBvAZNrku0qRVEP13Js8X1YPKpYO7YMhpaQvw&oe=675EA759	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633639	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881963	1744621474		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/clav_wreckingball			4.2309158847975E+14	Chris Lavasseur		PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Chris Lavasseur		0	https://www.facebook.com/100068516506898/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633640	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 8:32 PM	1733881964	1749605567		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633586	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 3:23 PM	1733881960	1749759806		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUXi53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568841_962156435764486_620044360885646165_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3syBx8qra1sQ7kNvgHRjwG7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDE3VsuozBvAZNrku0qRVEP13Js8X1YPKpYO7YMhpaQvw&oe=675EA759	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633587	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 3:32 AM	1733881960	1749889942		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=bhbVRWvm4XfhtSS6AdNWUXi53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9423&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568841_962156435764486_620044360885646165_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3syBx8qra1sQ7kNvgHRjwG7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDE3VsuozBvAZNrku0qRVEP13Js8X1YPKpYO7YMhpaQvw&oe=675EA759	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633593	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 1:13 PM	1733881960	1749665639		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633641	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 11:49 AM	1733881964	1749746943		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633597	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 5:32 PM	1733881960	1749681149		1987																														IMAGE						1.0161701277038E+14	Deidre Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469908444_445518458402043_8488696578172878269_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=shXwuQLGDsAQ7kNvgFdMACw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ADRg9B3g8sYE293iaECH2vr&oh=00_AYA1HWYg9Qeoq2JqIPMmJuqkzwP_2njecpmD11B9-_FURQ&oe=675EC7DF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		That dude from Subservience is the papi. That baby finna be half robot half human 😭😭		Deidre Smith		11726	https://www.facebook.com/DeidreGreene31/	0										View Edit Delete
2633603	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 12:50 PM	1733881961	1749577815		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633604	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 4:16 AM	1733881961	1749806201		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633643	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 12:33 PM	1733881964	1749576824		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633608	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:50 AM	1733881961	1749815422		1987																										theoliverthomas.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Sporty Gifts in Kelly Green	Over 50,000+ units sold!	https://theoliverthomas.com/collections/santas-sport-shop			1.598855412299E+14	Oliver Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860461_942914707737284_9059118448326486527_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eHVFRMbs7YMQ7kNvgHc47eN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDny1Vfbr_bRHHRE_Ldk8Pj37rgo5E1gOzPPfMOGOgWDA&oe=675EB35D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		GIFT a Holiday HIT: "Best Tennis Backpack" by VOGUE! 🎾 🎁 Shop the best-selling 24+7 Tennis Backpack in KELLY GREEN! 💚 Over 50,000+ units sold! Sign up for emails & texts to receive 10% off your first order! *available on full-price products only.		Oliver Thomas		10405	https://www.facebook.com/theoliverthomas/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633613	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 7:55 PM	1733881961	1746233746		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633644	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 3:57 AM	1733881964	1749632220		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633646	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 11:53 PM	1733881964	1749531237		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633620	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 12:45 PM	1733881962	1746121501		1987																										fb.me	Apply Now			DCO	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!		http://fb.me/			1.0331809942412E+14	The Infrared Room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469707333_2934117233431192_96757468772100386_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wtxD9-97CZMQ7kNvgG-9Ory&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYDSUTa1iFDOO17E7jw1A-rWVgMxtzLy4NcOcHajhZZ6Dw&oe=675ED620	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!		The Infrared Room		122	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	0		APPLY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633645	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881964	1744621474		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633647	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 4:06 AM	1733881964	1749546370		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633625	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 3:18 PM	1733881962	1749586728		1987																										realtor.com				CAROUSEL	44079 W Stonecreek Rd	Maricopa, AZ | $489,900	https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/44079-W-Stonecreek-Rd_Maricopa_AZ_85139_M14991-20261?cid=local_expert_city_rdc&lex_assetId=02i5f00000GqkmfAAB&lex_advertiserId=1493197&lex_id=eab3afec-2665-4780-99a5-75c9c46883ca			5.4330459902868E+14	Ted & Kelly Anderson HomeSmart Success	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889604_555826677409625_6689449894114457155_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6EqqE3Pajp8Q7kNvgEQU8cm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCw8ySQvOl5GOMDSDowHUhsxjxfSJC-GNxFSg3EiTdl2w&oe=675EC1B5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Maricopa, AZ | $489,900		Ted & Kelly Anderson HomeSmart Success		407	https://www.facebook.com/homesmart.success/	0										View Edit Delete
2633623	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:21 AM	1733881962	1749813677		1987																										realtor.com				CAROUSEL	44079 W Stonecreek Rd	Maricopa, AZ | $489,900	https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/44079-W-Stonecreek-Rd_Maricopa_AZ_85139_M14991-20261?cid=local_expert_city_rdc&lex_assetId=02i5f00000GqkmfAAB&lex_advertiserId=1493197&lex_id=eab3afec-2665-4780-99a5-75c9c46883ca			5.4330459902868E+14	Ted & Kelly Anderson HomeSmart Success	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469889604_555826677409625_6689449894114457155_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6EqqE3Pajp8Q7kNvgEQU8cm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCw8ySQvOl5GOMDSDowHUhsxjxfSJC-GNxFSg3EiTdl2w&oe=675EC1B5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Maricopa, AZ | $489,900		Ted & Kelly Anderson HomeSmart Success		407	https://www.facebook.com/homesmart.success/	0										View Edit Delete
2633630	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 6:58 AM	1733881963	1745755083		1987																										WhatsApp	Send WhatsApp message			IMAGE	Nice Nail Spa		https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=19457132038			3.0034628649561E+14	Nice Nail Spa	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469879619_1147349250056630_1159848350629698288_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zmkg5lS3yLsQ7kNvgGiyn6b&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAnguc-8WzTPdob9OmVduYIaQ3qW5qzL1c-wdXdzMe6gQ&oe=675EB9E2	REGULAR_PAGE	1					0				Nice Nail Spa		0	https://www.facebook.com/Nice-Nail-Spa-300346286495610/	0		WHATSAPP_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633632	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 9:26 AM	1733881963	1745850369		1987																										The Pourmen @ Cisco Kitchen & Bar	INTERESTED			EVENT	The Pourmen @ Cisco Kitchen & Bar	The Pourmen and Cisco Kitchen & Bar are teaming up for a Celtic Christmas Party and Not So Silent Night!	https://www.facebook.com/events/1294914638611006/			6.0503046285709E+14	The Pourmen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781727_3814674552081290_3514310340337999203_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=a2WWG8VpHBcQ7kNvgF8ZOI6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAvElQ0UeixSvae3bDTofih-_xacILlO867JjSSFws_-A&oe=675ED21E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Pourmen and Cisco Kitchen & Bar are teaming up for a Celtic Christmas Party and Not So Silent Night on Saturday, December 14th!		The Pourmen		3085	https://www.facebook.com/ThePourmen/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633635	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 8:55 AM	1733881963	1746107705		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/clav_wreckingball			4.2309158847975E+14	Chris Lavasseur		PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Chris Lavasseur		0	https://www.facebook.com/100068516506898/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633637	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 9:26 AM	1733881963	1746109596		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/clav_wreckingball			4.2309158847975E+14	Chris Lavasseur		PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Chris Lavasseur		0	https://www.facebook.com/100068516506898/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633638	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 2:49 PM	1733881963	1746215382		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/clav_wreckingball			4.2309158847975E+14	Chris Lavasseur		PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Chris Lavasseur		0	https://www.facebook.com/100068516506898/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633636	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881963	1744621474		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/clav_wreckingball			4.2309158847975E+14	Chris Lavasseur		PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Chris Lavasseur		0	https://www.facebook.com/100068516506898/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633654	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 12:07 PM	1733881965	1749575264		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			https://www.instagram.com/_u/hhjewels			104735727922	H&H Jewels	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469685449_1055488599712052_6929888072178118304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uMoEk07blKgQ7kNvgGBPvaV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCS4vGAUo4O2RqbuBPsDBjU60y-wWUjDWCq9ByB3lp2hw&oe=675ED17C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				H&H Jewels		15431	https://www.facebook.com/hhjewels/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633652	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 11:35 AM	1733881964	1749659746		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			https://www.instagram.com/_u/hhjewels			104735727922	H&H Jewels	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469685449_1055488599712052_6929888072178118304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uMoEk07blKgQ7kNvgGBPvaV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCS4vGAUo4O2RqbuBPsDBjU60y-wWUjDWCq9ByB3lp2hw&oe=675ED17C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				H&H Jewels		15431	https://www.facebook.com/hhjewels/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633656	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 4:11 PM	1733881965	1749676265		1987																										nba.com	Shop Now			DCO	Buy 76ers Tickets Here	2024-25 Philadelphia 76ers	https://www.nba.com/sixers/tickets/single-game			52974817515	Philadelphia 76ers	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469794123_976083311009226_7882520234527985688_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=u14Pmta2BHEQ7kNvgGIXjQF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAQy6emCHXD_1Lj04kW17jTEvP3eMPCVFoeJonisV4MVA&oe=675EAD60	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		ferocious flush from Kelly.		Philadelphia 76ers		1795214	https://www.facebook.com/Sixers/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633653	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 6:52 PM	1733881965	1749685950		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			https://www.instagram.com/_u/hhjewels			104735727922	H&H Jewels	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469685449_1055488599712052_6929888072178118304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uMoEk07blKgQ7kNvgGBPvaV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCS4vGAUo4O2RqbuBPsDBjU60y-wWUjDWCq9ByB3lp2hw&oe=675ED17C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				H&H Jewels		15431	https://www.facebook.com/hhjewels/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634012	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 7:04 PM	1733881989	1749859471		1987																										dermrays.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Full body use	All skin tones	https://www.dermrays.com/products/dermrays-v6s-1064nm-diode-laser-hair-removal-at-home			1.0027089310518E+14	DermRays	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672871_1237533773999451_1521111539278857724_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5AWnxVH0D1oQ7kNvgGBuudh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDjK9HMXRxAj3_2Wu5JER0srVGc1nREGT0vGHwI5InzvA&oe=675EC643	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All skin tones		DermRays		23309	https://www.facebook.com/dermraysofficial/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633655	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 10:45 PM	1733881965	1749872754		1987																										nba.com	Shop Now			DCO	Buy 76ers Tickets Here	2024-25 Philadelphia 76ers	https://www.nba.com/sixers/tickets/single-game			52974817515	Philadelphia 76ers	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469794123_976083311009226_7882520234527985688_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=u14Pmta2BHEQ7kNvgGIXjQF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAQy6emCHXD_1Lj04kW17jTEvP3eMPCVFoeJonisV4MVA&oe=675EAD60	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		ferocious flush from Kelly.		Philadelphia 76ers		1795214	https://www.facebook.com/Sixers/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633664	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 9:04 AM	1733881965	1745676288		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633828	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 9:53 PM	1733881975	1746240809		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Hobie Standup Paddleboard - Used Only Twice!		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/561147646629933/			1.1205078385986E+14	Kelly Michelena		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Hobie Standup Paddleboard - Used Only Twice! - $900.00 Gorgeous SUP purchased at the famous Hobie surf shop in Dana Point, CA. Used only twice on Belmont Shore. Pristine, not a scratch on it! Will include paddle. $900; purchased for $1399. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Michelena		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Michelena-112050783859864/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633667	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 8:18 AM	1733881965	1746364689		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633668	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 12:51 PM	1733881965	1746381060		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633672	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 12:51 PM	1733881966	1749577904		1987																										redfin.com	Contact us			IMAGE	Book a tour today	Your perfect home is waiting	https://www.redfin.com/WA/Vancouver/1508-E-16th-Pl-98661/home/14690604			6997803635	Redfin	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469715875_1103250017937566_574325563709962566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vQO626oqQKkQ7kNvgGKj61Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYCyaBIoaQVoxB05qWUfMfdXaD-9PXMIHXfrAopTUcoREw&oe=675EACC5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Book a same-day tour with Redfin agent Kelly Primerano before the home you love is gone.		Redfin		468012	https://www.facebook.com/redfin/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633669	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 2:45 PM	1733881966	1749584720		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633665	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881965	1744621475		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633666	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881965	1744621475		1987																										instagram.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/kwpriorrealtor			4.4765339230827E+14	KWPrior Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469629876_983649023591851_2101342677087334081_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tBaDTIYavsoQ7kNvgEoCYu6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBY_xt6r_b2PL28TCZyGNcSbtmuGSuv0bCHtQ72ZGWoyA&oe=675EA6F9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				KWPrior Realtor		295	https://www.facebook.com/KWPriorRealtor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633677	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 11:01 AM	1733881966	1749744102		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469856958_504928732565242_2097447324490604031_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eYrQP0sTx70Q7kNvgF-5ZOJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYDIMthuVdgkPHHwPtOx2oqC3neQ4qpw2UC8r1sMJYDxbA&oe=675ED8B5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633679	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 9:30 PM	1733881966	1749781802		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469698898_1350806249420274_4032195090988819496_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oIdEyc7wx8AQ7kNvgHIJB4P&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYDzWBFbiCw0G1hxoW62Q2-40PsrGtdIQOni3CcbRkvWFw&oe=675EAD24	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633676	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 7:18 PM	1733881966	1749860319		1987																										kellyjeepchrysler.net	Shop now			IMAGE	New 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe	Tap to Shop!	https://www.kellyjeepchrysler.net/new-inventory/wrangler.htm			203539736736	Kelly Jeep Chrysler	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469614292_1086342929641081_6952422300192736049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tMDKBlkcYrcQ7kNvgGaVEXE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYD-an1GTwU0Mx_ynGJXPeTvtASNoP6XBFll_SOneTKL1g&oe=675EA793	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Right now, lease select, New 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe models for $379/month for 24 months! Stop by for a test drive! 😎		Kelly Jeep Chrysler		2403	https://www.facebook.com/KellyJeepChrysler/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633681	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 8:41 AM	1733881966	1749562875		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469898331_1636785553881175_704812741459031206_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-jza1sZkwOYQ7kNvgGNxu-X&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYCAlovl3GEMrYmE1tEauhmDFEP9Lg8NAfaRXsMwewgugg&oe=675EC3E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633683	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 10:11 PM	1733881966	1749784300		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469802564_562192016710819_8716220383678403182_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wJfBRCWQ2ogQ7kNvgF4fQoR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYAKbvZxrd_C-eZTxAYgFIICxGE_yyEL0bxNOK06mk2jyQ&oe=675EA7A2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633685	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 1:10 AM	1733881966	1749795059		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469555019_977382634220313_7928382839071479392_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=B9YZQzi3ssIQ7kNvgFlaJZm&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYB3btdSDSV-HOiHZOcuIIn0J1CteonOlfgvxDgRXAnsyQ&oe=675EC0E3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633696	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 4:12 AM	1733881967	1749546762		1987																										fb.me	Get Offer			DCO	Get 1 Free Treatment	Contact us today	http://fb.me/			3.1569014582211E+14	bodenvy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461415730_395503896988558_7771374439420545015_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=53GmIao5NN0Q7kNvgEUElla&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYBKT7Ut3COBf2x97xPMIiON2qFcWi2NWInsA8cHdGxOug&oe=675ED30E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Permanent Fat Reduction – No Down Time! Get 1 treatment for FREE. Free Consult! 📞 800-BEST-BOD or Click Below		bodenvy		4590	https://www.facebook.com/bodenvy/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633694	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 5:28 PM	1733881967	1746138533		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						118522813376	San Diego State University	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468861634_600747505684205_7510954380050498412_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FFe-4ap63OgQ7kNvgF3s-l3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYAeajV81pXl5c9ykudu6LRdgpP5yECAaLAiVUC-j-GEig&oe=675EAD56	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Two-Bit Sandwich and Square Pan Pizza. Sound familiar, Aztecs? 🥪🍕Check out Part 2 of “SDSU’s Top 10 Off-Campus Hangouts Over the Years” and see if your go-to spot made the cut: https://bit.ly/4ew7NyT SDSU Alumni		San Diego State University		142159	https://www.facebook.com/SanDiegoState/	0										View Edit Delete
2633697	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 11:12 AM	1733881967	1749744737		1987																										Opens Instagram	Send message			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/pelecomkelly			1.7459119241325E+14	Pele com Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469253741_4883848035099216_8082065783546270295_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UuTDh0GIxzUQ7kNvgFwdDV2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYCkUZSrewCu1sAWfbifooJhdwPpKZMDcPRsie5hNcbcWQ&oe=675ED793	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Esta es tu oportunidad de tener una piel saludable y bonita al precio de costo. Envíame un mensaje directo para reservar tu cita.		Pele com Kelly		22	https://www.facebook.com/61555426645079/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633698	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881967	1744621475		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/kelly.social			1.1571174146304E+14	Kelly Social	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469647231_1246342736671232_5916547072558472917_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=M_26cY1rOLsQ7kNvgH_keZW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYDvqMujdf2itwCnbTcDbahZif6jEy_LSUgt8GAWRkDnSQ&oe=675EC465	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here, and life has been full. I’ve taken a step back from posting as often on Kelly Social to focus on managing my clients and being present with my family.✨♥️ As I look back on this year, I’m amazed at how much Kelly Social has grown. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m so grateful for the clients who trust me and the family and friends who support me every step of the way.🙌🏻 2025 is already shaping up to be an exciting year, with big plans in the works. I can’t wait to see what’s ahead and to continue growing alongside this amazing community.👏 Wishing you all a holiday season filled with connection, joy, and time spent with the ones who matter most. Cheers to closing out 2024 on a high note and welcoming the new year with open hearts.🎉 #HolidaySeason #ReflectionAndGrowth #SocialMediaJourney #SmallBusinessLife #KellySocial #GratefulForClients #FamilyAndBusiness #BigPlansAhead #EndOfYearReflection #SocialMediaStrategy #2025Goals #HolidayPause #EntrepreneurJourney #SupportSystem #HolidayGratitude		Kelly Social		274	https://www.facebook.com/100090060300552/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633829	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881975	1744621475		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2 Beds 1 Bath - House		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/605068902080745/			1.0102395149501E+14	Cathy Kelly Conner		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2 Beds 1 Bath - House - $220,000.00 Charming two-bedroom bungalow in dog town. Fully fenced backyard offers your own private retreat close to all the great restaurants! Facebook Marketplace		Cathy Kelly Conner		0	https://www.facebook.com/Cathy-Kelly-Conner-101023951495010/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633707	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/1/25, 10:44 AM	1733881968	1751384671		1987																										cliftauto.com	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	Find A Better Price & We'll Match It!	Schedule Your Certified Service Today!	https://www.cliftauto.com/service-parts-specials.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid+social&utm_campaign=november+service			1.5278213175134E+14	Clift Buick GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469697895_1003119594908372_233080529082153120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hVeS1i-6W0cQ7kNvgH6Br2C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYA87su18CmIP4n7KoLCBf6n0ouR9lOhtgTjvqr8jnRMTQ&oe=675EAB09	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Schedule Your Certified Service Today!		Clift Buick GMC		1960	https://www.facebook.com/Cliftbuickgmc1/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633700	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/29/25, 10:45 AM	1733881967	1745941544		1987																										upf.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Sunshine State Mafia		http://upress.ufl.edu/			158260221214	Florida Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649322_1328682958506949_4755154859533800284_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rkVjEL9PKQIQ7kNvgFouHeW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYD9dj4p_k1T9WKcAnDvHXiWEnZLdKCft_FmIm3l7UjwoA&oe=675EBFC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Florida Press		2441	https://www.facebook.com/floridapress/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633702	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/30/25, 11:04 AM	1733881968	1746029065		1987																										upf.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Sunshine State Mafia		http://upress.ufl.edu/			158260221214	Florida Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649322_1328682958506949_4755154859533800284_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rkVjEL9PKQIQ7kNvgFouHeW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYD9dj4p_k1T9WKcAnDvHXiWEnZLdKCft_FmIm3l7UjwoA&oe=675EBFC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Florida Press		2441	https://www.facebook.com/floridapress/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633704	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/7/25, 6:46 PM	1733881968	1749340015		1987																										upf.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Sunshine State Mafia		http://upress.ufl.edu/			158260221214	Florida Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649322_1328682958506949_4755154859533800284_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rkVjEL9PKQIQ7kNvgFouHeW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYD9dj4p_k1T9WKcAnDvHXiWEnZLdKCft_FmIm3l7UjwoA&oe=675EBFC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Florida Press		2441	https://www.facebook.com/floridapress/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633705	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 3:30 AM	1733881968	1749717032		1987																										cliftauto.com	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	Find A Better Price & We'll Match It!	Schedule Your Certified Service Today!	https://www.cliftauto.com/service-parts-specials.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid+social&utm_campaign=november+service			1.5278213175134E+14	Clift Buick GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469697895_1003119594908372_233080529082153120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hVeS1i-6W0cQ7kNvgH6Br2C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYA87su18CmIP4n7KoLCBf6n0ouR9lOhtgTjvqr8jnRMTQ&oe=675EAB09	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Schedule Your Certified Service Today!		Clift Buick GMC		1960	https://www.facebook.com/Cliftbuickgmc1/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633706	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 1:49 PM	1733881968	1749754154		1987																										cliftauto.com	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	Find A Better Price & We'll Match It!	Schedule Your Certified Service Today!	https://www.cliftauto.com/service-parts-specials.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid+social&utm_campaign=november+service			1.5278213175134E+14	Clift Buick GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469697895_1003119594908372_233080529082153120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hVeS1i-6W0cQ7kNvgH6Br2C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYA87su18CmIP4n7KoLCBf6n0ouR9lOhtgTjvqr8jnRMTQ&oe=675EAB09	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Schedule Your Certified Service Today!		Clift Buick GMC		1960	https://www.facebook.com/Cliftbuickgmc1/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633701	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881967	1744621475		1987																										upf.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Sunshine State Mafia		http://upress.ufl.edu/			158260221214	Florida Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649322_1328682958506949_4755154859533800284_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rkVjEL9PKQIQ7kNvgFouHeW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYD9dj4p_k1T9WKcAnDvHXiWEnZLdKCft_FmIm3l7UjwoA&oe=675EBFC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Florida Press		2441	https://www.facebook.com/floridapress/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633708	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:32 PM	1733881968	1749767556		1987																										cliftauto.com	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	Find A Better Price & We'll Match It!	Schedule Your Certified Service Today!	https://www.cliftauto.com/service-parts-specials.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid+social&utm_campaign=november+service			1.5278213175134E+14	Clift Buick GMC	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469697895_1003119594908372_233080529082153120_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hVeS1i-6W0cQ7kNvgH6Br2C&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYA87su18CmIP4n7KoLCBf6n0ouR9lOhtgTjvqr8jnRMTQ&oe=675EAB09	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Schedule Your Certified Service Today!		Clift Buick GMC		1960	https://www.facebook.com/Cliftbuickgmc1/	0		GET_OFFER								View Edit Delete
2633703	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881968	1744621475		1987																										upf.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Sunshine State Mafia		http://upress.ufl.edu/			158260221214	Florida Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649322_1328682958506949_4755154859533800284_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rkVjEL9PKQIQ7kNvgFouHeW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYD9dj4p_k1T9WKcAnDvHXiWEnZLdKCft_FmIm3l7UjwoA&oe=675EBFC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Florida Press		2441	https://www.facebook.com/floridapress/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633714	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/4/25, 3:19 AM	1733881968	1746346799		1987																										sparrowmassage.com	Learn More			DCO	Supporting fertility journeys	{{product.description}}	https://www.sparrowmassage.com/mercier-therapy-cold			2.2846714055037E+14	Sparrow's Nest	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/464383762_1077551800436170_6701185094353195041_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xRACZFkNi7oQ7kNvgFaIoeT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYC_3JdDavRyUNM-YD4tnlzRc7Y-zIjUnzssLPWNiIV6zA&oe=675EA673	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It’s time to explore a holistic option that can support and enhance your efforts: Mercier Therapy. Mercier Therapy is a series of 6 deep massages focused on the uterus, ovaries, and surrounding ligaments to enhance your fertility naturally. This treatment can help address overlooked issues like pelvic scar tissue and uterine imbalances to support a healthy pregnancy. It’s so effective that in a 4-year evidence-based scientific study, 83% of women became pregnant afterward. Book at the link below to embrace a holistic approach to your fertility 💖		Sparrow's Nest		676	https://www.facebook.com/sparrowsnestmassage/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633713	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881968	1744621475		1987																										sparrowmassage.com	Learn More			DCO	Supporting fertility journeys	{{product.description}}	https://www.sparrowmassage.com/mercier-therapy-cold			2.2846714055037E+14	Sparrow's Nest	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/464383762_1077551800436170_6701185094353195041_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xRACZFkNi7oQ7kNvgFaIoeT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYC_3JdDavRyUNM-YD4tnlzRc7Y-zIjUnzssLPWNiIV6zA&oe=675EA673	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It’s time to explore a holistic option that can support and enhance your efforts: Mercier Therapy. Mercier Therapy is a series of 6 deep massages focused on the uterus, ovaries, and surrounding ligaments to enhance your fertility naturally. This treatment can help address overlooked issues like pelvic scar tissue and uterine imbalances to support a healthy pregnancy. It’s so effective that in a 4-year evidence-based scientific study, 83% of women became pregnant afterward. Book at the link below to embrace a holistic approach to your fertility 💖		Sparrow's Nest		676	https://www.facebook.com/sparrowsnestmassage/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633715	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881968	1744621475		1987																										paramountplus.com	Sign up			IMAGE	Get Started	Paramount+ Original	https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N485401.3122870FACEBOOKUSA/B31780644.410830134;dc_trk_aid=602710086;dc_trk_cid=227165852;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=$%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=$%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1			1.1302888720201E+14	Paramount+	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469747673_585996217309119_1454360613282098005_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TxIPyzj1jH0Q7kNvgH1lWe5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ax2XxTGV278wEFqQkSXgstn&oh=00_AYCjOJRx1Yk3_G7tyCQYxVdnqC1EK7Hfu7mRVPGkZAqBcA&oe=675EA698	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		All episodes of Lioness, starring Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, are now streaming exclusively on Paramount+!		Paramount+		3161036	https://www.facebook.com/ParamountPlus/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633730	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 11:03 AM	1733881969	1745683380		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633733	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 11:21 AM	1733881969	1745770871		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633731	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 8:04 AM	1733881969	1745845480		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633732	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 10:23 AM	1733881969	1746199406		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/courtsideprops			4.3340333986666E+14	courtsideprops	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/468191453_1097954955260736_170828766153723449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=-PAoLV0oGAoQ7kNvgEHtz7Y&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYAxjEZw6p4CfwyHpgifBkpm8J19fdQGFBqIOpK-t8f5Vw&oe=675EC78D	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				courtsideprops		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/courtsideprops	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633727	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881969	1744621475		1987																										hoffmancustomhomes.com	Learn More			DCO	Luxury Townhomes Near Downtown Edmond	{{product.description}}	https://www.hoffmancustomhomes.com/okc/the-abbey?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Paid+Social			9.5671540440723E+14	Hoffman Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469704690_2241897276181038_673120812858974462_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z7jsdWTRgzAQ7kNvgEW4ZLQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBwdIEqHueuBO9a1Pz3lMIEQzCUL38_uKM9xECUFEoj8Q&oe=675EB786	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚨Only a few townhomes remaining! 🚨 Welcome to The Abbey, a boutique townhome community designed for active adults, busy professionals and empty nesters who crave luxury, convenience and low-maintenance living. ✨Just minutes from historic downtown Edmond ✨ Landscaping included ✨ Modern finishes like quartz and vaulted ceilings ✨ Community spaces: dog park, BBQ area, and pavilion Click "Learn more" to view available homes. But act fast, homes are selling out quickly.		Hoffman Homes		1474	https://www.facebook.com/HoffmanCustomHomes/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633729	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881969	1744621475		1987																										sgdsrq.com				IMAGE	Coldwell Banker Realty	Downtown	https://sgdsrq.com/			1.1732862164185E+14	Dyrk Dahl Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468812698_960579765917427_6044442901518464956_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g8IMRtkvfz4Q7kNvgEpA7Bd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYAl0Y8JzeBw9m-P2ui7geyZay8ACG5esQB28MMumwEv2g&oe=675EC6CF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Dyrk Dahl Kelly Gettel Residence 700		Dyrk Dahl Realtor		55	https://www.facebook.com/100057319876173/	0										View Edit Delete
2633755	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881971	1744621475		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	👉Get FREE chapters👈		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.8454367807876E+14	Worth reading	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469847904_1150028016621100_1451188665765576229_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ARfadlyrmWsQ7kNvgGEXszu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDiA38xeluN-67hPIy26Ox0VBa_T_Lgoee6z_KWsNX74A&oe=675EDAF9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I'm the daughter of a Beta, yet I've become a target of bullying at school. My brother watches it all unfold, but like everyone else, he remains indifferent. Yet I have a secret I'm determined to hide - My wolf and I is actually the top young warrior in our pack. On an ordinary afternoon, I was pushed down once again. A hard slap struck my face, and I felt blood dripping from my mouth. I glared at the school bully, Kelly, gritting my teeth as I asked her what I had done wrong this time. She tossed her golden hair, arrogantly ordering me to mind my own business and stop interfering with her punishment of those puppies. She and her friends laughed at me, mocking my attempts to protect other bullied kids. They called me "loser" and "fool", while the crowd joined in their laughter. Through the throng, I saw my dear Beta brother and other future leaders, who smirked like everyone else. They think if one can't handle a bit of hitting, he is too weak to be worth their time. I fought back tears, meeting Kelly’s gaze and challenged her on what was so great about bullying the weak. Another slap landed, more blood flowed, and my cheek began to swell. But it didn’t matter, I had my wolf to help me heal—this was my secret. I had bonded with my wolf six years earlier than my peers, and we trained hard. I just have to keep my head low, so that I can become an elite warrior and leave this sad pack forever. The next day, thanks to my wolf, my wounds had completely healed, and I was ready for training. It was the only place I didn’t have to worry about Kelly and her friends. I could be myself and stay unnoticed. But today, everything was changed by someone. A tall, confident blonde walked into the training ground like she owned the place. She introduced herself as Sierra. All the young males couldn't take their eyes off her during the practice, until our coach, Delta Kyle, raised his voice to command attention. He announced that I would face Sierra in a match to see if I could subdue her in 30 seconds. I was taken aback, but my wolf was not. Sierra was way stronger than me. My brother and his Alpha friend were there too, both shocked by Delta Kyle’s command. I heard a snarky high-pitched male voice cutting through, mixed with taunts of “loser” "impossible”, which caused a low chorus of agreement. A surge of adrenaline filled my body, and I could feel my wolf’s anger at the negativity. I asked her if we could win this fight. She didn’t answer, but a powerful energy surged through my limbs.		Worth reading		83	https://www.facebook.com/61558831166854/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633800	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881973	1744621475		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						4.3601926958431E+14	Sarah Buckler	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469656359_1347656206198752_2402916474168825852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KxxPSHfsIQ8Q7kNvgEZWvv6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYCgnY3D4Cj0xWFCVz20on1sb7rmHbkVX5ky4rE8vrsZPg&oe=675EB92C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We are welcoming in the new year with these 10 gorgeous puppies 8 week birthday! The Waganknecht family(chocolate girl), Kelly family(chocolate girl) and Jenkins family(runt/black girl) are joining us in the celebrations. Anyone interested in joining the puppy birthday party.		Sarah Buckler		269	https://www.facebook.com/buckler.valleylabradors/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633757	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/26/25, 6:13 PM	1733881971	1745709194		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469354624_2337608189925680_983382023611305421_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=D0wgNeLi85AQ7kNvgHGX00H&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBijLD9uc8D2w8XThi1-6xYuCCbXBDipluWBrz2R8GD1A&oe=675EB84D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633759	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/29/25, 6:46 AM	1733881971	1745927174		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633758	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881971	1744621475		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469278456_1083507473065138_515995605722761123_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_K7sCCq0JZ4Q7kNvgGseigE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCmcsCBsVz0jeJrJB3NM_jCLyOCLTf_Dn8Vi0wI6dqrjg&oe=675EC45E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633760	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881971	1744621475		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633764	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 11:15 PM	1733881971	1749788104		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633773	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 6:44 AM	1733881972	1749815062		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633765	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 12:44 PM	1733881971	1749923078		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633772	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881971	1749371253		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633769	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:33 AM	1733881971	1749371618		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469413583_1171313867685270_3303649719887206757_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zsqtE_nh2fUQ7kNvgHDrgMU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYBdOMabByh_AnTCfQN-zaCHuXUkZyvOCzsDX_h4WviS5g&oe=675EB98C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633771	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 6:48 AM	1733881971	1749383281		1987																											Send message			VIDEO	Xóa nhăn - Siết cơ chỉ 1 liệu trình >>					1.0138068262987E+14	Bác Sĩ Phạm Ngọc Tiến - Viện Trẻ Hóa KangJin	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469456775_1237118510922470_8412631264261657049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7JxWxt951cUQ7kNvgFOBx9R&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYAKYbQZE-ZVEteMZb6CBfzNCzjeIJTw3lqMwTS2JDasuA&oe=675ECB68	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Việt kiều Mỹ U60 HỒI XUÂN trẻ đẹp - Thách chồng dám chê 😲 ☘ Về tận Việt Nam để làm đẹp vì bị chồng chê xuống sắc. Chị Kelly đã tin tưởng lựa chọn VTM KangJin để tân trang làn da tuổi xế chiều. ☘ Kết quả trẻ hóa đầy bất ngờ đã giúp chị lấy lại tự tin. Cùng KangJin xóa sổ lão hóa, tìm lại thanh xuân nha các chị em 👉 Rất nhiều ưu đãi hấp dẫn đang chờ các chị, inbox cho KangJin ngay thôi nào! ------------------------ KANGJIN MAXCOLLAGEN DIAMOND SIÊU VI ĐIỂM - LIỆU PHÁP TRẺ HOÁ DA ĐA NĂNG DẪN ĐẦU XU HƯỚNG THẾ GIỚI 🔹 Khung sợi cấu trúc kim cương Diamond Stroma vững chắc giúp siết chặt toàn bộ các nhóm cơ chảy xệ 🔹 Mạng lưới sợi sinh học Mono Silkskin kích thích hệ thống nguyên bào Fibroblast giúp duy trì cấu trúc nền và collagen, cho da luôn săn chắc, xoá mờ nếp nhăn và căng mịn 🔹 Tăng Hydrat hoá bằng dưỡng chất HA - lấp đầy hõm hóp khắc phục tình trạng teo mô hụt thể tích, tái tạo đường nét hài hoà 🔹 KangJin Skin Nutrition cung cấp dinh dưỡng toàn diện, "khoá chân" gốc nám, trẻ hoá nền da cho 1 làn da trắng hồng căng bóng ------------------------ 🎁 ĐẶT LỊCH TƯ VẤN TRẺ HÓA NGAY ĐỂ NHẬN ĐƯỢC ĐẶC QUYỀN CHƯA TỪNG CÓ TỪ MR KIM GEUN SIK - CHỦ TỊCH DONGBANG MEDICAL GROUP (ĐỐI TÁC CHIẾN LƯỢC TẠI CHÂU Á CỦA VTM KANGJIN) 🔻 Tặng gói sợi nâng cơ mỗi năm 🔻 Tặng thẻ Căng bóng da trọn đời 🔻 Tặng liệu trình 1 năm Meso trắng sáng 🔻 Tặng thẻ VIP ưu đãi 50% khi tham gia dịch vụ ở những đối tác của KangJin và Dongbang trên toàn cầu 🔻 Chế độ bảo dưỡng trọn đời độc quyền KangJin ------------------------ VIỆN THẨM MỸ KANGJIN TOP 100 NHÃN HIỆU NỔI TIẾNG VIỆT NAM DO HỘI TRÍ TUỆ VIỆT NAM TRAO TẶNG TOP 10 THƯƠNG HIỆU MẠNH ASEAN 2023 ĐƯỢC TRAO TẶNG BỞI CHƯƠNG TRÌNH ASEAN STRONG BRANDS AWARD ️💎 Sở kế hoạch và đầu tư, Sở y tế cấp đầy đủ giấy phép kinh doanh, giấy phép hành nghề bác sĩ ️💎 Điều hành bởi CEO Jisoo Kim - Diễn giả quốc tế các hội nghị da liễu thế giới, học vị tiến sĩ, thành viên ban cố vấn Galaa toàn cầu ️💎 Đối tác chiến lược đầu tiên của DongBang Medical - Tập đoàn thẩm mỹ uy tín hàng đầu Châu Á ️💎 100% sản phẩm đạt chứng nhận khắt khe của FDA và CE ️💎 Hàng nghìn Kiều Bào và nghệ sĩ hạng A lựa chọn mỗi năm ------------------------- THÔNG TIN LIÊN HỆ & GIẤY PHÉP CHUẨN PHÁP LÝ 🏢 Văn phòng Hàn Quốc: Room #315 -1 , Pangyo Woorim W-CITY Bidg., 618-beongi, Sampyeong-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 🏢 CƠ SỞ HÀ NỘI: Tòa nhà 14 - 16 Mai Hắc Đế - Phường Nguyễn Du - Quận Hai Bà Trưng 🏢 CƠ SỞ HỒ CHÍ MINH: Tòa nhà 62- 64 Nguyễn Biểu - Phường 1 - Quận 5 Tổng đài tư vấn 24/7: 1800 6221- 0936 20 6868 - 0939 51 8888 CSKH: 0901 35 1168 Giờ mở cửa: 8h00 - 18h00 Giấy phép HĐ: 09436/HCM - GPHĐ do Sở Y tế Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh cấp Giấy phép HĐ: 2874/HNO -GPHĐ do Sở Y tế Thành Phố Hà Nội cấp		Bác Sĩ Phạm Ngọc Tiến - Viện Trẻ Hóa KangJin		5250	https://www.facebook.com/VTMKangjin.Hn3/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633779	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 6:17 AM	1733881972	1749640633		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/kzkelly_			3.5510499768244E+14	Kelly Zumwalt-kazi	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469440052_882051897290689_8785657745603216548_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=C2KT3IOzLH4Q7kNvgGS58Ob&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBzqX9AkqPvAWnQ3n72vtfja_9v3pWi6ckRLRXRbs8OQQ&oe=675EC272	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Splendid Symphony 🕊️✨		Kelly Zumwalt-kazi		11	https://www.facebook.com/61560586243640/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633778	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 10:48 AM	1733881972	1749656896		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633776	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 1:09 PM	1733881972	1749665355		1987																										nutrition-first.net	Learn More			DCO	🔥 I Melted 47lbs at 64 With This New Water Formula...	{{product.description}}	https://nutrition-first.net/water-formula			1.0434642235582E+14	Nutrition First	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469611255_928337642574422_1355032226385508057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9TnQaizAno8Q7kNvgHtZLf3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYBPe7fK5in1UlflgpdB-qCGT0BIZ2IbGMfHfwu2q7tkYQ&oe=675EDB8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		😢 I used to cry myself to sleep at night. I was 168lbs at 64 years old with back and knee pains, shortness of breath, and no energy. I tried several diets, the gym, and even a crazy injection, and nothing worked. 👩‍⚕️ Finally my Doctor said "Look Kelly, there's a new Water Formula out that has amazing results. Why don't you give it a try?" With nothing to lose I pulled the trigger. Thank God I did because I started shedding pounds week after week! 🔥 It triggered my metabolic hormones and my body began burning fat naturally, just like my Doctor said it would even at my age. 💪 In a short period of time I dropped to 121! I look and feel better than I did when I was in my 30's. This Water Formula changed my whole life! No more huffing and puffing, no more back and knee pains, and I have lots of energy! So maybe this could help you too? Tap "Learn more" now to watch exactly how I did it and start your own transformation today! 👇		Nutrition First		11089	https://www.facebook.com/nutritionfirstfb2/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633785	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:35 AM	1733881973	1749371704		1987																											Send message			VIDEO	New Listing in Catalina Isles Estates					1.8643583871888E+15	Manny James Braganca Canha - Licensed Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469886451_506928579025310_4279823910792248836_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7FTUNGTzKzQQ7kNvgHTxxEA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYCN_eBIh5aG0_oSMd7HKlrqCIdPaJUhkOCl2qwyzbAeMg&oe=675ED79F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Wow!! Updated!! Affordable!! Centrally located in Merritt Island!!!		Manny James Braganca Canha - Licensed Realtor		1459	https://www.facebook.com/mannyjbcanha/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633815	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 7:41 AM	1733881975	1749386509		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469674628_899433902311800_4183955725488729709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8e0wARRNX08Q7kNvgEQpVfN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBw7q0OQfvGNnR07llhdYJXgExjwljgql74eUGHY8PTGw&oe=675EC38D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633789	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 8:29 AM	1733881973	1749734982		1987																										a.read4funs.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.read4funs.com/ad/UG9ja2V0RWJvb2tzLzM3NDczOC8yMDI0MTIwNjE1MDUzMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469012517_850396230365419_8506755708659962352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LpO59bxt_EYQ7kNvgHfooPf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYCmDEbDODOSesr1rCHfYHt6f8HMPTy6Nbqg9xhunQ9UAQ&oe=675EDA6B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I have nowhere to sleep, no money, no job. I don't even have a way of contacting my family for help. All I have is this belief that my true love is out there waiting for me. But my heat is here and even though I've managed to hold off all these years, my time is up. I'm going to have to give in and get knotted by a pack that isn't mine. But I have one rule- No bonds. I'm going to screw these three big schlong men hard. ———————— "Passion fruit martini." I turn around, sipping my drink, and scan the crowd. I have to make this drink last. Just enough to look like I belong here. I glance down at my bag and discreetly shove it back against the bar. I can't afford to look homeless. I spot an alpha watching me. He's not big, but he's got an intensity that is almost scary. With a smirk in his direction, I turn back to the bar, casually popping up a foot. My boots are cute, my butt looks great. All systems are go. It would be impossible to miss the inferno of heat that leans over me. I suck in a breath and hold perfectly still. He's not touching me, but he's so close it wouldn't take much. "Have you heard of personal space?" I say, turning my head only enough to see him out of the corner of my eye. He's a blurry shape looming over me, but I don't feel threatened. Maybe I should. Strange. "I've heard of it. Never much cared for it, though." His voice is a soft drawl that goes straight into the spank bank. I have never been turned on by just a voice before. A huge hand slides down my shoulder along my upper arm, stopping before he hits my elbow. It's a completely innocent touch. It sets my body on fire. It's hard to breathe this shallow. As soon as I take a deep breath, my back presses against his chest. He rumbles. An actual rumble that I feel through the places where we touch. I close my eyes and will my self-control to return. "What's your name, beautiful?" I look down, trying to find some equilibrium, some willpower, and he vanishes from my mind in an instant. I scramble away from him, crouching awkwardly, searching for my bag. But it's gone as if it was never there. I whip my head around, searching through the crowd, looking for anyone with my backpack. All my clothes are in it. My money. The last of my food. The guy has vanished, but I'm almost in tears. What can I do? Ignoring everyone, I rush back and forth along the bar, looking between people's feet and searching to see if I can see it. When I can't, I realise it's been stolen and panic. The room spins, and I'm frozen still in the middle of everything, while it all turns into a blur. Only one thing stands out clearly. That guy I was looking at before, the one with the dangerous aura. He's a big guy in a tight black t-shirt, and I rush towards him like he has all my answers. When he turns slightly, I see the words written across the back of his shirt saying 'Security'. "Help me, please." The words tumble out of my mouth. He turns back to me and raises his eyebrows. He's got one golden eye and one pale blue one. I just have enough light to make that startling discovery. It makes him look even more dangerous. His hair is styled in silver and violet streaks, and when he smiles, it doesn't reach his eyes. "What do you need?" he asks, and now that I have his full attention, I'm wishing he was anyone else. I'd even take the drunk guy because he's almost as good looking as the guy at the bar. "My bag," I manage to force out. I blink rapidly, trying to shove this vision out of my mind and focus on what's important–all my worldly belongings. "I'm going to need a little bit more to work with than that, love." I clench my teeth and point to the bar. "My bag was stolen. Please, help me." "All right, when did you last see it?" "I was standing at the bar drinking my drink, and it was by my feet." "Did you go to the toilet or-" "No, I'd just got here. There was a guy, he leaned over me, and that's when I noticed it was gone." He nods and starts walking towards the bar. I follow on his heels and bounce off his back when he stops abruptly. "Hey, Hunter, seen anyone take her bag?" He just shouts it out across the bar. The bartender looks up, his eyes latching onto me, and shakes his head. He looks away immediately and smiles at a gorgeous blond. I'm jealous, I have to admit. What did I do to upset him? No, I don't care. My bag. He turns and makes his way towards us and looks me up and down. It makes me feel exposed and not in a bad way. In a way that makes me want to preen and climb up undressed onto the bar and wiggle for his attention. My cheeks heat. Where did that thought come from? "Who was hanging around her?" Hunter glances at the security guy and shrugs. "Just Crow." Crow? What kind of name is Crow? "Come on," the guy says into my ear. "This way." He leads me down the side of the bar and to a door that I hadn't even noticed. "What's this?" "We're going to check security footage," he grumbles. I follow him in, but when he turns left, I'm abruptly frozen, staring at the god who has just walked out of the room on the right. His eyes narrow, and he approaches me like a hunting cat. I suppress my nerves and steel my spine. He's got black hair to his chin, and his eyes are just as dark. He bites his lower lip as he looks me up and down, really slowly. "Oh, you look so much better from the front." I jolt at the recognition in hearing his voice. He lifts a hand and runs his fingers through my hair. "You're the guy with no idea of personal space," I accuse. His lips lift as he ducks down so we're on eye level. He pecks me hard and fast. I don't expect it. That's why I don't push him off me. I mean, it's a good excuse. I just have no excuse for why I pecked the stranger back. --- I PULL BACK WHEN I remember who I am and struggle past him. It is far too dangerous remaining in his presence. He's obviously far too potent to be allowed near people, and I am a weak omega currently. Weak and needy. If I had alphas like these, I'd never leave the bed. They are so, so hot. I jolt. They're alphas. I hadn't been aware of it on a conscious level, but now that I am, I catch the scent of licorice and taste it on my lips. The delicious scent almost makes me groan. I could lick him all day, all over and keep going. Send help! In the room that appears to be some kind of employee lounge or office or both, the guy with violet and silver hair is leaning over a computer screen, intently staring at some black and white footage. He frowns and turns, gesturing for me to come closer. He points, and I watch a woman pick up my bag and quickly exit the bar. "Can we catch her?" I ask anxiously, unknowingly clenching my fingers around the hard heat of his shoulder. As soon as I realise, I jump back with a squeak. "Listen, love, the chances of being able to find this person, let alone recover your bag, are about zero." I stand there, my ears ringing as my existence crumbles around me. My situation is compounding on me, leaving me shaking and dizzy. Homeless. No food, water, job, money, clothes. All I have left is my body. Am I going to have to sell that? "Hey? You all right?" I shake my head. No, I'm not all right, I haven't been all right since I left home. I've been running, trying to find the something better to prove that I can be someone, and all I've done is fail. Over. And. Over. What is so unloveable about me? Why don't I deserve love? I reach out to catch the wall, but I miss and end up staggering back, my legs collapsing. Arms catch me and hoist me up. "What'd you do to her, Saint?" The violet and silver-haired man glares at whoever is holding me. When my legs still don't hold me, I'm lifted bridal style into powerful arms. I find myself studying the hot bartender, I stare at his strange eyes, hypnotized. So pale with those striking rings. Is he wearing contacts? "No, I'm not." I blink and realise he's answered my question. Crow gets all up and over me, causing my stomach to flutter wildly. I can still taste him on my lips. I stiffen as he reaches out, putting a finger under my chin and turning my head towards him. "What was in the bag?" I burst into tears. "Everything." Hunter jostles me and moves to sit down. "It's going to be okay. You're going to be just fine. Just get it out. You're safe here." I cry until my eyes feel puffy and fall silent. His hand strokes my upper arm and we've got an audience of two peering at me anxiously. "Have you got somewhere to stay?" Hunter asks slowly. His voice is deeper than the other two. I open my mouth, and then shut it with a snap. "Money?" My cheeks burn. "Family?" I look down at my hands. "I'm guessing the only clothes you've got are what you're wearing?" "I'll be fine," I whisper. "I don't think so," Hunter says with finality. "What's your name?" "Bethany Raines." "Bethany, beautiful name," Crow purrs and comes in with a black silk handkerchief that he uses to mop up my tears and wipe my nose. I'm too astounded by his actions to even think about protesting. I just stare at him because no one has done that for me since I learned to walk. They seem to stop and have this silent conversation. It reminds me so much of Kelly and Raider that another pathetic tear slips from my eye. I miss them so much. "Right, well. Here we are. You're just going to have to come home with us until we can get you on your feet." I open my mouth, but Crow presses his fingers against my mouth.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633797	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 6:38 AM	1733881973	1749382705		1987																											Call now			IMAGE	Miller Sports Time	Sports Photographer, Sports Experts & Sports Writer.				4.0637175589449E+14	Miller Sports Time	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469516396_2356945607984222_3084474009402844551_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RM2BIlhcWyIQ7kNvgGq05uQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBFpucN1Av1F07zQ-0rX1RetT6ANPpMajWan7nBjRB64Q&oe=675ECB2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Oregon Ducks 🏈 Team 2024 B1G 🏈 Conference Champions. Beat The Penn State Nittany Lions 45-37 On Saturday Night At Lucas Oil Stadium In Indianapolis. 1st Year In The B1G Conference. Did Very Well. Had Good Success Beating Good B1G 🏈 Conference In The Past Years While They Were In The Pac-12 Conference. Nothing New On That One. Head Coach Dan Lanning Has Done A Good Job At The Helm In Eugene. No. 1 Overall Seed In The 2024 College 🏈 Playoffs In A 12-Team One. 3rd Year At The Helm. Took Over For Mario Cristobal's Position In 2022. 13 Wins In 2024. Dan Lanning Follow The Head Coaching Footsteps: Chip Kelly - 2009-12 Marc Helfrich - 2013-16 Willie Taggert - 2019 Mario Cristobal - 2018-21 Dan Lanning - 2022-present Rich Brooks & Mike Belotti Did Good Things In The Past Years As Head Coach For The Oregon Ducks 🏈 Team In Eugene. Won There Share Of Games In The Past Years. Oregon Ducks 🏈 Tradition Is Unbelievable On A Year In & Year Out Basis. Fill Out Autzen Stadium In Eugene On Saturday's In The Fall Time...... 1st Rd Bye In The 2024 College 🏈 Playoffs..... Take On The Winner Of The Tennessee Volunteers vs Ohio State Buckeyes In The 2nd Rd. GO 2024 OREGON DUCKS 🏈 TEAM HEAD COACH DAN LANNING.......		Miller Sports Time		156	https://www.facebook.com/61565477467607/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633805	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/28/25, 4:08 AM	1733881974	1745831293		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469779360_573318265327778_1449999008282598163_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7CwE5yTDNGoQ7kNvgE5nrSi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYCH21CZDtu6R9MGms6e0xw42az8FvbwhuZxHRcLfO9dKQ&oe=675ECAEF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover the delightfully gripping new historical mystery series that's perfect for fans of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright and T E Kinsey. Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2633807	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 9:29 AM	1733881974	1746109762		1987																										amazon.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469725565_1758164888357473_2359396855007052195_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=L1f39FSdy4MQ7kNvgEOAqR1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBOECNvy5C_0PV2TJ-93C67v9risnpiX-iIscgWWmQgEQ&oe=675ECE57	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633804	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881974	1744621475		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469779360_573318265327778_1449999008282598163_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7CwE5yTDNGoQ7kNvgE5nrSi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYCH21CZDtu6R9MGms6e0xw42az8FvbwhuZxHRcLfO9dKQ&oe=675ECAEF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover the delightfully gripping new historical mystery series that's perfect for fans of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright and T E Kinsey. Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633810	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:27 AM	1733881974	1749371238		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469314871_2023938384694021_4408693261504997631_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NGylbsp2rLcQ7kNvgGWBBK9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYDxU3AmJGUj7wwtsHWcKmfzi83VHr8Pp8YBH5GuVQuSlQ&oe=675EA9C1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover the delightfully gripping new historical mystery series that's perfect for fans of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright and T E Kinsey. Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633813	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:31 AM	1733881975	1749371466		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469509754_3409261676044597_4782444729072931709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EgNnnTD9sYgQ7kNvgEKjg_m&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBuPbxGqGQSSkHJ2xaxk60SM0VLOoz0Gd7I1JpBsCpDhQ&oe=675EB7AC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633809	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:35 AM	1733881974	1749371736		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469412091_575213298787622_1617160849511617589_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5CF1V68vjhcQ7kNvgEG33--&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBm-xqVVMOR9C6c88sSdw5sGGgQ3cSJFAZ2XslAqJYp4w&oe=675EAC33	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Discover the delightfully gripping new historical mystery series that's perfect for fans of Helena Dixon, Verity Bright and T E Kinsey. Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect… 1926 – Christie is a darling of the literary circuit and the most desired guest in London’s glittering social scene. She can often be found at meetings of the Detection Club – where mystery writers come together to share ideas, swap secrets and drink copiously. But then a fellow author's initiation ceremony takes a gruesome turn, and one of the group ends up dead. Now, Agatha is no longer just the creator of great mystery plots – she’s a player in one. And when Agatha disappears the day after the murder, she’s widely assumed to be guilty. Only Eliza Baker, assistant to the Club’s enigmatic secretary, Dorothy Sayers, is interested in investigating the case. But in a world where murder is the ultimate plot device, can Eliza piece together the evidence and find the killer before it’s too late? Praise for Kelly Oliver: 'A fast and fun-filled mystery that checks every box. If you're new to the series, it stands on its own as an action-packed novel that's leavened with the dry wit of its indomitable heroine. A 2024 must-read.' Lori Robbins 'A fun, mix of whodunnit and thriller!' T. A. Williams 'Fast-paced, tongue-in-cheek spy romp. Enjoy the ride!' Frances Evesham * 'Will keep you turning the pages and laughing all the way!' *Dianne Freeman 'Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Maisie Dobbs.' BookTrib 'A pure delight! A bold, original sleuth, a devilishly charming adversary and a plucky Pekingese.' Mariah Fredericks 'Tantalizing and riveting with a good dose of humor.' The Los Angeles Post 'Fiona reminds me so much of Miss Fisher. Humor, action, and intrigue.. thoroughly entertaining.' Urban Book Reviews 'A perfect blend of wit, fun, and intrigue.' Debra Goldstein ​ 'Smart, sneaky, and full of surprises... A fun whodunit that will keep you turning the pages!' Cathi Stoler 'Rich with historical details, and perfectly laced with humor and high jinks. Brilliant!' Margaret Mizushima 'Lushly layered in period detail, this mystery delivers twists in a lighthearted tale of suspense and derring-do.' Muddy Rose Reviews 'A delightful English countryside mystery with two handsome suitors and twists and turns worthy of Agatha Christie herself!' Amanda Flower		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633812	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:36 AM	1733881974	1749371779		1987																										amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469509754_3409261676044597_4782444729072931709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EgNnnTD9sYgQ7kNvgEKjg_m&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBuPbxGqGQSSkHJ2xaxk60SM0VLOoz0Gd7I1JpBsCpDhQ&oe=675EB7AC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633825	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 10:23 PM	1733881975	1746242619		1987																										kellychiropractic.chirojump.com	Learn more			IMAGE	HOLISTIC REJUVENATION PROGRAM IN VENTURA👉		https://kellychiropractic.chirojump.com/holistic-rejuvenation-program-wl			4.4558624863139E+14	Kelly Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469881701_1617854582137144_4050680968138249896_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bpVMTMLPRWkQ7kNvgEeLUE6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYCq_P2B7V959HxRg5wz2im96-guSGYh0PRZzyoeoJNzUQ&oe=675EB6DA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ We're looking for 15 Locals ✨ who are looking to dramatically boost their health and wellness with our 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program! If you feel like your body is worn down, then this is for you. Here’s the deal: We’ve created a 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program designed to boost your health and wellness… BUT! We only have capacity to take on 15 new patients this month… …And our schedule could fill up quick with this post going out to tens of thousands of people. We focus on helping you feel more energized, younger, less stressed, and a whole lot more. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 42 days you will be AMAZED with the results. What you get: ❣️ Our “Nervous System Reset” to realign your spine, reduce inflammation, and help your nervous system function properly. You’ll have a pain-free body, increased mobility, and higher energy levels so you don’t feel drained after work. ❣️ Functional Movements that increase your mobility & ease your body aches which means you’ll spend less energy throughout your day to day activities (And have more energy to spend time with family, friends, and activities you love). ❣️ Actionable steps to see real improvements in your life and I’ll even hold you accountable to it which means you’ll see increased energy, less stress, and reduced aches. PLUS! Soft Tissue work to reset your worn body, release your fascia, and deep muscle tissue! This is for MOTIVATED PEOPLE ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where you feel like your body owns you, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. Click Learn More and Let's Get Started!		Kelly Chiropractic		3	https://www.facebook.com/61565563450034/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633822	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881975	1744621475		1987																										kellychiropractic.chirojump.com	Learn more			IMAGE	HOLISTIC REJUVENATION PROGRAM IN VENTURA👉		https://kellychiropractic.chirojump.com/holistic-rejuvenation-program-wl			4.4558624863139E+14	Kelly Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469524754_1387293498916373_4738598363098563368_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iCEHHduJURoQ7kNvgHEwpTU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYC9u1POfj-oyDBv2ETI-NTpMh4PdhmaqE5i2UAaK37gFA&oe=675ED9D3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ We're looking for 15 Locals ✨ who are looking to dramatically boost their health and wellness with our 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program! If you feel like your body is worn down, then this is for you. Here’s the deal: We’ve created a 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program designed to boost your health and wellness… BUT! We only have capacity to take on 15 new patients this month… …And our schedule could fill up quick with this post going out to tens of thousands of people. We focus on helping you feel more energized, younger, less stressed, and a whole lot more. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 42 days you will be AMAZED with the results. What you get: ❣️ Our “Nervous System Reset” to realign your spine, reduce inflammation, and help your nervous system function properly. You’ll have a pain-free body, increased mobility, and higher energy levels so you don’t feel drained after work. ❣️ Functional Movements that increase your mobility & ease your body aches which means you’ll spend less energy throughout your day to day activities (And have more energy to spend time with family, friends, and activities you love). ❣️ Actionable steps to see real improvements in your life and I’ll even hold you accountable to it which means you’ll see increased energy, less stress, and reduced aches. PLUS! Soft Tissue work to reset your worn body, release your fascia, and deep muscle tissue! This is for MOTIVATED PEOPLE ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where you feel like your body owns you, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. Click Learn More and Let's Get Started!		Kelly Chiropractic		3	https://www.facebook.com/61565563450034/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633823	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881975	1744621475		1987																										kellychiropractic.chirojump.com	Learn more			IMAGE	HOLISTIC REJUVENATION PROGRAM IN VENTURA👉		https://kellychiropractic.chirojump.com/holistic-rejuvenation-program-wl			4.4558624863139E+14	Kelly Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469796037_576681841613228_8534944395985593272_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Vvq31ABGHaEQ7kNvgGT0vRf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYCWUnBK5WxezdsIgngHuI5_fmaQBUnf9csw4CNJPcFlKQ&oe=675ED559	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ We're looking for 15 Locals ✨ who are looking to dramatically boost their health and wellness with our 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program! If you feel like your body is worn down, then this is for you. Here’s the deal: We’ve created a 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program designed to boost your health and wellness… BUT! We only have capacity to take on 15 new patients this month… …And our schedule could fill up quick with this post going out to tens of thousands of people. We focus on helping you feel more energized, younger, less stressed, and a whole lot more. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 42 days you will be AMAZED with the results. What you get: ❣️ Our “Nervous System Reset” to realign your spine, reduce inflammation, and help your nervous system function properly. You’ll have a pain-free body, increased mobility, and higher energy levels so you don’t feel drained after work. ❣️ Functional Movements that increase your mobility & ease your body aches which means you’ll spend less energy throughout your day to day activities (And have more energy to spend time with family, friends, and activities you love). ❣️ Actionable steps to see real improvements in your life and I’ll even hold you accountable to it which means you’ll see increased energy, less stress, and reduced aches. PLUS! Soft Tissue work to reset your worn body, release your fascia, and deep muscle tissue! This is for MOTIVATED PEOPLE ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where you feel like your body owns you, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. Click Learn More and Let's Get Started!		Kelly Chiropractic		3	https://www.facebook.com/61565563450034/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633826	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881975	1744621475		1987																											No button			VIDEO	Happy Holidays					4.8375695481132E+14	Liam Kelly for Justice	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469815497_587139780498697_4381847060689366860_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iQpSvLEqa-4Q7kNvgEWNkym&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYBLcGmn32s_WIFhOyRnZqci95QIJ6qkReyU5Flm0_8dGA&oe=675EB8C8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Liam Kelly for Justice		0	https://www.facebook.com/61567324138227/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633835	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:35 AM	1733881976	1749371740		1987																										am.ticketmaster.com/purdue	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	Save on "Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300"	Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.	https://am.ticketmaster.com/purdue/promotional-page?id=Mzg1			19926223060	Purdue Convocations	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825206_1916239572201984_7417768929703193500_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=inA3335yeMwQ7kNvgEgmu4k&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDe3jcyz9Ecw294seiGM22-wIQ_PUR695ri-soHgUJHZw&oe=675EDBE6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Les Arts Florissants, the renowned Baroque ensemble, joins violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte to celebrate Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on its 300th anniversary, pairing it with music Vivaldi knew and inspired.		Purdue Convocations		16581	https://www.facebook.com/PurdueConvocationsIN/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633844	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 7:47 AM	1733881976	1749559649		1987																														VIDEO						9.2315956778598E+14	Kelly Motter State Farm Agent	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469953446_1708057036721723_5484232418396199384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hhpcrDtkR8oQ7kNvgFrviWE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYBrnsTIXw6Ngq9DpaHxqyF0DTB9bbEwL3TqVMhY6IQcAQ&oe=675EC4FA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		As we trim our trees and wrap our gifts, let’s also wrap our neighborhoods with the warmth of kindness. Let’s be the cozy hearth where our neighbors find support. This holiday, we will build bridges of compassion that bring us closer together.		Kelly Motter State Farm Agent		389	https://www.facebook.com/agentkelly412/	0										View Edit Delete
2633841	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 9:07 PM	1733881976	1749694027		1987																										youtube.com	Learn more			IMAGE			https://youtu.be/ABtWqJRrItc?si=YKmzc4oUQhSohXr3			1.059785444014E+14	Giving Friends	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469755537_2250112422035518_8821182764730457307_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=m09asx3kJsAQ7kNvgEsc_9e&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYAqi1dr6x5XWNAK_MdjX75I0hjzZXkFEig14Efn_ZULoA&oe=675EB87B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		What a day - with our new #givingfriend Kelly Clarkson Thank you all for the support and kindness - we will continue to sprinkle it everywhere we can! WE ARE GIVING FRIENDS! #GivingMagic #DeliverSmiles The Kelly Clarkson Show https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ah1Dy9ZSp/		Giving Friends		1679	https://www.facebook.com/givingfriendsnyc/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633851	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/29/25, 6:53 AM	1733881978	1745927601		1987																										fertilitylabcourse.com	Learn More			DCO	How Women Prepare for IVF During The Holidays [FREE TRAINING]	{{product.description}}	https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e			3.136569254766E+14	Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469902413_449986571245216_7634755285534026449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QiEF-A7w3i8Q7kNvgHM4HON&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_t7q_gFE9eJEJMa6Y2iLcA&oh=00_AYAvjMYnO0ks_0vGIGW8mxnd-yDRBd8cunxjVIemQfuTRA&oe=675EB423	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Starting IVF in the New Year? The holidays sometimes feel like they get in the way of moving forward on the fertility path. I often hear the disappointment from clients saying that these next weeks are a “waste of time.” Lab closures, postponements and travel might seem like frustrating roadblocks. But they don’t have to be. We can use this window of time to our advantage and actually IMPROVE the chances of a successful IVF with it! The most common pitfalls that women and couples fall into while they wait to start their IVF are: ❌ Thinking that IVF alone can overcome all fertility challenges ❌ Not actually preparing their body to get the most out of their IVF cycle ❌ Not using an integrative approach that actually IMPROVES fertility at its root Think of an IVF cycle like a marathon for the body. Someone wouldn't just show up on race day without having trained ahead of time, would they? There is SO MUCH that can (and should) be done to get ready! I have been helping women prepare for their IVF and get pregnant for over 20 years, even when previous cycles have failed. By using my integrative strategy, women and couples have been able to overcome fertility obstacles and bring home their baby. Learn about the system these women are using over the holidays in this free Masterclass. Watch it HERE 👇 https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e		Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.		174	https://www.facebook.com/renwellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633847	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 5:06 AM	1733881977	1746180395		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/kelly_davitt			1.1382940043467E+14	Kelly-Anne Davitt Studio	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469931895_592793919774855_7327963124901907568_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jpj5O4zDkYYQ7kNvgHu4q7J&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYBS3I7WPqGlzDINmBd05FxnUiuig5zoKrtXl6PN2OlQEw&oe=675EA71F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		From oil paintings to Giclee prints! Monster Munch, Wham Wham Wham Wham and Hubba Bubba Limited Edition Prints are now available from my website shop. Link in bio! #oilpainting #limitededitionprints #monstermunch #wham #kellyannedavitt #artoftheday #painting #artistsoninstagram		Kelly-Anne Davitt Studio		263	https://www.facebook.com/kellyannedavittstudio/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633848	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 10:30 AM	1733881977	1749655830		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						1.3956971614725E+14	Tupelo Farm and Ranch / Hwy 45 Ag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469857052_606698888459593_8286374150188101844_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=keTewHNFaw8Q7kNvgEp5CWt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMv9WsoWepJcJrZmUe4ioza&oh=00_AYDZPZghLGuoxsrxuWjPhtXheGiOTbtLSvwrVU8-i7O5Ow&oe=675EBD63	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		LAND FOR SALE!!! Alrighty folks. God had other plans for Kelly and I, and that was for us to be parents of an amazing 3 year old little girl named Journey. Journey has been a huge blessing in our lives and we are blessed to be able to call her ours now. With that being said, our land on Hwy 45, is now FOR SALE. We had very high ambitions of building our future store Hwy 45 Ag at that location but again, God had another plan for us. We have told several people about us staying at our current location and we have had some yays, and some aw mans. Like I have told several people, looking back at when our kids were younger, I missed alot of activities by thinking I needed to stay late to get inventory done, or place this order, ect. God is giving me another chance and I dont wanna mess this up. So saying all that we have right at 30 acres of land that runs along Executive Drive and Pull Tight Road in Saltillo, MS. There are 2 easements to this property. I forget the exact amount of road frontage that it has along Hwy 45, but its alot. I spent several hours mulching to help clear some land and it really opened it up. This block of land is zoned commercial. $525,000. At the moment we do not want to list this with a realtor. Message us for more details or call 662-401-1890		Tupelo Farm and Ranch / Hwy 45 Ag		5608	https://www.facebook.com/TupeloFarmandRanch/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633856	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/8/25, 3:41 AM	1733881978	1749372117		1987																										elysekellybooks.com	Shop Now			DCO	FLASH SALE ALERT: 30% OFF ALMOST EVERYTHING!	Sale ends December 15th! Don't miss out!	https://elysekellybooks.com/			1.0116943840836E+14	Author Elyse Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469899549_1285585582451299_5599808609530847900_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LhHd8tmQd7QQ7kNvgGKrCYS&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYALscf85TnLc-ZOh_0RRwWP8uu2WwRBqrOp_5WJVu58gw&oe=675ECDBE	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spice up your holiday reading with steamy romance deals you can't resist! From motorcycle bad boys to billionaires, your next book boyfriend is waiting! ⏰ 7 DAYS ONLY: Dec 9-15 💋 30% OFF site-wide (some exclusions apply) ❤️ Feed your romance addiction for less Shop now before these steamy deals disappear! https://elysekellybooks.com		Author Elyse Kelly		517	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorElyseKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633854	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 5:55 AM	1733881978	1749812112		1987																										elysekellybooks.com	Shop Now			DCO	FLASH SALE ALERT: 30% OFF ALMOST EVERYTHING!	Sale ends December 15th! Don't miss out!	https://elysekellybooks.com/			1.0116943840836E+14	Author Elyse Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584130_585768050496046_5689489207352184150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=a1le8nPwb7gQ7kNvgGjRqs3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYBtqRPoYWIpplbRs787lky-oXJG0VHDZMZHldAFDYbAMg&oe=675EC56F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Spice up your holiday reading with steamy romance deals you can't resist! From motorcycle bad boys to billionaires, your next book boyfriend is waiting! ⏰ 7 DAYS ONLY: Dec 9-15 💋 30% OFF site-wide (some exclusions apply) ❤️ Feed your romance addiction for less Shop now before these steamy deals disappear! https://elysekellybooks.com		Author Elyse Kelly		517	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorElyseKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633862	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 6:21 PM	1733881978	1746141669		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	8' x 12' Tool / Garden Shed (New Construction)		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/523091013387313/			1.0183307879138E+14	Terry Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		8' x 12' Tool / Garden Shed (New Construction) - $3,125.00 8x12 Traditional - $3125 - On Sale Keep that mower & tools protected this Winter! Building Specs: Built on Site 8' wide X 12' length x 8'6" height Treated sub floor 54" double doors & keyed lock **Doors on 8' or 12' wall 6' Sidewall Height Factory primed siding & trim 2 pc gable vents 25 yr roof Call / text to schedule free site eval - 816-434-0507 Facebook Marketplace		Terry Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Terry-Kelly-101833078791377/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633860	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 7:56 AM	1733881978	1746190590		1987																										melissahunter.modern-realestateagents.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Get your FREE price update now 🏠📈	Do you know what your property is worth?	https://melissahunter.modern-realestateagents.com/home			1.1854056149827E+15	Melissa Hunter at Kelly Right Real Estate	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469419466_899331588948164_9128584808753056088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nmH4CLaYtPYQ7kNvgGwpSDJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYBsG6VKjN8QjQ1iwTXpEqk2SR4CFExplwOAZsMwupRXYg&oe=675EC70C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🏡 Hey Homeowners, how much is YOUR HOME worth in this current market? You may be interested to hear what the recent market activity has done to the value of your property. 📱📱 Click “Learn More” now to get your updated home value		Melissa Hunter at Kelly Right Real Estate		322	https://www.facebook.com/MelissaHuntereXp/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633863	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881978	1744621475		1987																										fb.me	Learn more			IMAGE	Foot/Ankle Pain Assessment by Podiatric Physicians	We participate with the majority of insurance plans.	http://fb.me/			1.8253956844733E+14	PA Foot & Ankle Associates	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469825217_958676766107452_4950155704034629579_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DpR3ws1OX_oQ7kNvgEIThDA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYAg5eRgR-jS2hDGOi7QNHqzCTl6_kQsVmvYUaE8FztJdg&oe=675EC0A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		ALLENTOWN locals with Foot/Ankle Pain ☹️ We have CUTTING EDGE TREATMENT options that bring our patients RELIEF. Our foot and ankle surgeons are skilled in both advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments. Achieve Lasting Relief for Healthy Feet & Ankle Mobility! Our Patients USED to suffer from… ▶️ Plantar Fasciitis ▶️ Bunion ▶️ Achilles tendonitis ▶️ Ankle pain ▶️ Neuroma ▶️ Diabetic neuropathy or foot pain ▶️ Wounds ▶️ Hammer toes ▶️ Flat feet Our goal is to get our patients back to doing the things they love with the people they love in as painless a way as possible. We Accept Most Medical Insurances & Medicare! Click the “Learn More” button below to claim your spot now! Here is what our patients have to say about us: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have been a patient of PA Foot and Ankle Associates for nearly 10 years, Dr. Rocchio is the doctor I see primarily. When I first went to visit him, I needed surgery. He took great care to (successfully) prevent infection. I continue to see him for diabetic foot care. He is knowledgeable and courteous." - Kelly Walker ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Dr. Tabchi is a wonderful doctor, with a great bedside manner. I have had problems with my foot for years. I went to see him and he really listened to my what I was saying about the pain and treated me. I will definitely recommend him to anyone and will keep going back to him for my foot problems." - Nicole G. Click the “Learn More” button below to claim your spot now!		PA Foot & Ankle Associates		1922	https://www.facebook.com/pafootandankle/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633864	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881978	1744621475		1987																										Vienna Winter Training Program Kickoff Event	INTERESTED			EVENT	Vienna Winter Training Program Kickoff Event	Come try out a training program session for free and then enjoy a fun event back at the store after. This is a great opportunity to see what our training programs are all about! Event Details: - FREE training program session with the Vienna Winter Speed/Interval group and Coach Kelly (all levels welcome - from walkers to marathon runners to everyone in between!) - Post-run holiday snacks and drinks - Exclusive in-store shopping event - everything 20% off (exclusions apply) - Shoe raffle	https://www.facebook.com/events/589637783552448/			195730807679	PR Run & Walk	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469686289_959026276089917_5788946649346919329_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y_cEUI6bapcQ7kNvgHUXgif&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYDZjjobF0tIE8WejIrcchAFYFfKvroDBaT7LFWjIWBdcA&oe=675ECEC4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Come try out a training program session for free and then enjoy a fun event back at the store after. This is a great opportunity to see what our training programs are all about! Event Details: - FREE training program session with the Vienna Winter Speed/Interval group and Coach Kelly (all levels welcome - from walkers to marathon runners to everyone in between!) - Post-run holiday snacks and drinks - Exclusive in-store shopping event - everything 20% off (exclusions apply) - Shoe raffle		PR Run & Walk		21044	https://www.facebook.com/PotomacRiverRunning/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633867	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 5:33 PM	1733881978	1749594798		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469646802_535081762859287_2689872296460655235_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jH74APyVNOkQ7kNvgGiKses&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCizkcBJOgvsnnL1V3FaoK9BECXGbHLNgm5fZ7IHs8bSQ&oe=675ED2D3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633868	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 10:50 PM	1733881978	1749613855		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893138_1223985178683759_7831358551507301992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PjPL5vewGfkQ7kNvgEgGoy2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCnrWXlV0JU8IcQBVYT9NKu9gaRXVqeaa_7imj-loRZuA&oe=675EDB65	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633866	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 10:48 PM	1733881978	1749700131		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469646802_535081762859287_2689872296460655235_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jH74APyVNOkQ7kNvgGiKses&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCizkcBJOgvsnnL1V3FaoK9BECXGbHLNgm5fZ7IHs8bSQ&oe=675ED2D3	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633869	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 2:10 AM	1733881979	1749798653		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893138_1223985178683759_7831358551507301992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PjPL5vewGfkQ7kNvgEgGoy2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYCnrWXlV0JU8IcQBVYT9NKu9gaRXVqeaa_7imj-loRZuA&oe=675EDB65	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633877	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/27/25, 4:19 AM	1733881979	1745745587		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/issaaapanda_			1.0842476202401E+14	issaaapanda_	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469515135_1281243756544574_4348119148697770327_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=mKHjFkT5RX4Q7kNvgGUsJXV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA9ZeDc6iinMHVxzWPS2m3WfTbIZvaSPJRfJT4RcL-aew&oe=675EDA9C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				issaaapanda_		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/issaaapanda_	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633874	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 3:57 PM	1733881979	1746219421		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/issaaapanda_			1.0842476202401E+14	issaaapanda_	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469515135_1281243756544574_4348119148697770327_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=mKHjFkT5RX4Q7kNvgGUsJXV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA9ZeDc6iinMHVxzWPS2m3WfTbIZvaSPJRfJT4RcL-aew&oe=675EDA9C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				issaaapanda_		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/issaaapanda_	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633875	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 11:42 PM	1733881979	1746247348		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/issaaapanda_			1.0842476202401E+14	issaaapanda_	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469515135_1281243756544574_4348119148697770327_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=mKHjFkT5RX4Q7kNvgGUsJXV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA9ZeDc6iinMHVxzWPS2m3WfTbIZvaSPJRfJT4RcL-aew&oe=675EDA9C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				issaaapanda_		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/issaaapanda_	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633872	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881979	1744621475		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469491230_1519877862043385_8245310949253917744_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dtx766kt8ogQ7kNvgFSzy3Y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYAmkSL7ZlSymZFZnJdvT5Q7tzijefP2YxT1g6qSjv0CRg&oe=675EB28B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633873	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881979	1744621475		1987																										theearthlingco.com	Learn More			DCO	Transform Hair Health With Marshmallow Root ✨	100% Satisfaction Guarantee	https://theearthlingco.com/pages/5-reasons-why-shampoo-bar-conditioner-bar-free-soap-dish			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469491230_1519877862043385_8245310949253917744_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dtx766kt8ogQ7kNvgFSzy3Y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYAmkSL7ZlSymZFZnJdvT5Q7tzijefP2YxT1g6qSjv0CRg&oe=675EB28B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why Try Earthling Co. Shampoo? ⭐️ 50,000+ Five Star Reviews 💚 95% Saw an Improvement in Hair Health in 4 Weeks 🍑 Your Hair Will Smell Amazing 🌎 Help Save Our Planet With Zero Plastic Waste ✨ Natural Ingredients & Real Results 💯 100% Satisfaction Guarantee Shop now and try risk-free for 30 days!		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633876	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881979	1744621476		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/issaaapanda_			1.0842476202401E+14	issaaapanda_	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469515135_1281243756544574_4348119148697770327_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=mKHjFkT5RX4Q7kNvgGUsJXV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYA9ZeDc6iinMHVxzWPS2m3WfTbIZvaSPJRfJT4RcL-aew&oe=675EDA9C	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				issaaapanda_		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/issaaapanda_	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633885	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/9/25, 6:41 PM	1733881980	1749512486		1987																											No button			VIDEO	Happy Holidays					2.7222851598026E+14	Liam Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469698120_586385497206240_1955460096233864503_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PG_JrhKR29MQ7kNvgF9exhR&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBEtrk4Bb0Mr-fLb-0AuzjNO53sdVflyzRhc3k5zfwvpw&oe=675EB39D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Liam Kelly		52	https://www.facebook.com/liamkellyforjustice/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633880	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 3:16 AM	1733881979	1749543390		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						4.0192067989688E+14	The Lisa Kelly Voice Academy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469864687_551567064521406_3642229818935495369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hElwUaITFDoQ7kNvgF11pB_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYBqt1TRLpo-O8ke0h0ybJZnwIjaZqWKBaBx1qRqLAHN0Q&oe=675EAC81	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Give the gift of music this season! Now taking registrations for January 2025 Open to all levels of singers ❤️		The Lisa Kelly Voice Academy		8240	https://www.facebook.com/TheLisaKellyVoiceAcademy/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633883	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/10/25, 10:28 PM	1733881980	1749612507		1987																											Shop now			IMAGE			https://www.cobashirt.shop/collections/the-bad-news-bears			1.060967118069E+14	Cobashirt	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469872530_3977309709258780_3920363523478099856_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hCXCwrK2bgcQ7kNvgEA4Ehu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYDEc4HZYcCDlR3WHDfWWIyKVhV2ssxfvXNJ9c1sjZ-0DQ&oe=675ED84E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Limited Edition - The Bad News Bears Order here => https://www.cobashirt.shop/collections/the-bad-news-bears		Cobashirt		475	https://www.facebook.com/100084539452322/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633882	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 9:27 PM	1733881980	1749781649		1987																														IMAGE						1.5914778395926E+14	Journal of Intelligence MDPI	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469064750_8988635587868288_6021407002363458762_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dXdRn8JHfNgQ7kNvgFkUYyJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AXuEqnovfGHuOGF0GR7vryY&oh=00_AYDZz9RGEvn0y9oGV_oB56nZs0j7ZVs1baiBLQqMASCggg&oe=675EA612	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Paper collection (14 papers) on "Spatial Intelligence and Learning" Read the excellent papers here: https://bit.ly/3ZCFnyQ Editors: Susan C. Levine The University of Chicago, Nora S. Newcombe Temple University and Kelly S. Mix University of Maryland		Journal of Intelligence MDPI		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555223054203/	0										View Edit Delete
2633892	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 11:32 AM	1733881980	1749745956		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Kelly Wearstler Chandelier		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1605624107020464/			4.015037597225E+14	Mandy Clark		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Kelly Wearstler Chandelier - CA$4,000.00 Stunning Gold chandelier, used in a Jenny Martin Custom Designed home. Taken down and available for delivery. $8,000 new. Reasonable offers considered. Facebook Marketplace		Mandy Clark		0	https://www.facebook.com/Mandy-Clark-401503759722495/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633888	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881980	1744621476		1987																										naked-horse.com	Learn more			VIDEO	BUCK OFF - Used by Vets & TEAM GB Riders		https://naked-horse.com/collections/wellness-products/products/buck-off-nootropic-calming-horse-supplement			1.0968582818999E+14	Neighked - Naked Horse	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/463791796_913635093958721_3244414525146432943_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LP6TmXdgxYsQ7kNvgFGOihW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYAaC3PznwlQ5MGhp7LRsqREDRUlXVi-r663XjnHRPalhQ&oe=675ECF86	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		You’ve tried horse calmers before? � But have you tried BUCK OFF yet? 🐴 😇 BUCK OFF was actually formulated off the back of one of our natural human supplements (separate company) for anxiety and depression making it very different to the usual “calmers”. BUCK OFF will not make your horse sleepy, dopey or even dull their spark in the ring! It simply aims to help your horse to deal with situations in a more relaxed and happy way! This is why professionals like Gubby Leech (5* eventer) and Team GB Rider, Sameh El Dahan, use BUCK OFF to help their horses to relax but with super sharp focus so they can get the best out of them. Equally, we have lots of happy hackers who use BUCK OFF to enjoy a more relaxing hack, just like our customer Kelly Spencer-Fleet in this video! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our customers have enjoyed: 🐴 Improved Behaviour 🦄 Anxiety Relief 🐴 Improved Concentration 🦄 Hormone Balancing 🐴 Non-Drowsy Formula BUCK OFF is also used and recommended by VETS. LOVE it or RETURN it guarantee 💯- that’s how confident we are that we can help your horse! #nakedhorse		Neighked - Naked Horse		15354	https://www.facebook.com/nakedhorseofficialglobal/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633890	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881980	1744621476		1987																										hunled.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️😍O que acontece a seguir👉Clique aqui para continuar lendo👉	🔥Mais grandes romances aqui🔥	https://hunled.com/market/buenovela/3?lpid=15216&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0561450262558E+14	Casa dos livros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469790264_568255932492981_289570832324919784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RWn0Kh8vhFQQ7kNvgHvsMGl&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYCQCB7eGwX2pPrTlgFg_tjeUhsy-ZyojhAM4FwFnR0knA&oe=675ED51C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Cheguei em casa depois de um dia puxado e meus pais estavam me esperando na sala. - Catarina, senta aí que precisamos conversar. – Meu pai falou e parecia bem nervoso. - Pode falar, pai, o que aconteceu? – Perguntei ao meu pai cansado, eu tinha trabalhado o dia todo, ido pra faculdade à noite e, ao chegar em casa, a única coisa que eu queria era tomar um banho e cair na cama. Mas não foi possível. - Catarina, chegou o convite de casamento da sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. - Aquela mulherzinha não é minha prima! – Falei já ficando nervosa. - Catarina, ela é a sua prima. – Minha mãe falou. – É melhor você parar com esse ataque de infantilidade. A Melissa já bateu nela e fez um escândalo aqui em casa. Agora chega! Ela é filha da minha irmã, portanto é sua prima. - Me desculpa, mãe, mas ela não é nada pra mim. – Tentei manter a calma. – Ela ficou com o meu namorado na minha cama, isso não é coisa que se faça. Eu namorava o Cláudio há quatro anos, ele foi meu primeiro namorado, e o encontrei na minha cama, no meu quarto, transando com a Kelly, minha prima! Eu fiquei em choque. Claro que a Melissa, minha melhor amiga, partiu pra cima deles. Desde então as coisas ficaram tensas em minha casa, pois meus pais insistiam que era uma bobagem e que eu deveria agir como se nada tivesse acontecido e voltasse a conviver com a minha prima. - Errado foi ele, Catarina, que era seu namorado. – Minha mãe argumentou. – A Kelly, coitada, foi seduzida, ele a desonrou, agora vai se casar com ela pra ela não ficar mal falada na cidade. - Ah, mãe! Me poupe e se poupe! A cidade inteira sabe que a Kelly é uma vadia... – Perdi a paciência. - Catarina, olha o vocabulário! – Meu pai chamou a minha atenção. – Olha aqui, se você não quer conviver com a Kelly tudo bem, mas você vai a esse casamento. E chega desse comportamento grosseiro. - Eu o quê? – Achei que eu tinha ouvido errado. - Você vai ao casamento da sua prima, Catarina. Isso é uma ordem! Nós somos os seus pais e você vai obedecer. – Minha mãe falava brava comigo, como se eu fosse a errada nessa situação. - Sinto muito, mãe, mas eu não vou! Eu sigo as regras de vocês, eu sou uma boa filha, mas dessa vez não vai dar. Eu fui a ofendida! Eu tenho todo o direito de não querer ser a piada da família mais. – Falei já chorando. - CHEGA, CATARINA! – Meu pai gritou e me assustou. – Você vai a esse casamento e ponto final. - Mas, pai... - Não quero saber, Catarina! É importante pra sua mãe manter a paz na família. Então você vai e pronto. – Meu pai falou não dando margem para questionamentos. Fui para o meu quarto e passei a noite chorando. No dia seguinte contei tudo para a Melissa, que não perdeu tempo, arrumou os convites para um baile de máscaras, evento de gala, falando para os meus pais que seria importantíssimo para a minha carreira, já que os empresários mais importantes da cidade estariam lá, eu faria contatos muito importantes e nossos professores haviam prometido nos apresentar a vários empresários que abririam portas para o nosso futuro profissional. Em princípio meus pais não estavam muito convencidos, mas os pais da Melissa conversaram com eles e os convenceram de que seria uma excelente oportunidade para o meu futuro. Então eles concordaram que eu deveria aproveitar a oportunidade. - Catarina, você não pode me dizer não! Já comprei os convites, as máscaras e já até convenci seus pais de que é um evento importantíssimo para o seu futuro profissional, o que me deu um trabalhão. Essa festa vai ser incrível e você não vai perder! – Melissa, falava e me olhava com os olhos de um cachorrinho abandonado, juntando as mãos como se suplicando. Eu estava sentada em minha mesa no trabalho, no meio da tarde de uma quinta feira, entre anotar recados e fazer ligações, e a Mel apareceu com café, bolinhos de chocolate e essa insistência para eu aceitar ir no baile de máscaras que acontecia anualmente e era o maior evento em nossa cidade. - Ai, Mel, como é que pode eu não conseguir dizer não pra você? Está bem, eu vou! Eu concordei em ir ao baile, mas eu ainda não tinha certeza. De qualquer forma eu iria dormir na casa da Mel para fugir do casamento, mas não iria à festa, contudo, Melissa tanto fez que me convenceu a ir pra festa. No sábado nos arrumamos na casa dela. - Quê isso, hein, amiga! Tá gata demais! – Ela me entregou uma máscara dourada, linda, toda trabalhada como se fosse uma renda, que cobria até o nariz e eu a coloquei. Eu usava um vestido de cetim vermelho brilhante e a máscara combinou perfeitamente. – Então, estamos prontas? - Sim estamos prontas. – Respondi e peguei minha bolsa. – Ih, esqueci meu perfume. - Não, tem problema, você vai usar o perfume novo da minha mãe. Ela não se importa. Quando o Fernando, namorado da Mel, nos viu sorriu, deu um beijo na Mel e disse: - Garotas, vocês estão lindíssimas! Acho que você vai sair dessa festa com um namorado novo, Cat. - Sem namorado, Nando. Na verdade, eu acho que é melhor eu ficar, eu não estou no clima pra festa. Por favor, Mel, deixa eu ficar? CAPÍTULO 2: O grande baile, a tequila, os cosmopolitans e o estranho irresistível Não teve jeito, minha amiga me arrastou para o baile. Logo que entramos a Mel nos arrastou para o bar e falou no meu ouvido: - A festa é open bar, então hoje você vai beber para afogar de vez a tristeza! –A Mel me entregou dois shots de tequila e com mais dois em suas mãos me falou: - Vamos virar! – viramos a tequila e o Fernando já entregava uma taça de cosmopolitan para cada uma. Melissa me arrastou para a pista de dança e até que eu estava me divertindo. Começou uma música lenta e o Nando e a Mel começaram a dançar agarradinhos, aproveitei a deixa e me encaminhei para o buffet, mas não consegui chegar, senti uma mão puxando a minha e quando olhei para trás havia um homem com uma máscara preta sorrindo pra mim, e que sorriso! Ele beijou minha mão e me puxou para perto dizendo no meu ouvido com uma voz rouca: - A mulher mais linda do salão não vai me negar uma dança, vai? - E por que não? Vamos dançar. – Sorri pra ele. Era impossível resistir aquela voz rouca sedutora e aquele sorriso lindo meio de lado! Ele era alto, ombros largos, um sorriso encantador e olhos azuis, tão azuis que eram quase violeta. Ele tinha uma boca que convidava ao pecado, cabelos castanhos, e quando me puxou pela cintura eu apoiei as mãos em seu corpo e percebi que ele era uma parede de músculos bem definidos. Embora a máscara não permitisse ver seu rosto, ele era muito charmoso e encantador. - Eu estava observando você desde que chegou. – Aquele homem, com ar misterioso, falou no meu ouvido. – Você é tão linda! - Você é gentil. Mas você não é da cidade, é? – Ele tinha uma presença forte, emanava poder. - Não. Um amigo me convenceu a vir a essa festa. - Parece que temos algo em comum, meus amigos também me convenceram a vir. - Sorte minha! - E por que? – Sorri. - Porque eu fiquei fascinado quando te vi. Você é muito linda. – Enquanto ele falava no meu ouvido eu ia me arrepiando, sentindo meu rosto esquentar e o corpo formigar, ele realmente me encantou. - Mesmo com a máscara? - Mesmo com a máscara! Você é linda demais. - Você é um sedutor. - Você me acha sedutor? - Você sabe que é. E lindo também. - Que bom que você gosta do que vê. – Eu me senti um pouco zonza, não sei se pela bebida ou pelo perfume delicioso que aquele homem usava. Acabei tropeçando nos meus próprios pés. - Você está bem? - Acho que preciso de um pouco de ar. - Vem comigo. - Ele me puxou para um corredor sem iluminação que dava para uma saída de emergência e ficou assoprando o meu rosto. – Eu quero muito te beijar. Posso? – Eu fiz que sim com a cabeça. Ele olhou nos meus olhos, segurou a minha nuca e nossos lábios se encontraram, começou lento, mas foi se aprofundando, ele me encostou na parede e o beijo se intensificou ainda mais, quase nos roubando o fôlego, quando ele interrompeu o beijo para respirarmos, nos olhamos nos olhos, foi como jogar gasolina no fogo, ele passou a mão pela minha cintura, desceu até minha coxa e puxou minha perna para sua cintura. Eu já estava completamente entregue nesse momento, sentindo seu corpo contra o meu, eu fiquei louca de tesão e o puxei para mais perto envolvendo sua cintura com minha perna. - Você beija bem! – Sorri pra ele e senti meu corpo todo se arrepiar. – Ah, linda, você é incrível, eu quero muito você, aqui, agora! – ele disse entre beijos e enfiou a mão sob o meu vestido o puxando pra cima e chegando a minha calcinha. Eu estava em chamas quando ele enfiou a mão dentro da minha calcinha e gemeu. – Ah! Que delícia! Tão quente, tão molhadinha! – Disse e me beijou com mais força, enquanto abria o zíper da sua calça. Com um movimento rápido, de quem já tinha feito aquilo antes, ele rasgou minha calcinha e acariciou minha entrada, como se pedisse permissão. Olhou nos meus olhos de novo e me perguntou: - O que você quer que eu faça? - Eu quero que você esteja dentro de mim agora! – Respondi sem nenhum pudor, eu já estava arfando de tanto tesão. Eu não resisti aqueles olhos e aquela voz rouca. Eu nunca fui assim, normalmente eu teria me desvencilhado dele no momento em que me puxou pela mão, mas aquela noite eu havia prometido a mim mesma que iria me divertir e se aparecesse alguém interessante eu viveria o momento. E era o que eu estava fazendo, vivendo aquele momento. Ao me ouvir, ele foi entrando em mim devagar, observando eu encostar minha cabeça na parede e aproveitar cada centímetro dele, e ele era enorme. Ele aproveitou para espalhar beijos pelo meu pescoço. Quando acabou de entrar ele parou e falou entre beijos no meu ouvido: - Agora eu vou me mexer. – E começou a sair, só pra entrar de novo com toda força dessa vez, e foi uma delícia, eu estava completamente entregue e enlouquecida com os movimentos dele que entrava e saia de mim freneticamente. Nos descontrolamos e nos entregamos totalmente, como se não tivesse nada ao nosso redor, eu senti uma névoa em meus olhos e o climax começando a se formar e gemi baixinho no ouvido dele, nesse momento parece que ele enlouqueceu, puxou minha outra perna para sua cintura e eu o entrelacei. Me beijando intensamente ele entrava e saia com mais força ainda em mim, era o paraíso na terra. Eu gozei gemendo na boca dele e foi um climax incrível, mas ele continuou o movimento e logo outro climax se formou, e gozei novamente, um climax ainda maior que o anterior que me deixou sem fôlego, enquanto eu gozava ele me disse baixinho que estava no limite me sentindo pulsar ao seu redor, logo eu senti o gozo dele quente dentro de mim. Ficamos ali encostados naquela parede, totalmente sem fôlego, a testa dele encostada a minha. Enquanto me beijava, ele começou a sair de mim e eu estava completamente bem comida, como diria a Melissa. Eu sorri e ele me olhou, me deu um selinho e disse: - Você é realmente incrível! Gentilmente ele baixou minhas pernas até meus pés tocarem o chão, colocou o meu vestido em ordem, arrumou sua calça e me abraçou. Isso foi tão íntimo, tão afetuoso, apesar da loucura daquele encontro e da ferocidade com que nos entregamos, ele ainda era cuidadoso comigo. Eu nunca tinha tido uma relação tão maravilhosa, mas eu só tinha transado com meu ex até então. E meu ex nunca tinha se preocupado em me abraçar depois, nem se preocupava com meu prazer, para ele a coisa se resumia a entrar e sair até ele estar satisfeito, então, o fato de um homem se preocupar comigo, com meu prazer, cuidar de mim, foi novidade, e uma novidade incrível. Ele me deu um beijo no pescoço e perguntou no meu ouvido: - Então, linda, eu ainda não sei o seu nome. – Levei segundos para processar e finalmente me dar conta de que acabei de transar com um completo estranho e nem sei o nome dele. Quando eu ia abrir a boca pra falar, ele puxou o celular do bolso e me pediu um minuto para atender. Se afastou um pouco e só pude ouvir ele elevando a voz e dizendo: - O que você disse? – Nesse momento aquele estranho saiu correndo como se tivesse se esquecido de mim, ou como se só estivesse fugindo da rapariga que comeu rapidinho na festa. Mas e daí? Foda-se eu só estava me divertindo também e eu nem sabia quem era o cara e ele não sabia quem eu era. Tudo certo. Me recompus, procurei minha calcinha rasgada inutilmente, onde ele a teria jogado eu não faço ideia, e saí daquele corredor. Voltei pra mesa e encontrei a Mel e o Nando se agarrando. Logo eles pararam e focaram em mim: - Mel, acho que encontrei o Lobo Mau! – Eu ri e ela riu comigo. - Quando chegarmos em casa quero saber tudo! - Claro que quer! – respondi com os olhos brilhando. - Príncipe, acho que já podemos ir. O que acha, Cat? - Eu estou pronta quando vocês quiserem! – falei virando um copo de água. - Então vamos, garotas! – Fernando falou e nos conduziu para a saída. Mal chegamos e a Mel já foi me ordenando: - Conta tudo, quem é, como foi, como não foi, tudo. Eu ri e contei tudo pra ela, quando terminei de falar minha amiga me olhava de boca aberta e me perguntou: - Vocês usaram camisinha, né? Meu coração disparou! A gente não usou preservativo. E eu balancei a cabeça em negativa para ela, eu estava em choque por me dar conta do quão descuidada eu fui. Ela já foi logo me acalmando: - Não, Cat, calma. Com certeza não vai dar nada. Mas você deve fazer uns exames para garantir que está tudo bem. Vou na cozinha preparar um chá pra gente. Não surta! CAPÍTULO 3: Chegou a hora da verdade Na segunda, na hora do almoço, encontrei a Mel e ela me entregou uma sacolinha de uma loja chique. Olhei pra ela sem entender. - Minha mãe mandou eu te entregar. Ela disse que ele é perfeito para você e não combina com ela. – A Mel falou com um grande sorriso. Abri a sacolinha e lá dentro estava o perfume que eu usei para ir ao baile. Eu abri um grande sorriso. Eu amei aquele perfume e ele era parte da melhor noite da minha vida. Liguei para o laboratório e fui informada que precisaria apresentar um pedido médico para fazer os exames pelo plano de saúde. Graças a Deus a empresa pagava plano de saúde para os funcionários, porque se não, não sei o que faria, meu salário não era alto e o pouco que sobrava depois de cobrir as despesas da faculdade eu ajudava em casa, já que minha mãe não trabalhava fora e meu pai também não ganhava muito como motorista. Então marquei o médico que só tinha horário para quinze dias depois e aguardei agoniada. Quanto mais os dias passavam mais nervosa eu estava, a Mel fazia de tudo para me acalmar. Na data marcada ela foi comigo ao médico. Com a lista de exames nas mãos ela mesma marcou o laboratório e fez questão de me acompanhar. Já tinham se passado três semanas desde a festa quando eu finalmente consegui fazer os exames. Os resultados saíram cinco dias depois e eu voltei ao médico. Claro que a Mel estava comigo. O médico verificou os resultados e me olhou nos olhos: - Srta. Catarina, sua saúde está ótima. Você está saudável. Mas, daqui pra frente terá que se cuidar melhor. Eu respirei aliviada Ele continuou falando: - Parabéns, você está grávida! Vou encaminhá-la para um ginecologista obstetra para que você faça o pré natal.... Eu não ouvi mais nada, só o sangue pulsando em meus ouvidos. Eu não podia acreditar nisso! Grávida? Como eu iria explicar? Não é possível. Na primeira vez que deixo a racionalidade de lado acabo grávida e nem sei quem é o pai! A Mel segurava minha mão e repetia: - Calma, Cat, vai ficar tudo bem! Como ficaria tudo bem? Eu nem sabia quem era o pai. Eu teria que contar isso para os meus pais, sua única filha acabaria com eles. Eles ficariam decepcionados, iriam me odiar, me colocariam pra fora de casa. Como eu ia explicar que não sei nem como é a cara do pai do meu filho? Eu já estava hiperventilando. De repente, senti o médico pegando minha mão e falando calmamente: - Filha, calma! A situação, pelo que percebo, não é a melhor, mas você não pode ficar nervosa assim, isso fará mal para o seu bebê, agora você tem que se cuidar por ele. Tenho certeza que as pessoas que te amam vão te apoiar e ajudar. Mas você precisa se acalmar, porque só você pode cuidar para que esse bebê se desenvolva saudável e nasça forte. Você me compreende? O médico pediu a secretária para trazer um chá de camomila para mim e enquanto eu bebia o chá e tentava me acalmar ele passava todas as informações para a Melissa que ouvia tudo atentamente. Saímos do consultório e a Melissa me levou para uma lanchonete dizendo que nós precisávamos comer alguma coisa. Logo que me sentei senti as lágrimas caírem. Minha amiga me abraçou e me disse mais uma vez que eu não estava sozinha. Olhei para ela e disse: - A única certeza que tenho agora é que quero você e o Nando como padrinhos do meu filho, porque sei que vocês vão apoiá-lo e dar a ele muito amor. Os olhos dela brilharam e ela explodiu em lágrimas e soluçando me respondeu: - Eu vou ser a melhor madrinha do mundo e vou estar sempre perto do nosso bebê! E tenho certeza que o Nando vai ficar muito feliz também! Ela garantiu que estaria ao meu lado sempre, deixou claro que eu não passaria por nada sozinha e que estaria comigo quando eu fosse falar com meus pais. Meus pais... ai! Comecei a raciocinar e decidi que não iria esconder deles nem por um dia, ia contar naquela noite mesmo, não iria a faculdade, pois iria pra casa falar com eles. A Mel logo me apoiou e disse: - Então vamos, eu estou com você! Quando chegamos em minha casa meus pais se assustaram e minha mãe já veio toda preocupada: - Meninas, vocês não foram a aula hoje? Está tudo bem? - Não muito, mãe. Eu preciso falar com vocês. Meus pais perceberam logo que era algo muito sério. Nos sentamos todos na sala e eu contei a eles o que estava acontecendo e que eu fui irresponsável e fiquei com um estranho na festa, não entrei em detalhes obviamente, mas deixei claro que não poderia encontrar o pai do meu filho de novo. A decepção nos olhos deles era evidente. Minha mãe soluçava de tanto chorar e dizia que eu estava arruinada. Meu pai até então não havia dito nada. A Melissa vendo como minha mãe estava nervosa foi logo na cozinha e voltou com um copo de água com açúcar para ela. Melissa sempre dá água com açúcar pra quem está nervoso dizendo que acalma, eu nunca entendi isso. Por fim, meu pai falou: - Você cometeu um erro muito grande e não tem volta. Ouvir meu pai enfatizar que eu errei fez meu coração doer ainda mais. Eu comecei a chorar e fui falando: - Eu sei, pai, eu fui irresponsável. Mas agora não tem jeito. Eu vou deixar a faculdade para poder criar meu filho. E já vou fazer minha mala... - Fazer a mala? Você está muito enganada se acha que vai sair dessa casa assim. Você errou, nos decepcionou, mas nós te amamos, vamos superar isso e vamos ajudar você. Você não está sozinha, minha filha! E essa criança também não! – Meu pai disse isso e meu coração se encheu de esperança. - Mas pai, eu envergonhei vocês... - Você não é a primeira e não será a última mãe solteira nesse mundo. Nós gostaríamos que as coisas fossem diferentes para você, que não fossem tão difíceis. Você sempre foi tão responsável! Mas, se é assim, nós vamos enfrentar isso. Você não vai deixar a faculdade, mais do que nunca você precisa crescer na vida para cuidar do seu filho, você vai ser mãe solteira, sua responsabilidade é muito grande. Nós vamos te ajudar e, mesmo que seja com dificuldade, vai dar tudo certo. A Melissa já estava chorando e logo falou com os meus pais: - Sr. Antônio, Dona Celina, vocês contem comigo, vou ajudar em tudo! Até porque eu sou a madrinha desse bebê, a Cat é como uma irmã pra mim, e vou estar sempre por perto. Meus pais olharam para ela com gratidão. Eu olhei para aqueles três me sentindo completamente abençoada por tê-los em minha vida, cheia de amor por eles e um sentimento totalmente novo por aquele serzinho que ainda crescia dentro de mim e que eu acabava de descobrir a existência! Por mais difícil que fosse ser mãe solteira, aquela noite no baile foi a melhor noite da minha vida. Eu nunca vou poder esquecer aqueles olhos azuis violeta me olhando com adoração durante nosso encontro furtivo e tudo o que meu corpo experimentou naquela noite. Eu sempre teria essa doce lembrança comigo. Os meses seguintes foram difíceis. Guardei em uma caixa o vestido, os sapatos, a máscara e o perfume que a mãe da Mel me deu. Em dias difíceis eu abria aquela caixa e revivia em minha memória aquela noite. Embora eu tenha tido uma gravidez tranquila, os comentários e a maldade das pessoas era difícil suportar. Para piorar, depois que se casaram, meu ex e minha prima foram morar com os pais dela, que moravam na mesma rua que nós, e eles faziam questão de me humilhar com comentários maldosos sempre que me viam e espalharam no bairro inteiro que eu não sabia quem era o pai do meu filho e que eu era uma perdida, por isso que o Cláudio me deixou. Eu queria matá-los! A mãe da Kelly, que era irmã da minha mãe, também não perdia a oportunidade de ir lá em casa nos atormentar, dizendo que ainda bem que a filha dela não era como eu, que era uma boa moça, que tinha se casado com um homem decente. Parecia ter esquecido que aquela puta roubou meu namorado e transou com ele na minha cama. Mas eu engolia tudo, não valia a pena bater boca com essa gente e eu não queria transmitir sentimentos ruins ao meu filho. Quanto mais os dias passavam, mais eu amava aquele bebê, eu não tinha ideia que poderia existir um amor assim. Tudo o que eu fazia, fazia por ele. Eu o protegeria de tudo, eu daria a minha vida por ele. E, por incrível que pareça, com a gravidez parecia que todas as coisas fluíam para o meu bem, tudo ia se encaminhando e dando certo. Descobri que eu teria um menino e decidi que se chamaria Pedro. E assim foi. Pedro nasceu saudável, com um par de imensos olhos azuis violeta que nunca me deixariam esquecer da noite que mudou a minha vida, mas que foi a melhor noite que eu vivi! Eu nunca esqueceria aquele homem! CAPÍTULO 4: Depois da faculdade Quando eu me formei, Pedro já estava com dois anos. A essa altura ele já andava para todos os lados, sempre agarrado na vovó, que foi a primeira palavrinha que ele disse. Era um menino lindo, cabelinhos amigos bem lisinhos, pele clara, um nariz arrebitadinho e aqueles enormes olhos violeta que me faziam suspirar. Ele era o meu sol! E agora eu teria mais tempo pra ele. Após a formatura meu chefe me chamou para conversar, ele era um ótimo chefe, disse que estava muito feliz comigo na empresa, mas sabia que eu merecia chegar muito longe, então eu deveria procurar emprego na minha área, que ele compreenderia. Garantiu que meu emprego na construtora seria meu enquanto eu quisesse e que se eu saísse e não desse certo eu teria para onde voltar. Mas que eu deveria buscar algo na minha área de formação, para dar um futuro muito melhor para o meu filho. Eu fiquei muito emocionada com isso e aceitei o seu bom conselho. Contei pra Melissa e ela logo me disse que ia falar com o pai dela para que ele acionasse alguns contatos. E não demorou, o Sr. Otávio Lascuran, pai da Mel, me chamou no escritório dele e me entregou um cartão, me dizendo: - Catarina, sei que você é uma ótima garota e uma boa profissional. Falei com um amigo e ele conseguiu uma entrevista para você no Grupo Mellendez, é para o cargo de assistente do CEO do grupo. Se você conseguir esse emprego vai exercer sua profissão em uma empresa global, é um excelente cargo, mas não é aqui em Campanário. Você teria que se mudar para Porto Paraíso. Eu sei que é um passo enorme, mas acho que você deveria considerar, vai ser excelente para você. Enfim, envie um e-mail para o endereço eletrônico no cartão com a sua resposta desistindo da vaga ou aceitando a entrevista virtual. - Sr. Lascuran, eu não tenho palavras para agradecer! Vocês sempre foram tão bons comigo! O Grupo Mellendez é um dos maiores conglomerados de empresas do país! Trabalhar lá é um sonho! Eu vou aceitar a entrevista sim, se tiver que me mudar eu vou, sei que será uma grande oportunidade. – falei com convicção, pois não seria ruim me afastar daquelas pessoas maldosas da minha família, principalmente agora que a “rainha” Kelly estava grávida e a mãe dela resolveu pedir tudo que é do Pedro pro rebento do casal canalha! Ainda bem que minha mãe disse a ela que isso era um absurdo, mas que de qualquer forma seria impossível, pois eu já havia dado tudo que não servia mais para o Pedro para uma conhecida que estava grávida. Minha mãe andava muito chateada com a irmã, pois ela estava sempre se desfazendo do meu filho, sempre se referia a ele como o menino sem pai e isso magoou muito minha mãe. Indo embora dessa cidade, só vou lamentar em deixar meus pais e meus amigos, mas sei que eles vão me apoiar mais uma vez. Agradeci ao Sr. Lascuran e sai do escritório. Cheguei a minha mesa e falei com o meu chefe, outro Sr. Lascuran, mas ele não gostava de ser chamado assim então o chamava pelo nome: - Aldo, seu irmão conseguiu uma entrevista pra mim no Grupo Mellendez. Ele sorriu: - Eu sei, ele acabou de me ligar, acho que você deve agarrar a oportunidade, se não der certo você volta. Sorri pra ele e fui logo enviar o e-mail para marcar a entrevista. Recebi rapidamente a confirmação de que a entrevista seria no dia seguinte às dez horas da manhã, já que eu já havia tomado a iniciativa de enviar o meu currículo, a entrevista seria rápida. Naquela noite em casa falei com os meus pais que entenderam, mesmo se preocupando em como eu ia cuidar de uma criança sozinha em outra cidade e ficando chorosos porque ficariam longe do neto. Me apoiaram como sempre e ficaram felizes com a oportunidade que eu recebi. Pedi que eles não contassem para ninguém. Quando a Mel chegou, ela ia todos os dias ver o afilhado, contei tudo e ela me ajudou a me preparar para o dia seguinte. Na hora da entrevista, fui para a sala de reuniões do meu trabalho, meu chefe havia me liberado, me sentei e esperei a chamada. Fui entrevistada por uma senhora muito gentil e inteligente, Sra. Mariana Toledo. Foi muito agradável, conversamos por duas horas, ela me passou todas as informações do cargo, salário e benefícios, no final ela me disse: - Catarina, você está contratada! Você vai me substituir, já que eu estou indo para um cargo de diretoria na filial de Londres, então você ocupará meu cargo aqui. De modo que gostaria que você começasse o mais rápido possível, pois eu viajo daqui a dez dias e gostaria de lhe passar tudo antes de ir. E também não gostaria de reagendar a minha partida. Quando você pode começar? - Eu preciso apenas que meu chefe me libere, mas creio que posso estar aí na segunda. – Já era sexta, será que o Aldo concordaria em me liberar ainda hoje? - Perfeito. Você pode me enviar um e-mail confirmando depois de falar com ele. Você tem alguma dúvida? - Não, senhora. Está tudo claro. -Ótimo! Bem vinda ao Grupo Mellendez, tenho certeza que você vai se sair muito bem. Te espero na segunda. Ela encerrou a chamada e meu coração estava disparado, eu tinha conseguido. O emprego era ótimo, o salário melhor ainda e eu ainda teria chance de progredir. Era um sonho. Mas era hora de correr para resolver tudo. Fui imediatamente falar com meu chefe. Ele ficou feliz, ligou para a contabilidade e mandou fazer meu acerto imediatamente. Após o acerto ele me liberou, disse que eu teria sempre um lugar para voltar se precisasse, mas que sabia que eu iria me dar muito bem. O agradeci por tudo e saí. Mandei o e-mail de confirmação para a Sra. Mariana, dizendo que na segunda, às oito da manhã, estaria na empresa, e fui logo falar com a Mel e o pai dela, tinha que agradecer. E aí foi a Mel quem me surpreendeu: - O que você achou, que ia levar meu afilhado embora assim? Não vai mesmo! Meu pai conseguiu uma entrevista para mim na Lince Mundi em Porto Paraíso. Eu vou me mudar com você e vamos morar juntas. O que acha? Isso era perfeito! Fiquei muito feliz, mas logo perguntei: - Mel, mas e o Nando? - O Nando já pediu na empresa a transferência dele pra filial de Porto Paraíso, lá ele terá mais oportunidades também. Ele vai daqui a quinze dias. Amiga, vida nova para nós três. Eu estava muito feliz. A Mel já havia orquestrado tudo. O Nando ia nos levar e ela ficaria com o Pedro para eu trabalhar até conseguirmos a creche. Ela já tinha três creches para visitar e o pai dela já havia disponibilizado um apartamento mobiliado na cidade pra gente. Era bom demais, eu estava até com medo. Percebendo, a Mel me cutucou e me disse: - Aprenda a aceitar as coisas boas que a vida te oferece! Eu sorri pra ela e fomos para a casa dos meus pais. Era hora de dar a notícia e nos despedir. Porto Paraíso fica do outro lado do país, então ficaríamos sem nos ver um tempo. Meus pais ficaram felizes, até eu dizer que partiria na manhã seguinte, aí a despedida foi uma tristeza. Era difícil deixá-los para trás, mas era necessário. Com o salário que eu receberia, poderia ajudá-los agora. Isso era bom. Na manhã seguinte o Nando e a Mel chegaram pontualmente. O pai da Mel deu uma caminhonete de presente para ela, o que facilitou muito fazer nossa mudança. O Nando colocou tudo na caminhonete e lá fomos nós, seria o dia todo na estrada. Chegamos a Porto Paraíso já era tarde da noite de sábado, Pedrinho estava muito cansado, se divertiu muito durante a viagem, era tudo novidade. Nos acomodamos, pedimos comida e depois de comer fomos dormir. No domingo percorremos a cidade reconhecendo tudo, Porto Paraíso era uma cidade muito grande, cheia de indústrias, muito moderna, ficava no litoral e o porto atraia muitos negócios para a cidade, era um centro urbano de primeiro mundo. O apartamento em que iríamos morar ficava perto de uma das creches que a Mel havia contactado, isso era ótimo, e também não ficava longe da empresa, de metrô eu chegaria em vinte minutos. Era lindo, decorado em estilo moderno e bem arejado e iluminado, com janelas enormes. À noite deixamos o Nando no aeroporto e de volta em casa fomos descansar, o dia seguinte seria um grande dia, eu começaria no emprego e a Mel faria sua entrevista virtual e marcaria com a diretora da creche perto do apartamento para irmos conhecer e conversar. Coloquei meu filho na cama, ele estava cansado de tanto que se divertiu hoje. Eu observei por um tempo seu soninho tranquilo e estava confiante de que aqui nós teríamos uma vida muito boa. Pedro agora tinha seu próprio quarto, eu e a Mel combinamos de comprar umas coisinhas para deixar bem a nossa cara, dar um toque pessoal. Peguei a babá eletrônica e fui para o meu quarto. Abri uma das minhas caixas e comecei a arrumar tudo ali. Quando abri a última caixa, tirei dela a caixa com minhas lembranças da noite do baile, a abri, passei a mão por aquele vestido lindo e suspirei mais uma vez. Peguei o perfume e pensei, “por que não?”, a partir de amanhã eu usaria esse perfume todos os dias, meu salário era bom e quando esse acabasse eu poderia comprar outro. Guardei a caixa, deixei o perfume sobre a penteadeira e fui dormir cheia de expectativas com essa vida nova que se abria a minha frente. CAPÍTULO 5: Meu novo chefe é muito estressado Me apresentei na empresa às oito da manhã. Fui muito bem recebida pela Sra. Mariana, que me apresentou todo mundo e todos foram gentis. O chefe não estava lá, estava viajando e chegaria no final da semana. O escritório era lindo, muito moderno, todo decorado em branco, aço inox e detalhes verdes, muito profissional e acolhedor ao mesmo tempo. Era elegante e eu gostei muito. Fiquei particularmente feliz por ter escolhido vestir um terno amigo, com uma blusa de cetim verde escuro por baixo e saltos amigos. Eu deveria estar elegante todos os dias agora, afinal ia trabalhar direto com o presidente da empresa. No meio da manhã recebi uma mensagem da Mel dizendo que conseguiu marcar com a diretora da creche próxima ao nosso apartamento para a hora do almoço. Expliquei a situação a Sra. Mariana e perguntei se seria possível me liberar no horário, mas que eu estaria de volta a tempo. - Então você tem um filho. Qual a idade dele? – ela me perguntou com um sorriso. - Ele tem dois anos. É um garotinho muito esperto. Não foi planejado, mas é a razão da minha vida! - Qual o nome dele? - Pedro. - Pedro. Um nome forte. Você não é casada, isso eu sei, mas e o pai do seu filho, vocês continuam juntos? – Meu coração despencou, como é que eu explico pra ela que não sei quem é o pai? Mas eu não minto, então vamos enfrentar a verdade. Contei para ela que o pai do Pedro era um homem que eu conheci em uma festa e nunca mais vi, ela me olhava séria, não havia julgamento nos olhos dela. Então me disse: - Você tem o meu respeito, Catarina, não é fácil ser mãe solteira, e é muito difícil contar verdades como essa que você sabe que vai despertar o julgamento dos outros. Obrigada pela confiança e honestidade. Vai lá resolver a creche para o seu filho, continuamos à tarde, não precisa correr. Agradeci e me despedi dela indo encontrar a Mel e o Pedro. Minha admiração e respeito pela Sra. Mariana só cresciam. Ela é uma mulher de uns cinquenta e cinco anos, cabelos loiros bem claros e olhos azuis quase transparentes. É uma mulher bonita e elegante, mas principalmente é muito acolhedora. Nós nos demos muito bem. Durante o resto da manhã ela me encheu de informações sobre o trabalho e eu ia anotando tudo. Na hora do almoço eu saí do prédio e a Mel já estava me esperando na porta com o Pedro. Entrei no carro e fomos almoçar antes de ir à creche. Eu e a Mel adoramos a creche e o Pedro já estava enturmado correndo com os novos amiguinhos, ele é um menino muito extrovertido. Isso me deixou muito feliz! Meu filho estava feliz! Desistimos de ver as outras creches, pois essa era ótima e ficava muito perto de casa, a três quarteirões de distância. Fizemos a matrícula e acertamos todos os detalhes. A diretora sugeriu que deixássemos o Pedro até o final do dia, já que ele estava se divertindo e assim já ia se adaptando. A Mel ficou de buscá-lo no fim do dia. A Mel me deixou na empresa novamente e me disse que voltaria pra casa para se preparar para a entrevista de trabalho que seria no meio da tarde. Voltei à minha sala e cheguei antes da Sra. Mariana. Sentei à mesa e fui repassando tudo o que ela já havia me informado. O telefone sobre a mesa tocou e eu fiquei sem saber o que fazer, mas aquela seria minha mesa, então atendi com a voz mais profissional possível: - Grupo Mellendez, presidência, boa tarde, em que posso ajudar? Ouvi do outro lado um silêncio sepulcral seguido de um longo suspiro. Alguém vociferou do outro lado, com certa impaciência e uma voz forte e meio rouca: - Passa para a Mariana. Levei um susto, mas me controlei e respondi: - Desculpe, senhor, mas a senhora Mariana ainda não retornou do almoço. Posso ajudá-lo ou o senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Quem está falando? – falou do outro lado ainda mais impaciente. - Meu nome é Catarina, sou a nova assessora do Sr. Mellendez. - Mas eu não te conheço. – Parecia que ele ficava mais impaciente a cada vez que falava. - É que hoje é meu primeiro dia, senhor. O senhor gostaria de deixar um recado? - Diga a Mariana para me ligar assim que puser os pés no escritório. - Perfeitamente, senhor. E qual o seu nome? - Parece que eu sou o seu chefe! – falou rispidamente e desligou o telefone. Nossa, que homem estressado! Isso não estava na descrição do cargo. Imediatamente minha garganta apertou, meu chefe e eu já tinha causado má impressão? Eu estava muito ferrada! Comecei a pensar que não ia durar nesse emprego. Pouco depois a Sra. Mariana chegou e eu lhe transmiti o recado com uma cara de preocupação. Ela olhou pra mim sorrindo, como se entendesse meu receio, e perguntou: - Ele estava calmo? Eu olhei pra ela e não aguentei: - Ele estava a ponto de ter um colapso nervoso. Certamente a jugular dele estava saltando no pescoço. Ela caiu na gargalhada e depois disse: - Vocês dois vão se dar muito bem! Você vai domar a fera, tenho certeza. Eu não tinha essa certeza. Talvez eu nem devesse desfazer as malas, esse homem iria me engolir viva!		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2633895	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881980	1744621476		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469801986_1264595014807941_5511713539884596920_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2tM6_qlaivcQ7kNvgEsFnWq&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYAQGGS_2ytDuyiEMZ5PtksHNKCnjRk7JMyQ-pdaN-Su7A&oe=675EB290	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633897	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881980	1744621476		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462716714_1040325914493339_7141335656260926737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YFdSRH7RSygQ7kNvgH4vw9l&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBUYZF0yg-4cGfy8ZZSYNNiFI-tBkYQIfLXv2qK4dB84Q&oe=675EBBB9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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Though I'm the Beta's daughter, I was reduced to lower than Omega, tortured and taunted by all until the arrival of a new girl reveals who I really am — the top warrior in our pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A groan slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too.” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she strikes me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. There are plenty of people who want to be in her circle so bad that they will do anything to anyone to gain approval. I live in a pack that feeds on hierarchy and dominance. Kaley's dad is one of the school board, so she is naturally in the top tier in school. And sadly, even though my dad is the Beta, as everyone in our pack knows how unwanted I am in my family, I'm basically shunned lower than an omega, while my brother who will inherit the Beta title enjoys the admiration of everyone along with other future pack leaders. Talk about the unfairness of life. “What did I do this time, your highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me from disciplining a pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school. She deserves to be punished.” Kaley tosses her platinum bleached hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal blue eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’ it was my brother, the future beta, along with the future alphas, gamma and delta. Those five boys are rarely separated. She was trying to gain the attention of Dakota and Cameron, our future alphas, like most of the girls in our school. Her little minions were focused on the other three, they didn’t really care which one gave them attention as long as they were noticed. You can't really blame them for trying so hard. This year when the guys came back, they were all almost unrecognizable. Each of them had a massive growth spurt and put on muscles like it was their job. They were all good-looking before, even my brother, but now they looked like men, very very, hot men. They all stood over six feet tall and were as wide as a standard doorway. As they get closer to 18, their auras are developing as well, which has many uses. Their aura lets you know you are in the presence of a stronger wolf, they use it to command lower-ranking wolves and it attracts bedmates. A wolf’s goal is to have a strong mate to procreate with, the higher the rank, the stronger the wolf. Almost all of the girls in the pack noticed and started throwing themselves at these 16 year old gods chiseled from head to toe. As Marnie and Jeanie were ogling the guys, Marnie tripped over this little fourth grader and dumped whatever frufru iced coffee drink all down Kaley’s legs. Kaley will never admit when she and her friends are in the wrong though. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, they don’t understand or care about your expensive shoes or that your friends can’t walk in theirs and need to be given a wide berth.” I say with as bored a tone as I can. “Besides your clumsy friend is the reason that pup tripped in the first place, but I don’t see you beating her down. Pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another strike. More blood runs from my mouth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years ahead of my peers, right after my brother and all the guys, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek. He only noticed my arm when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha and I had a short sleeved dress on. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was his reputation as the beta with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself in training. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. It’s not that my father hates me. That’s a lie, I don’t want him to hate me. But he blames me for my mother’s death. She died giving birth to me. Losing one's mate leaves a scar that takes a lifetime to heal. My brother used to be close to me, but as he was busy preparing himself to inherit the Beta title from dad, we just got more and more distant. I was basically isolated in my own home. That, along with Kaley and her girls at school making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me. My last year of middle school and now high school is shaping up to be pretty lonely. I just have to keep my head down, my grades up and train hard to get into warrior training and out of this pack. This wasn’t my first run in with Kaley this year and we have only been in school for two weeks, but this is where things really started to take a turn for me. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, Jeanie and Marnie or any of their other minions messing with me. They weren’t dumb enough to cause the kind of scenes with me that they usually did with the future alphas, my brother and the rest of the future leaders watching. I could be free and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. I have often thought about doing warrior training following school. I even started running the patrol route around the territory in the mornings before training or after school if I need to avoid people or my house. We don’t have a lot of rogue attacks, but they do happen and our border patrol keeps us in close contact with neighboring packs in times of need. I have enjoyed getting to know the patrol warriors and learning what they do as the first line of defense for our pack. I was pulled from my thoughts as the lead trainer brought us all in and explained what we were going to do today and then casually said we have a new member joining us. “She is here with her uncle and aunt while her parents are working for the Alpha King.” That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day, but she actually showed up today. I still haven’t figured out how she gets out of mandatory training. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place, her confident stature was what caught my eye first. Her youthful, carefree face, long dark brown hair and bright golden honey eyes told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy at training followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since she turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join the group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” "Oh, hi, nice to meet... you. My..name is Skylar" I was so nervous my tongue got tied up. The girl was just shining. We were then paired up by Delta Kyle for fighting practice. Sierra was a good fighter, I'd have to say. But standing next to her had put me under spotlight as well, and I hated attention. Suddenly Delta Kyle motioned to us two. “I think a demonstration is in order. Sierra, Skylar, why don’t you two show us how the new defensive move is supposed to look.” He said loudly, getting the attention of the whole group, then he smiles at me and winks and I just want to punch him in his pearly white teeth. The whole stadium was looking at us now, including our future leaders. I think Sam was mubbling something to my brother, but I can't hear them. He was darting towards me a weird and novel gaze. Not just him, all five boys, especially the two alphas, their eyes beaming with excitement. What the f**k are they looking at? “I really don’t like you.” I say through the mindlink to Delta Kyle. “I know, but someone other than me has to see what kind of fighter you are and your brother and the guys need a lesson in humility. They have been left alone for far too long. Humor me for five minutes.” "You get two." Maybe these egomaniacs do need a lesson. I huff and move to face Sierra. She is smiling like I just brought her to her favorite candy store and told her she can have anything she wants. Oh, goody, she enjoys the attention. “Ready.” Delta Kyle’s deep authoritative voice booms over the crowd now circling around us. We take our positions. “Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move and lets see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds this time.” I hear mumbles of ‘what?’ ‘30 seconds no way’ and giggles. That sets me and my wolf off. F*ck trying to be invisible. Arrogant boys think they are so great, when they can't even submit each other with basic moves. She grumbles. Shall we? I ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633908	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 3:01 PM	1733881981	1745784109		1987																										theprimarymarket.com	Learn More			DCO	Working in the customer service industry isn't easy. Whether you work in retail or fast food, you have to		https://theprimarymarket.com/rude-customers-karma-j5-ext/			1.8835993769559E+14	Best fun magazine	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469674136_941047657405469_8426972104866797243_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wQdWi369GngQ7kNvgFb9w2Q&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYCcAfQM_Z5KDputym5fGiD1l5yGCBmZW5URvCQ_ezNizQ&oe=675EC4CD	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		40+ Times Rude Customers Were Served Karma Working in the cu				0		0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633918	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 6:25 AM	1733881982	1745666718		1987																											Send message			VIDEO	Cách tạo ra thu nh.ập trên nền tảng internet tại nhà					1.0314354287126E+14	Kelly.King	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469811428_27956790847301824_2677071620711735330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yKHiZglWPpMQ7kNvgG2nCty&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYAxnoNO9wnPW4B1j_xNFfGqDu7ZDX0FxVBc_IATQzDOfA&oe=675ED4E8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Phụ nữ độc lập trăn trở nhất điều gì khi trở thành mẹ? Phải chăng khi phải ở nhà chăm con bạn sợ trở thành gánh nặng kinh tế cho gia đình, bạn sợ không thể giúp đỡ người thân khi kinh tế mình không ổn định?! Và mình hiểu đây cũng là nỗi lo của những phụ nữ độc lập như Kelly nói chung. Xin chào! Mình là Kelly, mình đang sinh sống cùng chồng và con gái nhỏ 8 tháng tuổi tại tiểu bang Alabama, USA. Trước đây, Kelly làm việc full time về chăm sóc người cao tuổi tại nhà. Và cuộc sống của Kelly trở nên hỗn loạn khi mình mang thai cô con gái nhỏ. Mình cũng như nhiều người mẹ có con nhỏ trong những gia đình đơn chiếc khác ở Mỹ, mình thật sự không muốn gởi con đi daycare khi nó còn quá nhỏ. Và mình luôn lo lắng làm sao có thể chăm sóc tốt cho con tại nhà mà vẫn có được kinh tế cho gia đình? Làm sao có thể báo hiếu cho ba mẹ trong khi th u nh ập bị cắt giảm mà còn phải đối mặt với gánh nặng chi phí sinh hoạt đang ngày càng tăng cao? Do đó mình bắt đầu tìm kiếm giải pháp và may mắn thay mình tìm được hệ thống kinh doanh tự động cho người bình thường, không có kiến thức gì về kinh doanh hết nhưng vẫn làm được. Mình đã đăng ký để xem một buổi workshop giới thiệu chi tiết về mô hình kinh doanh thông minh, tinh gọn này. Và mình thấy rằng đây là một giải pháp kinh doanh mà có thể giúp mình làm việc tạo ra thêm nguồn thu tại nhà mà vẫn có thể chăm sóc được con. 3 ưu điểm mình thích nhất với giải pháp kinh doanh này: 1. Đây là một mô hình kinh doanh trên internet nên mình có thể làm việc từ 1 đến 3 tiếng ở nhà hay bất cứ đâu và mình có thể dùng nó để tìm ra nguồn khách hàng khổng lồ trên khắp thế giới. 2. Mình không rao bán sản phẩm hay chèo kéo người thân, bạn bè mua hàng cho mình. 3. Đây là một kinh doanh hợp pháp mà rất nhiều bạn có con nhỏ trong cộng đồng kinh doanh số đã tạo ra nguồn thu 5 con số mỗi tháng sau một thời gian làm việc. Và giờ đây, mình thật sự hạnh phúc để sỡ hữu mô hình kinh doanh thông minh, tuyệt vời này. Nó không chỉ giúp mình cải thiện tình hình kinh tế mà còn góp phần giúp mình phát triển bản thân từng ngày. Nếu bạn thật sự quan tâm muốn tìm hiểu giải pháp kinh doanh này thì cứ nhắn tin cho Kelly (click vào nút send message bên dưới nhé). Mình rất vui lòng chia sẽ thông tin với bạn. Không gì là không thể nếu bạn quyết tâm tìm kiếm giải pháp giúp bạn thay đổi, thì hãy cho mình c ơ h ội để tìm hiểu về business này nhé! Cám ơn bạn đã đọc bài viết của mình. Chúc bạn một ngày vui. Xin chào và hẹn gặp lại bạn!		Kelly.King		3360	https://www.facebook.com/kellykingpage/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633930	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 7:49 AM	1733881983	1749818984		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469015554_573520191991070_7134212543715717916_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9s8HBOLR2ggQ7kNvgEJ_VxP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBT91gJu_WBf3u5WZhBPVEnXqHiS_yNBYGd5lymoi87KA&oe=675EA645	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633944	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 7:12 PM	1733881984	1749687174		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥🔥Mon Meilleur Ami m'a Divorcée Quand J'ai Porté Son Bébé❤️‍🔥🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/31142498908048705+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751553_1142056970694740_8594881744922120315_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KSBxYYmmy6IQ7kNvgHkVqOi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYC9qKyBSzgZiXlytRKwqeLPGi7CM9Xce1VdRHrarkt9BQ&oe=675ECA1D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Le point de vue de Kelly Était-ce une bénédiction d'épouser son meilleur ami ? Je n'étais pas vraiment sûre de ce que Pierce pensait, mais l'épouser était un rêve devenu réalité pour moi. Et maintenant, ce qui était encore plus excitant, c'est que nous allions accueillir notre premier enfant. « C'est une bonne chose que vous soyez prudente. Vous auriez pu perdre votre bébé, Mademoiselle Monroe. » La gynécologue me l'a dit sérieusement en voyant le choc dans mes yeux. Je touchais mon ventre subconsciemment, et je n'arrivais toujours pas à croire qu'un bébé y reposait. Avais-je bien entendu ? J'étais enceinte ? J'étais enceinte d'un bébé pour Pierce ! Mon meilleur ami et mon premier coup de cœur ! En sortant de l'hôpital, j'avais hâte de parler à Pierce de notre bébé. Je me demandais quelle serait sa réaction. Allait-il crier de bonheur ? Allait-il m'embrasser et tout ? Mon Dieu ! Je ne pouvais contenir mon bonheur. Je me suis couverte le visage rouge en rêvassant. Mais l'instant où j'ai senti le froid de l'anneau simple sur mon doigt, mon cœur battant furieusement s'est apaisé. J'avais presque oublié que Pierce n'était pas le genre à tenir à avoir des enfants, surtout lorsque notre mariage avait été arrangé par sa famille. Pierce était un véritable gentleman, en tant qu'ami et en tant que mari. Chaque fois que nous faisions l'amour, il était prévenant mais prudent, disant qu'il n'y avait pas besoin d'ajouter des chaînes supplémentaires lorsque nous n'étions pas prêts. Ce bébé, d'une certaine manière, n'était pas prévu. Mon esprit devenait agité alors que j'étais assise dans ma voiture. Serait-ce une bonne nouvelle pour lui ? Et si Pierce n'était toujours pas prêt pour le bébé ? « Madame, tout va bien ? Vous avez besoin d'appeler le Patron ? » Mon chauffeur privé Luke me demanda inquiet en remarquant mon froncement de sourcils. Luke était fiable comme un membre de la famille, mais si je choisissais de partager, je voulais toujours que Pierce soit le premier à connaître cette nouvelle. Il est le père de mon bébé. « Non », ai-je secoué la tête, donnant à Luke un sourire rassurant. « Il est en avion. Je lui parlerai moi-même plus tard. » Pour que je puisse percevoir sa réponse directement à travers ses expressions naturelles. J'ai toujours été douée pour ça. J'ai fermé les yeux en me rappelant le premier jour où nous nous sommes rencontrés. Son sourire éclatant au soleil était si éblouissant, il était un Prince. Bien avant que nous devenions meilleurs amis, je suis tombée amoureuse de lui au premier regard. Mais ce n'était qu'un amour non partagé, je le savais bien. J'ai baissé la vitre de la voiture pour avoir un peu d'air frais mais j'ai par accident aperçu notre ancien lycée. Ce sentiment amer a rempli à nouveau ma poitrine. Pierce est mon premier amour mais je ne suis pas le sien. Au lycée, j'étais juste une intello ennuyeuse aux yeux des autres, tandis que Pierce Anderson était le Quarterback étincelant. Tout le monde était surpris que nous puissions être amis. Bien que l'animosité grandissait, j'aimais être près de lui. J'ai lentement réalisé que je ne voulais pas seulement être son amie. Mais, au moment où j'allais lui avouer mes sentiments, une autre fille est entrée dans sa vie. J'ai secoué la tête pour essayer de me débarrasser de ces tristes vieux souvenirs. J'ai agrippé l'anneau de mariage froid sur mon doigt, me disant que le passé était passé. Pierce avait dit qu'ils s'étaient séparés et que j'étais maintenant sa femme. J'étais sa femme qui portait maintenant son bébé. J'ai essuyé les larmes aux coins de mes yeux et j'ai ouvert la porte de notre maison. Mon cœur s'est apaisé en respirant l'odeur de chez nous. Notre chez nous. Ce n'était pas aussi luxueux que la villa de sa famille mais c'était douillet. Pierce et moi l'avions décoré ensemble de nos propres mains. Nous avions aimé ça. Oui, j'avais dû trop penser. Cette femme ne faisait plus partie de notre vie depuis longtemps et mon mariage avec Pierce était aussi beau qu'un conte de fées depuis trois ans. J'ai jeté un coup d'œil à l'horloge au mur. À cet instant, Pierce aurait dû descendre de l'avion. Il était en voyage pendant plus d'un mois pour l'entreprise familiale. Pierce était le Président de ADE, la première entreprise de magazine de mode en Asie, et j'étais en réalité la Vice-Présidente de l'entreprise. Nous n'étions pas seulement des partenaires de vie mais aussi de bons partenaires au travail. Il me manquait beaucoup. J'ai composé immédiatement son numéro. Je voulais vraiment entendre sa voix maintenant, savoir quand il arriverait à la maison. Je lui préparerais un bon repas et il me récompenserait avec un doux baiser. Et ensuite, nous pourrions faire l'amour passionnément comme il me l'avait fait la nuit avant son voyage d'affaires. Oups, j'avais presque oublié que j'étais enceinte maintenant. J'avais besoin de lui dire ça en premier, puis nous pourrions faire autre chose à la place. J'imaginais joyeusement nos retrouvailles et mon cœur a chuté lorsqu'une voix de femme a retenti au bout du fil. [Allô ?] J'ai raccroché à peine un mot prononcé. Mon téléphone est tombé par terre et mon corps a commencé à trembler de manière incontrôlable. NON ! Ça ne pouvait pas être elle ! Ça ne pouvait pas être Lexi ! Elle n'était plus dans notre vie ! J'avais dû mal entendre. Je me suis précipitée vers le frigo pour essayer de me calmer avec un peu d'alcool. Mais au moment où j'ai touché la bouteille de vin, je me suis souvenue des mots du médecin et de mon bébé. Je devais être prudente pour le bien de mon bébé. Je me suis tournée pour prendre une boîte de lait et me suis dirigée vers le canapé. Je ne sais pas ce qui m'a fait reconnaître la voix de Lexi à ce moment-là. Je veux dire que Lexi et moi n'avons jamais été proches. Lexi Gilbert était une beauté blonde typique pour qui les hommes se pâmaient. Elle était la pom-pom girl populaire du lycée tandis que Pierce était la star quarterback. Un meilleur couple que lui et une intello comme moi, non ? Ce n'était pas surprenant qu'il soit tombé pour elle. Ma fierté ne pouvait pas supporter de voir l'homme que j'aimais se pâmer pour une autre femme. Donc, j'avais une fois tenté de m'éloigner d'eux silencieusement, mais Pierce refusait de sortir de ma vie. Chaque fois que je me noyais dans un océan de livres et d'études pour les oublier, Pierce apparaissait à ma porte en me demandant de sortir. Je ne pouvais dire non à son sourire charmant ; je ne pouvais dire non lorsqu'il prétendait qu'il était de son devoir en tant que mon meilleur ami de m'emmener profiter du monde réel. Pour ne pas gâcher notre amitié, je ne pouvais que cacher mon cœur brisé, jouant silencieusement le rôle de sa meilleure amie à ses côtés et regardant son visage heureux pour une autre fille. J'ai finalement trouvé le courage d'étudier à l'étranger lorsque j'ai appris que Pierce avait l'intention de demander Lexi en mariage. Cependant, je n'aurais jamais pu imaginer que Grand-mère m'appellerait pour me supplier de revenir. Je suis rentrée précipitamment pour trouver un Pierce sans vie. Son cœur avait été gravement blessé, par Lexi. Mon bien-aimé rayon de soleil avait disparu, et mon cœur saignait. J'ai commencé à détester Lexi à partir de ce moment. J'ai offert l'homme de mes rêves à elle, et comment osait-elle lui faire autant de mal ! Cette sorcière ! Pierce n'a rien dit à personne sur ce qui s'était passé excepté qu'il en avait fini avec Lexi. Grand-mère a arrangé notre mariage. Je n'ai pas compris pourquoi il a accepté jusqu'au jour où je l'ai entendu dire que se marier avec une autre que Lexi serait pareil pour lui. Ça a tellement fait mal, mais je suis quand même entrée dans ce mariage sans hésiter une seconde. Mon précieux garçon était brisé et je voulais le réparer, peu importe si je me ruinerais dans ce processus. Je me suis endormie à la maison en me sentant si insécurisée et inquiète. Je me suis réveillée au milieu de la nuit lorsque j'ai senti quelqu'un caresser ma joue. Lentement, j'ai ouvert les yeux et j'ai réalisé que je m'étais endormie dans le salon. Quelqu'un m'a soulevée du canapé. J'ai immédiatement reconnu son odeur et son toucher alors que je le regardais les yeux mi-clos. « Peirce… » « Hmm », il a murmuré en se dirigeant vers les escaliers. « Pourquoi as-tu dormi sur le canapé ? » Je l'ai observé alors qu'il me déposait délicatement sur le lit. Il a caressé mes cheveux et a embrassé mon front. Il était toujours si doux et c'est pour ça que je l'aimais tant. Même en faisant l'amour, il était très prévenant envers mes sentiments. Nous avions été séparés pendant plus d'un mois, mon corps le manquait et mon cœur le désirait. « Où as-tu été ? Je t'attendais », ai-je dit alors que je caressais sa joue. « J'ai juste rencontré un(e) ami(e). Tu as dit que tu m'attendais, c'est urgent ? » En regardant son visage doux, soudain je ne voulais pas gâcher l'instant. alors j'ai fermé mes lèvres entrouvertes et j'ai de nouveau avalé la vérité dans mon estomac. Demain, peut-être demain, j'aurai le courage de faire face à tous les mystères. J'ai secoué la tête et j'ai boude, lui disant que j'étais fatiguée. Il a ri et m'a soigneusement portée au lit. Au moment où il allait me laisser après m'avoir donné un bisou de bonne nuit, j'ai paniqué pour une raison quelconque. J'ai alors rapidement attrapé son corps et l'ai embrassé avec toute ma passion, essayant de le déshabiller, essayant de le faire me toucher plus profondément et intensément. Il me manquait. Je le désirais. J'avais l'impression que la seule façon de me sentir à l'aise était de le laisser s'introduire en moi à nouveau. Pour m'assurer qu'il était toujours à moi. « Attends Kels », pourtant il m'a arrêtée en immobilisant mes mains folles sur le lit. « Je croyais que tu avais dit que tu étais fatiguée et que tu avais besoin de te reposer. » « Mais je crois que tu me manques plus maintenant. » Je l'ai regardé avec innocence et j'ai pu voir le désir dans ses yeux, mais je ne sais pas pourquoi il a vite disparu. Il était d'habitude content lorsque je prenais l'initiative. Comme s'il remarquait ma confusion, il a ri et m'a pinçé le nez de façon espiègle, « Je vais juste prendre une douche. Je sens l'alcool. » J'ai juste hoché la tête et l'ai regardé se diriger vers la salle de bain. Mais la somnolence m'a frappée à nouveau alors j'ai fermé les yeux pour une petite sieste. Cependant, il était déjà matin lorsque j'ai rouvert les yeux et Pierce était à côté de moi, posant un plateau de nourriture sur la table de chevet. « Salut ! » J'ai salué en souriant en réalisant ce qu'il avait fait. Il m'avait préparé le petit déjeuner. Au lit. Le plus doux. Il a souri et s'est assis sur le lit. « Bonjour. » J'ai souri en prenant place sur le lit. Il a porté le plateau et l'a posé à côté de moi. J'ai haussé un sourcil et j'ai incliné la tête en le fixant. Ses yeux étaient d'un brun profond. Ses sourcils étaient épais et noirs, complimentant ses beaux yeux. Son nez était fier et pointu et ses lèvres étaient rouges et fines. Il avait vraiment l'air d'un mauvais garçon sexy. Même Damon Salvatore aurait honte de se tenir à côté de lui. Personne ne fait le poids face à cet homme. « C'est quoi ça ? C'est un pot-de-vin ? Tu m'as plantée hier soir, mauvais garçon. » Il n'a pas ri. Il a poussé un soupir et a doucement remis mes cheveux derrière mes oreilles avant de tenir ma main et de plonger son regard dans le mien. « J'ai quelque chose à te dire. » Mon cœur s'est emballé. J'ai pensé à notre bébé dans mon ventre. Il a quelque chose à dire. Moi aussi, j'ai quelque chose à lui dire. « Q-Quoi ? » J'ai demandé alors que je sentais ma voix trembler. Il a pris un soupir profond. « Tu sais que tu comptes beaucoup pour moi, pas vrai ? » J'ai lentement hoché la tête, les lèvres entrouvertes. Je ne pouvais pas répondre. J'ai peur de ce qu'il va dire. J'ai un mauvais pressentiment. « Tu étais ma meilleure amie avant notre mariage. Tu es l'une des rares personnes que je chéris... » J'ai caché mes poings serrés sous les draps. Je ne sais pas pourquoi il me dit tout ça, mais je sentais déjà des larmes s'amasser dans le coin de mes yeux. « Kelly… » il s'est arrêté et a serré ses yeux avant de me regarder à nouveau dans les yeux. « Je-Je pense qu'il est temps pour nous de divorcer. » « P-Pierce… » J'ai senti mon cœur se serrer. Il a souri. « Je sais que toi non plus, tu n'as pas de sentiment pour moi. Tu m'as juste épousé à cause de mes grands-parents. Tu as juste fait ça parce que tu les aimes. Maintenant, c'est le moment de notre véritable bonheur, Kelly. » J'ai secoué la tête, « Q-Qu'est-ce que tu racontes, Pierce ? » « Lexi est de retour, Kelly. Mon premier amour est de retour. » Chapter 2: Chapitre 2 Il ne pleut jamais mais ça se déverse Le point de vue de Kelly Je suis descendue du lit et ai essayé de partir mais Pierce a attrapé ma main. J'ai immédiatement essuyé les larmes qui coulaient sur mes joues avant qu'il puisse les voir. Il s'est tenu devant moi et a regardé mon visage alors que je m'efforçais tant de regarder vers le bas et d'éviter son regard. Je sentais mon cœur se briser en morceaux. Je pensais... je pensais que je pourrais le faire tomber amoureux de moi pendant ces trois années ensemble. Je pensais que ses sentiments s'intensifieraient et qu'il me verrait comme une femme plutôt que comme une simple meilleure amie. J'étais stupide d'espérer et de rêver si grand. J'ai échoué. Peu importe à quel point j'essayais, son cœur appartenait uniquement à son premier amour, Lexi. "Kelly..." J'ai retenu mon souffle et avalé la douleur en le regardant. J'ai feint un sourire, "J'ai besoin de me laver avant de manger." Il fixait mes yeux comme s'il essayait de deviner ce que je pensais. Je sais qu'il me connaissait trop bien alors je me suis efforcée de cacher ma douleur et lui ai souri. Il a soupiré et a lâché ma main. "D'accord. Je t'attendrai ici. Mangeons et allons travailler ensemble." Ensemble ? Comme il pouvait être cruel ? Il voulait toujours qu'on s'entende comme s'il ne m'avait pas demandé le divorce ? Il voulait qu'on reste comme avant après m'avoir dit que son premier amour était de retour et qu'il voulait divorcer de moi ? Oh Pierce, qu'y a-t-il dans ta tête ? Si j'ai pu me forcer à rester à la place de sa meilleure amie en lui souhaitant le bonheur, je n'ai plus ce courage après les trois années que nous avons partagées. Il n'y a aucune façon que je puisse endurer ce genre de torture à nouveau, surtout en portant son bébé. Le bébé... Je pensais que c'était une bonne nouvelle pour nous mais maintenant... ça serait plutôt comme un fardeau pour lui, je suppose. Un fardeau qui l'empêcherait d'obtenir son véritable amour et sa liberté. Je sais ce que c'est qu'un enfant non désiré grandisse. Mes parents étaient déjà divorcés bien avant la mort de ma mère et la nouvelle famille de mon père me détestait et ça fait tellement mal. Je ne veux pas que mon bébé ressente la même chose. Je dois protéger mon bébé de cela. J'ai feint un sourire à nouveau. "Nous ne pouvons pas. Je dois visiter le studio pour la séance photo de nos nouveaux modèles..." "Je t'accompagnerai—" "Non." J'ai repoussé sa main. Ses yeux ont suivi ma main avant de lever à nouveau son visage pour me regarder. "Tu as des documents à signer. Nos emplois du temps sont déjà organisés, tu te souviens ?" "Mais..." "J'ai un chauffeur personnel, Pierce. Je serai bien pour y aller seule." Il a soupiré et a lentement acquiescé. Je lui ai tourné le dos et suis entrée dans la salle de bain. J'ai immédiatement ouvert la douche et me suis placée sous l'eau froide. Les larmes dévalaient mes joues alors que je couvrais ma bouche pour supprimer mes sanglots. Mes épaules tremblaient vraiment fort et quand j'ai pensé à mon bébé, j'ai avalé difficilement et ai essayé de me calmer. J'ai essuyé mon visage et ai caressé mon ventre. Je dois être forte. Je dois rester calme. Je ne devrais pas mettre la vie de mon bébé en jeu juste parce que mon cœur est brisé. Je dois gérer cela intelligemment. J'ai repris mon souffle et ai terminé mon bain. Quand je suis sortie de la salle de bain, j'ai été choquée de voir que Pierce était toujours là. Il luttait pour ajuster sa cravate devant le miroir en pied. J'ai aussi remarqué ma paire de talons et ma robe sur le lit. "Hé ! J'ai choisi ta robe pour aujourd'hui." Comme notre mariage n'était pas public, Pierce a dit qu'il essaierait de faire des petites choses pour moi en tant que mari. Il le faisait bien et j'appréciais ces moments doux mais maintenant, cela allait me tuer. J'ai attrapé la robe et suis entrée dans le dressing. Je l'ai senti me suivre. J'ai remis la robe blanche et en ai pris une rouge. Quand je me suis retournée vers lui, son front était plissé. J'ai souri. "Je préfère le rouge aujourd'hui. Je me sentirais belle dans cette robe." Ses yeux se sont posés sur la robe que je tenais et son visage s'est immédiatement apaisé. Il a acquiescé et s'est avancé vers moi. "Je vois. Aide-moi d'abord à ajuster ça." J'ai posé ma robe sur son bras et ai commencé à ajuster sa cravate. Je pouvais sentir son regard fixe et cela faisait battre mon cœur si vite. J'ai pris une grande respiration et ai mordu ma lèvre inférieure alors que je luttais pour arranger la cravate. Ma vision devenait à nouveau floue. Mince ! "Kelly..." J'ai sursauté en choc. "Hmm ?" "Ça va ?" Je l'ai regardé et ai souri, "Oui." "J'ai encore quelque chose à dire." J'ai terminé d'ajuster sa cravate alors j'ai immédiatement attrapé la robe de sa main. J'ai jeté un coup d'œil avant de le dépasser et ai parlé... "Parlons-en une autre fois. Je vais être en retard." J'ai entendu son soupir alors qu'il me suivait à nouveau. J'ai saisi mes sous-vêtements et me suis habillée pendant qu'il était debout derrière moi. Il est resté silencieux tout le temps comme s'il pensait à quelque chose. "Tu devrais manger avant de partir." Je lui ai fait face et ai acquiescé. "Je le ferai. Tu devrais y aller maintenant." "Kelly, on est sur la même longueur d'onde, n'est-ce pas ?" Je l'ai regardé. Non, Pierce. Nous ne sommes jamais sur la même longueur d'onde. Tout ça, ce ne sont que mes stupides fantasmes. Je pensais que tu avais des sentiments pour moi et j'avais tellement tort. "Si c'est à propos du divorce, je comprends tout, Pierce. Je sais ce que je dois faire. Donne-moi juste un peu de temps car je suis vraiment occupée avec l'entreprise. Je ne vais pas fuir." "Kelly, je ne fais pas ça que pour moi. Je le fais aussi pour toi. Tu as été enchaînée avec moi depuis notre mariage. Je sais que tu n'es pas heureuse parce qu'au fond, tu veux aussi trouver l'homme que tu mérites. Quelqu'un qui t'aimera vraiment. Pas moi. Pas quelqu'un à moitié cœur." "Je comprends ce que tu essaies de dire, Pierce," ai-je dit et ai essayé de me tourner, mais il m'a retenue par la taille, me gardant en place. Il a tout fait pour capturer mes yeux et il a réussi. Il m'a regardée avec inquiétude. "Tu es ma meilleure amie. Je ne veux pas te perdre, Kels. Tu fais partie de mes rares personnes..." "Je sais," ai-je dit par frustration. Il avait l'air choqué, alors je me suis calmée. "Je-Je sais. Tu n'as pas à t'inquiéter. C'est juste le stress du travail. Ce n'est pas à propos de notre divorce." Ses lèvres se sont écartées et il a lentement acquiescé comme s'il pouvait respirer correctement. Il s'est avancé vers moi et j'ai gelé quand il a doucement embrassé mon front... "Merci, Kelly," a-t-il chuchoté. Mon cœur s'est serré. Cela faisait trois ans mais j'étais toujours aussi lâche. Pourquoi ne pouvais-tu pas simplement lui dire que tu l'aimes, Kelly ? C'est ton mari et tu portes son bébé ! Dis-le lui et il pourrait changer d'avis ! J'ai avalé difficilement et allais lui dire mais son téléphone a sonné. Je n'ai pas manqué l'identification de l'appelant. Encore une fois, c'était Lexi. "Je dois y aller." Il s'est gratté la tête en s'excusant et je n'ai pas manqué les coins de sa bouche qui s'élevaient. "J'ai appelé Luke et il t'attend dehors. Mange avant de partir, d'accord ?" Avec ça, il a quitté notre chambre. Les larmes que j'avais réussi à réprimer ont de nouveau éclaté. Pourquoi pensais-je que je pourrais avoir une chance ? Il avait déjà fait son choix à partir du moment où il a demandé le divorce, n'est-ce pas ? Quand il s'agissait de Lexi, j'étais toujours celle qu'il abandonnerait. Chapter 3: Chapitre 3 Lèvre Supérieure Rigide Le point de vue de Kelly Je suis entrée dans le studio vêtue seulement de talons rouges de deux pouces et d'une robe rouge. Tout le monde me regardait alors que je marchais dans le couloir. Ils me saluaient tous avec un sourire mais mon visage restait stoïque, ne montrant aucune émotion du tout. La conversation avec Pierce ce matin résonnait encore dans ma tête, mais je ne pouvais pas laisser cela affecter mon travail. Je ne pouvais pas échouer dans mon travail après avoir échoué dans mon mariage. J'ai pris une profonde inspiration pour ajuster mon état. Cependant, lorsque je suis entrée dans la salle de photoshoot, j'ai pu remarquer que tout le monde était en chaos. « On ne peut pas ! Elle ne répond pas à ses appels. Que devons-nous faire ? Le Vice-Président vient aujourd'hui. Elle va se fâcher. » « On peut juste lui dire la vérité. Elle est gentille. » « Pas dans cette situation, Lily ! Elle va nous gronder— » « Que se passe-t-il ici ? » demandai-je en faisant mon entrée dans la pièce. Le personnel me regardait maintenant avec des expressions inquiètes et je savais alors qu'il y avait un problème. « B-Bonjour, Mademoiselle Monroe. » Mademoiselle Monroe. Bien sûr, personne ne savait que Pierce et moi étions mariés à part nos familles. Cela me faisait mal au cœur à cause de cette vérité. Ça fait mal. Je la regardais d'un air vide, « Quoi ? » « N-Nous avons un problème, Mademoiselle Monroe. Mlle Chen, notre mannequin, refuse de répondre à nos appels. Elle a entendu dire que nous changeons de mannequin, donc… elle ne veut pas venir ici. Elle menace même… de porter plainte contre nous. » Elle baissa la tête. Je serrai les dents et balayai la pièce du regard. « Où est le responsable marketing ? » « E-Elle essaie toujours de convaincre Mlle Chen, Mademoiselle Monroe. » Je me massais le front et fermait les yeux. Je me saisis les cheveux et criai de colère. Je sentis tout le monde autour de moi sursauter de choc. Je grognai et aspirai une grande respiration avant de regarder autour. « Mademoiselle Monroe... » « Qu'est-ce que c'est, Mlle Hayley ? Vous êtes la responsable marketing, que se passe-t-il ? » « Mademoiselle Monroe, je ne sais pas comment cela s'est passé, mais Mlle Chen a entendu dire que vous changez de mannequin. Elle est sur le point de porter plainte contre nous— » Changer de mannequin ? Comment se fait-il que je ne sois pas au courant ? Mlle Chen a toujours été une partenaire de confiance et, sauf nécessité, changer de mannequins pour un tournage publicitaire à courte échéance ne ferait que causer beaucoup de problèmes pour l'entreprise. Je n'autoriserais jamais une telle erreur. « Je n'ai jamais demandé ça. Vous devez vous tromper. » J'ai coupé ses paroles pour gagner du temps, « Réglez ce désordre sinon je dois vous licencier ! » « Mademoiselle Monroe... C'est le Président qui nous a demandé de le changer. » Hayley parla avec hésitation. « Il a ordonné cela dès son retour de son voyage d'affaires hier. » J'ai été frappée par la vérité. L'ordre de Pierce ? Pourquoi ne me l'avait-il pas dit ? Il discutait toujours de chaque décision majeure d'abord avec moi. « Ça ne devrait pas être... » J'étais confuse. Pierce n'était pas un homme d'affaires ignorant. Il faisait une nette distinction entre travail et relations, c'est pourquoi il réussissait toujours. Et c'était aussi pourquoi il avait choisi de garder notre mariage secret. « Oui, Kelly. J'ai donné l'ordre. » La voix me ramena à la réalité. « Monsieur le Président... » Hayley s'inclina respectueusement en voyant l'homme qui était soudainement apparu derrière moi. « Je pense que vous me devez une explication, Pierce. À propos du changement de mannequin ! » grondai-je en me tournant pour lui poser la question. Il savait clairement combien d'efforts j'avais mis pour remporter ce projet. Je n'avais presque pas bien dormi ces jours-ci et Mlle Chen était l'idéale pour travailler avec nous. Je me souviens qu'il avait aussi été d'accord. Mais maintenant... il avait juste changé de mannequin comme il le voulait sans m'en parler à l'avance. Je me sentais comme si j'avais reçu une gifle. « Allez-y pour le travail. Je vais lui expliquer. » Il apaisa d'abord le personnel, ignorant la colère qui était sur le point de jaillir de mes yeux. « Répondez-moi, Pierce ! Pourquoi changez-vous de mannequin si soudainement ? » Je ne pouvais contenir ma colère et il toucha juste mon épaule en me murmurant, « Ce n'est pas le lieu pour parler. Laissez-moi vous expliquer dans la voiture. » Je regardais autour pour remarquer les autres nous lancer des regards furtifs. Puis je repoussais ses mains et marchais vers le parking. Mais en chemin, mon cœur était de plus en plus lourd. J'avais le sentiment que je n'allais pas apprécier son explication. « Maintenant, dites-le. » Je lâchai cela alors que nous étions assis dans sa voiture. Il plongea son regard dans le mien comme pour peser mes émotions. Je détournai à nouveau le regard. Je ne pouvais supporter ses regards. Je ne pouvais supporter ses yeux qui ne me regardaient jamais comme je voulais qu'il me regarde. Il n'a aucun sentiment pour moi et ça fait tellement mal. « J-Je... » il s'arrêta et soupira. « J'ai remplacé Mlle Chen parce que Lexi veut être notre mannequin. Elle est aussi apte à être notre mannequin donc j'ai accepté— » « Quoi ? » demandai-je incrédule. Il pressa ses lèvres l'une contre l'autre et détourna le regard. Il ébouriffa ses cheveux avant de secouer la tête et de prendre ma main. « Je suis désolé de ne pas vous l'avoir dit plus tôt. C'était juste si soudain. Elle a demandé une faveur et je ne peux pas dire non. » Je repris ma main et le regardai à la fois avec douleur et colère. « Vous ne pouvez pas lui dire non alors vous préférez nuire à l'entreprise, notre entreprise. Vous m'avez trahie, Pierce. » « Kels, voyons. Vous savez combien je l'aime. C'est mon premier amour. » Douloureusement, je fermai les yeux. Oh oui, c'est ton premier amour. Elle est toujours celle que tu veux quoi qu'il en coûte. Tant qu'elle fronçait un peu les sourcils, tu pouvais fermer les yeux sur la douleur et les efforts des autres. Tu es si cruel, Pierce. « Bien, vous avez décidé. Je n'ai pas mon mot à dire puisque vous êtes le Président. Allez-y. Je serai au bureau. » Je dis froidement en ouvrant la portière de la voiture pour sortir. « Kelly… » Je le regardai dans les yeux. « Rentrez tôt à la maison. Parlons de notre divorce ce soir à la maison. » Chapter 4: Chapitre 4 Laisser en plan Le point de vue de Kelly Je jouais avec mon alliance. Je lui avais dit de rentrer tôt, mais il n'est pas rentré du tout. Il ne répondait même pas à mes appels. Eh bien, maintenant que Lexi était de retour, cette maison n'était probablement plus un foyer à ses yeux. Mes yeux se sont posés sur mon rapport de grossesse sur la table. Quelle ironie. J'étais encore assez naïve pour espérer que les choses seraient différentes si je lui parlais du bébé. Mais oublions, ce bébé n'entrait pas dans ses plans. Bien sûr, Pierce n'était pas le genre à me forcer à avorter. Mais il ne pouvait pas non plus se défaire de son obsession pour Lexi. Il pourrait rester dans ce mariage sans amour si ses parents le lui demandaient. Mais tout ce que j'aurais, ce serait une coquille vide. Ce n'est pas ça un Père que je voulais pour mon bébé. J'ai essuyé les larmes qui commençaient à se rassembler au coin de mes yeux et j'ai ramassé le rapport. Il était déjà 5 heures du matin quand j'ai regardé l'horloge murale. J'ai essayé de nouveau de composer son numéro, mais toujours occupé. Avec quoi était-il occupé ? Était-il occupé à faire l'amour avec Lexi ? Il devait beaucoup lui manquer, n'est-ce pas ? Je me souviens encore du jour où il est revenu de ses premières vacances privées avec Lexi. Sa joie était indéniable. Presque immédiatement, j'ai pu dire qu'ils avaient fait l'amour. Le même jour, en rentrant dans ma chambre, j'ai pleuré à haute voix en me démaquillant. Rien de ce que je faisais ne fonctionnait. Je ne pourrais jamais remplacer Lexi dans son cœur. J'avais l'impression que des centaines de kilos pesaient sur ma poitrine. J'ai décidé de prendre une douche pour me laver de toutes ces émotions misérables mais au moment où j'ai ouvert la garde-robe, nos vêtements intimes étaient entremêlés, me ramenant au souvenir de la dernière fois que Pierce et moi avions fait l'amour ici. C'était la fois où il n'avait pas utilisé de contraception. Il était si passionné que j'ai cru qu'il acceptait enfin notre mariage. J'ai cru, une fois, que son retour de ce voyage d'affaires serait un nouveau départ pour nous, mais en réalité c'était un début pour que nous nous séparions maintenant. Incapable de réprimer plus longtemps mes sentiments, j'ai fléchi en pleurant bruyamment. Pourquoi ? Pourquoi suis-je toujours celle qu'ils choisissent d'abandonner ? Pourquoi ne mérité-je pas d'être aimée ? Je ne me souviens pas comment je suis tombée endormie. Quand le réveil a sonné, j'ai touché, par réflexe, l'oreiller à côté de moi. Aussi froid que la nuit dernière. Il n'est toujours pas rentré. Je me suis moquée de moi-même en croisant mon reflet dans le miroir de la coiffeuse. Les cernes sous mes yeux étaient si visibles et mes cheveux dans un tel désordre, j'avais l'air d'un fantôme. Tu vois, Kelly ? C'est ce qui arrive quand tu t'engages dans un mariage sans amour sans réfléchir. Tu ne feras que te briser si tu continues sur le mauvais chemin. Divorce juste. Épargne-lui et épargne-toi. Ton bébé a besoin d'une maman forte. Soudain, une vague de nausée m'a envahie l'estomac et j'ai réalisé que je n'avais même rien mangé la nuit dernière. Me sentant à nouveau mal, je cours vers l'évier et vomis. Je crache un liquide jaunâtre et c'est tellement mauvais. Je me suis immédiatement rincé la bouche et ai regardé mon propre reflet dans le miroir. J'ai secoué la tête et me suis tenu le front dès que j'ai eu envie de vomir à nouveau. Je crache encore un liquide jaunâtre et tandis que je me rince la bouche, je sens une main chaude caresser mon dos. J'ai immédiatement levé le visage et croisé une paire d'yeux marron qui me regardaient à travers le miroir. Debout derrière moi avec un visage inquiet se tenait mon mari Pierce. J'ai toujours été reconnaissante de l'avoir comme meilleur ami et mari mais maintenant... je le perds. Le perdant sans espoir. « Ça va ? Tu ne te sens pas bien ? Tu aurais dû me le dire. » Je l'ai regardé à travers le miroir. « Tu n'as pas répondu à mes appels. De la culpabilité est apparue dans ses yeux. « Je suis désolé. J'avais des choses à faire. Je suis resté au bureau toute la nuit. » J'ai essuyé mon visage et suis passée à côté de lui. Il m'a suivie alors que je m'asseyais devant la coiffeuse et commençais à me peigner les cheveux. « Kels... » « Je me suis réveillée en retard. Je n'ai pas préparé le petit-déjeuner. » J'ai essayé d'éviter ses yeux. J'avais l'impression que j'allais perdre mon calme et m'énerver contre lui. Il n'y avait pas un seul moment où je sentais son égoïsme aussi clairement qu'à présent. Il m'appelait sa meilleure amie, pourtant il n'avait jamais sérieusement pris en compte mes besoins. Mes sentiments. « Kels... tu sais que je ne parle pas de ça. Je suis juste inquiet pour ton état... » « Kels, ça va toujours entre nous ? » J'ai arrêté de me peigner et ai lentement croisé son regard. Encore à travers le miroir. Vraiment ? Il me demande ça ? Après m'avoir proposé le divorce sans même demander si j'étais d'accord avec cela ? Il a décidé seul. Tout simplement parce que son premier amour est revenue. Je ne peux pas le croire. J'ai feint un sourire. « Je ne me sens juste pas bien aujourd'hui, Pierce. » Il s'est immédiatement accroupi à côté de moi, ce qui n'est pas surprenant car je sais qu'il se soucie vraiment de moi. Ce qui m'a surpris, c'est pourquoi continue-t-il à faire cela après avoir enfoncé un poignard dans mon cœur. « Ça va ? » Il a doucement touché mon front et mon cou. « Tu es malade ? Dis-moi comment tu te sens, Kels. » « Mes sentiments n'ont pas d'importance », n'ai-je pas pu m'empêcher de lâcher. Il a paru choqué de ce que j'ai dit. Quand j'ai essayé de l'éviter, il a attrapé mon poignet et m'a fait le regarder. Son visage reflétait maintenant sa colère. Il avait complètement perdu patience. « Qu'est-ce qui ne va pas chez toi, Kels ? Tu agis comme ça depuis hier. C'est à cause de Lexi ? Ou parce que je ne suis pas rentré hier soir ? » Je l'ai regardé dans les yeux, agacée. "C'est toi qui as demandé le divorce ! Je t'ai dit de rentrer plus tôt mais tu m'as juste laissée attendre toute la nuit. Comment voulez-vous que je t'accueille ce matin, Pierce ?" Il a serré les mâchoires et a secoué la tête. « Kels, je... » « Assez. Nous parlerons du divorce après le travail aujourd'hui. » « Kels ! » Il a appelé et a attrapé mes épaules. La confusion et la douleur étaient visibles dans ses yeux. « Es-tu amoureuse de moi ? » J'ai été prise de court? Amoureuse ? Oui ! Depuis que nous étions au lycée. Depuis qu'il est devenu mon meilleur ami. Qui ne tomberait pas pour quelqu'un qui vous a protégé depuis toujours ? Mais bien sûr, je ne peux pas lui dire. Cela ne ferait que compliquer encore plus les choses. Je ne veux même pas qu'il me plaigne. J'ai secoué la tête et ai repoussé ses bras. « Tu es drogué ? Je ne suis pas amoureuse de toi. » Je lui ai tourné le dos et suis entrée à nouveau dans la salle de bain. Je l'ai verrouillée avant d'aller vers la baignoire. Je devrais me concentrer sur moi-même. Je ne peux pas laisser mes émotions m'affecter mais... mais pourquoi mes larmes tombent-elles à nouveau ? « Tu es si pathétique, Kelly ! Tu ne peux même pas lui dire ce que tu ressens vraiment », me suis-je murmurée à moi-même en essuyant mes larmes de colère. Il m'a fallu presque une heure à me baigner. Quand j'ai eu fini, j'ai réalisé que Pierce était déjà parti. J'ai secoué la tête, incrédule. Il ne cesse de m'abandonner. Je ne peux pas croire que nous en soyons arrivés là. Je pensais que nous allions bien. J'étais tellement stupide. *** « Bonjour, Mademoiselle Monroe... » « Bonjour, Vice-Président... » Je n'ai pas salué en retour comme j'en avais l'habitude. Je suis toujours énervée et mon humeur semble déréglée. L'irritation peut facilement me submerger et je ne peux pas la contrôler. Probablement à cause de la proposition de divorce de Pierce ou à cause de ma grossesse. J'étais sur le point d'entrer dans mon bureau lorsque j'ai entendu deux filles parler. « Tu l'as vue ? Je parie que c'est la petite amie de M. Anderson. Ils avaient l'air proches. » Mon front s'est plissé. La petite amie de Pierce ? « Ah ! C'est dommage que je n'aie pas vu son visage mais j'ai l'impression que c'est Lexi. » « Lexi ? Lexi Gilbert ? Le mannequin ? » « Oui ! Je parie mon salaire du mois là-dessus. Ils vont bien ensemble. » « Allons ! Mademoiselle Monroe et M. Anderson vont mieux ensemble. » « Sérieusement ? Ils sont meilleurs amis. Tu sais, certaines personnes sont mieux en amis. C'est le cas de M. Anderson et Mademoiselle Monroe. » J'ai fermé les yeux et ai poussé la porte de mon bureau. Je l'ai doucement fermée et me suis appuyée contre elle. C'est plus dur que ce à quoi je m'attendais. J'ai pris une grande respiration et me suis assise sur ma chaise pivotante. J'ai allumé l'ordinateur en même temps qu'une notification apparaissait sur l'écran de mon téléphone. Mes mains ont commencé à trembler dès que j'ai vu la notification. C'était une mise à jour sur les réseaux sociaux de Pierce. Il a publié une photo de lui et Lexi ensemble. En train de manger dans un restaurant chic. J'ai serré les poings et grincé des dents. Bien sûr, il n'y a aucun moyen que je puisse rivaliser avec elle dans son cœur. Elle sera toujours la première et je serai toujours la dernière dans ses priorités.		Novel new		1767	https://www.facebook.com/61566066291999/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633946	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 12:47 AM	1733881984	1749793675		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568119_1087402062844157_7939520026568893455_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=75PiweRhkvsQ7kNvgGUrheT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYCNVgwez2edJE-76mPgAGwgmsqXVJmrWP7NjYuyddfO2A&oe=675EC595	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Convido todas vocês para ver PROVADOR da Pimenta 🌶️ Hoje nós Stories, dando início a Nova Coleção de Natal 🎄 e Ano Novo !! Vem para os stories !!🥂🎄✨ Acessem nosso website no link azul na Bio @pimentaantonietaboutique > Shop Now⬇️ 🖥️Site: https://pimentaantonieta.com/ 📲Whatsapp: (561) 808 3412 💻 linktr.ee/pimentaantonietaw Envios pra qualquer lugar dos Estados Unidos 🇺🇸		Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2633954	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 11:41 PM	1733881985	1745815261		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2022 Cargo King cargo king		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/574151298889575/			4.6062820379918E+14	Jeremy Kelly		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2022 Cargo King cargo king - $38,000.00 2022 Cargo King Cargo King Practically brand new food trailer. 12 x 7. new charbroiler, new griddle, new 2 basket deep fryer and new 2 burner stove top. New salad fridge with salad bar. Small utility fridge. New hood fan. Water tank, three bay sink, water heater, wastewater tank underneath. New hard plumbing installed. Propane hard lines installed. The unit is super clean with a brand new diamond cut floors. Up and running. Moving out of state and cannot take with. Facebook Marketplace		Jeremy Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Jeremy-Kelly-460628203799183/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633951	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/2/25, 2:03 PM	1733881985	1746212594		1987																										waterdrop.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Christmas gifts sorted 🎁	3,000,000+ happy customers	https://www.waterdrop.com/collections/must-haves			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469397206_570639959010110_3649827229853947071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gvLH_78y2w4Q7kNvgGuDdHI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYCxPyTVCB0mCOV8Kv0ECOGouyfCEu4NhT747WSTuAli1A&oe=675EB084	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The perfect gift guide for the health-conscious this holiday season 🎁🎄 waterdrop® Microdrinks give your plain water a fruity boost with real fruit and plant extracts + valuable vitamins 🥥🍓🍍 The best part? Our cubes are free of sugar, calories & preservatives! 💧 Just drop, dissolve and enjoy anytime, anywhere Find your new favorite flavor now 👉 https://waterdrop.com		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633952	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/2/25, 3:18 PM	1733881985	1746217084		1987																										waterdrop.com	Shop now			VIDEO	Christmas gifts sorted 🎁	3,000,000+ happy customers	https://www.waterdrop.com/collections/must-haves			1.666725431936E+14	Kelly Jensen	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469818644_552684624425340_1543798214799509695_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ltcS99wPUSMQ7kNvgHy_PHA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYDR5G6l0wv6R9SAcPxVAjhF7fvRW5PBf354LL-43TFCog&oe=675ECC5C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎁🎄 Looking for the best Christmas gifts on a budget? waterdrop® is your answer! 💧 waterdrop® Microdrinks give your plain water a fruity boost with real fruit and plant extracts + valuable vitamins 🥥🍓🍍 The best part? Our cubes are free of sugar, calories & preservatives! 💧 Just drop, dissolve and enjoy anytime, anywhere Find your new favorite flavor now 👉 https://waterdrop.com		Kelly Jensen		29	https://www.facebook.com/61553210913399/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633953	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/8/25, 1:32 PM	1733881985	1746729151		1987																											No button			MULTI_IMAGES						2.3494009753403E+15	MG’s Prime Time Bar And Event Center	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469515471_896995162621566_8694965902058159223_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CXZRTPz5pVcQ7kNvgEATact&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYDw6YeLjCak_Up74BxvY3ppuI_-looZonw0Ov84BQoJdA&oe=675EBCC6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This Week at MG's: Monday- LILI Opens at 11am- Daily Special 1/2 Pound Angus Beef Burger, Fries and Drink $9.99. $10.00 Domestic Buckets of 6 Beers-$12.00 Buckets of Mic Ultra - $3.00 Shots of Old Forester -2 For $5.00 Fireball shots. Monday Night Football on the Big Screen BENGALS vs COWBOYS starts at 8:15pm. ****Poker at 7:30pm Next Door at HOC Social Club with Gandolph Graybush. Bartenders -LILI & KELLY Tuesday- AMANDA Opens at 11am- Daily Special Chicken Sandwich, Fries and drink $9.99. $10.00 Domestic Buckets of 6 Beers-$12.00 Buckets of Mic Ultra - $3.00 Shots of Old Forester -2 For $5.00 Fireball shots. ***Poker Next Door at HOC Social Club starts at 7:30pm with Gandolph Graybush. Bartenders AMANDA & MARSHA. Wednesday- LILI opens at 11am- Daily Special 6 Wings, Fries and Drink $9.99. $10.00 Domestic Buckets of 6 Beers-$12.00 Buckets of Mic Ultra - $3.00 Shots of Old Forester -2 For $5.00 Fireball shots. COLLEGE BASKETBALL - UL Vs UTEP at 7pm & UK vs COLGATE at 8pm. VOTE FOR WHICH GAME GOES ON THE BIG SCREEN. LADIES NIGHT SPECIALS ARE IN EFFECT- BUT.... No Music Bingo due to the GAMES BEING ON WEDNESDAY THIS WEEK.- All the above drink specials, plus 2 for $5.00 Frozen Drinks & 2 for $5.00 Well Drinks. Music Video Bingo will return next Wednesday December 18th at 7pm. Watch videos on the big screen and identify them on your bingo card. Win Prizes for single bingo, double bingo, X , and Cover All. ***Poker Next Door at HOC Social Club at 7:30pm with Gandolph Graybush. Bartenders LILI & JUSTIN. Thursday- LILI opens at 11am- Daily Special 4 Chicken Tenders, Fries and Drink $9.99. $10.00 Domestic Buckets of 6 Beers-$12.00 Buckets of Mic Ultra - $3.00 Shots of Old Forester -2 For $5.00 Fireball shots. Thursday Night Football -BUFFALO VS MIAMI on ALL SCREENS (VIDEO ONLY) Starts at 8:15pm. Karaoke 7pm-11pm with ALL STAR KARAOKE. POKER at HOC starts at 7:30pm with Gandolph Graybush. House Of Cards Social will have the Game on Next Door on all Screens with Video AND Audio Bartenders - LILI & MARSHA Friday- AMANDA opens at 11am- Daily Special Chicken or Steak Philly, Fries and Drink $9.99. $10.00 Domestic Buckets of 6 Beers-$12.00 Buckets of Mic Ultra - $3.00 Shots of Old Forester -2 For $5.00 Fireball shots. Karaoke 8p-2a with ALL STAR Karaoke. Come get your song on with The Silver Fox and Chaquita! ****POKER at HOC Social at 7:30pm with Gandolph Graybush. Music Videos by request 2am-Close Bartenders -AMANDA, CHELSEA, ALLY & LILI. Saturday- CHELSEA Opens at 11am- $10.00 Domestic Buckets of 6 Beers-$12.00 Buckets of Mic Ultra - $3.00 Shots of Old Forester -2 For $5.00 Fireball shots. COLLEGE BASKETBALL FRENZY! UK vs UL AT 515PM on ALL TV's. ****POKER AT HOC SOCIAL CLUB AT 7:30PM with Gandolph Graybush. AND......SOUND DECISIONS BAND - First Time at MG's 9p-1am on the bar side stage. Come Support them & MAKE LOCAL MUSIC GREAT AGAIN! THEN....Music Videos by request 1am-4am. Request your favorite dance music! Bartenders -CHELSEA, AMANDA, LILI, & ALLY. GREAT FOOD- The Cheapest Beer in 3 States! - NFL SUNDAY TICKET & THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL on HUGE SCREENS - Live Poker Action at HOC Social Club - KARAOKE - UK vs UL GAME - AWESOME BARTENDERS and SOUND DECISIONS BAND. WHEW! BE EARLY.... MG's PRIME TIME BAR AND EVENT CENTER - 7017 GLOBAL DRIVE LOUISVILLE, KY 40258 - 1/2 Mile North of Mike Linnig's Restaurant on Greenbelt Highway		MG’s Prime Time Bar And Event Center		1407	https://www.facebook.com/MGsPrimeTimeBarandEventCenter/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633961	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 5:15 AM	1733881986	1749550517		1987																										hotplate.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			https://www.hotplate.com/fourlittlebirdsbreadco			1.8800569773577E+14	fourlittlebirdsbreadco	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/461615762_492219997133501_3683042223081610025_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=ETmPleHnq54Q7kNvgHzGHHV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCaxQ1CgT0AivsqvVSVXkMqom4H22dGOpjrBqrkzfiA-A&oe=675EB7AA	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				fourlittlebirdsbreadco		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/fourlittlebirdsbreadco	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633958	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 8:11 AM	1733881985	1749561105		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ara.the.creator			1.0090781634966E+14	ara.the.creator	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751704_563197606542060_8386065688690560251_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RMi2FuTols8Q7kNvgE1Vc2U&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYBeK9EZ5pU3xkoSkBrXED8aQupEoJhvNklNE_WekAF6AQ&oe=675EC163	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				ara.the.creator		0	https://www.facebook.com/100092663922254/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2633957	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 10:57 PM	1733881985	1749614238		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ara.the.creator			1.0090781634966E+14	ara.the.creator	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751704_563197606542060_8386065688690560251_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RMi2FuTols8Q7kNvgE1Vc2U&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYBeK9EZ5pU3xkoSkBrXED8aQupEoJhvNklNE_WekAF6AQ&oe=675EC163	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				ara.the.creator		0	https://www.facebook.com/100092663922254/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2633963	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/14/25, 12:57 AM	1733881986	1749880655		1987																										hotplate.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			https://www.hotplate.com/fourlittlebirdsbreadco			1.8800569773577E+14	fourlittlebirdsbreadco	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/461615762_492219997133501_3683042223081610025_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=ETmPleHnq54Q7kNvgHzGHHV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCaxQ1CgT0AivsqvVSVXkMqom4H22dGOpjrBqrkzfiA-A&oe=675EB7AA	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				fourlittlebirdsbreadco		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/fourlittlebirdsbreadco	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633964	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/14/25, 10:04 AM	1733881986	1749913481		1987																										hotplate.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL			https://www.hotplate.com/fourlittlebirdsbreadco			1.8800569773577E+14	fourlittlebirdsbreadco	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/461615762_492219997133501_3683042223081610025_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=ETmPleHnq54Q7kNvgHzGHHV&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCaxQ1CgT0AivsqvVSVXkMqom4H22dGOpjrBqrkzfiA-A&oe=675EB7AA	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				fourlittlebirdsbreadco		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/fourlittlebirdsbreadco	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633997	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 8:25 PM	1733881988	1749605102		1987																										allentate.com				IMAGE	Just Listed	Charming home located near the heart of downtown Ramseur! This delightful property features wood flooring, updated windows for added efficiency, and a spacious lot perfect for outdoor activities. Enjoy the convenience of a detached carport and the peace of mind of a new roof installed in 2020. Don.....	https://www.allentate.com/Property/Detail/2066-Brooklyn-Avenue-Ramseur-NC-27316/allentateTriad/1164567			116019484110	Allen Tate Companies	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469489652_2938161802999324_4923473796641755624_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NzcFksPtiwUQ7kNvgGpf8PP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYArJssRpXqJglBj3IH7uQr1R4BprnbLEMIGKMu_3NDRYw&oe=675EC19D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		3 Beds / 1FB		Allen Tate Companies		10617	https://www.facebook.com/AllenTateCompanies/	0										View Edit Delete
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2633967	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/14/25, 4:11 AM	1733881986	1749892264		1987																										familyki.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Family Ki	Limited Edition	https://familyki.com/kelly-F01-124-01			3.6436714010269E+14	Family Ki F03	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469816631_1162778648717919_5175291319022062265_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=daWK_Eob4PcQ7kNvgHj1hMt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYCXz607B-Yg-xGKY1wGXmGXUANVGDnXDp4QssCNJhFUJQ&oe=675EAD83	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Perfect gift ❤ https://familyki.com/kelly-F01-124-01 Collection: https://familyki.com/collection/kelly		Family Ki F03		0	https://www.facebook.com/61565912554409/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633978	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 2:58 PM	1733881987	1749585481		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469527211_609836754729693_4867935490090801816_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bK3qkKnv3fAQ7kNvgFhk7fJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYDm2czzHy3GrLTRxq4-Nx8SLKhhqHlhL4Ny9MWFxnJPsg&oe=675ED236	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633992	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881988	1744621476		1987																										ad.readinkapp.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔞😍Click here to read on👉👉👉 The Unthinkable Happens		https://ad.readinkapp.com/ad/index.html?pixelId=956222069252271&pageId=672de72d5e24b527571cd75d&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}			4.9628025689622E+14	Best novel	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469035941_1140327387720731_2799397140347523428_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eBeGd-J_SboQ7kNvgGuKXUA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYA8PjyrXaL3H7wX6BnDPc6-4iPK6JY3Ssv-xAoTUlk4hQ&oe=675EB246	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"⚠⚠⚠🔞🔞🔞I thought signing the divorce papers would be the hardest part, but little did I know that what awaited me at home was hell... 📜💔 #LifeChangingMoments #BraveDecisions #divorce #abuse #billionaire #brokenlove #lovefallsapart #domesticviolence #voiolence #domesticviolence #beating #divorceromance #divorcebook #divorcenovel #goodnovel #trauma #strongfemalelead #womaninjeopardy🔥🔥🔥 ------ ""Excuse me, Miss Adams?"" The clerk asked from the opposite side of the counter. ""Huh?"" I responded, looking dazed standing there. I was not paying much attention to what was going on, even though she was ready for my cooperation. ""Here, ma'am,"" she said, looking at me with an irritated expression as to my being spaced out. ""I need you to sign here, on the bottom line on this page where it reads 'Signature', then be sure to sign the next page as well."" I looked at the document she pushed toward me, noticing she had already signed it under 'County Court Clerk'. I reached out and took the pen she held out for me to take before I scribbled my name on the signature line of the first page. Then I proceeded to sign the second page. In this moment, I realized that was the hardest thing I ever had to do. I had hoped that by doing this, it would make a difference in my life for once. When I was finished, I placed the pen down on all the papers before me and slid them back across the counter. She took the small stack of papers, adding a few more before stapling it all together, stamping the back page of each copy, and then handing me back both sets. ""Here you go,"" she said next, handing them over. ""The next step will be for this to get signed by the judge. Then it will be official as long as there is no one to contest it. The whole process should be done in about 3 to 4 months at best. But if there are any issues, then it may take longer for your divorce to be completed. Do you want him to be served?"" ""Yes I would like that,"" I said timidly as I was quite nervous about my decision to do this legally. ""Ummm, where do I go to? To get a protective order?"" ""That will be just down the hall in Suite C,"" she said sternly. As I looked down at the papers I held delicately in my hands, I had an instant feeling of regret. When I turned away from her, she said something, catching my attention once more as she said, ""However, I do believe they are out for lunch, small town after all. Do you think you will be able to wait?"" ""No, I am afraid I really must be getting back home,"" I said, knowing he should be there by now. ""They will be there in about 45 minutes to an hour if you happen to change your mind,"" she said, turning to walk away from me. I left feeling guilty as I walked out of the clerk's office holding the 2 small stapled bundles of papers in my hands. For some strange reason, I thought everyone was looking at me, so I kept my eyes glued to the floor, making my way outside. I was very self-conscious at that point, so I hurried back home. I thought about what I was going to say when the time came. And, when I could get away to apply for the protective order next. Time seemed to pass like nothing when I finally pulled into my driveway. I looked around before opening the door. All seemed quiet around the house. Was he even here? I got out, slowly. He was nowhere to be seen. I walked inside, still listening intently for the slightest sound. Was he even here? However, when I walked into the living room from the kitchen, everything changed. Out of nowhere, came a fist flying toward my face, punching me square in the mouth. I screamed out in pain as I closed my eyes. I felt a hand firmly wrap around my neck, while my back was slammed up against the wall. ""What the Hell do you think you are doing?!"" Shane yelled at me. I gasped for air, trying to respond to him. ""What are you talking about?"" I managed to ask. That infuriated him, and he wrapped a second hand around my throat, squeezing tighter. I instinctively placed my hands on his wrists, trying to get him to let go. ""I am talking about you being at the courthouse today, Kelly Anne! You were filing for divorce! What makes you think you are going to get rid of me??!"" He harped at me sharply. ""What?!"" I asked him, shocked by his words. Who saw me? No, better yet, who could have told him?! I had only just left there and went straight home. He strangely loosened his grip slightly as I whispered. ""I don't understand."" ""How can you not understand?"" He scoffed, looking at me aggressively with an evil look in his eye. ""You're telling me, you didn't see Nadine?! She was there paying one of my fines. She looked right at you. She saw and heard everything you said."" He turned slightly away before glaring again. ""Oh yeah. You want me to be served by a deputy?! You know I have outstanding warrants. Were you planning on them picking me up at that time too?"" He finally let go of my throat, and grabbed both of my shoulders while raising his knee, before he thrust it in my stomach. I gasped for air as I landed on the floor, hard! He then reared his foot back, kicking me in the chest. I thought he split my sternum in two with the force of that blow. He wore steel-toed boots too. I coughed violently, wrapping my arms around my chest, and curling into a ball. He suddenly knelt before me, scowling while reaching for my right arm. I kept coughing as he snickered at me, ""I will make it to where you're not able to sign your name unless I do it for you."" He twisted my arm, trying to give it an Indian burn. But! He used such a grip, twisting each hand in the opposite direction at such a speed that he broke my arm! I screamed out with all my might. You would have thought he dropped a 10-ton beam on my arm. I was in so much pain I was sure the neighbors could hear me if they were paying attention. All of a sudden, Nadine rushed into the living room, screeching, ""The cops are coming!"" ""What!?"" He yelled, standing to his feet while turning to face her. ""How is that possible?"" ""I stayed there after she left, overhearing them run your name through the system,"" his sister said, glaring hatefully at me. ""They ended up calling in a deputy. They said you had warrants for forced entry, assault and battery, and domestic abuse."" He paced while I cradled my broken arm, trying to protect it, when he turned around to face me after hearing this news. In the distance, we could all hear the sound of sirens getting closer. She left the front door open when she rushed inside. He walked over to me, adding, ""If I'm going to go, then I should go out in style!"" He moved his leg back about to kick me. I thought he was going to kick me in the stomach again, but I was so wrong. He ended up kicking me in the face, breaking my nose. Any harder and he could have killed me. I was dazed, my vision going in and out. I could hear the sounds of shouting while everything around me was fuzzy. Come to find out, Nadine left the door wide open. When the deputies approached the door, they could see me lying there on the floor, bleeding all over. ""Freeze!"" I heard someone shout as my vision started to fade to black. What's going to happen now? 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2634000	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 9:26 AM	1733881988	1745677583		1987																										phillyshow.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Philly Show	THE PHILLY SHOW is coming to Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks December 13-15, 2024 0 DAYS 0 HOURS 0 MINUTES 0 SECONDS Autograph Guest Information Autograph Guest Schedule Forward Area Guests Online ticket sales will end on Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 pm. Autograph and admission tickets w...	http://www.phillyshow.com/			346787068317	Philadelphia Sports Card & Memorabilia Show	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469828358_958161996371144_3965698400460634046_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rg7ZD8xdXjMQ7kNvgFREFFe&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYC05oE7K9l3Tm13I9_nWUOlQ_w5_4icKffYFsdVs8u29Q&oe=675EB8A9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		‼️40+ Autograph Guests‼️ Eric Allen * Ruben Amaro Jr. * Eric Bruntlett * Tom Burgoyne * Grant Calcaterra * Nakobe Dean * Cooper DeJean * Chad Durbin * Jake Elliott * Julius Erving * Dallas Goedert * Brandon Graham * Allen Iverson * Reggie Jackson * Cam Jurgens * LeSean McCoy * Wilbert Montgomery * Roy Oswalt * Vince Papale * Tim Raines * Clyde Simmons * Matt Strahm * So Taguchi * Bobby Thigpen * William Thomas * Ricky Watters * Brian Westbrook * Dominique Wilkins * Bill Barber * Tom Bladon * Terry Crisp * Gary Dornhoefer * Larry Goodenough * Bob Kelly * Bernie Parent * Don Saleski * Dave Schultz * Jim Watson * Joe Watson Only at the December Philly Show! 300 Attending Dealers! Trade Night! Autograph Giveaways! Kid’s Zone - Kids Trade Night, Games, Giveaways & More! Kids 10 & under FREE with paid adult admission! Online ticket sales will end on Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 pm. ⚡Get Tickets at phillyshow.com! ⚡ #phillyshow #thephillyshow #cardshow #thehobby #whodoyoucollect #mlb #nba #nhl #nfl #phillies #eagles #76ers #flyers #phillysports		Philadelphia Sports Card & Memorabilia Show		8098	https://www.facebook.com/ThePhillyShow/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633999	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881988	1744621476		1987																										phillyshow.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Philly Show	THE PHILLY SHOW is coming to Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks December 13-15, 2024 0 DAYS 0 HOURS 0 MINUTES 0 SECONDS Autograph Guest Information Autograph Guest Schedule Forward Area Guests Online ticket sales will end on Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 pm. Autograph and admission tickets w...	http://www.phillyshow.com/			346787068317	Philadelphia Sports Card & Memorabilia Show	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469595529_1160837222500776_7842047329015389626_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yYbgIxbNFd0Q7kNvgGV1X3S&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYC_-aJIKb4Wg1KKIh0B4hz3zbZ07tGXoVn2x7Sco87OxQ&oe=675EA70E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⚡The Philly Show is just ONE WEEK AWAY!⚡ Online ticket sales will end on Wednesday, December 11 at 12:00 pm. PLEASE NOTE: Appearance times are subject to change based on travel, scheduling, etc. All schedule updates will be posted to our website - please visit and bookmark phillyshow.com/schedule-updates/ to be sure you have the latest information! Autograph and admission tickets will be available onsite all weekend. Autograph guest tickets are non-refundable. You will receive a FULL refund on all tickets if the autograph guest CANCELED. Kids 10 & under admitted FREE with a paid adult admission!		Philadelphia Sports Card & Memorabilia Show		8098	https://www.facebook.com/ThePhillyShow/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2634010	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 3:41 PM	1733881989	1745700114		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/oldskool.ink_leon			1.098415880852E+14	oldskool.ink_leon	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469282630_3758647364352110_47786028339053290_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=EQiebi75tlwQ7kNvgHIwdty&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCTFxm54dRf1KpFT9bpjt3UHS6MWXW_HkjTotzO6GzFnA&oe=675ED4FD	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				oldskool.ink_leon		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/oldskool.ink_leon	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634009	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 7:00 PM	1733881989	1745712037		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/oldskool.ink_leon			1.098415880852E+14	oldskool.ink_leon	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469282630_3758647364352110_47786028339053290_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=EQiebi75tlwQ7kNvgHIwdty&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCTFxm54dRf1KpFT9bpjt3UHS6MWXW_HkjTotzO6GzFnA&oe=675ED4FD	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				oldskool.ink_leon		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/oldskool.ink_leon	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634006	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/1/25, 7:10 AM	1733881989	1746101433		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/eternalsummerhawaii			1.1494812153031E+14	Eternal Summer Hawai‘i	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469526855_600654282366988_2461888297426855874_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Yk0VTANkmQ4Q7kNvgGs-CSN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYBBMGzxUSsl8kBspx81LbAv2-Ad1LZ-B4YqYblDgbgdxA&oe=675ECF45	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Eternal Summer Hawai‘i		23	https://www.facebook.com/100090537533892/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634008	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/2/25, 12:45 PM	1733881989	1746207955		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/oldskool.ink_leon			1.098415880852E+14	oldskool.ink_leon	https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/469282630_3758647364352110_47786028339053290_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=EQiebi75tlwQ7kNvgHIwdty&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCTFxm54dRf1KpFT9bpjt3UHS6MWXW_HkjTotzO6GzFnA&oe=675ED4FD	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0				oldskool.ink_leon		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/oldskool.ink_leon	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634005	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881989	1744621476		1987																										play.google.com	Install now			VIDEO			http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3880149930726E+14	DramaBox- drama movies2	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469367098_2034752143664570_5443481465306066929_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kY5eIF5iDSkQ7kNvgEPfX8-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYCA6eflpKATG7XHRS3KtqOF6jaXLSt-jQZDVghvAjAHtQ&oe=675ECF36	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Beatriz tem que trabalhar em dois empregos para sua mãe: faxineira do dia e Stripper da noite. Uma noite, Marcos, o infame chefe da máfia, entra no clube de Beatriz, na esperança de recuperar seu "poder do homem". Toda mulher é uma decepção, exceto Beatriz. Ele se apaixona por ela instantaneamente, sem saber que o amigo de Beatriz, Antônio, também está disposto a sacrificar tudo por ela. A escolha tem que ser feita: Um mafioso excessivamente dominador ou um herdeiro inocente?		DramaBox- drama movies2		150384	https://www.facebook.com/61551046958457/	0		INSTALL_MOBILE_APP								View Edit Delete
2634023	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 4:41 AM	1733881989	1749548497		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/main_street_homes			130999662935	Main Street Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469581478_619990490456405_1053304831921041973_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1iIASO26FIsQ7kNvgHsGOgS&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYCrO5dVYsXALB3CxAkQKteLFp9lnVXCP0zUrBVAm871PQ&oe=675EC923	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Meet one of our designers, Kelly! 🌟 Ready to get inspired by some of 2024’s favorite kitchen trends and a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2025? Tap to watch and discover the latest in kitchen design! #MainStreetHomes #GOMSH #RVA #RVAHomes #NewHomes #Design #Kitchen #Trending		Main Street Homes		7834	https://www.facebook.com/MainStreetHomesVA/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634020	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 4:50 PM	1733881989	1749592215		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/persiankellybundy			3.860441212505E+14	Persian Kelly Bundy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469720551_8949684141742102_7540338246753184566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wy_AhcPRc-MQ7kNvgE2PXkZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDg6pY4HwSNs2Z9thsPPQqVuL4niO4x_JYp_ckVdcDq3g&oe=675EC8FA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Persian Kelly Bundy		0	https://www.facebook.com/61561804795840/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634019	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 9:44 PM	1733881989	1749609842		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/persiankellybundy			3.860441212505E+14	Persian Kelly Bundy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469720551_8949684141742102_7540338246753184566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wy_AhcPRc-MQ7kNvgE2PXkZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDg6pY4HwSNs2Z9thsPPQqVuL4niO4x_JYp_ckVdcDq3g&oe=675EC8FA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Persian Kelly Bundy		0	https://www.facebook.com/61561804795840/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2634021	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 9:54 PM	1733881989	1749783284		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/persiankellybundy			3.860441212505E+14	Persian Kelly Bundy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469720551_8949684141742102_7540338246753184566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wy_AhcPRc-MQ7kNvgE2PXkZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYDg6pY4HwSNs2Z9thsPPQqVuL4niO4x_JYp_ckVdcDq3g&oe=675EC8FA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Persian Kelly Bundy		0	https://www.facebook.com/61561804795840/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634017	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 5:58 AM	1733881989	1749812296		1987																										https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-...	Sign Up			DCO	🌟 Uncover What’s in Store for 2025 with Kelly Surtees! 🌟	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-ahead-forecast-and-transits/			3.0040486996988E+14	Kelly Surtees Astrology	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469599028_1707292779840115_409188732684864281_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CU0Yho-03rkQ7kNvgGC2dBy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYBduuPbpTi0kC9-nEMurcG285JmyLJvkIruTL9bCi0z6g&oe=675EC47A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 Discover 2025’s Astrological Trends with Kelly Surtees! 🌟 Join Kelly for a 90-minute webinar exploring the major transits and themes shaping the year ahead, including: ✨ Saturn & Neptune in Aries: Dissolving illusions and reimagining possibilities. ✨ Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Managing emotions during slowdowns. ✨ Venus Retrograde in Aries & Pisces: Understanding Venus’s eight-year rhythms. ✨ Uranus in Gemini: Restless energy fueling change and innovation. 📅 Date: Saturday, January 4 | Time: 3 PM PT 💵 $30 (through Jan 2, $35 thereafter) | Includes streaming access + transcript. 💻 Can’t attend live? Stream or download later! ✨ Register today and align with the energy of 2025! https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-ahead-forecast-and-transits/		Kelly Surtees Astrology		9489	https://www.facebook.com/KellysAstrology/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2634035	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 9:26 AM	1733881990	1749565604		1987																										https://nameswear.com/spa/	Learn more			IMAGE	Suicide Prevention - Story Shirts (Round 104)	A portion of all sales is donated to reputed organizations that support Suicide Prevention awareness. So whenever you submit names and buy from us, you are making a difference.	https://nameswear.com/spa/			1.8010775701297E+15	Suicide Prevention Story Shirts And More	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468841592_953365383363540_921364744947620990_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dNMMNg7XPNcQ7kNvgHAF77r&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYADuYOxA9E9PlKYgWZ35b5r4-4qMy7xkOsrkucM8FTEwA&oe=675EBEC6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		❤️💔 SUICIDE PREVENTION Awareness 💔❤️ - Story Shirt - Submit Names Now! ➡️ Submit here -> https://nameswear.com/spa/ Our hearts are wounded and bruised and will never be the same again 😢. But you can honor your loved one(s) by wearing a tee/hoodie with their name, and maybe even inspire someone to stay strong. Tap on the link and give the complete name (Name and Surname) of a loved one who took their own life, and we will print it on this round of our Story Shirts. (We have already done over 102 Rounds of these shirts) Our Story Shirts: * Tell a unique story * Honor your loved ones * Spread Suicide Prevention Awareness * Allow you to start a conversation * Make a greater impact * Give hope and strength to those who are fighting all by themselves. ➡️ Submit here -> https://nameswear.com/spa/		Suicide Prevention Story Shirts And More		21455	https://www.facebook.com/spa.nameswear/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634039	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 10:15 AM	1733881990	1749741360		1987																											Send message			VIDEO	Sunday Service - December 8, 2024 - New Life Church					1.0996994731948E+14	New Life Church	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469665719_1267164197738260_3837290724624679722_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3zZw7zUpzI4Q7kNvgGuGKqE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCc7FbwhX3WgpsS-UCl6OkSyhx2xHJqjnbDU4rijpHKWA&oe=675EA6D8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Sunday Service - December 8, 2024 - New Life Church O Holy Night - Week Two Luke 2:8-18		New Life Church		967	https://www.facebook.com/NLCville/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2634037	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 11:03 PM	1733881990	1749873798		1987																										kellydionne.beneve.com	Learn more			VIDEO			http://kellydionne.beneve.com/			3.2000062452611E+14	Kelly Dionne	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469648893_1127914328854109_9129257082372568953_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9ijfgwXyzQQQ7kNvgGXzTxL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYBqq7gQdt9eNW7x_yfBWhnqhuASZhZluDaLsGT3r0zPIw&oe=675EB7D1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		$19.95 (no shipping!) gets you 8-12 days of our INCREDIBLE Limitless Duo. KellyDionne.beneve.com/cl/218632		Kelly Dionne		44	https://www.facebook.com/61557277960223/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634038	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881990	1744621476		1987																														VIDEO	Steven and Kelli Nelson Missons presentations					9.7984510206473E+14	Chester Assembly of God	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469893287_882250640759257_1130601933636631093_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nxl0OUF3sssQ7kNvgGBuNa4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYDl6nqzmwa81zA6RsG7BGXNevbD5LKvXptkbJr3XKzTng&oe=675ED231	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Sunday, December 8, 2024 Philippians 4:10-20		Chester Assembly of God		471	https://www.facebook.com/chesterassembly/	0										View Edit Delete
2634046	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 10:48 PM	1733881991	1749786539		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634048	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 11:24 PM	1733881991	1749788688		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634045	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 9:18 AM	1733881991	1749824328		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						2.9577481694214E+14	Opyum Lounge	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469617842_1810345526460848_512225666032320467_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vp_yBYlwn0gQ7kNvgFOrxCs&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYB26XsaqS3QuuDYrxtjKk4BrGVmfxSBeP-2au4Mf1_b3A&oe=675EC123	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Opyum Express East (19528 Kelly RD) 313-458-7795 & Opyum Soul (17425 Telegraph) 313-740-7187 $7 Daily Lunch Specials Specials 12pm-4pm. Call-In or Dine-In		Opyum Lounge		645	https://www.facebook.com/61557910113277/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634047	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 9:17 PM	1733881991	1749867422		1987																										boredomkills.us	Order Now			DCO	Don't miss out, 15% off today!		https://boredomkills.us/collections/shop-all			1.026036520359E+14	BoredomKills	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469659306_1077319140801958_2846977146584603330_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RZkJU7-xrSkQ7kNvgHh-Zbt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYCsp0WaJfGX9ppVKrQhPVroESYpKDxSK4_nsy_rBegtKA&oe=675ED1FB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get 15% off today using "15off" 👀		BoredomKills		993	https://www.facebook.com/boredomkills.us/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634065	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/25/25, 9:35 PM	1733881992	1745634944		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/martinacamposimoveis_			1.0071929502994E+14	Martina Campos	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469644464_997514048804789_5938255830712732571_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CaDyamZoNGUQ7kNvgHBNZi8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYBMokkr8nHDIXtLEAap5_W39pbto0jebZaws7wPul2aTw&oe=675ECBBB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Martina Campos		0	https://www.facebook.com/100070252642213/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634067	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 1:07 AM	1733881993	1745647650		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/martinacamposimoveis_			1.0071929502994E+14	Martina Campos	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469644464_997514048804789_5938255830712732571_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CaDyamZoNGUQ7kNvgHBNZi8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYBMokkr8nHDIXtLEAap5_W39pbto0jebZaws7wPul2aTw&oe=675ECBBB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Martina Campos		0	https://www.facebook.com/100070252642213/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634066	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 11:05 PM	1733881993	1745726707		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/martinacamposimoveis_			1.0071929502994E+14	Martina Campos	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469644464_997514048804789_5938255830712732571_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CaDyamZoNGUQ7kNvgHBNZi8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYBMokkr8nHDIXtLEAap5_W39pbto0jebZaws7wPul2aTw&oe=675ECBBB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Martina Campos		0	https://www.facebook.com/100070252642213/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634064	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 2:32 AM	1733881992	1745739169		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/hollyedavidsonart			1.0664636415009E+14	hollyedavidsonart	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469702702_1496615874354945_959601887607726195_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3bJqijyQQ9IQ7kNvgHYwzJe&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYDjLR1vGEbtofjGIZqcJ8D3dtlH9AuHC4G8qTbpifFxSA&oe=675ECF8A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The opening of my Exhibition "Let's Face It" at Neiman Marcus was fantastic! I am so grateful to all who attended. Neiman Marcus graciously served champagne, and the models, friends, family, patrons, and art lovers all had a chance to meet each other while enjoying the works up close. Guerlain's new fragrances, inspired by art and the prints of my new drawing, were well received. It was a beautiful night. I could not be happier. Thank you! The exhibition remains open until December 10 at Neiman Marcus, Merrick Park, Coral Gables, FL. [info: Works 845, 866, 867, 870, 872, 873, 879, models: Jennifer, Mike, Nicole, Teisher, and Kelly; music: Romeo, "End of an Era" (Artlist.io)] @neimanmarcuscoralgables @ggartspace #neimanmarcus #guerlain #miamiartweek #ggartspace #artbasel #gableschamber #miamiart #contemporaryfinearts #oilpainting #oiloncanvas #figurativeart #linedrawing #linepainting #hollyedavidson #figurepainting #figurativeart #contemporaryart #paintingstudio #femaleartist #paintingprocess #artexhibition		hollyedavidsonart		0	https://www.facebook.com/100068760546920/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634068	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 2:10 PM	1733881993	1745781051		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/martinacamposimoveis_			1.0071929502994E+14	Martina Campos	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469644464_997514048804789_5938255830712732571_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CaDyamZoNGUQ7kNvgHBNZi8&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYBMokkr8nHDIXtLEAap5_W39pbto0jebZaws7wPul2aTw&oe=675ECBBB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Martina Campos		0	https://www.facebook.com/100070252642213/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634063	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881992	1744621476		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						4.8436631142395E+14	Opyum Promotion	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469882165_1274547333793881_5411741318441356233_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=m67VMzOdaeoQ7kNvgGn035L&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYBWVmmAlmHNTVFNbTr899aKUli2-GPng9Qmw6r5MHNQOQ&oe=675EB498	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Opyum Express East (19528 Kelly RD) NOW OPEN. Opyum Food Now East!!! Sun 12pm-9pm Mon 2pm-10pm Tues-Thurs 12pm-10pm Fri-Sat 12pm-12am Doordash-Ubereats or Call-In 313-458-7795		Opyum Promotion		24	https://www.facebook.com/61568176335196/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634073	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 2:12 PM	1733881993	1749669144		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/thecalmchakra			1.6220754079243E+15	The Calm Chakra	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469753643_3961862537369953_3503143063641454162_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XZ5fya8TBK8Q7kNvgE98N5v&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYB80gD61LLZ8_zwVSTmFsgCJFJ7uP5EyyAd37_qkaQV3g&oe=675ED492	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Christy Carlo loves her Calm Chakra and hasn’t taken them off since she got it. Find out which piece wants to be invited into your life. Your vibrational energy interacts with crystals that you surround yourself with. Whether you carry it, wear it or simply place it near you, you are raising your energy frequency to match the crystal’s and this can promote healing or help remove blocks. ✨ All our crystals are remotely energized regularly by certified energy healer Kelly Jill Ng to bring you the maximum healing benefits all the time. @kellyjillng www.kellyjillng.com ✨ Shop on our website www.thecalmchakra.com. Select items availabile at Amazon.ca and Amazon.com with free Prime shipping. . . ✨ . . #thecalmchakra #thecalmchakracrystals #crystals #crystalhealing #wordsofwisdom #goodvibes #crystaljewelry #raiseyourvibration #crystalenergy #spiritualawakening #thegreatawakening #selflove # #crystalmagic #higherconsciousness #crystaltherapy #crystalgems #gemstones #energyhealing #love #chakras #chakrahealing #chakrabalancing #followyourintuition		The Calm Chakra		441	https://www.facebook.com/thecalmchakra/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634071	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/8/25, 3:01 PM	1733881993	1746734466		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2000 Trojan Express by Carver 320 express cruiser		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/2574335992955988/			3.2889584110334E+14	Jim Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469649044_2019028591903857_3003501725215610143_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ou1IiBfYu3AQ7kNvgF7LCce&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYClJLHMRQ0mKuB2gJQ2fsQuGbnK9OFlMnWyqgF5V8vmSg&oe=675EBCFB	REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		2000 Trojan Express by Carver 320 express cruiser - $44,900.00 For sale is an awesome Trojan by Carver Express Cruiser. 35 ft, super plush seats, upgraded sea floors, twin 350 fuel injected Mercruiser motors, generator, Simrad navigation system. Great interior with full head, kitchen, large L shaped couch, frig, power anchor, comfy bed, the works. Well taken care of, everything in great shape. Comes with a slip in State Park Marina paid for a year. This is a bonus since the wait list there is 3 years. Facebook Marketplace		Jim Kelly		0	https://www.facebook.com/Jim-Kelly-328895841103335/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2634088	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 8:13 PM	1733881994	1749604397		1987																										offcoastwellness.com	Book now			IMAGE	Off Coast Wellness	★★★★★ 5/5 “Kelly Knox has been an absolute game-changer in my weight loss journey. Her personalized approach and constant support helped me lose over 30 pounds. She truly listens and tailors everything to fit your lifestyle, making the process feel manageable and encouraging.” Learn mo...	http://www.offcoastwellness.com/			3.8647580788186E+14	Off Coast Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469850463_1711803739600144_5308470465427304518_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eNS1x5ZlzwoQ7kNvgEmShO6&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYD3i1HlIf3Ze0CDauIXdpo6-_R1eAEaieS4MzjAI-Y9EQ&oe=675EB6B9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 Hormones and Health: The Connection You Deserve to Understand Struggling with unexplained weight gain, mood swings, fatigue, or symptoms that just don’t seem to improve? Hormonal imbalances could be at the root of it all—and we’re here to help. At Off Coast Wellness, we specialize in addressing complex conditions like: 💠 PCOS: Tackle insulin resistance, weight gain, and irregular cycles with a personalized approach that includes BHRT, GLP-1 medications, and supplements like berberine and inositol. 💠 Endometriosis: Manage pain, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances to reclaim your energy and quality of life. 💠 Thyroid Disorders: Optimize your thyroid levels for improved metabolism, energy, and mental clarity—because “normal” isn’t always optimal. 💠 PMS/PMDD: Get relief from severe mood swings, anxiety, and physical discomfort with tailored hormone optimization and lifestyle strategies. 💠 Postpartum Mental Health (PPD/PPA): Support your mental and physical health after childbirth with compassionate care that focuses on both hormones and well-being. 💠 Anxiety and Depression: Explore how hormonal imbalances may be contributing to your mental health and discover how hormone optimization can help. ✨ Whether it’s restoring balance to your hormones, addressing underlying metabolic issues, or providing integrative mental health support, we’re here to create a plan that works for YOU. 💡 You don’t have to settle for struggling through symptoms. Take a step toward better health with personalized care that addresses the root cause—not just the symptoms. 📞 Book a free discovery call today or jump right into your initial consultation and let’s start your journey to feeling better, inside and out.		Off Coast Wellness		779	https://www.facebook.com/61563578017290/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2634085	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 4:29 AM	1733881994	1749634198		1987																										linktr.ee	Learn more			VIDEO			https://linktr.ee/KellyDecoMusic			1.0376454246564E+14	Kelly Deco	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469578029_1526683951356590_8161333068342750518_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YEbeEFr09sUQ7kNvgHUO1Q_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYDwYvbp2kCUPGwIJ0_wiIkZn9Sc5d714HxrL36S4eppgw&oe=675EB8A4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Superpower#take #a #look		Kelly Deco		44	https://www.facebook.com/KellyDecoMusic/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634087	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 4:43 PM	1733881994	1749764633		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Remate para que se vaya ya Casita de Barbie		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1361834585196343/			1.089660187838E+14	Kelly Valenzuela		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Remate para que se vaya ya Casita de Barbie - MX$800,00 Casita Barbie le sirve todo , en buen estado .. única dueña … se entrega con barbies , accesorios y carrito de Barbie ,, entrego por galerías del valle o cercanías Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Valenzuela		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Valenzuela-108966018783802/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2634093	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 5:46 PM	1733881994	1749681963		1987																										drftsalon.com	Learn more			VIDEO			http://drftsalon.com/			3.3884157930725E+14	drftsalon	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/418066164_865406872046230_6224062567728031133_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=6CQfCJfP3x0Q7kNvgFYUGif&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYDyo51fQE1D7Rs0f5uXED1MUtu38oyujUle4ralvSWIDw&oe=675EAEE6	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		Raleigh’s premier scalp facial spa. Come DRFT with us. DRFT is the feeling you get when you are immersed in the water, floating in the currents of the ocean. Your body is halfway submerged, drifting between two spaces. Your breath keeps you relaxed and still, and all your unwanted thoughts are silenced. You are drifting. DRFT is a studio salon that offers relaxation, reflection, and a deeper understanding of yourself. We have built out an amazing suite with a range of offerings and products, we are highly skilled at all things hair care, styling, and scalp concerns. We can’t wait to have you come and see for yourself! Click our link in bio and get started If you want to bring a friend or group with you email kelly@thehightidesalon.com #raleighnc #downtownraleigh #headspa #thehightidesalon #selfcare #haircare #ncspa #scalpfacial #scalp #raleighsalon #japaneseheadspa #relax #dandruff #psoriasis #massage #facialtreatment		drftsalon		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/drftsalon	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634092	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 12:27 AM	1733881994	1749792423		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/ig.maxuria			3.9096704077210E+14	Maxuria	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469648898_564572612851946_4114335343835446894_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1TUJbQ1f2YEQ7kNvgE-tLxc&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAvOj60hjn084FEThpnWLd0R8FC6A-cR9pkQK-F68Dr7Q&oe=675ED6C8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨Whole Set!! 👜Hermes Birkin 25 Shiny Porosus Crocodile PHW 🔥 Follow us for more luxury finds 🛍 Shop authentic preloved luxury handbags at 🔗 Maxuria.com #hermes #maxuria #luxurybag #authenticbag #hermeskelly #hermesbirkin #kelly #birkin #fashion		Maxuria		15	https://www.facebook.com/61564877761652/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2634101	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/26/25, 2:24 AM	1733881995	1745652283		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469478756_1226712841765029_8913093491633520282_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AVlRYpZiNr8Q7kNvgFI3aMV&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYCrNX5YzOeXGgvdSTlMnNlROpOUs7OyKt_5vGynLzn_ug&oe=675EB1D4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634096	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 2:27 AM	1733881994	1745738862		1987																										dental-implant-school-finds.today	Learn more			IMAGE	Find Dental Implant Schools Near You 🔍	dental implant schools near you,dental schools offering implants,dental full mouth implants cost,dentist and implants near me,dental dentist nearby,dental implants clinic nearby,dental schools nearby	https://trk.techtimes360.com/cf/r/6746098109748a00123bacc0?ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&source={{site_source_name}}&placement={{placement}}			1.0329773265869E+14	Kelly Ellis	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468977119_892343889680551_9204198719447185210_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bjTRvOd6ugUQ7kNvgGQqQ_p&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYA51PEJmoijJ1pal_VPNSeilS-Od013elRQYV-roymHqg&oe=675EC66F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get dental implants, dentures, crowns and more at discounted rates..		Kelly Ellis		3937	https://www.facebook.com/mybrilliantgadgets/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634189	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 11:57 PM	1733882000	1749531428		1987																										news.vt.co	No button			IMAGE	The Greatest Female Singers Of All Time, Ranked	These women will go down in history as some of the most legendary vocalists of all time	https://news.vt.co/en/top-hollywood-singers			1.0679407793608E+14	Epic Feed	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469794928_597897286045305_7202089381018583366_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GZHeChtGNA8Q7kNvgFwy8Ns&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYCff0Gtj__TkyJ_zk2mZr9Rc8ymS56DbrvMZ5q3mwXGvQ&oe=675ECF6E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Out of the thousands of female singers who have recorded songs, these are the women who stand out.		Epic Feed		15981	https://www.facebook.com/100064306201131/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
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2634107	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	7/5/25, 4:31 PM	1733881995	1751751082		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469352302_1631027377535506_8920438684591446062_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3KTmhRW48W8Q7kNvgHaSeQD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYDfAiONAye96wkmxxikaYodjLEPM86-_gVVDu7TfHSLKQ&oe=675EC601	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634106	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 10:04 AM	1733881995	1749481460		1987																										a.popstorys.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.popstorys.com/ad/UmVhZGZpYy8zNzQzNTQvMjAyNDEyMDYxMzU4NTQvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469084625_552523380962317_5725349162694068019_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=o1ld542gOBoQ7kNvgEJajKQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBqdyI9OBD7AWVB7sYwk5TFNwH3pLv33yqHJiVWxL1mcg&oe=675ED75C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634104	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 11:15 AM	1733881995	1749485744		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469462793_1707240483155390_987005666644157015_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4bdHcBZEcuAQ7kNvgH0-lGe&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBrzHK0aEIn2PxSx-4wxzZ2-FG8XytiFnBIKJy1qZTWyQ&oe=675EA8C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634105	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 10:50 PM	1733881995	1749527432		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469421517_586334283778258_6273715590584813017_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ca93gidKe48Q7kNvgHbGbzY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYCcrjP5egnqcDxJdGUcsH4iTZ7gRIRiaeyZ7Dbz1ga_jA&oe=675EC008	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634111	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 11:36 PM	1733881995	1749703003		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468956216_597120786136773_8185970744592439080_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Mz1AJjpgaF4Q7kNvgEE8hx0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYD5sBUGvRu9h7gNSWCWkkAALfZKy_KELFSZrk0HbXkpCA&oe=675ECE04	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634109	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 8:50 AM	1733881995	1749736209		1987																										a.pocketsereader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.pocketsereader.com/ad/L1BvY2tldCBlUmVhZGVyLyR7bGlua0lkfS8yMDI0MTIwNDE0MTEzMy9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}			1.015677463446E+14	Cra0003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469020070_1171030404447738_1632662769840430305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zqhqReORKvoQ7kNvgFL4sJk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYD7XY1x6njzhJ219BsYfyGemyWY5YOl0u3souXYZhp63Q&oe=675EB2F6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		My heart broke as I watched a girl with long blond hair and barely any clothes on straddle Axel while she sucked on his neck. I have spent enough time at the mercy of men that I was determined to never end up back there. Men who cheated had no honor. Men who had no honor weren't worth wasting time on. Now as I stood here, watching Axel grope and peck the blond was a real eye opener. I didn't need this in my life, not now, not ever. Maybe it was time to move on, leaving was usually the best way to deal with it. I refused to be with a man that could change his bed partners as often as his socks. _________ "Hey Harley...can you take table four?" Marie asked as she passed me in the kitchen. Setting the glasses in the bin to be cleaned I quickly washed my hands and headed back out into the bar area. I have worked at The Scene now for the past six months. I was lucky at finding a job so quickly when I got into town and I honestly loved working for Mac. On the outside he looked like a big, scary bad biker, but he was nothing but a soft marshmallow on the inside. Most of the girls at the strip club were terrified of him, but not me. I found his gruff exterior endearing. The man had a huge protective streak when it came to me, acting more like my father then the pathetic excuse of the one I was born to. I haven't really thought of him much since he was killed and I ran away. Over the years I have had to move a lot, keep under the radar of both the law and the law breakers. In my world, finding yourself having to deal with either never had a good outcome. Fortunately I was lucky and when I turned eighteen I was able to breathe a little bit easier. Mac shot me a wink as I passed the bar and headed past the stage. The place looked to be getting crowded tonight. Table four was one of our larger ones in the back corner behind the stage. It was usually reserved for the Renegades, the local MC that ran the small town and I know that Marie didn't feel very comfortable around them. Growing up around bikers myself, I didn't have a problem with them, as long as they left me alone. With Mac being a member, his bar became a common hang out for the brothers outside of the clubhouse. They got cheap beer and boobs shoved in their faces, what more can a guy ask for right? I still wasn't quite sure why Mac even hired me since I refused to take any of my clothes off, but I was a bartender and manhoodtail waitress when needed. Most nights I was safe behind the bar, but two of the waitress's called in sick with the flu that was going around. So for tonight at least I had to dodge octopus hands and overzealous bikers. Pulling down on the leather vest I skirted around the stage to find table four overflowing with hot bikers. But I had my fill of bikers over the years, especially the earlier ones. All bikers were definitely on my no-no list. I couldn't risk being associated with anyone in that world. It was too dangerous. Just because I couldn't touch didn't mean I couldn't look, I was still a woman who appreciated nice scenery. There was just something about that a man in leather pants, a tight white shirt covered with a leather cut that just did something for me. it downright made my panties drenched. Just goes to show you that you can take the girl out of the MC, but you cannot take the MC out of the girl. Why couldn't I find a nice clean, cut guy who was an accountant? Was that too much to ask? Probably because I would be bored in about two minutes. Even though I found most of the guys at the table attractive, only one filled my dreams each night as I called out his name. Relesing in my sleep was new experience for me, but Christ what an experience. Dream intercourse ranked up there with watching good porn, even better. Some of the things Axel did to me in dreamland had my body humming for hours after I wokeup. Even now my body tingled like his hands were actually caressing it. Shaking my head I tried to clear my dirty mind as I approached the table. I needed to get my head together. The President of the Renegades had women throwing themselves at him...many he caught. Trust me I was not on his radar. Over the past months the man barely acknowledged me but he would sit at the bar a couple nights a week and listen to me and mostly Mac nonsense, chiming in here and there. Even with his brisk attitude towards he paid attention. I swear I could feel the mans eyes on me constantly. I kept telling myself to leave matters alone, I didn't want to open that door. But I couldn't deny that the hot biker certainly revved my engine. "Hey boys...what can I get for you today?" "How about you on that stage showing us what you got darling?" Hawk the VP commented. "Not a chance Hawk...I am way too much woman for this crowd." The table laughed while checking out my assets. And trust me I had plenty. But I kept them covered. For a bartender at a strip club I had little skin showing, but it seemed to work. Skin tight jeans and a leather vest kept me all covered, but accentuated my assets. It didn't really fit into the whole strip club atmosphere, but Mac agreed since my boobs and hip looked amazing he would let it go. "Come on Harley, show us your boobs." Tank yelled from down the table. All the others decided to chime in, wanting to see what I had stuffed into my skin tight leather vest. I found that loved to wear it for two reasons, one they kept the girls contained and I loved the feel of it rubbing against my skin. Dressed, I loved my curves and 38D size boobs, but undressed...yeah my boobs were no longer perky, I don't think they were ever perky but the men still loved them, not like I showed them to any one. "All right enough you bozos. What can I get you, I guess I should say who wants a beer that might be quicker." Eight hands were raised, all except one. Axel sat back in his chair and continued to stare at me, not partaking in the joking around about me taking my clothes off. My chest ached knowing that I couldn't have a man like him. He was just like all the rest. Arrogant, manhoody, womanizer...the list is endless. "And for you...whiskey?" Axel has been in here enough for me to know that he was partial to hard liquor than beer. "Yeah darling...whiskey will work." The side of his mouth raised as I nodded to him. The man was seriously gorgeous with just a half smile, he would be downright deadly with a full one. Before I could embarrass myself even more I headed back to fill the order. I loved when he referred to me as darling. I don't know why the endearment got to me every time but it did. Mac had even started to tease me about it. Handing out the drinks most of the men's eyes were focused on Bambi who was currently upside down on the pole. Christ that had to hurt...did she ever get pole burn I wondered? Placing the whisky in front of Axel I found his eyes not on Bambi but...me. "Um...can I get you anything else?" "Yeah darling...you." My butt hit his lap and his lips sealed to mine before I could utter a squeak. His large hands roamed all over as he drank from me. As quickly as it started it was over and I was pushed up right. As I tried to clear my focus Axel didn't seem fazed at all, as Bambi now had his full attention. Pissed and completely aroused I stormed off before I hit him over the head with my tray. The nerve of that man. Who did he think he was just pecking me like that and then pushing me away. This confirms every thought that I had...I needed to stay away from Axel Reed. For months the man sits at my bar and does nothing - now my lips still tingles from his sneak attack. As the night went on the crowd seemed to keep steady. And I was able to keep my mind off of the raging hormones towards one certain hot biker. the man for captivating my thoughts. Tips were flowing along with the beer and everyone was behaving for a change. Most men left me alone since the undressed woman dancing on stage kept their attention. But my luck ran out when I found myself being trapped between two men. Two large men who had wandering hands. "baby...lets head into the back...I want to touch your titties and then relaease all over your face." Yeah, so not happening. What is it with men in general, were they so confusing. One brushed me off like I was a fly and now these two swarmed me like I was covered in honey. Thing Two held onto my arms tightly as I managed to break free, pulling my arm out of his strong grip. The club was dark and we were situated back by the wall, hardly visible. I should have known better. "Get off me pricks. You want a lap dance flag one of the girls down." Using more force, I jerked my other arm free as I kneed Thing One in front of me since he was running his fingers along the top of my breasts. His touch sickened me bringing back bad memories. Then I thrust an elbow up into Thing Two. The impact momentarily dislodged me from their trap allowing me the time to escape. Then before I could flee the grip in my hair had my body projecting backwards once again into his deathlike grip. It hurt. Where was a knife when you needed one. "Wrong move bimbo." Pain exploded on my cheek as Thing One hit me and then Thing Two chocked my throat. Tightly...and then squeezed. All my years of training flew right out the window along with my breath. Fear took over. I knew better then to let my guard down. "Now we are going to head back to the back room and you are going..." Thing One suddenly disappeared from my view as he was tossed to the wall by an anger looking Axel. I could no longer see Thing One, only backs of the leather cuts displaying the Renegade patch. Prick deserved what he got. The hand on my neck was cutting off my air as Thing Two backed away from the pissed off looking bikers. "Let the lady go and we may just let you walk out of here...alive." My vision was starting to blur but I could still make out Axel as he stalked closer to the guy. Air exploded into my lungs as my body was tossed away from Thing Two. Large muscular arms circled my waist, preventing me from slamming to the floor. As I struggled to suck in much needed air I was able to focus on the man holding me. Axel. The look on his face confused me but I didn't have time to think about it before my world went black. Mac demanded that I take off the next few days until I felt better or at least until the bruises faded. Since my throat was sore from the prick who squeezed it I didn't put up much of a fight, especially since he was so concerned. It sounded like a great idea at the time, over the years I didn't get a lot of down time. But now after three days of sitting in my apartment, I came to the conclusion that I make a horrible sick person. I wasn't used to being idle. Even though my neck and throat hurt , I was bored out of my mind. I hated TV and I read the last of my books. Frustrated I grabbed my purse and decided to head to the book store. Maybe I could find something to hold my interest and help with the boredom. There was only so much time I could relive Axel's peck in my mind...I do believe I was going slightly crazy. Yeah I needed to get out of here before I start answering myself. One of the reasons I loved living in a small town were times like this. Everything you needed was in walking distance from the small apartment I rented above the stores that lined Main Street. the town was so small, Main Street was in fact the main street of the town. The bar was the furthest place away from me and that was still only a ten minute walk. You gotta love small towns. I enjoyed the warm weather as I window shopped. As I passed the nail salon on the corner, I looked at my nails to see that they looked pathetic. Since my hands were always in water washing glasses at the bar, my hands took a beating. Shrugging my shoulder I decided to head in, at least this would kill some time. The interior of the salon was painted a nice calming pale blue. There were four nail stations set up on the left and pedicure chairs along the right. Since I lived in boots, getting a pedicure was pointless for me, but as I looked at the sign I figured I would give acrylic nails a try. Many of the girls at the club swore by them. "Hi I am Tammy, what can we do for you today?" "I was looking to get a full set." She escorted me back to the last station that was open. We chatted as she worked on my hands. I was shocked that with her sweet, innocent personality that she had ties to the Renegades...being Tucker's old lady. I didn't know Tucker very well as he wasn't one of the regulars and now I see why. If he had Tammy at home he didn't need to be in a strip club. The woman was stunning with her golden blond hair that hung down her back. I was jealous as I always wanted to be a blond. But I knew my wavy red hair would not take the color well. Plus I was terrified to ever try changing it. "Hey I just figured it out...you are the girl all the guys in the club are talking about, you work for Mac?" "Um...yes. I bartend mostly. But occasionally waitress when needed." "Yes, Tuck mentioned that you had some trouble the other night. He wasn't there but he heard about it from Prez. It seems that there are some unwanted visitors in our town, those guys were part of it. Also heard you kneed the guy really good and put up a good fight." I guess that was why they didn't look familiar. "Yeah, the Renegades came to save the day. I will need to thank then next time they come in." That goes to show even big bad bikers have some sense of chivalry left. "Why don't you come by tonight to the club? The boys will all be there, I mean you already know most of them and I am sure Axel will be there so you can thank him in person." Did I really want to go to their clubhouse? Them coming to the club was one thing but going over to their turf...it was too risky. "Thanks Tammy, but I am busy this evening. Maybe another time." Like never. Way too many memories. My nails looked perfect when she was done. Not too long or pointy and I loved the deep red color. Promising to return in two weeks I headed out to run the rest of my errands. The day zoomed by as I piddled around town looking at all the small shops. I was able to pick up a few more books at the library to help bide the time. I also picked up fixings for a nice salad that I planned to enjoy as I read my new book. My life seemed so...normal. That thought shocked me to the core. Normal was not a word I have ever associated with my world and the feeling was...nice. By the time I was half way through the book, I already figured out who the killer was and a bit disappointed that the suspense was gone. Didn't matter, this happened a lot when I read, but I always finished the book as there could be a slight chance I could be wrong. Cleaning up the dishes I decided to finish reading in bed. Maybe having a relaxing day was so bad. As I grabbed another beer to take with me when someone knocked on my door. Looking down at my boy shorts and tank top I shrugged assuming it was Mac since he was the only person who knew where I lived. He must be coming to check on me again, man he was such a worry wart. I smiled at that thought, it was nice to have someone worry about you. I wasn't used to it. Without checking I opened the door. "Hey Mac, you need to..." But it wasn't Mac at my door. I should have looked, this was not how I wanted to look when standing in front of Axel. Leaning against the doorjamb his gaze traveled from my toes to my face and back down again. Embarrassed by my appearance I quickly tried to close the door. "Hey darling." His foot prevented the door from closing, instead his muscular body worked his way in pushing me back. The door slammed behind us with a loud bang. Was it possible or did he even look bigger in my small apartment? "Just give me a sec to go, um change." Since the outfit I had on revealed way too much skin, skin I needed to keep hidden. Why couldn't he come over when I was wearing something cute or flattering and just more of. "You look just fine to me." Christ his voice just got deeper. Oh that did things to me. Naughty Things. What! Snap out of it Harley...but his eyes continued to hold mine making me brainless. "So Tammy said you didn't want to come to the clubhouse tonight? Why is that?" I didn't realize that I was still moving until my back hit the wall. His large hands came up to rest right by my head, blocking me in. Oh boy. Wow his arms... "Um...I didn't mean anything by it..." "Axel. Say Axel darling. I want to hear it on your lips." He whispered, his face close to mine. "Oh...um okay Axel. I didn't take her invite seriously I guess." Christ I was like a bumbling school girl. How did women do this all the time? This man had me stammering like an idiot. "And why not?" Jesus did he just lean in closer? Oh his lips... "Um...I guess because I am not the type of girl that usually hangs out at your clubhouse." Well not the type any more but he didn't know that. "And what type a girl is that?" The man was smiling. An actual smile! Holy cow I think I just came a little. And was he teasing me? Flirting with me? He never did that. Did Axel have a sense of humor or was he just torturing me? "Um...I am not a sweetbutt?" I was practically a virgin. "Trust me darling...you definitely have a sweet butt, but no you are not at the same caliber as our club bimbos." Ouch. Okay that hurt. Was I that repulsive? His comment was like a kick to the stomach. Not the same caliber. Yeah he has that right. Ducking under his arm I needed to get away from him, but his hand stopped me. "Not so fast darling...that was a compliment. I meant that you were not in the same category as a club bimbo. Oh god..." Frustrated, his mouth smashed against mine as his body pinned me to the wall. Any conscious thought I may have had went right out the window the minute his tongue caressed mine. His large frame dwarfed me, making me feel...every thing. Now I could see why women did this. With my head tipped back, Axel had intercourse with my mouth, leaving no part untouched. After a few more seconds the angle hurt my already sore neck and I whimpered. "What's the matter darling?" His lips continued to peck along my lips. Oh that felt nice but... "My neck..." His tilted his head to exam the bruises and I could feel him tense. Since I was only five four, Axel was at least a whole foot taller than me, without my heels on his towering height was more prevalent. Swearing, his large hands gripped my thighs and lifted me up, wrapping my legs around his waist. What was the man doing? "We should really stop this." God his body felt good. No bad...Christ Harley keep your wits about you. What wits...the man sucked them out when he pecked me. Great now I was answering myself. Bracing me against the wall with his body and knees, his hand cupped my face and brought me out of hiding. "Nah I'm good." "But I am too heavy." And wet...and turned on...and ...the list was endless. "Stop pissing me off. I love your curves, they drive me wild - have since the first day you strutted into Th Scene." Oh...um okay. What was I supposed to say to that? I thought he barely noticed me, what with all the undressed girls bouncing around. With his hand cupping my cheeks his lips went exploring. Oh and the spots he discovered had my body burning. My sexual experience was not a good one, but Axel's lips...Christ they did things to a girl. Really good things. Was this the way intercourse was supposed to feel? All thought about being in his arms evaporated as he tugged down my tank top to expose the top of my breasts. "These are amazing. I cannot wait to get lost in them." Okay. Yeah so apparently that was the only word that came to mind. Did men really talk like this? With the way his lips felt I was pretty much up for anything at this point. Especially as it seemed my brain had malfunctioned. As his lips continued their journey over each plump mound his hands skirted behind me to grab two large handfuls of my hip. Squeezing he pulled me up further into his body, causing his hard manhood to rub directly against me. Jesus it was like being electrocuted. But in a good way. "your hip is so big it fills my hands...even better than I have dreamt about. Soon I plan on taking you in your lush round hip. You are going to love it...it is made for intercourse." His dirty words should have turned me off, but instead they were like throwing gasoline on a fire. And wait did he say...um I will have to get back to him on that one. What was wrong with me? This was not me, other than Axel I never pecked a man before! How did I get to the point where I was considering anal intercourse? In the past whenever I thought about intercourse I was completely repulsed, terrified. Just thinking of getting undressed with a man and doing...that, made me sick to my stomach. But why is this man different? even my dreams are new, but I would take them over my nightmares any day. Lifting his head his lips took mine briefly before he rested his forehead against mine. Looking into his eyes I could see desire? Lust? Not sure but I swear my panties just got wetter. That could also be from his manhood gently rubbing against my private part but I wasn't going to question it. The sound of knock snap both of us back into reality. this was not what I wanted. Bikers are bad. Bad. Bad. I needed to remember that. Had I not learned my lesson? All I had to do was look at my scars for the reminder. Thank god for whoever was on that other side gave me the opportunity to think clearly. Pushing out of Axels arms I all but ran to the door. I needed to keep my distance. Most people would call me crazy, but I was ecstatic to be back at work. It had been two days since my little make out session with Axel was interrupted by Mac. The man seemed to cloud my judgment and I was even more determined then ever to stay away from him. That was the only conclusion I came to after spending the last forty-eight hours of doing nothing but thinking about him. I was so confused. I was so thankful that Mac decided to come check on me but I was going crazy with all the unanswered questions running around in my head. Was I just another lay to him? Another plaything? What could a man like him ever want with a girl like me, other than intercourse? If Axel was bothered by Mac's impromptu visit he didn't show it. But he was when I turned down his invite to head over to the clubhouse, he stormed out of my apartment slamming the door behind him. I guess he wasn't used to the word no. Men and their egos. I could tell Mac wanted to ask but he kept his mouth shut and shifted the focus on my injuries. Now two whole days later and I still had no word from Axel. I guess the man was only after one thing that night and it hurt to think that he got it somewhere else, that he used me. Way to make a girl feel special biker boy. But I should have known better. If there was one subject I knew about, it was bikers. "Hey sweetheart how you feeling today?" Mac leaned against the bar asking. For a man in his late 30s he was still attractive in that older man sort of way. Even I could admit that his body was smoking hot, but in a purely platonic way. "I am fine Mac, how many times do I have to tell you, stop fussing. That was not the first time I have been manhandled and it certainly won't be the last." As the word came out of my mouth, I immediately regretted them. Me and my big mouth. "WHAT. Tell me now who laid their..." "Relax Mac, all in the past. As much as you may think so - I am not an angel. I left home at sixteen and struggled to get where I am now. My past is tainted just like yours." God if he only knew. Tainted was a mild reality. "Sweetheart, trust me there is no way that could be true." Smiling I just shrugged my shoulders and continued to wash the glasses. There was no way I wanted to have this conversation with him. As of right now I liked to keep my past right were it belongs - behind me. There was no sense in bringing it up, I couldn't afford to. After all these years I just prayed that Hunter has finally given up with what ever he had planned. "No worries Mac, I am a big girl and can take care of myself. Now here is the inventory for today, I have already stocked everything and all the glasses are washed." We chatted a few more minutes until the bar began to get crowded and I needed to get back to work. If I was lucky Mac would forget our little conversation and let it go. Friday's were always busy and I was happy to be safely tucked behind the bar tonight. I tried not to look at the door every time it opened to see if Axel would show, but that plan didn't work. God was my life really so pathetic that I was actually waiting on a man to just make an appearance. Apparently so. By midnight I pretty much gave up on seeing him even though I had no idea what to say to the man. Hi you pecked the heck out of me and I liked it? It's not you its me? See there really was nothing to say to him. Getting involved with him was not an option, so I just needed to get these thoughts out of my head. Being sucked back into that world was the least smart thing I could do right now. I needed to stay under the radar and sleeping with the President of the Renegades was not my idea of laying low. "Hey Harley, I need eight beers and one whiskey." Kelly shouted over the music. The order had me pausing for a second as I quickly glanced around the club. Sure enough at table four sat the Renegades. how did I miss them coming in? This time however the bikers were not alone. My heart broke as I watched a girl with long blond hair and barely any clothes on straddle Axel while she sucked on his neck. Not wanting him to see me I turned and filled the order setting the drinks on the tray. When the heck did he come in? It didn't matter when, I guess it just mattered with who. Since the girl wasn't a dancer here she was either one of the sweetbutts or a random girl that hung around the biker clubhouse. Either way the message was clear and well received, Axel moved on. I refused to be with a man that could change his bed partners as often as his socks. My father was like that , coming home with some cheap perfume lingering on his clothes. My mother was the same way, cheating with anyone willing. In the end their actions got both of them killed, not that I cared, they sucked as parents. I guess what did matter was that any feelings I may have been developing for Axel were now pointless. I would never set myself up with a man like my father...a man like Hunter. I have spent enough time at the mercy of men that I was determined to never end up back there. Men who cheated had no honor. Men who had no honor weren't worth wasting time on. Now as I stood here, watching Axel grope and peck the blond was a real eye opener. I didn't need this in my life, not now, not ever. Maybe it was time to move on, leaving was usually the best way to deal with it. Out of sight out of mind. I would miss Mac but that was it...		Cra0003		154	https://www.facebook.com/100094651747378/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634117	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 3:38 AM	1733881996	1745743093		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469279231_1147865540380979_6053875981803993238_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TC0t0SOXuicQ7kNvgHuNATI&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYAvwjfJWI6edExaVydU6gRA4LHRhC7M1pre9zJ3N8dGIQ&oe=675ED38E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634116	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:21 AM	1733881995	1748946075		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469317807_1099037672229451_7019558046533797697_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qtU7u33Os_YQ7kNvgGN43Iw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYB7_0_kXaPvcOxNaWie9XaSfTudltgt6KZ4RqHDg1Xgmw&oe=675EA741	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634115	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:32 AM	1733881995	1748946738		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469416388_1314399419742930_6953979916080233397_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=S42w4GDvzOYQ7kNvgEq2MO5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBxMg1AUEcqxIpPg-C40ztYLtIPLU2tN4LAXXq4Fl2_qQ&oe=675EA6BD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634123	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 12:41 PM	1733881996	1749490877		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469254486_461338586625978_2433757193338039382_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dUqRlVg7JmYQ7kNvgE12_6s&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBehoK7ASaGk7Im3vaJLmk7dT0fw_zyS3RT9DJTMNGqiQ&oe=675EB520	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634125	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 5:15 AM	1733881996	1745835313		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469379623_559612830115277_4959798676554797824_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BbyV7xk9j1cQ7kNvgHPLvT0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBhhUUJDqWC080vrE5SosJ6M3Tedu-FmPQGLXaGuFtH2g&oe=675EABA0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634124	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 7:53 AM	1733881996	1749560015		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469226984_848308737242522_7460866981307895281_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8q-OoMrzHpgQ7kNvgGdKTVH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYC_sLrhSrDgkeZ0WBkvRkm120LRS_AHdF4rq0j1YUoUpQ&oe=675ED6E4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634122	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 1:28 AM	1733881996	1749623320		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469297318_1089819762685564_7948870713652334324_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKoxz5jrIasQ7kNvgGWQ68y&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYAlKzot3YG-KK7RTxb3I7PVzCytEEida3ab8T39Guw8uQ&oe=675EBCC7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634127	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:15 AM	1733881996	1748945718		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469385617_2008215236365741_1505493546165757064_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=c8Z0eq87q9gQ7kNvgFg1OIc&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBk8vYW-dKaaSlR-VXDGCtA3f4e7lfglsx_KGgeJTCodA&oe=675EC96B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634130	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:23 AM	1733881996	1748946231		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469159894_1081086517103064_4679041454461661639_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pc7HMOL4YdkQ7kNvgGiW0ZA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYAXJbP5GA48JrGytEFtb4AXMn_7BcZHwNJzYucrwBp13g&oe=675EAC51	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634129	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:26 AM	1733881996	1748946367		1987																										a.popstorys.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.popstorys.com/ad/UmVhZGZpYy8zNzQzNTQvMjAyNDEyMDYxMzU4NTQvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}			1.238233107053E+14	ForFun-100	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469361825_884925747179080_282429984544580540_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=p66VMvbcjPUQ7kNvgGtvdys&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYD31MOs5dsYz6KfQETPNOu4KmglZVZsV4M8x8VnKji_sA&oe=675ED181	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-100		183	https://www.facebook.com/100094441775812/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634134	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:26 AM	1733881997	1748946380		1987																										bayoudreamsfoundation.org	Book now			IMAGE	Events | Bayou Dreams FD.	We are excited to announce the launch of our foundation dedicated to supporting less fortunate youth in Louisiana! Our mission is to provide mentorship, scholarships, and trade programs to help empower young individuals and guide them toward a brighter future. As we embark on this important journey,...	http://www.bayoudreamsfoundation.org/school-events			1.3817935620464E+14	Rosalind B. Campbell: Allstate Insurance	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469827464_1534038780556220_4527997486500672354_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TmzcgRp4lGkQ7kNvgHHYyUy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYAk-FCkTxS0spvuMQGrznsE20tiTW_MfBkyPby_xxCP-A&oe=675EB8C4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Be part of an extraordinary night of dancing and philanthropy! Campbell Insurance Agency & The Bayou Dreams Foundation have joined forces for a Scholarship Fundraiser to inspire Louisiana's youth! Your contribution will be a vital investment in shaping the destiny of Louisiana.		Rosalind B. Campbell: Allstate Insurance		189	https://www.facebook.com/100063488893042/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2634142	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 2:27 AM	1733881997	1745738880		1987																										sbko.bank	Learn More			DCO	Local Bank. Local Connections. Local Service.		https://sbko.bank/?utm_source=paidsocial&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=eugene			1.442607252432E+15	Summit Bank	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584727_550917431082301_4362208369980690889_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nt1nocQz-P8Q7kNvgFOZoOY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYBrSwKNcNcvQeaPeTzjxHQGgZCk6lK8vt4D8nwQdGq4Kw&oe=675EB124	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Summit Bank understands the unique needs of Oregon businesses because we are an Oregon business. To learn more about the benefits of using Oregon’s Business Bank™, visit our Eugene branch, explore our website, or call us at 541-684-7500.		Summit Bank		1165	https://www.facebook.com/YourLocalCommunityBank/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2634143	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 10:48 AM	1733881997	1745768890		1987																										sbko.bank	Learn More			DCO	Local Bank. Local Connections. Local Service.		https://sbko.bank/?utm_source=paidsocial&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=eugene			1.442607252432E+15	Summit Bank	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584727_550917431082301_4362208369980690889_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nt1nocQz-P8Q7kNvgFOZoOY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYBrSwKNcNcvQeaPeTzjxHQGgZCk6lK8vt4D8nwQdGq4Kw&oe=675EB124	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Summit Bank understands the unique needs of Oregon businesses because we are an Oregon business. To learn more about the benefits of using Oregon’s Business Bank™, visit our Eugene branch, explore our website, or call us at 541-684-7500.		Summit Bank		1165	https://www.facebook.com/YourLocalCommunityBank/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634139	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881997	1744621477		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2024 Forest River Grand Surveyor 305rlbs		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/879921497670949/			1.0973945147143E+14	Kelly Tetzlaff		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2024 Forest River Grand Surveyor 305rlbs - $53,000.00 2024 Grand Surveyor. Excellent condition. Trailer can be purchased and moved or you can apply to the park and keep it where it is in an excellent location. Currently parked in a great 55+ community that is 2 miles from Bonita Beach. Walk to Publix and restaurants. Lot rent is $695.00 month and includes water and electric. The trailer has been leveled professionally and strapped for storms. Custom free standing entry steps. PVC plumbed. Nothing has been altered in the trailer itself so it can be moved easily off the lot. Really can't beat the location, trailer lives like a cozy tiny house. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Tetzlaff		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Tetzlaff-109739451471431/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
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2634152	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 7:12 PM	1733881998	1749859976		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/meganhayniephoto			1.0823862444369E+14	Megan Haynie Photo	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813124_567428405995966_2297635898149261980_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=o_p4CKsT2x8Q7kNvgFZP6Z3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYDJAX-NZp74ugxYRb_mGKfVUnUeyF951731jrCoJP_R9A&oe=675ED36C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Megan Haynie Photo		556	https://www.facebook.com/meganhaynie.photography/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2634159	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881998	1744621477		1987																											Call now			IMAGE						3.5943045059573E+14	Kelly-Field Lawncare & More LLC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469752371_1738134337026347_9021234417492277745_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s_XlRMi1opwQ7kNvgE_AYfQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYACHhFxjI5YL5J9rfuuwods26yaud9n8S69qAk7PfCOcQ&oe=675ED66C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌿 Kelly-Field Lawncare and More LLC is your trusted all-phase landscaping construction company! From lawn care and planting to hardscapes, irrigation, fencing, and cleanup services, we handle every aspect of your outdoor transformation. Whether it’s grading, water features, or landscape design, we’ve got the expertise to create the perfect outdoor space. We know that foliage buildup and winter ice storms can bring your landscape down. That's why we offer cleanup services to get your yard back to its best, no matter the season! What does "all-phase landscaping construction" mean? It means we manage every step of your project—from design to installation, maintenance, and cleanup services! We also offer monthly & quarterly maintenance services to keep your landscape looking great year-round. Contact us today to turn your vision into reality! 💧🌱 LCB #100586 Kflawncare@yahoo.com 971-336-9686		Kelly-Field Lawncare & More LLC		23	https://www.facebook.com/61563501875806/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634168	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/14/25, 4:04 AM	1733881999	1744621477		1987																										us.shaklee.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Online Vitamin	Shaklee offers premium vitamins, nutrition supplements, clean beauty, and green home products. Shop online today and start your health and wellness journey.	https://us.shaklee.com/site/kellyrodriguez/			1.0115085301216E+14	Kelly Rodriguez	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469708941_939642670825721_6886111700741483678_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y29lvCaBGvYQ7kNvgG78JKn&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYDx1mMWOTkqdL70VzVz4vtWCCrUwFhm8Firv9dLZoDs-w&oe=675EBB00	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Shaklee offers premium vitamins, nutrition supplements, clean beauty, and green home products. Shop online today and start your health and wellness journey.		Kelly Rodriguez		220	https://www.facebook.com/the.kellyrodriguez1/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634164	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/27/25, 6:52 AM	1733881999	1745754753		1987																										kellygas.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Quality Gas Supplies And Fast	We Provide A Gas Tank To Fit Your Needs	https://www.kellygas.com/?cam=soc-tp-m136201-c832456-g2842975-			1.5940838075719E+14	Kelly Gas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/462106874_523172170470452_4769261589111745835_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cv3ZJ_1Nq0sQ7kNvgGuW1B5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYDkeatq5-YV03Qe7G7LNvPpGb-QMfny1szeYs15n0ZNiA&oe=675ECE31	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		BRR! The cold is coming. Call today for new customer tank installation and stay warm and cozy this winter!		Kelly Gas		129	https://www.facebook.com/100063529991794/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634166	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 3:57 AM	1733881999	1745830649		1987																											No button			VIDEO	TGI Sports Talk's Sunday Stream of Consciousness With Keith Engle!					1.05418991265E+14	TGI Sports Talk	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469828754_1679237879473992_4072502172167446276_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=inpuUODOWFcQ7kNvgHGZjwr&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYDyYgHzfp3sIRucE6c_Dl92YlEVqXNVo1EHljxaKDQcBg&oe=675EBE79	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		TGI Sports Talk's Sunday Stream of Consciousness With Keith Engle! It's Sunday and that means its your day! . Bring those hot takes, comments and topics. We look at all the hot topics is the world of sports and often more! Whether it be MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, College Sports, TV Sports, Pop Culture, Sports and Society, we will take our topics and yours and run with them, CFB is back! All that and much, much more. What say you? Join Us! #ncaa #cbb #cfb #nfl #mlb #nba #mlbinjuries #bills #texans #diggs #stanleycup #jimbiringer #sportstalk #sports #nhl #nflraft #michaelpenexjr #yankees #mlb #mlb #nationalleague #americanleague #aleast #alcentral #alwest #nleast #nlcentral #nlwest #mvp #cyyoung #roy #manageroftheyear #comebackplayeroftheyear #sports #sportstalk #sportspodcast @everbody @everyone #cfb #cfbplayoff #cfbtop25 #sports #sportspodcast #podcast #everybody @everybody		TGI Sports Talk		1863	https://www.facebook.com/100063640535504/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2634163	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 7:55 AM	1733881999	1749214515		1987																											Send message			VIDEO						1.0824793083706E+14	Church Of New Beginnings	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469489663_2045713025866026_6560642284755429917_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gnjJzKJiwwEQ7kNvgEpjeQz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYA03L3bDEpTrVSkI5IyInIJskMnlNqc4LYpG6iK5ss6cw&oe=675EDCC4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Church Of New Beginnings		263	https://www.facebook.com/100069920830926/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
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2634173	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 2:22 PM	1733881999	1745868177		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/fluentecomdoug			4.5989843387351E+14	Fluente com Doug	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469551256_444215982074325_8167537347838037938_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eL2wHQKvmCkQ7kNvgEvSNbo&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYA--a-VbzaoHg1SB4HaZbqV1RT2Vdu4wnFQcdpG-0nGqg&oe=675EAC53	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Saber falar esses nomes muda 0 coisas na sua vida ok? Mas lembrar que esse macete é útil em vocabulários, empregar na sua fala e ser compreendido de primeira quando conversar com um nativo, muda tudo! . #ingles #inglesonline #dicasdeingles #aprenderingles #inglesfluente #english #teacher #pronuncia #speakenglish		Fluente com Doug		0	https://www.facebook.com/61567317489065/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
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2634170	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 3:02 AM	1733881999	1748937773		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	FREE with Kindle Unlimited		https://www.amazon.com/One-Hundred-Reasons-Small-Romance/dp/B0BRLRS6YN?maas=maas_adg_F14131D1D3915156D0ED8EE3CBA5CC41_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			7.7248868943369E+14	Author Kelly Collins	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468090498_917731916962435_8656486601058054071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VDNcaL1xZZYQ7kNvgHVRrDd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYDJCTOWkrCWfPjV7654d0Kko1b88ReWZ1H9ugO-UrMlcw&oe=675EBB75	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		They are neighbors with nothing in common except a fence and a spark that could start a forest fire. Will the flame between Sage and Cannon ignite or fizzle out? Nurse Sage Nichols’ life isn’t going as planned. When a favorite patient passes away, Sage abandons her post for a few minutes longer than planned — and just like that, she’s without a job and a paycheck. But Sage’s patient left her a parting gift: an old bed-and-breakfast in the heart of the Rockies. So, determined to sell the property and return to Denver for a fresh start, Sage heads north to the mountains. When Cannon Bishop’s mother died, he gave up his dreams of leaving Aspen Cove for good and returned to run the family business. As owner of the only bar and son to the town drunk, he’s got no room in his life for a woman. But when Sage Nichols breezes into town, she changes everything. And if there’s one thing Cannon hates, it’s change. Recruited by the local doctor, Sage finds herself more involved in small town life than she intended. But the warm welcome she receives from the locals does not extend to the man next door. Trust sprouts unexpectedly between them and when Sage’s plan to return to Denver falls through, she is left wondering if her future might lie in Aspen Cove after all. Sometimes love gets in the way of the best laid plans… Welcome to Aspen Cove, the tiny Colorado town where fresh starts, hope, and true love live…		Author Kelly Collins		6411	https://www.facebook.com/authorkelleycollins/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634177	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 12:05 AM	1733882000	1749186309		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469324844_9097436800305299_7426155742642084510_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=64WUM468mq8Q7kNvgG83kNi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYBQmce01kMLlVUdfluOtYD3cYmoI-xfAm4PlkgWL-MmhA&oe=675ECEB5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634179	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/6/25, 5:30 AM	1733882000	1749205852		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469377754_1633382320573764_4221690377100579022_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pf-w30koJEIQ7kNvgFiV42W&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYDv0QQaRaZsASCUvMOVws4INfAm4FD8puqrXs3M7WUDFw&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634185	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/25/25, 8:19 AM	1733882000	1745587194		1987																										www.celebbeautysecrets.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Kelly's Transformation - How She Lost 100		https://www.celebbeautysecrets.com/jb-quiz?utm_source={{site_source_name}}&utm_medium={{placement}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}_{{campaign.id}}&utm_term={{adset.name}}_{{adset.id}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}_{{ad.id}}&cmc_adid=fb_{{ad.id}}			1.9963262718214E+14	Emma Johnson	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469568407_1252136859336717_2734779602688495159_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3NTiv-6pI3wQ7kNvgFgjFGd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYADDArexPPkVaBwm76Nl_QnAxiJC-QQvYCTnqJKP8n6XA&oe=675EB03B	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly reveals her celebrity secret behind her mind blowing transformation....		Emma Johnson		186	https://www.facebook.com/100054512017640/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634187	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 2:22 PM	1733882000	1745868175		1987																										tiffany-wheeler.com	Order now			VIDEO	Make the Book of Mormon Part of Your Christmas	Share a Christmas story that celebrates faith and family with Nephite Christmas – perfect for your holiday traditions.	https://tiffany-wheeler.com/product/nephite-christmas/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}			4.6582800327714E+14	Tiffany Wheeler Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/467028562_3982688225390378_7926712728960052239_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xvMw1AcqSocQ7kNvgFjfjkp&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYBzu0nF5n4IOga8zdmds7Sia59FCI6Xinug0g0Khrixcw&oe=675ECB1F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"Really fun twist on a classic christmas story! My 4 year old son loves it 🙂"		Tiffany Wheeler Books		41	https://www.facebook.com/61567716267980/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634186	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 2:22 PM	1733882000	1745868178		1987																										www.celebbeautysecrets.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Kelly's Transformation - How She Lost 100		https://www.celebbeautysecrets.com/jb-quiz?utm_source={{site_source_name}}&utm_medium={{placement}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}_{{campaign.id}}&utm_term={{adset.name}}_{{adset.id}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}_{{ad.id}}&cmc_adid=fb_{{ad.id}}			1.9963262718214E+14	Emma Johnson	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469563603_924877835927553_7511443321376986373_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qun_GyUBrukQ7kNvgEd9e2_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYC6gZ0wvHbv2RRQ49MKWerXzXqVFgb3ydgIGW2ehLrZ0Q&oe=675EAA9F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly reveals her celebrity secret behind her mind blowing transformation....		Emma Johnson		186	https://www.facebook.com/100054512017640/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634183	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	4/28/25, 2:23 PM	1733882000	1745868186		1987																										www.celebbeautysecrets.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Kelly's Transformation - How She Lost 100		https://www.celebbeautysecrets.com/jb-quiz?utm_source={{site_source_name}}&utm_medium={{placement}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}_{{campaign.id}}&utm_term={{adset.name}}_{{adset.id}}&utm_content={{ad.name}}_{{ad.id}}&cmc_adid=fb_{{ad.id}}			1.9963262718214E+14	Emma Johnson	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469602421_1256782812213261_5383672642631699310_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uSMZyUQnn3QQ7kNvgGyhP9_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AYNWCgaj1G_SqVn8Icsl6dq&oh=00_AYBuhC64m2ctwaKkN0tlojLaLqag-sehTS4JEHOgj1er6w&oe=675ED8AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly reveals her celebrity secret behind her mind blowing transformation....		Emma Johnson		186	https://www.facebook.com/100054512017640/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633974	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 1:03 PM	1733881986	1749837785		1987																											Call now			VIDEO						1.0766787234973E+14	James Riddle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469744855_1956586408156864_6353417226463299393_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y036IYEqr-IQ7kNvgHtp77v&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYAq3lCznDX53t7c3FOGWjwIe9VrhoInD4WrIXL8USqpsQ&oe=675EB20E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Time to get set up for the holiday season, Let me Help you to get set up with a Vivint Smart Home security system. Call, text, or DM today at 801-367-7600. @highlight Tracy Curington Carrie Lea Riddle JudyandTeddy W Moff Rosie Hurst Gavin Curington Vivint Julianna Curington April Curington Austin Cyphers Jocelyn Freeman Chance Benton Curington Josh Jumper Karen Poteet Laura DeHart Lauren Bradford Germán Núñez Morgan Swinson Abigail Binswanger Grant Cardone Blane Howard Ryan Webb Kelly Gray Brett Barborka Brandon McCarroll Sean Ryan Boston Pat Ownbey Patti Jones Curington Paul Vasso Marc Gent Nik Balderaz Daisy Leal-Balderaz David Woerz Destry Musgrove Richard Summers Joseph H Riddle Jr. Cynthia Greco Kim Schreibvogel #whenyouthinkofvivintjustthinkofjames #vivintsmarthome #alarms #doorbellcamera #powerintheprocess #alarmsystem #security		James Riddle		89	https://www.facebook.com/james.riddle.161446/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633110	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 6:21 PM	1733881915	1749165672		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634082	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 12:46 AM	1733881993	1749620780		1987																										acesheets.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	360° Workflow Management 18in1 Pack		https://acesheets.com/products/360-workflow-management-18in1-pack?utm_source=WW&utm_medium=360			1.1139040533823E+14	Acesheets Inc	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469355339_1093902615605459_1776496956808580425_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EKrsmIWgvqcQ7kNvgFaE319&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYAyBTNUCQPIsqgGfYhYJkq4nP196nf7tm53W_CyfFju1Q&oe=675EBD12	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Acesheets Inc		5514	https://www.facebook.com/acesheets1/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632843	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 7:06 PM	1733881888	1749168407		1987																										Rhythm Cycle and Sculpt- Give Back Day - Fight For Air Climb	INTERESTED			EVENT	Rhythm Cycle and Sculpt- Give Back Day - Fight For Air Climb	In this cycling invigorating class, pedal your way to a healthier you as motivating instructors guide you through a high-energy, music-driven workout that combines endurance, strength & exhilarating sprints. There is no class fee for the day. All classes will be open to anyone and we will be suggesting donations to the Fight For Air Climb. www.kcclimb.org https://www.rhythmcyclesculpt.com/ Class times are as follows: 8:00am Beat Drops & Bass EXPLICIT (45min) 8:30am Justin Timberlake: The Forget Tomorrow World Tour (45 min) 9:15am Global Getdown EXPLICIT 9:45am Booty by Jared EXPLICIT 10:30 am Beyonce, Kelly & Adele EXPLICIT 11:30 Snowy Stretch Vinyasa Power Flow Yoga	https://www.facebook.com/events/1387717705968815/			4.3843146285652E+14	American Lung Association in Kansas & Greater Kansas City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469752853_1755440631919628_7326232452137796671_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rHAjZCmkxGIQ7kNvgFr0hS5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBiZwVQe6sfbKSvKRueHgU8Xk-O866Dxr5acKIXrTPKYg&oe=675EC788	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		In this cycling invigorating class, pedal your way to a healthier you as motivating instructors guide you through a high-energy, music-driven workout that combines endurance, strength & exhilarating sprints. There is no class fee for the day. All classes will be open to anyone and we will be suggesting donations to the Fight For Air Climb. www.kcclimb.org https://www.rhythmcyclesculpt.com/ Class times are as follows: 8:00am Beat Drops & Bass EXPLICIT (45min) 8:30am Justin Timberlake: The Forget Tomorrow World Tour (45 min) 9:15am Global Getdown EXPLICIT 9:45am Booty by Jared EXPLICIT 10:30 am Beyonce, Kelly & Adele EXPLICIT 11:30 Snowy Stretch Vinyasa Power Flow Yoga		American Lung Association in Kansas & Greater Kansas City		728	https://www.facebook.com/LungKSKC/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633921	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/1/25, 6:48 AM	1733881982	1748778535		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469518278_1956927634794608_6705977493556600920_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SXsVzFub2XQQ7kNvgH_qc-x&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYC_10LCgfepjpOO4K2elDgTi-jKEwixUUrzwyR7KISmkg&oe=675EC0FC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2632630	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/4/25, 12:01 AM	1733881868	1751605311		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458406053_1052754443037721_5846550757853566253_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZUpNTeSJC-wQ7kNvgGwrYzd&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDjjtxy6ojOCBWcwFZW2FIinlKOBPgOhW5So1IoySyXRw&oe=675ED201	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633763	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 7:54 PM	1733881971	1749862478		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632765	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 2:48 AM	1733881882	1748936883		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.0830070571037E+14	Miiowtv short13	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459981452_1765710160838117_6128648309256408352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EI9Ja3JO6JoQ7kNvgFmJJNL&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYB8USFMO6aCU7JjnD_zFPuDzJyMP0HqkosmZImqcSenrg&oe=675EC207	REGULAR_PAGE	0					0		"👀 Binge-watching got you hooked? Don't miss the next episode of your favorite series! #NextEpisodeIsComing #GetReadyForMore"				0		0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633511	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 8:12 PM	1733881955	1749863558		1987																										Amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Fiery Forbidden Romance in Kindle Unlimited 🔥		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGOOWJI?maas=maas_adg_A0D77D253630935C357E2934D5F71413_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			1.0807030854263E+14	Hazel Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469781864_597975896251391_2764400930157849054_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=i6FupPFqSyMQ7kNvgGG_fJf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYAiWBnfD-PuYpCf0dOaiuPKQ7KxpVpezYHE2zF7EUoSvA&oe=675ECFAC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I moved across the country to get away from her freckles, and now she’s on my doorstep asking for a place to crash. I can’t say no, but I can’t let her get comfortable either. Because my step-sister is off-limits. My mind knows it even when my body fights it. And our friends and family know it, too. Besides, she’s still unpredictable. Extraordinary. Innocent in all the ways I’m not. Maybe that’s why I can never tell whether I’m studying her or hunting her… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Taboo, sexy, and sweet at its core! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I clung to every word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good punch of lust, a heavy dose of love, and lots and lots of feels! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These characters had me smiling all day long! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning. Read Roommates today for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 🔥		Hazel Kelly		48	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHazelKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633177	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 8:18 PM	1733881920	1749863916		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						1.1107153391085E+15	Karika Moda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469876999_1292336065236976_3533083561030114137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=08SjS-Tsdi8Q7kNvgFGKxBU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYDkvhq_RG2JThC01qbGc2ZIEfq8M5aI8VMgLs2BeHyBUw&oe=675EB786	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Se terminan súper rápido! 🌪🛍 🫧HERMOSOS COLORES 🫧 💙💚💛🧡❤️💜🖤🤍🤎 Conjuntos Gamuza y Lino $700 Chaleco Corto $370 Blazer $430 MaxiChaleco $400 Pantalón $400 Short $330 Pregunta, colores Disponibles 🤩 CH, M, L, XL,XXL Aceptamos efectivo 💵 transferencias📱📲 pago con tarjeta 💳, Dólares 💸 🚗💨 Entregó en distintos puntos de la Cd. sin costo. Entregó de *Lunes a Domingo* en: 📍Plaza de las Américas 📍Río Grande 📍Soriana San Lorenzo 📍Smart Country 📍Carl’s Jr Antonio J. Bermúdez 📍Applebee’s Campos Elíseos 📍Galerías Tec 📍Plaza Juárez 📍Soriana Súper Alameda 📍Smart López Mateos 📍Smart Teresiano, Ave de la Raza 📍Soriana Sanders 📍Smart 16 de Septiembre 📍Smart Altavista 📍Plaza Sendero Sólo *Miércoles y Sábado* entregó en: 📍Soriana Henequén 📍Walmart Teófila Borunda 📍Walmart Santiago Troncoso 📍Plaza las Torres 📍Smart la Cuesta 📍Plaza el reloj 📍Bodega Aurrera, Jilotepec Si compras 3 o más piezas, voy cualquier día de la semana 😊		Karika Moda		3044	https://www.facebook.com/100063796040114/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2634144	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 8:22 PM	1733881997	1749864176		1987																										sbko.bank	Learn More			DCO	Local Bank. Local Connections. Local Service.		https://sbko.bank/?utm_source=paidsocial&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=eugene			1.442607252432E+15	Summit Bank	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469584727_550917431082301_4362208369980690889_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nt1nocQz-P8Q7kNvgFOZoOY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYBrSwKNcNcvQeaPeTzjxHQGgZCk6lK8vt4D8nwQdGq4Kw&oe=675EB124	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Summit Bank understands the unique needs of Oregon businesses because we are an Oregon business. To learn more about the benefits of using Oregon’s Business Bank™, visit our Eugene branch, explore our website, or call us at 541-684-7500.		Summit Bank		1165	https://www.facebook.com/YourLocalCommunityBank/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633607	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 8:46 PM	1733881961	1749865571		1987																										youtube.com				IMAGE	Kelly Deco - Waiting For The Girl (Official Music Video)	Kelly Deco - Constellation | Deko EntertainmentORDER NOW: https://www.dekoentertainment.com/kelly-decoFor more information, visit us on:Our Website - www.dek...	https://youtube.com/watch?v=noj_FLn2y-Y&si=kt34VpwIa5pCG9qg			3.4881194830809E+14	Kelly Deco	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469894782_507709925619639_5253102239743284965_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H2hS_msMuLEQ7kNvgG9U3Aa&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYD3OIUZ3vewNmEa5uksiOft2Q7Xw4oE1eGEOnV0D7lArA&oe=675EDCD2	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Merry, Merry, Merry!		Kelly Deco		129	https://www.facebook.com/kelly.deco/	0										View Edit Delete
2632686	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 8:51 PM	1733881874	1749865866		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458764566_846248010965531_5001198039813926096_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YWUGMI6lG3MQ7kNvgEugEHT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYCCyHupIGhniLjgA7VdDfnKixDtaN2NJn6KxseI0TFcLw&oe=675EB07E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633901	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 9:53 PM	1733881981	1749869583		1987																										bridesblush.com	Learn More			DCO	El escándalo de paternidad de Kelly Clarkson y las estrictas reglas de crianza expuestas	La polémica paternidad de Kelly Clarkson, su vida y ascenso a la fama	https://bridesblush.com/trends/kelly-clarkson-story-spt-syn/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Kelly%20Clarkson%20Story%20SPT%20Roh%200912%20Dynamic%20Nitido%20-%206304%20-%20AdCeptive%20Media%20FZCO%20-%20Shines%20AKI%2091ba%20-%20Unknown%20WW%20FB%20ACM&network_code=ACM&utm_term=content&v=1			1.0631133924295E+14	Style Wait	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469679057_1249111152809798_7109304733628152975_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J7KMEgg4leIQ7kNvgGZsgcJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYDOPj1JFfC1INuAdrn2VPiIW6SHLIxHmTLyz0uC_FvsVQ&oe=675EB600	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		La verdad detrás del ascenso a la fama de Kelly Clarkson: sus decisiones de crianza y vida al descubierto		Style Wait		519	https://www.facebook.com/61552284218834/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633549	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 9:03 PM	1733881958	1749866592		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=70U511zt3Dn66YgvvuA5m8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9421&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672840_1668361717098879_1487715057775333699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hRa7FlNG72AQ7kNvgFJ-VvT&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYB8TWUsB-GwoLe_Bh0HOtnlFmqBpqrulg1mT4v4_MWqDA&oe=675EBC2A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633435	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:14 AM	1733881949	1748945669		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2633269	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 3:00 AM	1733881929	1748937642		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpCNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469800187_909707691293930_276539823563902402_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHFI5wl-dYkQ7kNvgEdwuS_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBodk_XnKFUAosViWf5dOs4xLYuv2OBiRrotl17C_zGcQ&oe=675EC8AD	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2632794	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 10:24 PM	1733881885	1749871497		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			VIDEO	Read next chapter		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1166169688155768&rawadid=120213581641240597			1.0438428235785E+14	Romantic Novel City	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465980778_543663971629326_7796634197572952309_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DH9gkX2hhBwQ7kNvgHJNpIF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYDcHfp2FkBA3RckwfX4oChnXePg3KPqSQ0Bxm5-ppDR9g&oe=675ED124	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633370	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/1/25, 4:19 AM	1733881945	1746091166		1987																										www.tseg.com	Learn more			VIDEO			https://www.tseg.com/top-conferences/			328824666121	TSEG	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806758_605433648585812_6409949023196980105_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TKllDMqEO80Q7kNvgFBCzbM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AyQSfa1bLDVpQ8xuZKj6O4R&oh=00_AYCvhk5UgVb78J2kwr5BEmzetp-jtNA0Y_7ml1ZqfhoDPw&oe=675EB946	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Recap of the HarrisMartin MDL Conference through the eyes of account executive, Sierra, and event marketing coordinator, Kelly! #TSEG #LegalMarketing #HarrisMartin2024		TSEG		722	https://www.facebook.com/tsegmarketing/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633280	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:42 AM	1733881929	1748954579		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The 2025 CR-V	Get to know the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=wwyLaU5nypD8z5oWyWkq0iNb2QY0gNeh4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9436&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_A&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469833005_1744428282772299_6691541824441069049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pUK76ZRF5PcQ7kNvgExaFo1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYBQS4TfmOqYVPfuu7X5dP1FFmpI_p4H-y89M5SxN1gttA&oe=675EC988	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		It's almost time for snow mode. Traverse through winter weather with confidence in the CR-V.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632991	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 12:53 AM	1733881901	1749880393		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Mahindra eMax 20s		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/590271887003462/			1.0381055788757E+14	Kelly Love		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		Mahindra eMax 20s - $14,795.00 Brand New 2024 MAHINDRA EMAX20S 19.4 hp diesel engine HST Transmission 680lb 3 point hitch lift capacity Foldable ROPS with seatbelt Reinforced steel side panels and hood Power steering Comfort seat with foldable armrests Independent PTO 23L front end loader with quick attatch 4wd 7 year powertrain warranty $14795 with available financing available! Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Love		2	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Love-103810557887566/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633693	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 12:09 AM	1733881967	1749877772		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469843710_2643876326001041_5928363299276361369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vOd3tuA9_wUQ7kNvgHd7-vG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYD25Po6ufHI237dpbvTBsH-T8ShzisZu4u1mAk4-NiNkw&oe=675EB376	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633041	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 12:57 AM	1733881910	1749880624		1987																										instagram.com	Send Message			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.instagram.com/			3.174981881156E+14	STAMP Paris	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469881769_1631793077428256_7258404289582448699_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eclhVbfuIz4Q7kNvgE3j3_Z&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYByJqp5ysbJgqZKmBFPB21CYOFgUJEjMJfVzvECevS-VA&oe=675EAE21	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Struggling to find your dream piece? Let STAMP's Expert Concierge Team help! We specialize in locating rare and hard-to-find items, making your search effortless and stress-free. Start Your Journey Today with us!		STAMP Paris		11	https://www.facebook.com/61559724720244/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633649	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 12:49 AM	1733881964	1749016192		1987																										hachettebookgroup.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL			https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/oh-what-fun-it-is-to-gift-running-press-holiday-2024/			369891003603	Running Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469909122_898623879062172_4914340340770855137_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xpt6eMn9bEMQ7kNvgG9RHuE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYCKs49rhhnnKayYG8ASXnqrhpCXjYN-YENT7pwmiZ09wg&oe=675EB7F8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Running Press		9578	https://www.facebook.com/RunningPressBooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633816	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 3:48 AM	1733881975	1749890894		1987																										amazon.com	Learn More			DCO	Agatha Christie's in hot water...	New Mystery from Kelly Oliver	https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christie-Conspiracy-Kelly-Oliver-ebook/dp/B0DFXWPCFP			1.1373829665754E+14	Kelly Oliver Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469674628_899433902311800_4183955725488729709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8e0wARRNX08Q7kNvgEQpVfN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYBw7q0OQfvGNnR07llhdYJXgExjwljgql74eUGHY8PTGw&oe=675EC38D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Agatha Christie is about to embark on a new, gripping murder case. But this time, she’s not the author – she’s a suspect…		Kelly Oliver Books		17826	https://www.facebook.com/kellyoliverauthor/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633108	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/11/25, 8:07 AM	1733881915	1746968873		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633424	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 1:43 AM	1733881949	1749883405		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633234	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 3:49 AM	1733881926	1749890991		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Exploration-Ready CR-V	Build your CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFegMxB61sup4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469809142_1107617687729210_955324948096767964_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5wY8fw_bQqEQ7kNvgHKD2G4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYBafvGdyyoNg4b0FxkqqJV8WXfnILPmgbZcPcJAIxekDQ&oe=675EC2BA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Equipped for all kinds of extracurriculars. Fit your weekend in the up to 76.5 cubic feet* of cargo space in the CR-V. *Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632582	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/7/25, 9:03 PM	1733881864	1749348207		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460810830_386022504546583_4449310275471778756_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=laaRFEVt26sQ7kNvgGderS5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCS_aZHTgh_8DdN6BqbtdLp7VUkxmWlocSRRsX4Zob6OQ&oe=675ED132	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632655	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 7:57 AM	1733881870	1748955425		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/459492555_877862810485497_5713673609866983434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zsT7Jr7unEgQ7kNvgEGMDOK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDOb53ZO4uWBhKsHdv6oTTHS-XNIgEGBDEvPxdI8TOHsg&oe=675EB254	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633599	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 1:52 AM	1733881961	1749883949		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634074	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/14/25, 2:00 AM	1733881993	1749884441		1987																											No button			IMAGE						1.126843984552E+14	Kelly Johnson	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689904_577186805261174_2226197382607558954_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DsWN3VPczEIQ7kNvgE8R1K_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APWCMlR90VrfmMa3dzgljWS&oh=00_AYB-7WJmX5-DWMcPtjk-KpyZvnWNCbLi_du0io6m_6UWLw&oe=675ED4BC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This!!!! 💯🤍💯🤍💯 PSA: I know Jelly Roll didnt say it first but he gave it so much more emotion and meaning!!		Kelly Johnson		21079	https://www.facebook.com/100086097288939/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633406	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 2:03 AM	1733881948	1749884633		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Tech-Rich and Sporty	Learn more about the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qkei7i-ntOb14-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TECH_RICH_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469831834_1297810497886262_7820726352683342384_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lmthqXUaUuQQ7kNvgHqQWrt&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYAG6bnXdR-yKg-KBdB7o-oZFCzfFcRqMG_RSv6NTwRY0w&oe=675ED67D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Make a bold statement with the Honda HR-V. Its sleek styling exhibits flowing lines and elevated finishing touches.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633419	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:41 AM	1733881949	1748954488		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632840	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 9:02 AM	1733881888	1749132141		1987																										getgalatea.com	Watch more			VIDEO	🌶 Click to Watch this Show 👉		https://getgalatea.com/lp/keily-en-cover-gtv-ke10?from=facebook-tv&campaign={{campaign.name}}_{{campaign.id}}&adgroup={{adset.name}}%28{{adset.id}}%29&creative={{ad.name}}%28{{ad.id}}%29&wpsrc=Facebook&wpcid={{campaign.id}}&wpsnetn={{site_source_name}}&wpcrid={{ad.id}}&wpscn={{adset.name}}&wpscid={{adset.id}}&wpcrn={{ad.name}}&wpcn={{campaign.name}}&utm_medium=cpc&utm_id={{campaign.id}}&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}			1.1338374186789E+14	Romance Reels	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469954455_1604367813519806_6441748214335136601_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=avB0UEfJiLwQ7kNvgGKCOaO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYDzcROoXG5bLy4FJwaPNW5sD7g0vXYgi6nNB7pdSCNQbQ&oe=675EB29A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		She’s the curvy scholarship student, constantly tormented by the rich and popular quarterback. But one night, after they both had a few too many drinks, she ended up on his lap—and that’s when everything took an unexpected turn.		Romance Reels		1325	https://www.facebook.com/61552709594506/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633633	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 10:43 AM	1733881963	1749829418		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Kids kayaks for kids & small adults		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1820111741802539/			1.0071151258377E+14	Kelly Gossett		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Kids kayaks for kids & small adults - $350.00 I'm selling ~30 assorted whitewater, recreational, and touring kayaks used in a fleet of instructional kayaks. Not all kayaks are listed; I'll upload pics and descriptions as I get around to it. I also have a number of kids whitewater kayaks. Feel free to DM me if you're looking for anything for kids and I'll tell you what I've got. Located in Rinconada, near the Rio Grande Racecourse, about 45 minutes North of Santa Fe. These are smaller, older whitewater 'playboats' used in an instructional program. Weight ranges are ~70-150lbs, depending on the boat. Perfect starter kayaks for kids, teens, and smaller adults. Especially for those new to kayaking, and looking for an affordable starter kayak for their kiddos. Whitewater kayaks are extremely maneuverable. I often hear kids say "Look mom! I'm driving!" Playing a few games on the lake, like Ultimate Kayak Frisbee, Sponge Bob Tag or Duct Tape Tag and your kids will have tons of fun learning and get hooked on the outdoors. I'm happy to provide some general guidance on how to introduce youth to river running, but highly recommend parents have solid leadership and rescue skills before going out to moving water. But a lot can be learned by playing fun family games at the lake the first few times. Pictures here are (Purple) Perception Method $300 (Green) Jackson Star $250 (Dark green) Dagger G-Force 5.9 $350 (Orange) Dagger Juice 6.9 $300 (Blue) Dagger G-Ride 6.2 $400 I have quite a few other boats not listed here, so if you are looking for an adult whitewater kayak, touring kayak, or Stand-up paddle board, feel free to contact me directly. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Gossett		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Gossett-100711512583774/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633601	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 2:15 AM	1733881961	1749885351		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY8fvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469860472_944563730349985_2652797508413258923_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rOZbGZu9_ggQ7kNvgF4AWzA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYAuUdvArOYlGDw-Zjil-kG435sYkdZLaIK8CbDYGSvrtg&oe=675EB6AF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633621	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 6:31 PM	1733881962	1749079869		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	2007 Grúas grúas		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1696571037858726/			1.0166418558095E+14	Kelly Cortez Ramirez		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		2007 Grúas grúas - MX$500.00 Grúas económicas de Tijuana #gruaszonacentro #gruasbulevar2000 #GruasTijuana #Gruas2000 #plataforma #arrastre #Guas #gruasdeplataforma #grua #gruas Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Cortez Ramirez		1	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Cortez-Ramirez-101664185580952/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632636	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 11:47 AM	1733881869	1749055640		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458745860_508995035182772_1924372475343827338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ulL92fGPGEAQ7kNvgHB0pCD&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYDRHrdT-l6-yEokMXK0rIxCf9IDEb4Go3WN0JVQ63SG9A&oe=675ED7F5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		"🎥 Binge-watching this series is like a rollercoaster ride! 😱 I can't stop watching it, and the next episode just keeps getting better and better. 🙌 ✨"		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632877	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 5:14 AM	1733881892	1748945661		1987																										https://www.astrologyuniversity.com/shop/webinars/...	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	The 12th House: Beyond Space and Time	Limited Time Webinar Bundle Offer	https://www.astrologyuniversity.com/shop/webinars/12th-house-mysteries-bundle/			1.6686317008804E+14	Astrology University	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469876989_970591258280634_7063289865664131198_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YXUnjyFl3aEQ7kNvgFrYzTp&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBMb4oSvqxNNQlTLbVSf4bACuXJf0w1UQxgF5vJGtXwFg&oe=675ECB9D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Limited Time Webinar Bundle Offer		Astrology University		10849	https://www.facebook.com/theastrologyuniversity/	0		GET_OFFER_VIEW								View Edit Delete
2633850	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:14 AM	1733881977	1748945662		1987																										fertilitylabcourse.com	Learn More			DCO	How Women Prepare for IVF During The Holidays [FREE TRAINING]	{{product.description}}	https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e			3.136569254766E+14	Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469902413_449986571245216_7634755285534026449_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QiEF-A7w3i8Q7kNvgHM4HON&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A_t7q_gFE9eJEJMa6Y2iLcA&oh=00_AYAvjMYnO0ks_0vGIGW8mxnd-yDRBd8cunxjVIemQfuTRA&oe=675EB423	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Starting IVF in the New Year? The holidays sometimes feel like they get in the way of moving forward on the fertility path. I often hear the disappointment from clients saying that these next weeks are a “waste of time.” Lab closures, postponements and travel might seem like frustrating roadblocks. But they don’t have to be. We can use this window of time to our advantage and actually IMPROVE the chances of a successful IVF with it! The most common pitfalls that women and couples fall into while they wait to start their IVF are: ❌ Thinking that IVF alone can overcome all fertility challenges ❌ Not actually preparing their body to get the most out of their IVF cycle ❌ Not using an integrative approach that actually IMPROVES fertility at its root Think of an IVF cycle like a marathon for the body. Someone wouldn't just show up on race day without having trained ahead of time, would they? There is SO MUCH that can (and should) be done to get ready! I have been helping women prepare for their IVF and get pregnant for over 20 years, even when previous cycles have failed. By using my integrative strategy, women and couples have been able to overcome fertility obstacles and bring home their baby. Learn about the system these women are using over the holidays in this free Masterclass. Watch it HERE 👇 https://www.fertilitylabcourse.com/0ca34b7e		Ren Wellness, Kymberly Kelly L.Ac.		174	https://www.facebook.com/renwellness/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633093	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 5:14 AM	1733881914	1748945663		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634131	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:14 AM	1733881996	1748945671		1987																											No button			VIDEO						1.5323766787309E+14	Kelly's Kansas life	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/467512321_547413554800437_1676539562428948296_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LWqx8jmit8cQ7kNvgEJbIZk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYDjd6HTl5Y03dO_3xx55_VheQdXrkxkYnJTMXOdFYOxQA&oe=675ED281	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Are You a Hot Pot Lover? 🍲 Ever wondered how hot pot restaurants serve those perfectly thin, tendon-free meat slices? The secret is restructured meat—small scraps of meat bound together with ‘meat glue’ to create larger cuts. This economical option is widely available in grocery stores but comes with a higher risk of bacterial contamination. That’s also why it’s essential to always cook it well done. Curious about the process? Let’s take a closer look! 👀		Kelly's Kansas life		273	https://www.facebook.com/kellykansaslife/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633929	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/14/25, 4:08 AM	1733881983	1749892087		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469072308_552658577547101_4296291593559737082_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_la38L_QzQAQ7kNvgFfQg32&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ARC8hXibE73NKLuMACo3x9j&oh=00_AYBXcVPUNoz5e_SG7v_xn49H2mbIRnAfp9S9w1h87s4r9A&oe=675EB0A4	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2634016	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:17 AM	1733881989	1748945844		1987																										https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-...	Sign Up			DCO	🌟 Uncover What’s in Store for 2025 with Kelly Surtees! 🌟	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-ahead-forecast-and-transits/			3.0040486996988E+14	Kelly Surtees Astrology	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469599028_1707292779840115_409188732684864281_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CU0Yho-03rkQ7kNvgGC2dBy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AMOoc7R6VUdOGytLEZrfqpu&oh=00_AYBduuPbpTi0kC9-nEMurcG285JmyLJvkIruTL9bCi0z6g&oe=675EC47A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 Discover 2025’s Astrological Trends with Kelly Surtees! 🌟 Join Kelly for a 90-minute webinar exploring the major transits and themes shaping the year ahead, including: ✨ Saturn & Neptune in Aries: Dissolving illusions and reimagining possibilities. ✨ Mars Retrograde in Cancer: Managing emotions during slowdowns. ✨ Venus Retrograde in Aries & Pisces: Understanding Venus’s eight-year rhythms. ✨ Uranus in Gemini: Restless energy fueling change and innovation. 📅 Date: Saturday, January 4 | Time: 3 PM PT 💵 $30 (through Jan 2, $35 thereafter) | Includes streaming access + transcript. 💻 Can’t attend live? Stream or download later! ✨ Register today and align with the energy of 2025! https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/2025-year-ahead-forecast-and-transits/		Kelly Surtees Astrology		9489	https://www.facebook.com/KellysAstrology/	0		SIGN_UP								View Edit Delete
2633329	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/11/25, 9:02 AM	1733881933	1746972141		1987																										kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More			CAROUSEL	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com/homedetails/az/phoenix/azregional-20241018215224356422000000/1015-e-mountain-sage-dr-phoenix-az-85048?t=1733354555339&shareProperty=TU1CMDI3QTg1OERFMUE0OTc4ODNBMUJGRkM3RkIwNEQ1NnxhenJlZ2lvbmFsLTIwMjQxMDE4MjE1MjI0MzU2NDIyMDAwMDAw&AgentMDID=MMB027A858DE1A497883A1BFFC7FB04D56&utm_source=cinc&utm_medium=property-details&utm_campaign=share-property-crm&utm_content=view-property-no-registration&src=SNFacebook			1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469669588_894885022827200_8004164136349910011_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bsm8g2RK7MgQ7kNvgEoH_MQ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A-eJ916hzAFAq2RohtF4pNd&oh=00_AYA8RGIRYTFuiwj78FeAkn06SGIupEYn1Wbl6pSFAzqpPg&oe=675EC13D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For more information, click “Learn More” 👉		Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale		3080	https://www.facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633842	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 9:24 PM	1733881976	1749090242		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Kuhn Knight Ps280 litter spreader		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/497959823280409/			1.1266531048377E+14	Kelly Katzung		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		Kuhn Knight Ps280 litter spreader - $97,000.00 KUHN KNIGHT PS280 SPREADER WITH ACCUSPREAD / SPINNER BEATERS HAS ATHENE SCALE SYSTEMS W/ISOBUS 800 CU FT STRUCK CAPACITY 750 HI FLOTATION TIRES HEADLAND DEFLECTOR AUTO CHAIN LUBE DEMO UNIT (@3LOADS)NEW WARRANTY 2023 MFG YEAR LIST IS 143,600.00 CASH SELLING $ 99,900.00 !!!!!! CALL OR TEXT 507 390 2416 FIVE ZERO-TWENTY FOUR SIXTEEN OR PM SOLD THROUGH OUR DEALERSHIP NORTHLAND FARM SYSTEMS INC OWATONNA, MN 55060 Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Katzung		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Katzung-112665310483774/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2632591	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 3:08 AM	1733881865	1749888515		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire And His Blood Wife👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/461181231_26965213796459071_4397342061172772226_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZpOZfH04_eYQ7kNvgEVpfG-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYC6dm9f4XwiTApsV0EINUUSBDpTw_BdenSVTcjMk56f5Q&oe=675ECCC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire And His Blood Wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633037	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/5/25, 9:35 AM	1733881909	1749134101		1987																										thekellybrewershow.com	Order now			IMAGE	Can a Rockstar Saves the Universe?	Explore engaging Christian science fiction books that blend faith, adventure, and thought-provoking themes, crafted to inspire and entertain readers.	https://thekellybrewershow.com/			3.5090870809878E+14	The Kelly Brewer Show	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469952581_1340229217157711_357626418268285557_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=T7H7Y7uUXDoQ7kNvgF7swnX&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AButRpMfvmsI_YemLdbXora&oh=00_AYB4F-nWuq49TBQpE10Ka3iPQo9uJRIArSWk5OXWbqcHYw&oe=675EC652	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Jon’s fight isn’t just for Earth—it’s for the galaxy! Can a rockstar save the universe? Dive into the thrilling adventure of The Deepening Trilogy today. Start the journey now on Amazon!		The Kelly Brewer Show		83	https://www.facebook.com/thekellybrewershow/	0		ORDER_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633690	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/14/25, 4:26 AM	1733881967	1749893191		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469820616_467374575994167_8782977482373423561_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CqOHPRWBHIkQ7kNvgFeuC8E&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYAwXk1cv1wICjH1TfhuuLmrjWt61obsGC559eykJL2Xnw&oe=675EABB7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632879	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 3:34 AM	1733881892	1749890060		1987																										https://www.astrologyuniversity.com/shop/webinars/...	Get Offer			CAROUSEL	The 12th House: Beyond Space and Time	Limited Time Webinar Bundle Offer	https://www.astrologyuniversity.com/shop/webinars/12th-house-mysteries-bundle/			1.6686317008804E+14	Astrology University	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469876989_970591258280634_7063289865664131198_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YXUnjyFl3aEQ7kNvgFrYzTp&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBMb4oSvqxNNQlTLbVSf4bACuXJf0w1UQxgF5vJGtXwFg&oe=675ECB9D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Limited Time Webinar Bundle Offer		Astrology University		10849	https://www.facebook.com/theastrologyuniversity/	0		GET_OFFER_VIEW								View Edit Delete
2634133	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/3/25, 5:19 AM	1733881997	1748945957		1987																										hillcountrybooks.com	Shop now			IMAGE	Hill Country Books	Welcome to Hill Country Books. Books Are For Keeps! Fine, rare, and hard to find books from estates in Texas. Signed & Collectible. Antique, Vintage, & New.	http://www.hillcountrybooks.com/			4.1458721858739E+14	Hill Country Books	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469622552_8133091343457655_4021367526541878482_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MijGScct-8wQ7kNvgHO2RPN&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYA7-IIhC6_0qwoSaQgEFCzyr71vb_A1zGPM1xSRYYL78g&oe=675ED690	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Return to the Willows by Jacqueline Kelly, SIGNED. Mole, Ratty, Toad, and Badger are back for more rollicking adventures in this sequel to The Wind in the Willows. With lavish illustrations by Clint Young, Jacqueline Kelly masterfully evokes the magic of Kenneth Grahame's beloved children's classic and brings it to life for a whole new generation. #childrensbooks #windinthewillows #classic #hillcountrybooks #signedbooks #animalstories #bookstagram		Hill Country Books		10558	https://www.facebook.com/hillcountrybooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633596	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 12:53 AM	1733881960	1749016382		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V Hybrid	Meet the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY-Xjb9wrYFIb4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_%20MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469672632_1066343218512087_8686405519310362616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lh1wogwF_qoQ7kNvgETBqC0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYA7IvIaQYXpZyf4banC-y8ppTprkKy6boi2DzLKoPY_Uw&oe=675EB787	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Whether it's camping with the fam or riding around town, the CR-V Hybrid is designed to do it all.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633174	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 3:38 AM	1733881920	1749890339		1987																										joannu.com	Shop Now			DCO	The best gift for women! Free shipping！	Personalized, sterling silver, necklace, gold, silver, rose gold	https://www.joannu.com/product/personalized-name-and-birthstone-necklace-with-names-for-mom/			1.1060336196665E+14	Joannu Jewelry	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465649678_3816412311945033_8214082214208420871_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cUt2fnv6CrAQ7kNvgHotAOF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYCIxfh3v6ct3nFy0Nu2z0Pt0WPYKtFu8hSE42gZ0kbG3Q&oe=675EC8E7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Perfect gift for mom! Classic personalized sterling silver heart birthstone necklace with family names. Gold, silver, rose gold		Joannu Jewelry		290	https://www.facebook.com/100090604334874/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633438	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 5:21 AM	1733881950	1748946070		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632955	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 4:31 PM	1733881899	1749072693		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			CAROUSEL			http://instagram.com/ardennesbag			4.9796418672526E+14	Ardennesbag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469793265_1326788511843379_9045496992915942074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yAPNfOLp6H8Q7kNvgEj3c7f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYAeZVgtIgZsySYa2pEi5W2vtbQg6Ajs0SzBLmLNlh55dw&oe=675ECEFF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Ardennesbag		6	https://www.facebook.com/61567746789172/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632968	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 5:46 AM	1733881900	1749897973		1987																											Send message			MULTI_IMAGES						1.9666311736631E+15	Brook Basketball	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469755084_1304410810909634_1296916762683900285_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Hu7cLV3gi7kQ7kNvgFYVpxJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AJv8VPZm4l8QFvX_IpO8Oze&oh=00_AYC6HFKZGo3CUUw1Q_IBysvxoCushbz7hNwifWEuHV14Lw&oe=675ED8E6	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		We have winter action for you!! Game play and training! https://jesusneverstops.org/products/saturday-session-7weeks		Brook Basketball		6542	https://www.facebook.com/oursaviorbasketballfamily/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633490	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 2:01 PM	1733881953	1749063697		1987																										Amazon.com	Shop Now			DCO	Fiery Forbidden Romance in Kindle Unlimited 🔥		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GGOOWJI?maas=maas_adg_59C4852843612A92CFECE8562C0AAC7C_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			1.0807030854263E+14	Hazel Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469703900_9295230497167965_7957433205742210760_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qf9JLSgDGbwQ7kNvgFZNQI1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ABHKthG3gPMq-h1elEQs5vk&oh=00_AYCAcC6wpdVCeLyupTVFyOF5wOODIZYqlx34gFNGOnSYHQ&oe=675EA614	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I moved across the country to get away from her freckles, and now she’s on my doorstep asking for a place to crash. I can’t say no, but I can’t let her get comfortable either. Because my step-sister is off-limits. My mind knows it even when my body fights it. And our friends and family know it, too. Besides, she’s still unpredictable. Extraordinary. Innocent in all the ways I’m not. Maybe that’s why I can never tell whether I’m studying her or hunting her… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Taboo, sexy, and sweet at its core! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I clung to every word. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good punch of lust, a heavy dose of love, and lots and lots of feels! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These characters had me smiling all day long! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning. Read Roommates today for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 🔥		Hazel Kelly		48	https://www.facebook.com/AuthorHazelKelly/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
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2633994	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/11/25, 5:10 PM	1733881988	1749679805		1987																											Buy now			IMAGE	20' x 20' Heavy-Duty Metal Carport with Rust-Resistant Frame for Car Shelter, Gray		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1140761060717171/			3.7878826531029E+14	Kelly Pierce		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		20' x 20' Heavy-Duty Metal Carport with Rust-Resistant Frame for Car Shelter, Gray - $499.00 Only the last 3 products left priced at $499 with free shipping VEIKOUS oversized 20'x20' large metal carport, a reliable and sturdy solution to protect your vehicles and outdoor equipment. This galvanized metal carport is designed to withstand any weather conditions, ensuring long-lasting durability and protection. Invest in our metal carport and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with reliable protection. With its weather-resistant construction, sturdy frame, easy installation, and spacious storage, this 20ft x 20ft carport is the perfect solution to safeguard your valuable assets. VEIKOUS 20'x20' heavy-duty outdoor carport features a galvanized steel roof and a sturdy frame, providing excellent protection against various weather conditions. It can be used for vehicles or as an activity shelter for outdoor events. The carport is stable and safe, with included anchor bolts for installation on different surfaces. Its sloped roof and high-density weatherstrip tape prevent leaks, and it can withstand strong winds and heavy snowfall. The upgraded structure of the carport allows for easy assembly, saving time and effort. It is important to check local regulations before purchasing and building a carport. Its dimensions are 20'W x 20'D x 9.7'H, with ample space for vehicles and a maximum entrance height of 115.8". Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Pierce		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Pierce-378788265310286/	0		BUY_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632920	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/11/25, 12:38 PM	1733881896	1746985119		1987																										homes.cbhomes.com	Learn more			IMAGE	1 bed, 2 bath (1 partial) in Boynton Beach.	JUST LISTED	https://homes.cbhomes.com/cbhomes/482/RX-11042052_917_1?flavor=llp&ad_code=&cid=1782357&utm_source=boost-by-homespotter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=boost-listing-RX-11042052_917_1&timestamp=1733780636			1.0218534534457E+14	Coldwell Banker Realty - Florida East Coast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469939517_1265180994525716_6702777095476579036_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kw3MdMjfLnkQ7kNvgFA-WP1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYB0WXPDWj_pVhqcTNOxiS4Ah7kzodgbAUcJLOWS-JBB6g&oe=675EA91A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Ready for a new home? Check out this 1 bed, 2 bath (1 partial) in Boynton Beach. 🏡🏡 This charming condo in Boynton Beach is perfect for those looking to enjoy life in an active adult community. Enjoy a spacious, light-filled living area, a well-appointed kitchen, and a generous master bedroom with…		Coldwell Banker Realty - Florida East Coast		408	https://www.facebook.com/100066713145483/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632776	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/3/25, 10:43 AM	1733881883	1751557401		1987																										fbweb.moboreader.net	Learn more			IMAGE	Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://fbweb.moboreader.net/61818322-fb_contact-encp25_2-1103-core3.html?adid={{ad.id}}&char=331118&accid=1435595577085911&rawadid=120213581744840597			3.5668935420238E+14	Heat stories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465800629_573599691915551_1367486041892760228_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2913_wb_wogQ7kNvgGR5CJU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AxKdnLbakg5PC6x0RB3ZgE5&oh=00_AYDwHKPPbXSDrrOmQZE1FaBqm5M0iW38KV83Pd1DrIVYDg&oe=675EC792	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		For her, marrying her best friend and carrying his child was a dream come true. However, just at this joyful moment, the man's beloved returned... ===== "It's a good thing you're cautious. You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. 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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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You could've lost your baby, Miss Monroe," the GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce--my best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn't wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? God! I couldn't contain my happiness. I cupped my flushed face as I fantasized, but the moment I felt the cold of the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially since our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we did intimate thing, he was considerate yet cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we weren't ready. This baby, in a way, was out of the plan. "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the boss?" my private driver, Luke, asked worriedly as he noticed my frown. Luke was reliable, like family, but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He was my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on a flight. I'll talk to him later myself." I wanted to sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes, recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling; he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only unrequited love; I knew that well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce was my first love, but I wasn't his. In high school, I was just a boring nerd in others' eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though envy arose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't just want to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head, trying to rid myself of those sad memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was the past. Pierce said they were over, and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time, and my marriage with Pierce had been as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He had been traveling for over a month for the sake of our family's business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company in Asia, and I was actually the Vice President. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him, and he would reward me with a sweet k*ss. Then we might do intimate thing... Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first before we could do anything else. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion when my heart dropped as a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor, and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our lives! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge, attempting to calm myself with some al**hol. But the moment I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to grab a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. A better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently, but Pierce refused to quit my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorstep asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't refuse when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me out to enjoy the real world. To avoid ruining our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend while watching his happy face as he pursued another girl. I finally mustered the courage to study abroad when I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me to return. I hurried back only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was shattered, thanks to Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart b*ed for him. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man for her, and how dared she harm him so badly! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except that he was done with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It hurt like hell, but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken, and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I ruined myself in the process. I fell asleep at home, feeling insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and realized I had fallen asleep in the living room. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. "Pierce..." "Hmm," he hummed as he walked toward the stairs. "Why did you sleep on the couch?" I stared at his face as he gently placed me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and k*ssed my forehead. He was always so gentle, and that was why I loved him so much. "Where have you been? I've been waiting for you," I said as I caressed his cheek. "Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me; is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, I suddenly didn't want to ruin the moment, so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back down. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I would have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, signaling that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. Just as he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight k*ss, I panicked for some reason. I quickly grabbed him... I missed him. I wanted him. "Wait, Kels," he said, stopping me by pinning my hands to the bed. "I thought you said you were sleepy and needed to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and caught the d**ire flashing in his eyes, but I didn't know why it faded so quickly. He used to be happy when I took the initiative. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose. "I'll just take a shower." I nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again, so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again, and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. "Hey!" I greeted, smiling when I realized what he'd done. He had prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the edge of the bed. "Good morning." I grinned as I sat up. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up, tilting my head as I stared at his handsome face. His deep brown eyes and thick, black eyebrows complemented his striking features. "What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy." He didn't laugh. Instead, he heaved a sigh, gently tucking my hair behind my ear before taking my hand and staring into my eyes. "I have something to tell you." My heart raced. I thought about our baby. He had something to say, and I did too. "W-What is it?" I asked, feeling my voice tremble. He took a deep breath. "You know you're important to me, right?" I slowly nodded, my lips parted. I couldn't speak; I was scared of what he was about to say. I had a bad feeling about this. "You were my best friend before we got married. You're one of the few people I treasure..." I hid my clenched fists under the sheets. I didn't understand why he was telling me this, but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. "Kelly..." He paused, squeezing his eyes shut before looking into mine again. "I-I think it's time for us to divorce." "P-Pierce..." My heart clenched. He smiled sadly. "I know you don't have feelings for me either. You only married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it's time for our real happiness, Kelly." I shook my head. "W-What are you talking about, Pierce?" "Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back." Chapter 2 Kelly's POV--It Never Rains but It Pours I got off the bed and tried to leave, but Pierce grabbed my hand. I quickly wiped the tears rolling down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me, searching my face as I struggled to look down and avoid his gaze. My heart felt like it was breaking into pieces. I thought... I thought I could make him fall in love with me during those three years together. I believed his feelings would deepen, that he would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was foolish to hope and dream so high. I had failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love, Lexi. "Kelly..." I sucked in a breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I forced a smile. "I need to wash up before eating." He stared into my eyes, trying to figure out what I was thinking. I knew he understood me too well, so I made a concerted effort to hide my pain and smiled back at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. "Okay. I'll wait for you here. Let's eat and go to work together." Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along as if he hadn't just asked for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the same right after telling me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh, Pierce, what's going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to remain in the role of his best friend, wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There was no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially now that I was carrying his baby. The baby... I had thought it was good news for us, but now... it felt more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from pursuing his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child could grow up. My parents divorced even before my mother died, and my father's new family hated me. It hurt like hell. I didn't want my baby to experience that same pain. I needed to keep my child away from it. I forced another smile. "We can't. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models..." "I'll go with you--" "No." I pushed his hand away. His eyes followed my hand before he looked up at me again. "You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?" "But..." "I have a personal driver, Pierce. I'll be fine going alone." He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders trembled violently, and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard, trying to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I needed to be strong. I had to stay calm. I shouldn't put my baby's life at risk just because I got my heart broken. I had to handle this wisely. I took a deep breath and finished my shower. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. "Hey! I picked your dress for today." Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce had said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well, and I used to enjoy these sweet moments, but now, they felt like d**gers to my heart. I grabbed the dress and went into the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I turned to face him, his forehead was creased. "I prefer red today. I'd feel beautiful in this dress." His eyes landed on the dress I was holding, and his face immediately relaxed. He nodded and walked toward me. "I see. Help me fix this first." I placed my dress on his arm and started adjusting his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision started to blur again. D**n! "Kelly..." I jumped in shock. "Hmm?" "Are you okay?" I looked at him and smiled. "Yeah." "I have something else to say." I finished fixing his tie, then immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before walking past him and said, "Let's just talk some other time. I'm going to be late." I heard him sigh as he followed me again. He's silent the whole time as if he's thinking about something. "You should eat before you leave." I turned to him and nodded. "I will. You should go now." "Kelly, we're on the same page, right?" I stared at him. No, Pierce. We're never on the same page. All of this was just my stupid fantasy. I thought you had feelings for me, and I was so wrong. "If it's about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I'm really busy with the company. I won't run away." "Kelly, I'm not just doing this for myself. I'm doing this for you too. You've been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you're not happy because deep down, you want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will truly love you. Not me. Not someone who's half-hearted." "I understand what you're trying to say, Pierce," I said, trying to turn away, but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything he could to capture my gaze, and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. "You are my best friend. I don't want to lose you, Kels. You're one of the few people I..." "I know," I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I took a breath to calm myself. "I-I know. You don't have to worry. I'm just stressed about work. It's not about our divorce." His lips parted, and he slowly nodded, as if he could finally breathe properly. He walked toward me, and I froze when he gently k*ssed my forehead... "Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years, but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't I just tell him that I loved him? He's my husband, and I'm carrying his baby! If I told him, he might change his mind! I swallowed hard, ready to speak, but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. "I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology, and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke, and he's waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?" With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to hold back burst forth again. Why did I think I could have a chance? He had made his choice the moment he asked for a divorce, hadn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Kelly's POV--Stiff Upper Lip I entered the studio wearing two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone turned to look as I walked down the hallway, greeting me with smiles, but my face remained stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning lingered in my mind, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I had failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to steady myself. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. "We can't! She's not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She'll be furious." "We can just tell her the truth. She's nice." "Not in this situation, Lily! She'll scold us--" "What's happening here?" I asked, stepping further into the room. The staff turned to me with worried expressions, and I knew then that something was wrong. "G-Good morning, Miss Monroe." Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurt. I stared at her blankly, "What? "W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model, has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we're changing the model, so...she doesn't want to come here. She's even threatening to file a case against us." She bowed her head, and I gritted my teeth, scanning the room. "Where's the marketing manager?" "S-She's still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe." I massaged my forehead, squeezing my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger, causing everyone around me to jump in shock. I g**aned, sucking in a breath before looking around. "Miss Monroe..." "What is this, Miss Hayley? You're the marketing manager. What's happening?" "Miss Monroe, I don't know how it happened, but Miss Chen heard that you're changing our model. She's about to file a case against us--" Changing the model? How had I not known about this? Miss Chen had always been a trusted partner, and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only create chaos for the company. I would never allow such a costly mistake. "I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her off to save the time, "Fix this mess, or I'll have to fire you!" "Miss Monroe... It's Mr. President who ordered the change." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He instructed us as soon as he returned from his business trip yesterday." The truth hit me hard. Pierce's order? Why hadn't he told me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." Confusion clouded my mind. Pierce was not a clueless businessman; he maintained a clear distinction between work and personal matters, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. "M-Mr. President..." Hayley bowed in respect as the man suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I snapped as I turned to face him. He knew how much effort I had put into securing this project. I hadn't slept well for days, and Miss Chen was the perfect fit for us. He had agreed too. But now... he just changed the model as he liked without informing me in advance. It felt like a hard s**p in the face. "Go ahead with the work. I'll explain it to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger simmering in my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why did you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't contain my fury. He touched my shoulder and whispered, "This isn't the place to talk. Let me explain in the car." I glanced around, noticing others sneaking glances at us. I shook off his hand and walked toward the parking lot, my heart growing heavier with each step. I had a sinking feeling I wouldn't like his explanation. "Now, say it," I blurted once we were seated in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again.; I couldn't bear his gaze. I couldn't withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to. He had no feelings for me and it hurt so much. "I-I..." he paused, sighing. "I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She's also a good fit, so I agreed--" "What?" I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away, ruffling his hair in frustration before shaking his head and holding my hand. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor, and I couldn't say no." I pulled my hand away, looking at him with a mix of pain and anger. "You can't say no to her, so you'd rather harm the company--our company. You've betrayed me, Pierce." "Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She's my first love." Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she was your first love. She's always the one you want, no matter the cost. As long as she frowns a bit, you turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You're so heartless, Pierce. "Well, you've made your decision. I don't have a say in this since you're the President. Just go. I'll be in the office." I said coldly, opening the car door to leave. "Kelly..." I looked him in the eyes. "Go home early. Let's talk about our divorce at home tonight." Chapter 4 Kelly's POV--Left High and Dry I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early, but he didn't come home at all. He wasn't even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back; this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby thing was out of his plan. I wiped away the tears collecting at the corners of my eyes and picked up the report. It was 5 a.m. already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but it was still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy staying with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, he didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear, and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. Suddenly, a wave of nausea flooded my stomach, and I realized I hadn't eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I ran to the sink and puked. I spat yellowish liquid, and while I was washing my mouth, I felt a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried expression was my husband, Pierce. I had always been thankful to have him as my best friend and husband, but now... I'm losing him. Hopelessly losing him. "Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should've told me." I stared at him through the mirror. "You didn't answer my calls." Guilt flickered in his eyes. "I'm sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night." I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. "Kels..." "I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast." I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend, yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition..." "Kels, are we still okay?" I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He's asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own, just because his first love is back. I couldn't believe him. I faked a smile. "I just don't feel well today, Pierce." He immediately squatted beside me, which was not surprising because I knew he truly cared. What surprised me was why he was still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. "Are you okay?" He gently touched my forehead and neck. "Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels." "My feelings don't matter," I couldn't help but blurt out. He looked shocked by what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face was mirroring his anger now. He was completely lost his patience. "What's wrong with you, Kels? You've been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn't come home last night?" I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier, but you just let me wait the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?" He clenched his jaws and shook his head. "Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." "Kels!" He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. "Are you... in love with me?" I was taken aback. In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn't fall for someone who had been protecting you ever since? But of course, I couldn't tell him. It would only complicate things more. I didn't even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. "Are you on d**gs? I'm not in love with you." I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can't let my emotions affect me, but... why are my tears falling again? "You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can't even tell him how you truly feel," I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour to bathe. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He's been constantly abandoning me. I can't believe we've reached this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** "Good morning, Miss Monroe..." "Good morning, Vice President..." I did not greet anyone back, just like how I used to greet them. I still felt pissed, and my mood seemed off. Irritation could easily take over me, and I couldn't control it. Probably because of Pierce's divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. "Did you see her? I bet she's Mr. Anderson's girlfriend. They seemed close." My forehead creased. Pierce's girlfriend? "Ah! It's a waste that I didn't see her face, but I feel like it's Miss Lexi." "Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?" "Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together." "Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together." "Are you serious? They're best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It's Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe." I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat in my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce's social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together, eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. See, Kelly? That's what happens when you step into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continued on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy... ...... ==== Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly's first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart, Lexi Gilbert. Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. What happens next? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate? Available chapters here are limited, click the button below to install the App and enjoy more exciting chapters (Automatically jump to this novel when you open the app) &3&		Romantic Novel City		4121	https://www.facebook.com/100083790041265/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633367	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	7/3/25, 5:51 PM	1733881945	1751583115		1987																										theexchangesd.com	Learn more			VIDEO	Winners Announced		https://theexchangesd.com/giveaway/			1.3517590316155E+14	Golden West	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469601871_1603249196955403_6854949801773768423_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JY2YLsRtZ3sQ7kNvgEFC9ya&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AyQSfa1bLDVpQ8xuZKj6O4R&oh=00_AYCRw0WDbnTnhoXH9qoJEL3q4NtuVPfkaGsOYAZLWNo_6w&oe=675ECD7A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Thank you for participating in Golden West’s Win Big, Shop Local Giveaway! Golden West is excited to announce the Win Big Shop Local contest winners! As a way to give back to our valued customers and support local business, we're giving away generous gift certificates to local merchants chosen by each winner. Congratulations to our winners! $500 Grand Prize Winner: Cheryl Schroeder of Winner $250 Gift Certificate Winners: - Iva Good Voice Flute of Pine Ridge - Nicole Miller of Hartford $100 Gift Certificate Winners: - Harlan DeJong of Springfield - Carmen Eagle Pipe of St. Francis - Seth Fredrickson of Hartford - Marcia Haaseth of Dell Rapids - Rachel Eisenbraun of Quinn - Jean Van Genderen of Harrison - Ron Ratzlaff of Avon - JT Kass of Scotland - Harriet Bailey of Bonesteel - Stan Wilmschen of Pringle - Abraham Whipple of Mission - Kaye Andrews of Red Owl - Wayne Kayl of Custer - Mary Laycock of Hot Springs - Deborah Kuhler of Canistota - Donna Burgess of Hot Springs - Jean Meiers of Armour - Kelly Keffeler of New Underwood - Nan Miller of Wall - Margie Peters of Murdo Winners, watch your email for a message from Golden West coming sometime next week. It will include instructions on how to claim your gift certificate. Stay tuned for more exciting giveaways and promotions from Golden West! https://theexchangesd.com/giveaway/		Golden West		6204	https://www.facebook.com/goldenwesttelecom/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2634112	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 4:28 PM	1733881995	1749072491		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469384186_537166569314087_2564489932215612434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2Txj6Ga5wUIQ7kNvgE9XciC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYD9siczPt8eIjmtxMfuyxJqWKDoiNNsFaQXHAhysgPjEQ&oe=675EC125	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633441	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 11:32 PM	1733881950	1749097944		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Stylish Honda HR-V	Test-drive the HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2QkbwLlWqOtCa4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_STYLISH_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469891327_1122687319576782_4520394644584362996_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0fJy9MP190IQ7kNvgGTgLHJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AfFArOdlYM9dyzT9GGWqBZQ&oh=00_AYBGPUTv2qgqXK9bELPXCtfSqO5oJDRtF_zLOPzMmoKZbg&oe=675EC247	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Boldly take on the wild weather this winter with the help of the available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™. ❄️		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632673	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/4/25, 6:36 PM	1733881873	1749080182		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire and His Blood wife👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458769627_832827298955953_3464472771163015071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X04D_Z_MxH0Q7kNvgEkSstj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAdE84HEKIyPKSsl9ydIBwth645U0cBA6iA0_i280JzzA&oe=675EC71E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This series is so incredible! I can't stop watching! #Next episode is amazing!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633744	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:55 AM	1733881970	1748955358		1987																										penguinrandomhouse.com	Shop Now			CAROUSEL	The Last Kids on Earth: The Graphic Novel		https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721802/the-last-kids-on-earth-the-graphic-novel-by-max-brallier-illustrated-by-brian-churilla/9780593622179/?ref=PRHD4574E52CD8D&aid=7619&linkid=PRHD4574E52CD8D			2.5548664781408E+14	Penguin Kids	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469607474_927315818985592_8234149228102663902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6dHIn-WJTpEQ7kNvgEWx4eE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYCOMx3Zzl01lXgkc7tcYbHYzuoOh-JV9vnm3134D9FojA&oe=675EAC9C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0				Penguin Kids		209022	https://www.facebook.com/penguinkidsbooks/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633139	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/12/25, 5:04 PM	1733881917	1749765887		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	1988 Catalina 34		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/8379389128832559/			1.0810842869879E+14	Kelly Yachts		REGULAR_PAGE	1					0		1988 Catalina 34 - CA$52,000.00 Are you ready to set sail on your next adventure? The Catalina 34 is a well-loved and highly sought-after cruising sailboat that offers comfort and performance. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a beginner looking to embark on your first voyage, this vessel is a great choice. With a massive amount of upgrades in the last few years, this cruiser is ready to head out on its next adventure as soon as you are. Spacious Interior The Catalina 34 offers a comfortable and well-appointed interior with ample headroom and sleeping accommodations for up to six people. The salon features a comfortable seating area with a large dining table, perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a day of sailing. It also converts into a larger double berth when you need extra sleeping space. The forward V-berth is good-sized with ample storage. The aft cabin has a very large berth for comfortable cruising. There is plenty of accommodation for overnight guests or extended cruising. Fully-Equipped Galley The galley is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and a deep stainless-steel sink, allowing you to prepare delicious meals while onboard. The abundant storage space ensures you have everything you need for extended voyages. Well-Designed Cockpit The cockpit is thoughtfully designed for ease of handling and provides plenty of space for relaxation and entertainment. It offers excellent visibility, comfortable seating, and easy access to all sail controls. The transom has a real boarding ladder making getting back into the boat after swimming stable and easy. Reliable Performance With a fin keel and efficient hull design, the Catalina 34 delivers solid performance and handling characteristics under sail. Whether you're cruising along the coast or participating in a local regatta, this boat will not disappoint. Rigging and Sails This Catalina 34 is equipped with a roller furling headsail, and a mainsail. The mainsail was new in 2020 and the foresail was new in 2022. All running rigging has been replaced in the last 5 years. Electronics and Navigation The boat is equipped with the basic aids to navigation with a, depth sounder, VHF radio, new wind instruments and autopilot to ensure a safe and enjoyable passage. The owners use an iPad in a waterproof case with Navionics as their primary navigation instrument. Well-Maintained and Upgraded This Catalina 34 has been well maintained by its current owner, and all systems are in good working order. As an example, all stanchions have been re-bedded and regular service and care have been taken to keep the boat in well-above-average condition. Some examples of recent upgrades since 2020. Lifelines replaced Forced air diesel heater installed All LED Lights Solar panel with controller New macerator and all sanitation hoses replaced New water heater New Raymarine Autopilot New raw water pump Smart Plug Battery charger Mattress in the aft cabin The diesel tank removed and cleaned If you are looking for a well-outfitted coastal cruiser, this is worth checking out. This vessel is being marketed by Kelly Yacht Sales on behalf of the owners. Please see the Kelly Yacht Sales website for the complete listing. Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Yachts		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Yachts-108108428698791/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633680	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/3/25, 7:53 AM	1733881966	1748955186		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469581512_974784531126283_3183985754952171517_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CVESvIVPRNEQ7kNvgH4j3Ni&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYAkMOXDtyZPLRcWObqqVbsLHyfKPSRj6gr78yvC1IB-2Q&oe=675EBE2C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632887	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 4:41 AM	1733881893	1749548480		1987																											Send WhatsApp message			MULTI_IMAGES			https://api.whatsapp.com/send			4.2238359763339E+14	Llantas Express Suc. Blvd. Hidalgo	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469917042_3890032897945079_6186363398956915485_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Kiyb-N8X7FUQ7kNvgEixAPJ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYBhAwbPqWi28UwhrQGq1raikC5BqkvjXSMEW1ZS8l0ZQA&oe=675EC53D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🎄🎆𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄Ñ𝐀🎆🎄 ‼️𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗦 𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗝𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗦, 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗝𝗔𝗠𝗢𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗬 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗗𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗢‼️ 📍𝑽𝑰𝑺𝑰𝑻𝑨𝑵𝑶𝑺 https://maps.app.goo.gl/2FpLjqUuqXXiArQY6 📲𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑻𝑨𝑪𝑻𝑨𝑵𝑶𝑺 899 421 1965		Llantas Express Suc. Blvd. Hidalgo		196	https://www.facebook.com/61566998772587/	0		WHATSAPP_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2632670	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/3/25, 11:06 PM	1733881873	1751601968		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460715832_415028057897621_7384244897386655922_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_c2Fvl7SZdAQ7kNvgHN4Xll&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCksYLKSvN8bcVdR4PgPH13mIo501qRtq2yvfpG7cvRdw&oe=675EC699	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634042	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 3:50 AM	1733881991	1749804622		1987																										gingerellarox.com	Learn More			DCO	Build Your Six-Figure Body Sculpting Business Today	{{product.description}}	https://kellymcintosh.samcart.com/products/gingerellarox-instant-body-sculpting-programme-bundle			3.6567597684693E+14	Gingerella Rox	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469597764_1090115475987309_4027977537918126234_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=m7OMw-DcbYAQ7kNvgHT1nOW&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Aw_4s2SKxfqJtvLs8KGE2K9&oh=00_AYAZRrjqK5_8c6fgtJUtpGw4YkFbzOipswIzM3lUNfF3Dg&oe=675EB2A1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Why is Gingerella Rox Australia’s No.1 Body Sculpting Academy? Because I’m dedicated to my students' success! In the last 17 months, over 550+ body sculpting graduates have achieved life-changing results—some earning $100k in less than a year working part-time! 💜 This isn't just another body sculpting course. It’s a complete toolkit to build your six-figure body sculpting business from scratch—even if you’re starting with zero followers. You’ll learn Fat Cavitation, RF Skin Tightening, Vacuum Therapy, and more, plus receive ongoing support and even your own machine! With my exclusive instant mapping techniques, you’ll create INSTANT results that keep clients coming back again and again. The best part? Anyone can succeed, regardless of background! Many of my students have quit their jobs and now run their businesses on their own terms—working around their families and enjoying more freedom. My online students achieve the same outstanding success as my in-person students. This body sculpting program is accessible worldwide, so no matter where you are, you can enroll, gain expert skills, and get certified! Don’t just take my word for it—check out my RESULTS highlight on Instagram @gingerella_rox, with over 100 5-star Google reviews. You can also visit my website to see our Certified Technicians across Australia, Scotland, Ireland, the US, and New Zealand! Got questions? Contact us today! 💜		Gingerella Rox		18417	https://www.facebook.com/roxgingerella/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632738	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/3/25, 1:05 AM	1733881880	1748930703		1987																											Watch more			VIDEO	Descargar ahora👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460840073_8266110520101942_3751189507621561914_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xPkIcVW4QwgQ7kNvgHUFxa7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAcXL2mcoEduciyzfQf8MxX4vn0xJeoEIOPS8fAEi4gVA&oe=675EB8AC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		No hace falta que busques más. Esta es la serie que estabas deseando ver. ¡No te la pierdas o te arrepentirás! 😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
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2633982	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/2/25, 7:07 PM	1733881987	1748909266		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/465013518_1216155866338592_2804345545831031740_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tJeyWVUxh-8Q7kNvgEUz8De&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AP-ohWdkVXYvIFNwfzTiJB8&oh=00_AYDGjTKMZu_RiOTIYVfSooJ34bsoGxT4rcHHbaQONQfa5w&oe=675EB75A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. She’s always the first one and I will always be the last in his priorities.		Novel new		1767	https://www.facebook.com/61566066291999/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634121	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 8:34 AM	1733881996	1749476055		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469515474_2019353841811835_1668383352810666385_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=P-mO0bvBZycQ7kNvgHZ1y_K&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBKhbU4uZpTnVPHoPYZnGZDd50dtGqqp54AQQaDOkOVwg&oe=675EC303	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632863	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 4:48 PM	1733881890	1746222526		1987																										secure.mccallumtheatre.org	Buy tickets			EVENT	🌟 The Irish Tenors - Declan Kelly, Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan 🌟	https://secure.mccallumtheatre.org/170/171	https://secure.mccallumtheatre.org/170/171			164369380679	McCallum Theatre	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468335109_388634770910448_6562918022614672975_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ohCwpW4xCQwQ7kNvgGRMOXB&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBvDGtsExJIRnXGN-yFZAq6BoQ8ASPbsxBFEn_WP22bbA&oe=675ED831	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Get swept away by The Irish Tenors, as they bring their soaring vocals and timeless Celtic charm to the stage! 🎶 Since 1998, these kings of Irish music have captured hearts worldwide, earning standing ovations and creating a legacy as PBS favorites. Don’t miss the opportunity to see why they remain the gold standard in Irish music! 🍀 Saturday, December 21 🕗 8:00 PM McCallum Theatre - Palm Desert, CA ✨ Celebrate the spirit of Ireland with a performance that will warm your heart and lift your soul! #TheIrishTenors #LiveMusic #CelticTradition #McCallumTheatre		McCallum Theatre		27376	https://www.facebook.com/TheMcCallumTheatre/	0		BUY_TICKETS								View Edit Delete
2633684	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 3:44 PM	1733881966	1746218687		1987																										play.google.com	Watch more			VIDEO	Dive into more episodes!👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.storymatrix.drama			1.3347401652654E+14	DramaBox-Movies and drama	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469517453_936585301753012_6940241369278730616_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y85BgMkxvMgQ7kNvgGM9kM0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYCYpCZOhhzx5TOFFM7fhPj63Jtw-JZ5NeaJlbpFPQlakg&oe=675ECB7A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Going against his family’s objections, Dave Judd insists on taking Hazel Judd under his wing. However, Kelly Judd beats and humiliates Hazel, forcing her to give up her chance to study at Havor College by threatening her with tuition fees. Hazel is then sent to a vocational school, and her spot at Havor College is given to Kelly’s daughter, Nancy Judd.		DramaBox-Movies and drama		502722	https://www.facebook.com/61554338662625/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633228	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:20 PM	1733881925	1748910052		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901970_1606134039993034_550882981003854444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vkuhjLC9ZUkQ7kNvgFUkNJ9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDImOnE_MkcwBdyYojPV4scwYLaler3YE0fBty-Uh-WEQ&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633213	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:20 PM	1733881924	1748910054		1987																										fb.me	Book Now			DCO	New Patient Treatment Special 🙌 Only $49	Back Pain, Sciatica, Neck Pain, Headaches & Migraines, and more!	http://fb.me/			1.2047638472341E+14	Kelly Wellness & Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813350_1825065991658501_2619428138526935001_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uU8Z122AVRQQ7kNvgEvHRvA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYDdkhW5rQHnE7JAYNnHAHzbPoKsNiC05spggK2CTf_9Yg&oe=675ED6DA	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🌟 HEY BAY AREA FRIENDS! I’m Dr. Kelly Quach, and I’m thrilled to share that we’ve helped countless patients in the Bay Area achieve better health through chiropractic care! 🌿 Whether you’re a parent concerned about your infant’s well-being, a teenager dealing with sports injuries, or an adult facing chronic pain, we’ve got you covered with specialized exams for all ages! 👶🧒👦👩‍🦰🧑‍🦳 🚨 Special Offer Alert! 🚨 We’re opening 25 New Patient Appointments for only $49 (a $250 value)! Don’t miss out on this incredible offer! What’s Included: ✅ Comprehensive Consultation ✅ Detailed Examination ✨ Act Fast! Claim your voucher now before they’re all gone! Click the “BOOK NOW” button below to book your appointment today! 👇		Kelly Wellness & Chiropractic		188	https://www.facebook.com/KellyWellness/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633211	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:21 PM	1733881924	1748910067		1987																											Contact us			IMAGE	Holiday chocolate cocoa bombs/mocha coffee bombs		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/1300318174217916/			1.0252546127266E+14	Kelly Carson		REGULAR_PAGE	1					1		Holiday chocolate cocoa bombs/mocha coffee bombs - $7.00 🎄🎅 Cozy Up with Holiday Cheer! 🎅🎄 This Christmas season, indulge in the ultimate treat: handcrafted hot chocolate bombs and cocoa coffee bombs made with the finest chocolate and coffee. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or savoring on a chilly winter night! ❄️☕ ✨ Hot Chocolate Bombs • Topped with crushed candy for an extra festive flair. • Just $6 each or grab 3 for $16! ✨ Cocoa Coffee Bombs • Tastes just like a mocha—coffee lovers, rejoice! • Only $7 each or 3 for $19. ✨ White chocolate bombs available! Will make upon request. 📲 Order yours today! Text me at 909-732-1396 to spread the joy (and the chocolate) this holiday season. Stock up before Santa does—limited availability! 🎁🍫 Facebook Marketplace		Kelly Carson		0	https://www.facebook.com/Kelly-Carson-102525461272659/	0		CONTACT_US								View Edit Delete
2633314	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:21 PM	1733881931	1748910093		1987																										kellytooke.com	Shop Now			DCO	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellytooke.com/product-page/ranch-tote			5.3376587648545E+14	Kelly Tooke	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469908180_2036980333483314_7759582013704849747_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IlFSHrLJ9MQQ7kNvgHlkAzK&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AiNCe_0rJQwRsLsZeTH1I5g&oh=00_AYDwh8iQnOFzdYui-Ilf1HJDMu9V615ZWxvYeqR7_rIj2Q&oe=675EAECB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Indulge in Luxury. Treat Yourself to the Finest.		Kelly Tooke		1	https://www.facebook.com/61569704265673/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633205	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/2/25, 7:22 PM	1733881924	1748910129		1987																											Call now			VIDEO						6.7055618982066E+14	Kelly Jones Weddings	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469776646_1364621181186808_1990936502564038543_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oqtCT2wavqUQ7kNvgHaIHf7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYCkyU5gndM0KTQ0vaBhETMpRoSZseQRms4ZMZ20w-5xOw&oe=675EC4CF	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Getting married? Give me a call for your ceremony, your way! 423-788-4077		Kelly Jones Weddings		267	https://www.facebook.com/kellyjonesweddings/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634094	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/2/25, 2:31 PM	1733881994	1746214291		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile			IMAGE			http://instagram.com/pauljkowalski			1.0299519604335E+14	pauljkowalski	https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-19/445880582_1436347753670031_3543317107993359521_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s206x206_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=525117&_nc_ohc=4yiF-HzGYf0Q7kNvgESyL-K&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&oh=00_AYCQBd5TjQc2OU-whQgu00lzMcJ8AyzswQBslcQylg69zw&oe=675EAFCE	IG_ADS_IDENTITY	1					0		🏆 SARDINIA ~ FYC Best Live Action Short ~ EP Patton Oswalt ~ Philip Ettinger, Martha Plimpton, Olek Krupa, Breeda Wool 🏆 A serious man tries to avoid catching a deadly laughing plague in a growingly polarized and dystopian society. “An effortlessly original piece of work…beyond timely” — Patton Oswalt “Best Director Grand Prize” — 42nd Flickers Rhode Island film festival 🎥 Written & Directed by @pauljkowalski Starring: Philip Ettinger @philipettinger, Martha Plimpton @marthaplimpton, Olek Krupa, Breeda Wool @breedawool Writer/Director: Paul Kowalski @pauljkowalski Produced by: Stephanie Furtun @itsfurtun, Paul Kowalski @pauljkowalski Producer: Daniel Leighton @danielleus EPs: Patton Oswalt @pattonoswalt, Trust @madewithtrust, Pin-Chun Liu @pinchunliu, Sarah Brannan @sarah_t_brannan, Meredith Salenger @meredithsalenger PKino Films Cinematographer: Arlene Muller @arlenska Production Designer: Kelly Fallon @kellykfallon Costume Designer: Tika Von Mehren @tikavon 1st AD: Cédric Chabloz @cedricchabloz Editors: Spencer Koobatian @skoobati, Paul Kowalski @pauljkowalski Composer: Andreu Diport @andreu.diport Sound Designer/Mixer: Sung Rok Choi @sungrokchoi Colorist: Frederik Bokkenheuser @fredebokken Featuring: Goran Ivanovski @burlapsurprise, Akende Munalula @akendemunalula, Jongman Kim @jongman.k, Sorel Carradine @sorelcarradine, Amy Goddard @msamygoddard, Louiza Zouzias @louizazouzias, Morgan Wallace Smith @im_just_m0rgan, Bayo Akinfemi @bayoakinfemi Co-Producers: Kameron Mimran @kamchopp, Justin Chi @justins_chi, Cédric Chabloz @cedricchabloz Associate Producers: Spencer Koobatian @skoobati, Po Wei Su @poweisub #oscars2025 #fyc #foryourconsideration #bestliveactionshort #liveactionshort #oscarpredictions #sardiniashortfilm #pattonoswalt #marthaplimpton #deadline #shortfilm #indiefilm #indiefilmmaking #oscars #academyawards		pauljkowalski		0	https://www.instagram.com/_u/pauljkowalski	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2634137	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/9/25, 7:46 PM	1733881997	1749516407		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						5.2859423699597E+14	Kelly Titano-King	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469751282_1223372162108308_3134465217604970156_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AxU4ASTBwmUQ7kNvgHpRd76&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYA9Z4K4dn4nvcX16yplpC7QFEtTRmpK4_-HrXud0iCqXg&oe=675EBFC9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Dog has some thoughts, and it is just time for Christmas! https://www.bonfire.com/dog-nose-best-tm-collection/		Kelly Titano-King		6	https://www.facebook.com/kelly.titano/	0										View Edit Delete
2632919	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 6:11 AM	1733881896	1749813062		1987																										instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile			DCO			http://instagram.com/pimentaantonietaboutique			5.5626193143408E+14	Kelly Pimenta	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469948372_587158020355683_8543674684199783244_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Mutpmirh73EQ7kNvgFczK3v&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYC-lRPMI7YXIZQIS1eWYRUn1zeLAuSxnSYWK_eZ_8H6BQ&oe=675ECFD7	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Celebre seu Ano Novo com estilo! ✨🥂 O macacão branco que você precisava já está disponível no nosso site. Visite agora e confira as informações abaixo ⬇️ Acesse nosso website através do link azul na Bio @pimentaantonietaboutique ou clique em Shop Now⬇️ 🖥️Site: https://pimentaantonieta.com/ 📲Whatsapp: (561) 808 3412 💻 linktr.ee/pimentaantonietaw Enviamos para todo os Estados Unidos 🇺🇸		Kelly Pimenta		2272	https://www.facebook.com/pimentaantonietaboutique/	0		VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE								View Edit Delete
2632940	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/11/25, 2:24 PM	1733881898	1746991481		1987																										southwestford.com	Learn more			IMAGE	KBB Instant Cash Offer	KBB Instant Cash Offer	https://tinyurl.com/5n8b67cs			67325913518	SouthWest Ford	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469900658_1052859513195660_827917266336326115_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VPoRJ6EX7gAQ7kNvgG5H14H&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYCl2u06GkR9YVAgdZ3bAxt40W25T2s3W8j_s9QXSLTFcw&oe=675EB2AC	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Selling your vehicle? We'll buy it even if you don't buy from us! Click here to get your Kelly Blue Book Instant Cash Offer: https://tinyurl.com/5n8b67cs.		SouthWest Ford		7183	https://www.facebook.com/southwestford/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633415	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/13/25, 8:25 AM	1733881949	1749821136		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qqt1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469806645_1099312341408155_8029535456721266958_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0TjB1hMxcQ7kNvgGjyNRy&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBzWa6Kfq2fm3mAeYcT_Kxpjyqnmz3OFzJ6MBKN3gEZ1Q&oe=675EAB32	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633262	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 2:45 PM	1733881928	1746215138		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The Family-Centric CR-V	Explore the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=Ff8meI75PHGEimy1uo6QpFs3-YCKFByQ4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9440&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469660633_1540582976821459_6315128541307780465_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qL7tBB6fTIIQ7kNvgGi-1a-&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYAU6Tw0eN1cihloF-zIQQMCsmQAbMnU_fAJGsjii3cjYA&oe=675EA9E9	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Just as capable as it looks. The CR-V is spacious, sporty, and ready for whatever your to-do list throws your way.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633421	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/11/25, 10:01 PM	1733881949	1749697296		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633293	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 4:09 PM	1733881930	1746220173		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v	Shop Now			DCO	The CR-V	Dive deeper into the CR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=RipHo2oruWlT37_kQBrP15IyiVqH49qH4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9438&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_PETROL_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_FAMILY_B&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813730_987458933210703_7040214146882402345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La_dMo37c18Q7kNvgG6bcgu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AnJ45OMPVTCK-KEgNU_ClkP&oh=00_AYCm5B_FQ-O0s0aHwzRD4ub5KNWLiKqgwiCHU7Ajpggv5w&oe=675EBE87	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for those who crave thrills. The available Real Time AWD™ in the CR-V will expand your weekend exploration. 🏔		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633899	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	7/2/25, 4:06 AM	1733881981	1751447217		1987																										dynamic.webnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://dynamic.webnovel.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469778545_580777994644674_7133232671401182965_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8jFjMknzGa0Q7kNvgEXrzg5&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYBdfs1vNWlOUismSiO4HTp7zqY712pewPB8ySrEBiK4sQ&oe=675EACEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633227	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 12:54 AM	1733881925	1749016456		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=s5RnfGkyLnJSgyoYKccJY3i53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9425&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469901970_1606134039993034_550882981003854444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vkuhjLC9ZUkQ7kNvgFUkNJ9&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AZXXnmfkI_dCCrkWiJBSkbS&oh=00_AYDImOnE_MkcwBdyYojPV4scwYLaler3YE0fBty-Uh-WEQ&oe=675EDAE5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633377	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:23 PM	1733881946	1746210192		1987																										riseupkingdom.com	Learn more			IMAGE	RISE UP Kingdom Challenge - Is low testosterone robbing you of your Kingdom purpose?	Calling all Kingdom men wanting better health, relationships, and finances! This 4-Day Challenge reveals my simple 3-step process for finding purpose while becoming the unstoppable, confident man you're called to be.	https://www.riseupkingdom.com/sales-page7yfd2eij			1.0533238587145E+14	Rise Up Kingdom	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469960186_1103291037662983_5854361358916857316_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aDZmP2FrCT0Q7kNvgE1hYkC&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APtTSkzdciaWf3-pa_u4RyQ&oh=00_AYAu71_R13x3Ve_qXOXXkYjcIn2IYeRhIELfAjc6iDczZw&oe=675EC31E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		IN LESS THAN 48 HOURS!!! 73.6% of men struggling with belly and/or LowT... As a man of faith and business, you're called to lead with strength and purpose. But lately, you've been feeling more like a follower than a leader. Your energy is low, your motivation has vanished, and your confidence is shaken. You're struggling to be the husband, father, and businessman God called you to be. These aren't just random symptoms - they could be signs of low testosterone. Low T isn't just affecting your body; it's diminishing your ability to fulfill your Kingdom purpose. You know you're meant for more, but your body seems to be working against you. Introducing Rise Up Kingdom's Metabolic Balance program, led by Dr. Kelly Polzin. We understand the crucial link between testosterone levels and your Kingdom purpose. Our groundbreaking approach uses Metabolic Balance, analyzing 36 blood markers. This allows us to create a personalized nutrition plan that naturally boosts your testosterone. We don't just mask symptoms - we address the root causes of your hormonal imbalance. Our program has a 91% success rate over 5 years in restoring men's health and vitality. By optimizing your testosterone, we help you reclaim your role as a leader in all areas of life. You'll regain the energy, focus, and drive to lead your family, grow your faith, and expand your business. Our God-centered approach integrates physical health with spiritual and professional growth. Join a community of like-minded men, all working to fulfill their Kingdom purpose. Don't let low testosterone hold you back from your calling. Enter our 4-day challenge and rise up as the leader you're meant to be.		Rise Up Kingdom		165	https://www.facebook.com/100091556661762/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632668	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/6/25, 12:35 AM	1733881873	1749188135		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.9884401997057E+14	Romantic Love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460715832_415028057897621_7384244897386655922_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_c2Fvl7SZdAQ7kNvgHN4Xll&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANG5alGiD5QRb60vJaTFh0_&oh=00_AYCksYLKSvN8bcVdR4PgPH13mIo501qRtq2yvfpG7cvRdw&oe=675EC699	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Romantic Love		344	https://www.facebook.com/61557838064349/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633204	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:26 PM	1733881924	1746210396		1987																										fb.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🤩 Create more variety in your pet sessions 📷		https://fb.com/canvas_doc/588219153784960			1.1696125176215E+14	Hair of the Dog Academy with Nicole Begley	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469631691_596103399534324_1643318675255860005_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mIH4btbintUQ7kNvgHUC2Ly&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ad4cSHq2WCkWO2qKSN326Zr&oh=00_AYAcw6u5KvfWElH8U_6HGMjb8ZlUDX2O6nAWV1dMWWirqQ&oe=675EAD59	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Pet Photographers! 🐶˙✧˖°📸⋆｡˚ Have you ever thought that you needed to have epic vistas at your disposal to create impactful pet portraits? While those epic vistas would be nice, it's actually possible to create incredible pet photography in the most basic surroundings. 👇 Introducing Behind the Lens: An Urban Adventure! 👇 What if we told you that you could: ✨ Discover great locations hiding in plain sight? ✨ Command your camera like a pro? ✨ Effortlessly scout perfect locations? ✨ Create variety in every shoot? ✨ Engage with pets to capture their unique personalities? 👇👇hairofthedogacademy.com/behindthelens What you'll learn: 📌 Scouting Locations: Turn seemingly mundane locations into photographic playgrounds. Make every backdrop work for you, not against you. 🎨 Creating Variety: Break out of your creative rut. Learn to use angles, lighting, and props to create captivating compositions. 🖥️ Step-by-Step Editing: We'll walk you through the editing process to finish your images in a clean, vibrant style. Remove leashes, manage color casts, and even sharpen eyes like a pro! 👨‍🏫 Exercise Files for Hands-on Learning: All Photoshop lessons include exercise files so you can practice in real-time, alongside the instruction. Best way to learn? We think so! 🔒 Full Gallery Access: We're transparent, so you'll see every RAW file captured during a real session—the good, the bad, and the ugly. Learn from our process from start to finish. We've also included these bonuses: ✨Discover what's in Nicole's bag: From gear to treats to those all-important poop bags! ✨Game-changing Lightroom Mask Techniques ✨Generative Fill AI: Get a sneak peek into Photoshop's future! 😱 LIMITED-TIME OFFER! This course is usually available for $197. However, you can get LIFETIME access for just $37! That's a savings of over 80%! 👇👇 https://hairofthedogacademy.com/behindthelens Don't let another day pass without elevating your pet photography game. Click 'Learn More' to grab this unbeatable offer today!		Hair of the Dog Academy with Nicole Begley		9732	https://www.facebook.com/hairofthedogacademy/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633634	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 5:01 AM	1733881963	1749722511		1987																										instagram.com	Send message			VIDEO			http://instagram.com/pelecomkelly			1.7459119241325E+14	Pele com Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469687090_1264010084715272_2978541872433352088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vXXfkiPaUx4Q7kNvgFnq6VF&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ac7bZhl9MKgvRZbtzQFHN0G&oh=00_AYC0TBEJWemVzDaW7fJ3yVyzTigSf7P5W6eLWfIMYSsA3Q&oe=675EB3B8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT EVER: TEEN FACIAL $85 GIFT CARDS AVAIBLE . EL MEJOR PRESENT DE NAVIDAD PARA TU TEEN $85 “It’s never too early to take care of your skin.” . “Nunca es demasiado pronto para cuidar de tu piel.” . “Nunca é tarde para começar a cuidar da pele” #acnefreeskin #teenfacial #teenfacialtreatment #acnefree #fallcleanskin		Pele com Kelly		22	https://www.facebook.com/61555426645079/	0		INSTAGRAM_MESSAGE								View Edit Delete
2633423	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 8:35 AM	1733881949	1746192907		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Zip Around the City	Discover the sporty HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=zauHmlUm4bPTXejeRZw2Qu-BudNLv75D4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9430&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Base_MY25_HRV_APR_BASE_IMAGE_ZIP_C&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469681721_568416286127351_8690012357374736249_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LxnBiol59gkQ7kNvgG8685D&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AAVmirey6mYaueryR2L2PXg&oh=00_AYBmDZ4j109tQrfyT483-_eYwtvY10fUF5dyQ77HD8Mvqw&oe=675EB77D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The HR-V has the whole package—eye-catching form and function. The second-row 60/40 split fold-down seat offers convenience.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633172	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/13/25, 11:20 AM	1733881920	1749831608		1987																											No button			TEXT						1.1360797178498E+14	Kelly Cagle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469534830_473434039099918_7817057445917462406_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jik8vOR3Lv8Q7kNvgGHAn1U&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AglSBcNqJY-OeNkyR-G_5Gq&oh=00_AYAv8RxU2kV4Daz6H3II31ruTgPTJPRhe9bOge5nJegOTg&oe=675EBF5A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I remember being broke for Christmas one year after food shopping and paying the bills and wrote a post dated check to make sure I could provide a good Christmas for my family. I’ve lived as high and as low as it’s possible to go. There were times I’d put $10 worth of gas in my tank and other times $50. I’ve had $5 to just feed myself and I’ve also had $200 to go out to eat. I’ve had a house full of food and times I didn’t have any. I’ve been in stores cashing out with no worries and I’ve also had to add it up and put things back on the shelf. I’ve paid my bills in full and I’ve had to pay them late too. I’ve given money and I too have had to ask for it. We all have highs and lows in life. Some certainly more than others, but we are all just trying to make it. No one is better than anyone else and my heart is sad for those people who think that they are. No matter how big your house is, how new your car is, or how much money sits in your bank account - we all bleed red and will eventually fade from this earth. Death has no discrimination and neither should your life. Be kind to others. We are all here to serve. Stop the power tripping. Your oversized ego won’t get you anywhere. Be humble. And keep faith going. Very few will actually read this far, but if you’re genuine I challenge you to copy. Most won’t, because they’re the type of people I’m talking about. 💯		Kelly Cagle		28	https://www.facebook.com/kelly.cagle.750/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
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2633145	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 9:06 AM	1733881918	1746194798		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469882730_602337362372318_6191794575037834878_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bxCnhnqI56MQ7kNvgEX6HbG&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaFAvSp00sZVInMQSiVqyGp&oh=00_AYAw67zk-_rcbpW7hsdGA6hiWZD5v2ffKHzETdUisFHgFg&oe=675ED696	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. She’s always the first one and I will always be the last in his priorities.		Novabeats-0530		5245	https://www.facebook.com/61559933356514/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633753	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/6/25, 10:11 AM	1733881970	1749222665		1987																										Best Year Ever Workshop	INTERESTED			EVENT	Best Year Ever Workshop	Join like-minded women on a mission to build the life they've always dreamed of. This 2.5 hour strategy session will include identifying our strengths, casting vision, setting goals, and putting a plan into action for 2025. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1053945823329?aff=oddtdtcreator	https://www.facebook.com/events/1253582482335253/			1.0302342272213E+14	Kelly Lippenholz - Speaker Trainer Coach	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469821386_928497012156626_1797071708390310485_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ii6vICGkmrIQ7kNvgEIVyIZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYASxOeBeoWRAj3v-79RVUUP_-dNZcp1u5OLo3Y4IOLvEw&oe=675EBC05	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Join like-minded women on a mission to build the life they've always dreamed of. This 2.5 hour strategy session will include identifying our strengths, casting vision, setting goals, and putting a plan into action for 2025. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1053945823329?aff=oddtdtcreator		Kelly Lippenholz - Speaker Trainer Coach		94	https://www.facebook.com/100090561002076/	0		EVENT_RSVP								View Edit Delete
2633495	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:37 PM	1733881954	1746211068		1987																										institute.mindbodygreen.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Learn from Mark Hyman, M.D., Kelly LeVeque, Steven Gundry, M.D. & more	mindbodygreen Functional Nutrition Training	https://institute.mindbodygreen.com/functional-nutrition-training			121006699371	mindbodygreen	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469849720_940168254688858_364118397180894217_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xrKtzT_ja7gQ7kNvgFM61HE&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ATjq15SosqaCS2RaQy8oBZk&oh=00_AYBIgBWr8vAL17-upr65iLcJ6tios4j7FWaqAU0_C_A-kA&oe=675EAB06	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		When Western medicine overlooks the root cause, Functional Nutrition Training can help. Say goodbye to chronic symptoms and take control of your health with guidance from top functional medicine experts. Our program covers key areas like: • Gut Health • Thyroid Function • Hormone Balance • Brain Health • Fertility, Sleep & more! Learn from 20+ world-renowned experts. Start your journey today.		mindbodygreen		3042542	https://www.facebook.com/mindbodygreen/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633568	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:39 PM	1733881959	1746211141		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Off-Road-Capable Hybrid	Build your CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=40CRgK_m4eY4Jbel1g9YUni53Hy12UnB4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9422&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_E&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469642353_2259990911052899_4695191914448840448_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFgucSSNlwQQ7kNvgEvzaWz&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYCyY3YprF-AP4_tHJK_bT5E3zRMeAOWn27Ajpk81Z6F6A&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Built for the outdoor enthusiast. The fold-down rear seatback and spacious cargo in the CR-V Hybrid make exploring easier.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633768	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 9:19 AM	1733881971	1746195587		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn More			DCO	❤️😍 click to read on 👉		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=15697&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			2.1900405462262E+14	Galaxy in the Story	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469689418_612675341097704_8662216742401408305_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RfubFwyfeckQ7kNvgGM7wZi&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A9aMCCi3whs8atJZK94exbL&oh=00_AYDzPWZtLHcZzsQbJTDUnKPLU5Sac-8s4McCXOsY-XMTag&oe=675ED836	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		“No, no, no! You are not going to put my little sister on your “I’d bang that’ list.” “You’re sister is growing up my friend. Ah! I am going to have sweet, sweet dreams tonight.”Skylar is the top of her class and the top warrior, but no one knows.Her bullies torture her, but never get caught.Her father wants nothing to do with her and blames her for her mother’s death.All she wants to do is to become an Elite Warrior for the Alpha King. Her whole world changes when a new girl shows up and decides to befriend Skylar after an intense training session. Can Skylar get past her past and live the life she wants? Skylar is the unwanted daughter of the Beta, and a frequent target of bully. Yet she has a secret she's determined to hide - she is actually the top young warrior in her pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A sigh slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too,” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she slaps me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple of chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. Kaley may skip all of our fight training, but she has proven she can provide torture in many other ways. She doesn’t get her hands dirty anymore, because she has found out when you are popular or just plain evil, people will do just about anything to stay on your good side. Having her father on the school board helps too. None of her actions have ever been caught on camera, so there isn’t proof of anything she does, except the marks all over me, and she along with everyone firmly believe I am just a weak nobody, who can’t take a hit or heal very quickly. “What did I do this time, Your Highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me disciplining that pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school.” Kaley tosses her hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’. It was my brother, the future Beta, along with the future Alphas, Gamma, and Delta. She was trying to gain the attention of our future Alphas, like most of the girls in our school. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, and pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another slap. More blood runs through my teeth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple of hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years earlier than my peers, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek, the time when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was about his Beta reputation with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. My brother was better with me, we used to be really close, but ever since he started his training to become the next Beta a couple of years ago, he barely makes time for me, not even at school. That, along with Kaley and her girls making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me, my school life is shaping up to be pretty lonely. My wolf and I have both decided this is for the best though. As long as she thinks I’m isolated from everyone and let her paws target me, she is happy, which means she will leave other vulnerable pups alone. After all, my Beta lineage can handle the harsh beatdown and we heal faster than Kaley thinks. I just have to hang in here, keep my head down, my grades up, and train hard to be an elite warrior, so I can finally get out of this sad pack. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, or any of her other minions. They weren’t dumb enough to make a scene with our future leaders watching. I get to be safe and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. However, today is where things really started to take a turn for me. As usual, Delta Kyle, our lead trainer, should have brought us all in and explained what we were going to do later. But today he starts by clearing his throat as if he had an announcement to make. "Attention, pups, we have a new member joining us today. She is here with her uncle while her parents are working for the Alpha King." That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place. Her youthful, carefree face told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since the girl turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join our group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” I just stared at her blinking. It took me a second to register what I was supposed to do. She raised her eyebrow at me for my hesitation or complete lack of manners before I caught on. “Oh, sorry, Skylar.” I shook her hand. “I’m not used to people talking to me.” I muttered out awkwardly and quickly let go of her hand, mentally smacking myself for sounding like an idiot. She looked at me questioningly, but before she could ask, Delta Kyle divided us into pairs and had us start our warm-up and sparring. He must have decided I was as good a person as any to work with her since she chose me to talk to first and he knows I attend all the trainings we have. Sierra was a really good fighter, and really tall compared to me. Her black sports top and leggings accentuate all her tan and defined muscles. I have muscles too, and am actually pretty defined, but I prefer to not show much skin. I learned the hard way my scars and bruising can be found in the heat of a match if I don't wear many layers. I don't want anyone to see them and pity me. Much as I'd like to stay as invisible as possible, I still love sparring. I don’t know if it’s me or my Beta blood, but the thrill and adrenaline rush of a good fight always make my day better, All I need is to avoid unwanted attention and keep a low profile in the training field. And just as I am thinking, Delta Kyle suddenly loudly gets everyone's attention, including our future leaders. “I think a demonstration is needed. Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move, and let's see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds.” I am taken aback, Sierra is way stronger than me. An uproar surfaces around that instant. That sets me and my wolf off. We're trying hard to be invisible, yet the current attention almost drowns us. “No one could do that under thirty seconds,” suddenly a snarky high-pitched male voice says loud enough for everyone to hear and cause a low chorus of agreement. I frowned, and my wolf grumbles, "Arrogant losers think they are so great when they can't even submit each other with basic moves." Now my blood starts to boil, too. Shall we? I finally ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Galaxy in the Story		1614	https://www.facebook.com/61555427913037/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633471	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	5/2/25, 1:43 PM	1733881951	1746211385		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/hr-v	Shop Now			DCO	Unmistakenable Style: HR-V	Meet the Honda HR-V	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=5rkp8ZmXcP0VW9Gbc68XC6t1A5lLWkMV4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9428&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=HR-V_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_HRV_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_NONMISTAKENABLE_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fhr-v%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469618932_1354901952550716_8565086639322054273_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NMQvxBlBBiwQ7kNvgFlf5zU&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A-mhWDoqDDqBYxURStaIdxJ&oh=00_AYBz0Wu8WAr8dyV7Ag8L_s2wqWy8t0jFgT7fnFeYSB7fvA&oe=675EB62F	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Stand out with the captivating style of the HR-V. The rear roofline spoiler offers a sporty look that will turn heads.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2634002	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 11:08 PM	1733881988	1749874099		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			VIDEO	❤️🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby		https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			3.2702765716164E+14	Novabeats-0530	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468267072_1659219114691612_2877939932026657507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rh_mWibrgOUQ7kNvgGAZkvb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYA-3LXV_QOhIYZLZxFUxyfJ1vHnDhmxqKGS1ruCwrUVEQ&oe=675EA5A0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. 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2633896	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	5/2/25, 6:53 PM	1733881980	1746230001		1987																										dynamic.lightreader.com	Learn more			IMAGE	❤️‍🔥Best Friend Divorced Me When I Carried His Baby🔥	I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child.	https://dynamic.lightreader.com/noah-ssg/wn/766754101/30244563706755305+1+4+facebook?utm_source={{campaign.name}}&utm_campaign={{campaign.id}}&utm_adset={{adset.name}}			4.4275702891730E+14	Novel new	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/463254181_564928779437227_1032722820197936513_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=r-XeGhPZbAMQ7kNvgEoVgi3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYD7BzEcuaVJaOpo3Bm-drsg2WNdUziwj28SIvbgI55zTQ&oe=675ECA54	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly's POV Was it a blessing to marry your best friend? I was not very sure what Pierce thought but marrying him was a dream come true for me. And now what was more exciting, we were going to welcome our first child. “It’s a good thing you’re cautious. You could’ve lost your baby, Miss Monroe.” The GYN told me seriously as she could see the shock in my eyes. I subconsciously touched my belly, and still couldn't believe a baby was lying there. Had I heard it right? I was pregnant? I was pregnant with a baby for Pierce! My best friend and my first crush! On the way out of the hospital, I couldn’t wait to tell Pierce about our baby. I wondered what his reaction would be. Would he scream in happiness? Would he kiss me and all? God! I couldn’t contain my happiness. I cupped my red face as I fantasized. But the moment I felt the cold from the simple ring on my finger, my wildly beating heart calmed down. I almost forgot that Pierce wasn't the type to be keen on having children, especially when our marriage was arranged by his family. Pierce was a complete gentleman, both as a friend and a husband. Every time we had sex, he was considerate but cautious, saying there was no need to add extra shackles when we were not ready. This baby, in a way, was out of plan. My mind was becoming restless as I sat in my car. Would this be good news for him? What if Pierce was still not ready for the baby? "Ma'am, is everything okay? Do you need to call the Boss?" My private driver Luke asked worriedly as he noticed my frown face. Luke was reliable like a family but if I chose to share, I still wanted Pierce to be the first to know this news. He's my baby's father. "No," I shook my head, giving Luke a reassuring smile. "He's on the flight. I'll talk to him later myself." So that I could sense his answer directly from his raw expressions. I was always good at that. I closed my eyes recalling the first day we met. His bright smile in the sunlight was so dazzling, he was a Prince. Long before we became best friends, I fell in love with him at first sight. But it was only an unrequited love, I knew it well. I slid down the car window to get some fresh air but accidentally caught a glimpse of our old high school. That bitter feeling filled my chest once again. Pierce is my first love but I'm not his. In high school, I was only a boring nerd in other's eyes while Pierce Anderson was the shining Quarterback. Everyone was surprised that we could be friends. Though enmity rose, I enjoyed being around him. I slowly realized that I didn't want just to be his friend. However, right when I was about to confess my feelings to him, another girl came into his life. I shook my head trying to get rid of those sad old memories. I gripped the cold wedding ring on my finger, telling myself the past was past. Pierce said they were over and I was his wife now. I was his wife who was carrying his baby now. I wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes and opened the door to our house. My heart calmed down as I breathed in the scent of home. Our home. It wasn't as luxurious as his family's villa but cozy. Pierce and I decorated it together with our own hands. We enjoyed it. Yes, I must have been overthinking. That woman had been out of our lives for a long time and my marriage with Pierce was as beautiful as a fairy tale for the past three years. I glanced at the clock on the wall. At this point, Pierce should have gotten off the plane. He was over a month of traveling for the sake of our family’s business. Pierce was the President of ADE, the leading fashion magazine company all over Asia, and I was actually the Vice President of the company. We were not only life partners but also good partners at work. I really missed him. I dialed his number immediately. I really wanted to hear his voice now, to know when he would arrive home. I would prepare a good meal for him and he would prize me with a sweet kiss. And then we might have passionate sex like what he gave me the night before his business trip. Oops, I almost forgot I was pregnant now. I needed to tell him this first and then we could do something else instead. I was happily envisioning our lovely reunion and my heart dropped when a woman's voice came over the line. [Hello?] I snapped the phone as just one word came out. My phone fell to the floor and my body started shaking uncontrollably. NO! It couldn't be her! It couldn't be Lexi! She was already out of our life! I must have misheard. I rushed to the fridge in an attempt to calm myself with the aid of some alcohol. But the moment I touched the wine bottle, I was reminded of the doctor's words and my baby. I needed to be cautious for my baby's sake. I turned to get a box of milk and walked toward the sofa. I didn't know what made me recognize that as Lexi's voice at that moment. I meant Lexi and I were never close. Lexi Gilbert was a typical blonde beauty that men would go crazy for. She was the popular cheerleader in high school while Pierce was the star quarterback. Better match than he and a nerd like me, right? It wasn't surprising that he had fallen for her. My pride couldn't stand watching the man I loved go crazy for another woman. So I had once tried to stay away from them silently but Pierce refused to quit from my life. Every time I drowned myself in a sea of books and studies to forget them, Pierce would appear at my doorway asking me out. I couldn't say no to his charming smile; I couldn't say no when he claimed it was his duty as my best friend to take me to enjoy the real world. To not ruin our friendship, I could only hide my broken heart, silently playing the role of his best friend by his side and watching his happy face for another girl. I finally got up the courage to study abroad as I learned that Pierce was planning to propose to Lexi. However, I never expected Grams would call to beg me back. I returned in a hurry only to see a lifeless Pierce. His heart was harmed badly, by Lexi. My beloved sunshine boy was nowhere to be seen, and my heart was bleeding. I started to hate Lexi from that moment. I gave up my cherished man to her, and how dared she harm him so badly! That witch! Pierce didn't tell anyone what happened except he was over with Lexi. Grams arranged our marriage. I didn't understand why he agreed until the day I heard him say that marrying anyone but Lexi would be the same for him. It was so fcking hurt but I still walked into this marriage without a second thought. My cherished boy was broken and I wanted to fix him, not caring if I would ruin myself in the process. I fell asleep at home feeling so insecure and worried. I woke up in the middle of the night when I felt someone caressing my cheek. Slowly, I opened my eyes and I realized I had fallen asleep in the living area. Someone lifted me from the couch. I immediately recognized his scent and touch as I looked at him with heavy-lidded eyes. “Peirce…” “Hmm,” he hummed as he walked towards the stairs. “Why did you sleep on the couch?” I stared at his face when he gently put me down on the bed. He caressed my hair and kissed my forehead. He was always so gentle and that was why I loved him so much. Even when making love, he was very considerate of my feelings. We'd been apart for over a month, my body missed him and my heart wanted him. “Where have you been? I’ve been waiting for you,” I said as I caressed his cheek. “Just met a friend. You said you were waiting for me, is it something urgent?" Looking at his gentle face, suddenly I didn't want to ruin the moment. so I closed my parted lips and swallowed the truth back in my stomach once again. Tomorrow, maybe tomorrow, I will have the courage to face all the puzzles. I shook my head and pouted, telling him that I was sleepy. He chuckled and carefully carried me to the bed. The moment he was about to leave me after giving me a goodnight kiss, I panicked for some reason. I then quickly grabbed him and kissed him with all my passion, trying to undress him, trying to make him touch me more and deeper. I missed him. I wanted him. I felt that the only way I could feel at ease was to let him put himself inside me again. To make sure he was still mine. "Wait Kels," Yet he stopped me by pinning my crazy hands on the bed. "I thought you said you're sleepy and you need to rest." "But I think I miss you more now." I looked at him with innocence and I could catch desire flashing in his eyes but I didn't know why it faded soon. He used to be happy when I became the initiative one. As if noticing my confusion, he chuckled and playfully pinched my nose, “I’ll just take a shower. I smell alcohol.” I just nodded and watched him as he walked toward the bathroom. But drowsiness struck again so I closed my eyes to take a nap. However, it was already morning when I opened my eyes again and Pierce was beside me, putting a tray of food on the bedside table. “Hey!” I greeted and smiled when I realized what he’d done. He prepared breakfast for me. In bed. The sweetest. He smiled and sat on the bed. “Good morning.” I grinned as I sat on the bed. He carried the tray and put it beside me. I shot an eyebrow up and tilted my head as I stared at his handsome face. His eyes are deep brown. His eyebrows were thick and black, complimenting his beautiful eyes. His nose was proud and pointed and his lips were red and thin. He literally looks like a sexy bad boy. Even Damon Salvatore would be embarrassed to stand beside him. No one stands a chance against this man. “What is this? Is this a bribe? You stood me up last night, bad boy.” He didn’t laugh. He heaved a sigh and gently tucked my hair on my ears before he held my hand and stared into my eyes. “I have something to tell you.” I felt my heart race. I thought about our baby in my womb. He’s got something to tell. I have something to tell him too. “W-What is it?” I asked as I felt my voice tremble. He took a deep sigh. “You know you’re important to me, right?” I slowly nodded with parted lips. I couldn’t answer. I’m scared of what he’s about to say. I have a bad feeling about this. “You were my best friend before we got married. You are one of the few people I treasure…” I hid my balled fists under the sheet. I don’t know why he’s telling me all this but I felt tears pooling in the corner of my eyes already. “Kelly…” he paused and squeezed his eyes closed before he looked at me again in the eyes. “I-I think it’s time for us to divorce.” “P-Pierce…” I felt my heart clench. He smiled. “I know you don’t have feelings for me either. You just married me because of my grandparents. You just did this because you love them. Now it’s time for our real happiness, Kelly.” I shook my head, “W-What are you talking about, Pierce?” “Lexi is back, Kelly. My first love is back.” Chapter 2: Chapter 2 It Never Rains but It Pours Kelly’s POV I got off the bed and tried to leave but Pierce grabbed my hand. I immediately wiped the tears that rolled down my cheeks before he could see them. He stood in front of me and looked at my face as I tried so hard to look down and avoid his eyes. I felt my heart breaking into pieces. I thought… I thought I could make him fall in love with me within those three years together. I thought his feelings would level up and would see me as a woman rather than just a best friend. I was stupid for hoping and dreaming so high. I failed. No matter how hard I tried, his heart belonged only to his first love Lexi. “Kelly…” I sucked my breath and swallowed the pain as I looked at him. I faked a smile, “I need to wash up before eating.” He stared into my eyes as if trying to figure out what I was thinking. I know he knew me too well so I tried so hard to hide my pain and smiled at him. He sighed and let go of my hand. “Okay. I’ll wait for you here. Let’s eat and go to work together.” Together? How cruel could he be? He still wanted us to get along like he didn’t ask for a divorce? He wanted us to stay the way we were right after he told me that his first love was back and he wanted to divorce me? Oh Pierce, what was going on in your head? If I used to be able to force myself to stay in the seat of his best friend wishing him happiness, I no longer had that courage after the three years we'd shared. There's no way I could endure that kind of torture again, especially when I'm carrying his baby. The baby...I had thought it was good news for us but now...it would be more like a burden to him, I guess. A burden that would prevent him from getting his true love and freedom. I knew how an unwanted child to grow up. My parents were divorced even before my mother died and the new family of my father hated me and it hurts like hell. I don’t want my baby to experience the same thing I felt. I need to keep my baby away from it. I faked a smile again. “We can’t. I need to visit the studio for the photoshoot of our new models…” “I’ll go with you—” “No.” I pushed his hand. His eyes followed my hand before he lifted his face to look at me again. “You have some documents to sign. Our schedules are already organized, remember?” “But…” “I have a personal driver, Pierce. I’ll be fine to go alone.” He sighed and slowly nodded. I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom. I immediately opened the shower and stood under the cold water. Tears cascaded down my cheeks as I covered my mouth to suppress my sobs. My shoulders were trembling really badly and when I thought about my baby, I swallowed hard and tried to calm myself down. I wiped my face and caressed my belly. I need to be strong. I need to stay calm. I shouldn’t put my baby’s life on the line just because I got my heart broken. I have to deal with this smartly. I sucked my breath and finished my bath. When I got out of the bathroom, I was shocked to see Pierce was still there. He was struggling to fix his tie in front of the full-length mirror. I also noticed my pair of heels and dress on the bed. “Hey! I picked your dress for today.” Since our marriage wasn't public, Pierce said he would try to do little things for me as a husband. He did it well and I used to enjoy these sweet moments but now, it was going to kill me. I grabbed the dress and went inside the walk-in closet. I felt him following me. I put the white dress back and picked a red one. When I faced him, his forehead was creased. I smiled. “I prefer red today. I’d feel beautiful in this dress.” His eyes went to the dress I was holding and his face immediately calmed down. He nodded and walked towards me. “I see. Help me fix this first.” I put my dress on his arm and started fixing his tie. I could feel his eyes staring intently and it was making my heart beat so fast. I took a deep breath and chewed my bottom lip as I struggled to fix the tie. My vision is becoming blurry again. Damn! “Kelly…” I jumped in shock. “Hmm?” “Are you okay?” I looked at him and smiled, “Yeah.” “I have another thing to say.” I finished fixing his tie so I immediately grabbed the dress from him. I glanced at him before I walked past him and spoke… “Let’s just talk some other time. I'm going to be late.” I heard him sigh as he followed me again. I grabbed my underwear and got dressed while he was standing behind me. He’s silent the whole time as if he’s thinking about something. “You should eat before you leave.” I faced him and nodded. “I will. You should go now.” “Kelly, we’re on the same page, right?” I stared at him. No, Pierce. We’re never on the same page. All of these are just my stupid fantasies. I thought you had feelings for me and I was so wrong. “If it’s about the divorce, I understand everything, Pierce. I know what I have to do. Just give me some time because I’m really busy with the company. I will not run away.” “Kelly, I’m not just doing this for myself. I’m also doing this for you. You’ve been caged with me ever since we got married. I know you’re not happy because deep inside, you also want to find the man you deserve. Someone who will really love you. Not me. Not someone who’s half-hearted.” “I understand what you’re trying to say, Pierce,” I said and tried to turn my back but he held me by the waist, keeping me in place. He did everything to capture my eyes and he succeeded. He looked at me worriedly. “You are my best friend. I don’t wanna lose you, Kels. You’re one of my few people…” “I know,” I said out of frustration. He looked shocked, so I calmed myself down. “I-I know. You don’t have to worry. I’m just stressed about work. It’s not about our divorce.” His lips parted and he slowly nodded as if he was able to breathe properly. He walked towards me and I froze when he gently kissed my forehead… “Thank you, Kelly," he whispered. My heart clenched. It had been three years but I was still such a coward. Why couldn't you just tell him that you love him, Kelly? He's your husband and you're carrying his baby! Tell him and he might change his mind! I swallowed hard and was about to tell him but his phone rang. I didn't miss the caller ID. Again, it was Lexi. " I gotta go." He scratched his head in apology and I didn't miss the upturned corners of his mouth. "I called Luke and he’s waiting outside. Eat before you go, okay?” With that, he left our room. The tears I had managed to suppress burst out again. Why would I think I could have a chance? He made his choice already the moment he asked for the divorce, didn't he? Whenever it came to Lexi, I was always the one he would abandon. Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Stiff Upper Lip Kelly’s POV I entered the studio wearing just two-inch red heels and a red dress. Everyone was looking my way as I walked along the hallway. They’re all greeting me with a smile but my face remains stoic, not showing any emotions at all. The conversation with Pierce this morning was still lingering in my head, but I couldn't let it affect my work. I couldn't fail my work after I failed my marriage. I took a deep breath to adjust my condition. However, when I entered the photoshoot room, I could notice everyone was in chaos. “We can’t! She’s not answering her calls. What should we do? The Vice President is coming today. She’d get mad.” “We can just tell her the truth. She’s nice.” “Not in this situation, Lily! She’d scold us—” “What’s happening here?” I asked as I graced the room. The staff were now looking at me with worried expressions and I knew then that there was a problem. “G-Good morning, Miss Monroe.” Miss Monroe. Of course, no one knew that Pierce and I were married except for our families. I felt a pinch in my heart because of that truth. It hurts. I stared at her blankly, “What?” “W-We have a problem, Miss Monroe. Miss Chen, our model has been refusing our calls. She said she heard that we’re changing our model so…she doesn’t want to come here. She’s even…threatening to file a case against us.” She bowed his head. I gritted my teeth and roamed my eyes around. “Where’s the marketing manager?” “S-She’s still trying to convince Miss Chen, Miss Monroe.” I massaged my forehead and squeezed my eyes closed. I grabbed my hair and screamed in so much anger. I felt everyone around me jump in shock. I groaned and sucked my breath before looking around. “Miss Monroe…” “What is this, Miss Hayley? You are the marketing manager, what is happening?” “Miss Monroe, I don’t know how it happened but Miss Chen heard that you are changing our model. She’s about to file a case against us—” Changing the model? How come I didn't know about this? Miss Chen had always been our trustful partner and if not necessary, changing models for a commercial shoot on short notice would only cause a lot of trouble for the company. I would never allow such a cheap mistake. “I never asked for that. You must be mistaken." I cut her words to save time, " Fix this mess or I have to fire you!” "Miss Monroe...It's Mr. President who asked us to change it." Hayley spoke hesitantly. "He ordered that as soon as he came back from his business trip yesterday." I was hit by the truth. Pierce's order? Why didn't he tell me? He used to discuss every major decision with me first. "It shouldn't be..." I was confused. Pierce was not a clueless businessman. He kept a clear distinction between work and relationships, which was why he always succeeded. And that was also why he chose to keep our marriage a secret. "Yes, Kelly. I gave the order." The voice pulled me back. “M-Mr. President…” Hayley bowed with respect as she saw the man who suddenly appeared behind me. "I think you owe me an explanation, Pierce. About changing the model!" I gritted as I turned around to question him. He knew clearly how much effort I put into winning this project. I hardly had a good sleep those days and Miss Chen was the ideal one for us to work with. I remembered he agreed on it too. But now...he just changed the model as he liked without telling me in advance. I felt like a hard slap on my face. "Go ahead for the work. I'll make it clear to her." He pacified the staff first, ignoring the anger that was about to spew out of my eyes. "Answer me, Pierce! Why do you change the model so suddenly?" I couldn't hold my anger and he just touched my shoulder whispering to me, "This is not the place to talk. Let me explain it to you in the car." I looked around to notice others sneaking glances at us. Then I shook away his hands and walked toward the parking lot. But along the way, my heart was heavier and heavier. I had a feeling that I was not going to enjoy his explanation. "Now, say it." I blurted it out as we sat in his car. He stared into my eyes as if weighing my emotions. I looked away again. I couldn’t stand his stares. I couldn’t withstand his eyes that never looked at me the way I wanted him to look at me. He has no feelings for me and it hurts so much. “I-I…” he paused and sighed. “I replaced Miss Chen because Lexi wants to be our model. She’s also fit to be our model so I agreed—” “What?” I asked in disbelief. He pressed his lips together and looked away. He messed his hair up before he shook his head and held my hand. “I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner. It was just so sudden. She asked for a favor and I can’t say no.” I took my hand back and looked at him in both pain and anger. “You can't say no to her so you'd rather harm the company, our company. You betrayed me, Pierce.” “Kels, come on. You know how much I love her. She’s my first love.” Painfully, I closed my eyes. Oh yes, she's your first love. She's always the one you want no matter what it takes. As long as she frowned a bit, you could turn a blind eye to the pain and effort of others. You are so heartless, Pierce. “Well, you’ve decided. I don’t have a say in this since you’re the President. Just go. I’ll be in the office.” I said coldly as I opened the car door to walk out. “Kelly…” I looked him in the eyes. “Go home early. Let’s talk about our divorce at home tonight.” Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Left High and Dry Kelly’s POV I was playing with the wedding ring on my finger. I told him to go home early but he didn’t come home completely. He wasn’t even answering my calls. Well, now Lexi was back, this house was probably not home in his eyes anymore. My eyes turned to my pregnancy report on the table. What a mockery. I was still naive to hold a glimmer of hope that things would be different if I told him about the baby. But forget this baby was out of his plan. Sure, Pierce was not the kind who would force me to have an abortion. But he couldn't cut out his obsession with Lexi either. He might stay in this loveless marriage if his parents asked. But all I had would only be an empty shell. That's not a Father what I wanted for my baby. I wiped off the tears collecting at the corner of my eyes and collected the report. It was 5 am already when I looked at the clock on the wall. I tried to dial his number again, but still busy. What was he busy with? Was he busy making love with Lexi? He must have missed her a lot, didn't he? I still remember the day when he came back after his first private vacation with Lexi. His joy was unmistakable. Nearly at once, I could tell they made love. The same day I returned to my room, I cried out loud as I took off my makeup. Nothing I did worked. I could never replace Lexi in his heart. I felt like hundreds of pounds pressing my chest. I decided to get a shower to wash away all the miserable emotions but the moment I opened the wardrobe, our intimate clothes were snuggled together bringing me back to the memory of how Pierce and I had sex here last time. It was that time he didn't use contraception. He was so passionate that I thought he finally accepted our marriage. I once believed his return from this business trip would be a fresh start for us but actually, it was a start for us to fall apart now. Unable to suppress my feelings any longer, I crouched down crying loudly. Why? Why am I always the one they choose to abandon? Why don't I deserve to be loved? I didn't remember how I fell asleep. When the alarm clock went off, I subconsciously touched the pillow beside me. Cold as last night. He didn't come home yet. I sneered at myself as I caught my reflection in the dresser mirror. The dark circles under my eyes were so clear and my hair was a total mess, looking like a ghost. See, Kelly? That's what happened when you stepped into such a loveless marriage without a second thought. You would only break yourself if you continue on the wrong path. Just get a divorce. Spare him and yourself. Your baby needs a strong mommy. Suddenly a wave of nausea flooded my stomach and I realized I hadn't even eaten anything last night. Feeling sick again, I run to the sink and puke. I spit yellowish liquid and it tastes so bad. I washed my mouth immediately and stared at my own reflection in the mirror. I shook my head and cupped my forehead as soon as I felt like throwing up again. I spit yellowish liquid again and while I’m washing my mouth, I feel a warm hand caressing my back. I immediately lifted my face and met a pair of brown eyes looking at me through the mirror. Standing behind me with a worried face was my husband Pierce. I’ve always been thankful that I have him as my best friend and husband but now…I’m losing him. Hopelessly losing him. “Are you okay? Are you not feeling well? You should’ve told me.” I stared at him through the mirror. “You didn’t answer my calls. Guilt flickered in his eyes. “I’m sorry. I had some things to do. I stayed in the office all night.” I wiped my face and walked past him. He followed me as I sat in front of the vanity and started combing my hair. “Kels…” “I woke up late. I failed to prepare breakfast.” I tried to avoid his eyes. I felt like I would lose my temper and snap at him. There was no moment when I felt his selfishness so clearly as now. He called me his best friend yet he had never seriously confronted my needs. My feelings. "Kels...... you know I'm not asking about this. I'm just worried about your condition......" “Kels, are we still okay?” I stopped combing my hair and slowly met his eyes. Through the mirror, again. Really? He’s asking me that? After he offered me a divorce without even asking if I was okay with it? He decided on his own. Just because his first love is back. I can’t believe him. I faked a smile. “I just don’t feel well today, Pierce.” He immediately squatted beside me which is not surprising because I know he truly cares. What surprised me is why is he still doing this after he buried a dagger in my heart. “Are you okay?” He gently touched my forehead and neck. “Are you sick? Tell me how you feel, Kels.” “My feelings don’t matter,” I couldn’t help but blurt out. He looked shocked because of what I said. When I attempted to avoid him, he grabbed my wrist and made me face him. His face is mirroring his anger now. He’s completely lost his patience. “What’s wrong with you, Kels? You’ve been acting like this since yesterday. Is this about Lexi? Or was it because I didn’t come home last night?” I looked him in the eyes, annoyed. "You're the one who asked for a divorce! I told you to come back earlier but you just let me wait for the whole night. How do you want me to greet you this morning, Pierce?” He clenched his jaws and shook his head. “Kels, I..." "Enough. We can talk about the divorce after work today." “Kels!” He called and grabbed my shoulders. Confusion and pain were visible in his eyes. “Are you…in love with me?” I was taken aback? In love? Yes! Ever since we were in high school. Ever since he became my best friend. Who wouldn’t fall for someone who has been protecting you ever since? But of course, I can’t tell him. It would only complicate things more. I don’t even want him to pity me. I shook my head and pushed his arms away. “Are you on drugs? I’m not in love with you.” I turned my back on him and entered the bathroom again. I locked it before going to the bathtub. I should focus on myself. I can’t let my emotions affect me but…but why are my tears falling again? “You are so pathetic, Kelly! You can’t even tell him how you truly feel,” I whispered to myself as I wiped my tears angrily. It took me almost an hour bathing. When I was done, I realized Pierce had already left. I shook my head in disbelief. He’s been constantly abandoning me. I can’t believe we’d reach this point. I thought we were okay. I was so stupid. *** “Good morning, Miss Monroe…” “Good morning, Vice President…” I did not greet anyone back just like how I used to greet them back. I still feel pissed and my mood seems off. Irritation can easily take over me and I can’t control it. Probably because of Pierce’s divorce proposal or because of my pregnancy. I was about to enter my office when I heard two girls talking. “Did you see her? I bet she’s Mr. Anderson’s girlfriend. They seemed close.” My forehead creased. Pierce’s girlfriend? “Ah! It’s a waste that I didn't see her face but I feel like it’s Miss Lexi.” “Lexi? Lexi Gilbert? The model?” “Yes! I bet my whole month's salary on this. They look good together.” “Come on! Miss Monroe and Mr. Anderson look better together.” “Are you serious? They’re best friends. You know, some people are better off just friends. It’s Mr. Anderson and Miss Monroe.” I squeezed my eyes closed and pushed the door of my office. I slowly closed it and rested my back against it. This is harder than I expected. I took a deep breath and sat on my swivel chair. I opened the computer at the same time a notification popped up on the screen of my phone. My hands started shaking as soon as I saw the notification. It was Pierce’s social media update. He uploaded a photo of him and Lexi together. Eating in a fancy restaurant. I balled my fists and gritted my teeth. Of course, there’s no way I can compete with her in his heart. She’s always the first one and I will always be the last in his priorities.		Novel new		1767	https://www.facebook.com/61566066291999/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634128	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/10/25, 8:20 PM	1733881996	1749604803		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469334699_1290246038832707_1040542386746910026_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NQBk31dq6yAQ7kNvgEhtnMe&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBcKt3czZcmd8DE-TjMATAhXB0cmZ4uWnV2cz5aof6ong&oe=675ED20A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633913	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/14/25, 2:18 AM	1733881982	1749885486		1987																										kellyclark.com	Learn more			IMAGE	Become an Expert Brow stylist! 💸	Kelly Clark	https://course.kellyclark.nl/all-round-brow-expert-copy			1.2334624301289E+15	Brow Bar Academy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469691579_1147062033704638_8258297125856582089_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zc6AOLxeHiUQ7kNvgHHW6A4&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ArdQWtcFBLF74TRALKaHPuP&oh=00_AYBN_SEycak8_-gNW0MiAWdZxsKff59V8vlX6XhiKSr-LA&oe=675ECD46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Ready to master brow styling and transform your career? Over 1,200 students have already boosted their income with our All-Round Brow Styling Course – and now it’s YOUR turn! Our course is designed to teach you: ✔️ Master precision brow shaping, waxing, and tinting ✔️ Achieve symmetry and flawless results – every time ✔️ Deliver the premium techniques clients love ✨ Certificate included – Prove your expertise and attract high-paying clients! 🎁 Bonus: Lifetime access to our community – for real-time support and tips. 💰 Did you know? You can earn up to $60 per session with minimal costs. That’s up to $3,500/month! 💼 Don’t leave money on the table. Join now for just $27! Click below to start your journey today!		Brow Bar Academy		552	https://www.facebook.com/kellyclarkcoach/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633821	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/12/25, 4:08 AM	1733881975	1749719324		1987																										kellychiropractic.chirojump.com	Learn more			IMAGE	HOLISTIC REJUVENATION PROGRAM IN VENTURA👉		https://kellychiropractic.chirojump.com/holistic-rejuvenation-program-wl			4.4558624863139E+14	Kelly Chiropractic	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469468938_454226044113677_650103627349512644_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Yz8Ct98yKjMQ7kNvgG4EPxZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A1bXDlhDY6yCB_Mb8ZppwNT&oh=00_AYAVLmZ_-L4ZSTllyushZJxx6YDdGY17IjnsWtKuJ7BS1A&oe=675ECC4C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		✨ We're looking for 15 Locals ✨ who are looking to dramatically boost their health and wellness with our 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program! If you feel like your body is worn down, then this is for you. Here’s the deal: We’ve created a 6 Week Holistic Rejuvenation Program designed to boost your health and wellness… BUT! We only have capacity to take on 15 new patients this month… …And our schedule could fill up quick with this post going out to tens of thousands of people. We focus on helping you feel more energized, younger, less stressed, and a whole lot more. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 42 days you will be AMAZED with the results. What you get: ❣️ Our “Nervous System Reset” to realign your spine, reduce inflammation, and help your nervous system function properly. You’ll have a pain-free body, increased mobility, and higher energy levels so you don’t feel drained after work. ❣️ Functional Movements that increase your mobility & ease your body aches which means you’ll spend less energy throughout your day to day activities (And have more energy to spend time with family, friends, and activities you love). ❣️ Actionable steps to see real improvements in your life and I’ll even hold you accountable to it which means you’ll see increased energy, less stress, and reduced aches. PLUS! Soft Tissue work to reset your worn body, release your fascia, and deep muscle tissue! This is for MOTIVATED PEOPLE ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where you feel like your body owns you, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. Click Learn More and Let's Get Started!		Kelly Chiropractic		3	https://www.facebook.com/61565563450034/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633096	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 1:55 PM	1733881914	1746212109		1987																										youtube.com	Learn More			DCO	Point 'n' Click Podcast	{{product.description}}	http://www.youtube.com/@PointnClickPodcast			2.1352560851435E+14	Point 'n' Click Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469867965_529669710066852_4623839883508260369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ss-obIIjaQEQ7kNvgENFWgH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AaI-_rtlFW7JC78y1E-ie7J&oh=00_AYC51yzuhz3CAtljPN7FWiKrtJbbq3UndI3LGc0hO276Iw&oe=675EC83D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The next episode of the Point 'n' Click Podcast will feature Dr. Feliks Kravets creator of CyberSecurityEasy.com.		Point 'n' Click Podcast		13	https://www.facebook.com/61555768783053/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632678	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/11/25, 12:39 PM	1733881874	1749663549		1987																											Watch More			DCO	The Vampire and His Blood wife👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458769627_832827298955953_3464472771163015071_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X04D_Z_MxH0Q7kNvgEkSstj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAdE84HEKIyPKSsl9ydIBwth645U0cBA6iA0_i280JzzA&oe=675EC71E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		This series is so incredible! I can't stop watching! #Next episode is amazing!😍		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632909	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	5/2/25, 10:30 AM	1733881895	1746199852		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						3.0313720971876E+14	Kelly Saxon Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469577677_567779812520847_6476124841403016769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OGkLleU5BZMQ7kNvgHpIJU0&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A7tgQvXiVR9HCIgbnjjE7Tw&oh=00_AYAl1n55IV2KwHU4FQkZ8Gp1yGfxBF0M66pDf1k58an0EQ&oe=675EA701	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Kelly Saxon Photography Murfreesboro TN Maternity and Newborn Photography www.kellysaxon.com BIG NEWS! 2024 is fully booked! But, if you're expecting in 2025... Get ready to treasure your Belly to Baby moments with our Belly to Baby Collection! • One collection: Maternity & Newborn sessions • Exclusive client closet with dresses, props & more • Family love included - parents & siblings welcome! We've got everything covered. You bring the joy! Book now and let's make magic happen! https://form.jotform.com/matuek/session-request www.kellysaxon.com #murfreesborotnnewbornphotographer#bestnewbornphotography#pregnancy#nashvillenewbornphotographer#nashvillebaby#newborn#TennesseeMoms#murfreesborotn#murfreesborosmallbusiness#franklintn#franklintnmoms#brentwoodmoms#nashvillebaby#nashvilletnphotographer#murfreesboro		Kelly Saxon Photography		4659	https://www.facebook.com/kellysaxonphotography/	0										View Edit Delete
2632850	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/14/25, 12:16 PM	1733881889	1749921403		1987																										herbaly.com	Learn More			DCO	My All-Natural BLOOD SUGAR Routine 🌿	30 Day Risk Free Satisfaction Guarantee	https://www.herbaly.com/landers/wellness-functional-tea/hb01			2.3893588010959E+14	Herbaly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469980174_1944857359333748_5922445328552879761_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=thKIW44-CSkQ7kNvgHPks6I&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYBLtzxlV8js6RnsRd-H1goDOm9iTK2oz8OBJE_d4ebAMQ&oe=675ED58C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is the truth. I normally stay in 150-180 range but now I’m in the 90-120 range. I’m not sure how it works but it works." | Deshawndra A.		Herbaly		21531	https://www.facebook.com/herbaly/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634169	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 2:36 PM	1733881999	1749757014		1987																										amazon.com	Learn more			IMAGE	FREE with Kindle Unlimited		https://www.amazon.com/One-Hundred-Reasons-Small-Romance/dp/B0BRLRS6YN?maas=maas_adg_68037E8F3B360883652E4A34F2AED899_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas			7.7248868943369E+14	Author Kelly Collins	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/468092030_1124404139256495_6530343057129041689_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gNPY4_Cp19YQ7kNvgHJEyNA&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ACoFYJQ0Wb2uA9dZ0sCAfVT&oh=00_AYAkENKSRJyh0AmB5fmG5DWvAPKBLt63aV1aPwlSgIysQg&oe=675EB0D8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Sage Nichols inherits more than a B&B—she’s left with a letter, a deed, and one hundred reasons why she belongs in Aspen Cove. Reason #1: Live a little. Reason #100: The town needs you. But Cannon Bishop wasn’t on the list, and now Sage must decide if love is reason enough to stay.		Author Kelly Collins		6411	https://www.facebook.com/authorkelleycollins/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2634118	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/13/25, 9:26 PM	1733881996	1749867992		1987																										a.letsreadnovel.com	Learn more			VIDEO	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.letsreadnovel.com/ad/bGV0c3JlYWQvMzc0MzkzLzIwMjQxMjA2MTM1OTE5L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}			1.9336549052626E+14	ForFun-120	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469557822_1357813502050285_4184919789209990039_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DIVpzxeJqVYQ7kNvgEbZ3rj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=A6rZSr_X-yF5aaTdBhuDnBc&oh=00_AYBBYGwL1aKekSDFggIwkkHVfmZRtT5RyPWwNdWkrOFXLA&oe=675ECA1D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		I got a call from a detective late one night asking me to take my two children in. I had no idea I fathered another two children at all but was forced to prove that by providing a DNA sample. Dakota and Darcy are 3-year-old twins, they have been bounced around foster care homes since birth. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, I pulled up the photo of Darcy. My four sons gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. I chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home." ———————— Four years ago Daniel spent two months with a woman named Kelly who was appointed to help him on an extended tour in China for his business. She was his interpreter and guide. His parents looked after his four sons while he toured the factories checking how they were working and coping with the products his business imported to Australia. Kelly was an American girl who spoke fluent Mandarin. She was 13 years younger than Daniel but they spent every minute of every day together and things just happened in the last two weeks of Daniel's stay. Kelly knew it was just a quick fling and she was ok with that because she was going back home to America after Daniel left anyway. She was going to be married to her father's business associate to create a partnership. For her, it was a last chance to be reckless and she was. She didn't plan on it at all and thought they had been safe. When Kelly returned to America, she was pregnant but didn't know it until just before her wedding. Her father decided that the child would be put up for adoption and the wedding was pushed back. Kelly birthed twins on April 16th 2019 by herself. Her firstborn was a little boy she called Dakota Ray and her secondborn was a beautiful baby girl whom she named Darcy Celine. She held them for a full hour before her father rushed them away and dumped them into foster care with the one request that the children stay together. Kelly had named Daniel on the papers hoping that somehow her kids would end up with him and be loved like they deserved, she didn't want them in a family like hers. She hoped the foster care agency would search for Daniel but they didn't. She wanted her children to be free and happy unlike her and thought of them daily while in her loveless marriage until she took her own life one year after her children were born. Dakota and Darcy were bounced around from home to home. In their three years of life, they had never known love except for each other. Dakota was the protector of his sister and tried to shield her from the abuse they suffered at the different homes. Dakota was 95cm and a little underweight for his age and height due to the lack of food he had been given. Dakota had blonde hair and blue eyes but no one could tell because of how dirty he was. Darcy was small for her age. She was 88cm and barely 10 kilos when soaking wet. Darcy had been born with a full head of hair which was now down to her waist. It was blonde and curly when it wasn't matted and she had piercing blue eyes. Darcy was the opposite of Dakota, she was sweet and shy. She barely talked to anyone except for Kota as she called him. Darcy was known as Cc to her brother but no one else was allowed to call her that. The current foster home of the twins was bad. They were never allowed to bathe at all and had been in the same clothes since they arrived 7 weeks ago. They were only fed twice a week if they were good. Whatever food the twins got they would share. They slept holding onto each other, for Kota, it was so he could protect his sister and so Cc didn't have bad dreams. For Cc, it was to make sure that no one took Kota away from her. The twins slept in the laundry room on a dog bed with a baby's blanket they found in the bin. The twins spent most of their time either being locked out when the men with white powder came around or staying in the laundry room. When they went into the house, the scary man would hit them and throw things at them so they avoided it as much as possible. One night, the twins heard loud banging and shouting. There were flashing lights and dogs barking. Darcy was scared and shaking, she was crying and Dakota was trying to calm his sister down so no one would find them hidden next to the funny machine. He was holding her close and trying to cover her with a blanket. He would rather the bad man hit him than his baby sister. He was watching to make sure no one came through the door while he covered his sister with his body. The police were searching the house for drugs and had found it held thousands of dollars of cocaine and a dope lab was upstairs. The dogs were taken into each room searching each room and they were scratching on the laundry door. The officer kicked the door in causing Darcy to scream while Dakota tried to cover her mouth with his little hand scared of what the scary man would do to them for making noise. The dog bolted towards the children sniffing them before laying protectively in front of the children. "Get in here sarge" the dog handler called out causing several officers and a detective to come running. Darcy peeked out and saw the dog "Doggy" she squealed reaching for the dog. "Don't touch" the handler yelled out fearing the dog would harm the children. Darcy jumped causing the dog to growl at the new people entering the room. "Blue heel" the handler stated stopping the dog from growling. "Blue come" the handler called but the dog refused to leave the kids. As the detective inched closer to the kids, Blue the police dog put his body in front of the kids ready to defend them. "Blue's protecting the kids" the handler stated. "I see that but we need to get them checked. Call the dog off now" the detective stated. "Blue come" the handler called again but the dog just ignored him. "Blue seek" the handler stated opening the back door. Blue took off outside and the detective quickly shut the door. The detective walked over to the kids causing Dakota to jump up and stand in front of his sister glaring at the man in front of him. "I'm Detective Brown. I'm not going to hurt you. I just want to check if you are ok?" The detective stated. "No touching Cc" Dakota stated putting his hands on his hips and glaring at the man. "Is CC your sister's name?" Detective Brown asked. "No call her that, she Darcy mister" Dakota stated causing Darcy to giggle. Detective Brown smiled "ok so what's your name then?" He asked. "Dakota" Dakota stated. "Ok Dakota, I just want to check on you and your sister and maybe get something to eat?" Detective Brown stated, he wanted them checked at the hospital and cleaned up but he would get them out of there first. "Kota I hungry," Darcy said. Both children seemed to have a conversation with each other speaking with words that didn't make sense and eventually agreed to go with the detective if he didn't touch them. --- Detective Brown had managed to get the twins into his car and took them to the hospital where they were cleaned up. The wounds on both children were being treated and they had been fed. Detective Brown couldn't believe the extent of the dirt on the children and how dehydrated and malnourished these kids were. Who could do that to a child? He made it his mission to find the children a proper home to live as no child should have to go through what they had. He was horrified by what he found in that house and the condition of the children. He contacted the social worker in charge of the twins. The woman told him to do the job himself if he didn't like what she had done so that was what he was doing. Detective Brown went through the file on the twins and saw they had been in 23 homes since birth. They were unable to be adopted as the mother and father hadn't signed the proper forms. He eventually found the twin's birth certificates listing both the mother and father and got to work on searching for them. He found the mother had committed suicide exactly one year after the children were born. He also found that the father was an Australian citizen and was listed on the birth certificate. He got to work searching for contact details on a Daniel Levi Toms. Detective Brown found his contact details in a letter at the bottom of the file and immediately called the number. Daniel was sound asleep, it was 3 am when his phone began to ring with a number from LA. "This better be good" he answered the phone. "Is this Mr Daniel Toms?" Detective Brown asked. "Who is asking?" Daniel replied. "Oh sorry, my name is Detective Brown. I am calling in regards to your children we found late last night in a dope raid" Detective Brown started. "I think you have the wrong number mate. My kids are here in Australia with me" Daniel replied getting angry. "No, you are Daniel Levi Toms correct?" Detective Brown asked" "Yes" Daniel replied. "Then I have the right number. You are listed on the birth certificate of Dakota and Darcy born 16th April 2019, mother Kelly Wright now deceased" Detective Brown continued. "Look mate, I'm not the kid's father. There has been a mistake" Daniel replied. "Well as you are listed you are the next of kin and I will need you to provide a DNA sample to get your name removed off the birth certificate or you will need to sign paperwork relinquishing your rights so the children can be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown fumed out. He was angry at this man for denying his children, especially after seeing them in the state they were in. Those kids deserved better than that. "Where can I go to provide the sample?" Daniel asked. After another 10 minutes on the phone organising for Daniel to provide a sample of DNA in the morning the detective and Daniel hung up. He was now wide awake and fuming with Kelly. Why would she put his name down? They had spent two weeks together but had parted ways after a mutually satisfying time together. There is no way he could have fathered children with her, he was sure they were careful. He was awake now so decided to do some work before going to the clinic at 8 am to get a DNA test done. At 7.30 am Daniel left a note for his sons saying he had an errand to run and headed to the clinic. He would then head to the office after the test was done. The detective said they would have the results in two days and then Daniel would be absolved of the responsibility of the children that Kelly claimed were his. He already had four children he had raised practically on his own that were grown, he didn't need to raise another two especially when he would be 50 in a few years. The twins had been admitted to hospital and would be spending about 10 days there. They had school sores all over them from how unclean they were. Darcy had a UTI from not being cleaned properly after going to the toilet. They both had insect bites all over them. Dakota had a skin infection and multiple bruises on his body. Darcy also had a middle ear infection. Both children slept a lot but neither would let go of each other. Dakota had to be held down while the doctors checked his sister because he kept kicking and biting the doctor. Each time the nurse would come to check the twin's vitals it took three of them, two to hold Dakota and one to check Darcy. Dakota had also taken out his IV several times so he could sleep with Darcy. The nurses had threatened to put the kids in different rooms unless he kept his IV in. Two days later Detective Brown got a call confirming that Daniel was the biological father of the twins. He immediately picked up the phone to call Daniel. "Daniel speaking" Daniel answered the phone quickly seeing the LA number. He assumed it was the start of getting his name off the kid's birthday certificate. "Daniel, this is Detective Brown. I am ringing to confirm you are the father of Dakota and Darcy. I have sent the paperwork through for you to see along with forms allowing the children to be placed up for adoption. As Ms Wright is now deceased, all we require is your signature and we can get the process started" Detective Brown stated. "Wait did you just say the kids are mine?" Daniel asked. "Yes sir, DNA confirms it" Detective Brown replied. "God" Daniel stated. "Wait two children? How?" Daniel asked. "They are twins, they are three years old and currently are in hospital. As I mentioned we found them in a dope raid and I don't want them going back into foster care, I'd rather they be placed up for adoption" Detective Brown stated. "No, wait. I didn't know about them. I'll take my kids. I'll be on the first flight out of Australia. Send me through the details" Daniel replied. "Yes sir, and sir you should know they show signs of abuse" Detective Brown stated they continued to talk with the detective passing on relevant information before hanging up. Daniel was horrified, how was he going to tell his sons? --- Daniel booked the first flight from Sydney to LA for himself and his eldest. He knew he would need help getting two children back especially when they had shown signs of abuse. He had forgotten to ask about the gender of his children, he assumed they were two boys. He didn't know what abuse the children had suffered but he knew they were in a dope raid. These are the things he would have to find out as well as getting the children back to Australia. He rang Mitchell and told him they both needed to get to LA immediately and to pack a bag for the both of them with at least 10 days worth of clothes. He would explain on the way to the airport. He called his other sons and told them he and Mitchell would be heading to LA for two weeks immediately for an emergency and to get home quickly so he could explain it all. Their flight was leaving at 7.30 pm and it was currently 1 pm. It would only take 20 minutes to drive to the airport from their house. He was worried about what his sons were going to say about having siblings. He got into a cab as he wanted to read the things that the detective had sent and his car would be fine in the work car park. As he read through the reports he realised he had a little boy and a little girl. Finally, he would have a little princess to spoil and he couldn't help but smile. As he walked into the house he was met with all his sons. "Dad, what's the emergency?" His eldest Mitchell asked. "A few days ago, I got a call from a detective in LA claiming I had fathered two children. Turns out he was right, I have the DNA results. Before anyone says anything, they are twins and are three. I am going to America to bring them back home. Their mum is deceased and we are all they have left" Daniel stated not leaving any room for arguing. "What? How?" Asked Eddie the youngest. "You see brother dear when a man and a woman" Hunter began. "Shut up, I meant how did we not know?" Eddie argued. "Their mother didn't let me know. I spent 2 weeks with her in China, she was my guide and translator. We both knew it was casual" Daniel replied. He wanted to be honest with his sons so they knew exactly what was going on, he always had been honest. "That's not all. The twins, Dakota and Darcy are currently in hospital. They are showing signs of abuse. The police picked them up during a dope raid" Daniel informed his sons. Everyone was quiet for a while, no one knew what to say at all. How could someone harm children? Why would someone want to do that? Eventually, Jamie spoke up "Do you have a photo of them?" He asked making Daniel smile. The detective had sent through a picture of the children with the file which could be used to get emergency passports to get the kids home to Australia. Daniel pulled up the photos and the boys gathered around the phone to look. First, they saw a photo of Dakota, there was no denying him, he was the spitting image of Mitchell. You would swear they were twins. Mitchell and Dakota shared the same blue eyes and blonde curly hair. They even had the same face shape although Dakota did not have the fullness in his cheeks. Once everyone had looked at Dakota, Daniel pulled up the photo of Darcy. The boys gasped, they were not expecting to have a baby sister at all. "She is gorgeous and so tiny" Hunter stated. "Look at her button nose and those eyes" Jamie stated. "I bags cuddling her first" Eddie yelled. "We are in so much trouble, when she grows up, the boys will swarm" Mitchell grumbled causing all the boys to glare. They had not thought of that. Daniel chuckled at his sons, they hadn't even met the kids and they were already so protective of their baby sister. "Anyway, Mitchell and I are heading to LA tonight and when the twins are released from hospital we will bring them home. "That's not fair. Why does he get to go?" Jamie whined. "I don't want to overwhelm the twins but I will need help to bring them home. You all are at uni and I don't want you taking the time off" Daniel replied earning groans from all of his sons besides Mitchell. Daniel spent the rest of the time organising emergency passports for the twins so they could return to Australia. He would pick them up from the Australian embassy in 5 days along with paperwork allowing the twins to be brought into the country. Mitchell checked them into the flight online so all they would have to do is drop their bags and head through security. He was extremely excited to meet the twins and couldn't wait to cuddle with both of them. He missed having younger siblings in the house. He had plans for what he would do with each of the twins. He would teach Dakota how to play football and ride a bike, he would also read to him and teach him how to protect his sister. He could not wait to teach Darcy to ride a bike and would cuddle with her to sleep. He would take her dancing and go watch every performance if she was interested. It was time to leave and they caught a cab to the airport ready to get to LA to see the twins. Mitchell and Daniel had been quiet since arriving at the airport waiting for their flight to be called. They were travelling first class so they would be able to sleep on the plane. Both were lost in their own thoughts after reading medical reports from the hospital. As they boarded the flight all Daniel could think of was how he was going to be able to help his children when they were showing signs of abuse. How would he be able to get them to trust him when he already had let them down? How could he make up for the time he had already missed with his children? But most of all he was worried the twins would not like him.		ForFun-120		146	https://www.facebook.com/61554751622817/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632873	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	7/8/25, 6:14 AM	1733881892	1751973267		1987																											No button			VIDEO						1.4037205319448E+14	Nicole Nagy-Realtor-RE/MAX Together	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469946153_1656721955267454_3164304613270727049_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PYLNEW3b1dwQ7kNvgHcwAjh&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=APK6Aklz7Gboloo-uo1Sv6M&oh=00_AYAxy6sutfPzuM1lXeoA9R3KRaFYktOtpN37rlChhN5-5A&oe=675ED096	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		When in Paris, I absolutely love swinging by River Lodge Restorations to check out their newest creations. If you are looking for a unique gift idea, this is the place to stop! ENTER TO WIN A GIFT CERTIFICATE just by liking and sharing this video, and following my page! Don't forget to like and follow River Lodge Restorations! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086111265989&mibextid=ZbWKwL		Nicole Nagy-Realtor-RE/MAX Together		485	https://www.facebook.com/Stressfreerealty/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633906	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/12/25, 2:13 PM	1733881981	1749755587		1987																										huazxc.com	Learn more			VIDEO	💗 Download Goodnovel to read the full novel 💗👉👉👉👉 "My Secret, My Bully, My Mates."		https://huazxc.com/market/goodnovel/1?lpid=8322&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}&placement={{placement}}			3.0975475222353E+14	Reading room	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469813151_1806332926840039_3562034056723711907_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uy9by1Tsq4UQ7kNvgGx8rHY&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ArqdgcW-qRRsSLUqxtG12Dh&oh=00_AYDnM0xt-0CIC6suk3mKWl6JYpkan8iXQMiKroIr4Ym_MA&oe=675EB6C1	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The day I was born, I committed an unforgivable sin. Though I'm the Beta's daughter, I was reduced to lower than Omega, tortured and taunted by all until the arrival of a new girl reveals who I really am — the top warrior in our pack... SLAM. Well, that hurt more than it normally does. A groan slips out of my mouth. I don’t remember the lockers biting back so hard. “Happy Monday to you too.” I mutter to no one in particular. “You fat cow, stop getting in my way.” Kaley hisses at me before she strikes me. I can feel a little bit of blood trickle from the side of my mouth, she doesn’t hit that hard, but her fake nails are as sharp as cat claws. I can hear a couple chuckles and one is a little deeper than the others, that would explain the hard blow into the locker. She had one of the boys throw me this time. There are plenty of people who want to be in her circle so bad that they will do anything to anyone to gain approval. I live in a pack that feeds on hierarchy and dominance. Kaley's dad is one of the school board, so she is naturally in the top tier in school. And sadly, even though my dad is the Beta, as everyone in our pack knows how unwanted I am in my family, I'm basically shunned lower than an omega, while my brother who will inherit the Beta title enjoys the admiration of everyone along with other future pack leaders. Talk about the unfairness of life. “What did I do this time, your highness?” I ask sarcastically, risking a look up at her. I’m hoping to keep her attention long enough for the kid she was screaming at to run away. “You do not stop me from disciplining a pup. That little toe rag purposely ruined my brand new designer shoes in front of the whole school. She deserves to be punished.” Kaley tosses her platinum bleached hair over her shoulder and rolls her crystal blue eyes at me like I am the dumbest person in the world for not understanding that. It wasn’t the ‘whole school’ it was my brother, the future beta, along with the future alphas, gamma and delta. Those five boys are rarely separated. She was trying to gain the attention of Dakota and Cameron, our future alphas, like most of the girls in our school. Her little minions were focused on the other three, they didn’t really care which one gave them attention as long as they were noticed. You can't really blame them for trying so hard. This year when the guys came back, they were all almost unrecognizable. Each of them had a massive growth spurt and put on muscles like it was their job. They were all good-looking before, even my brother, but now they looked like men, very very, hot men. They all stood over six feet tall and were as wide as a standard doorway. As they get closer to 18, their auras are developing as well, which has many uses. Their aura lets you know you are in the presence of a stronger wolf, they use it to command lower-ranking wolves and it attracts bedmates. A wolf’s goal is to have a strong mate to procreate with, the higher the rank, the stronger the wolf. Almost all of the girls in the pack noticed and started throwing themselves at these 16 year old gods chiseled from head to toe. As Marnie and Jeanie were ogling the guys, Marnie tripped over this little fourth grader and dumped whatever frufru iced coffee drink all down Kaley’s legs. Kaley will never admit when she and her friends are in the wrong though. “Are you even listening to me?” I shake my head of my random thoughts and look back at Kaley. “Not really, just leave the little kids alone, they don’t understand or care about your expensive shoes or that your friends can’t walk in theirs and need to be given a wide berth.” I say with as bored a tone as I can. “Besides your clumsy friend is the reason that pup tripped in the first place, but I don’t see you beating her down. Pick on people your own size.” Was my retort which earned me another strike. More blood runs from my mouth. Just great, something I’ll have to hide at home for the next couple hours until it heals. At least I have my wolf to help now, last year trying to hide the bruises and cuts I got from Kaley and her girls was really hard. My father doesn’t pay much attention to me, he doesn't even know I got my wolf at the end of 8th grade, 6 years ahead of my peers, right after my brother and all the guys, but he did notice the first time Kaley left marks on my arms and a small bruise on my cheek. He only noticed my arm when we had to make an appearance with the Alpha and I had a short sleeved dress on. He wasn’t as concerned for my health as he was his reputation as the beta with his daughter getting into fights and causing trouble with pack members or worse, being too weak to defend myself in training. He wouldn’t even listen to what happened. He sent me to my room without dinner and kept me home from school the following day until the bruise faded completely. It’s not that my father hates me. That’s a lie, I don’t want him to hate me. But he blames me for my mother’s death. She died giving birth to me. Losing one's mate leaves a scar that takes a lifetime to heal. My brother used to be close to me, but as he was busy preparing himself to inherit the Beta title from dad, we just got more and more distant. I was basically isolated in my own home. That, along with Kaley and her girls at school making sure everyone knows if they even talk to me, in what could be considered a friendly manner, she will find a way to punish them and me. My last year of middle school and now high school is shaping up to be pretty lonely. I just have to keep my head down, my grades up and train hard to get into warrior training and out of this pack. This wasn’t my first run in with Kaley this year and we have only been in school for two weeks, but this is where things really started to take a turn for me. ... Training was the only time I didn’t have to worry about Kaley, Jeanie and Marnie or any of their other minions messing with me. They weren’t dumb enough to cause the kind of scenes with me that they usually did with the future alphas, my brother and the rest of the future leaders watching. I could be free and be myself, in the back where no one could see me. I have often thought about doing warrior training following school. I even started running the patrol route around the territory in the mornings before training or after school if I need to avoid people or my house. We don’t have a lot of rogue attacks, but they do happen and our border patrol keeps us in close contact with neighboring packs in times of need. I have enjoyed getting to know the patrol warriors and learning what they do as the first line of defense for our pack. I was pulled from my thoughts as the lead trainer brought us all in and explained what we were going to do today and then casually said we have a new member joining us. “She is here with her uncle and aunt while her parents are working for the Alpha King.” That got everyone’s attention, including Kaley, who somehow managed to sit on the sidelines in her short dress and heels, clearly not participating today, like every other day, but she actually showed up today. I still haven’t figured out how she gets out of mandatory training. This tall girl walked in like she owned the place, her confident stature was what caught my eye first. Her youthful, carefree face, long dark brown hair and bright golden honey eyes told me she couldn’t be much older than me, but the way she held herself and how the eyes of every guy at training followed her very developed and toned body made me smile at the thought of how the Barbies were going to take having competition. I must have made a noise out loud, since she turned around and looked right at me. Delta Kyle told her she could join the group and we would get her up to speed on what we were working on. Oh no! She walked right up to me and held her hand out. “Sierra, nice to meet you.” "Oh, hi, nice to meet... you. My..name is Skylar" I was so nervous my tongue got tied up. The girl was just shining. We were then paired up by Delta Kyle for fighting practice. Sierra was a good fighter, I'd have to say. But standing next to her had put me under spotlight as well, and I hated attention. Suddenly Delta Kyle motioned to us two. “I think a demonstration is in order. Sierra, Skylar, why don’t you two show us how the new defensive move is supposed to look.” He said loudly, getting the attention of the whole group, then he smiles at me and winks and I just want to punch him in his pearly white teeth. The whole stadium was looking at us now, including our future leaders. I think Sam was mubbling something to my brother, but I can't hear them. He was darting towards me a weird and novel gaze. Not just him, all five boys, especially the two alphas, their eyes beaming with excitement. What the f**k are they looking at? “I really don’t like you.” I say through the mindlink to Delta Kyle. “I know, but someone other than me has to see what kind of fighter you are and your brother and the guys need a lesson in humility. They have been left alone for far too long. Humor me for five minutes.” "You get two." Maybe these egomaniacs do need a lesson. I huff and move to face Sierra. She is smiling like I just brought her to her favorite candy store and told her she can have anything she wants. Oh, goody, she enjoys the attention. “Ready.” Delta Kyle’s deep authoritative voice booms over the crowd now circling around us. We take our positions. “Sierra, you are on the attack, Skylar use the new defensive move and lets see if you can pin her in less than thirty seconds this time.” I hear mumbles of ‘what?’ ‘30 seconds no way’ and giggles. That sets me and my wolf off. F*ck trying to be invisible. Arrogant boys think they are so great, when they can't even submit each other with basic moves. She grumbles. Shall we? I ask my wolf. Oh, kiddo, I thought you’d never ask.		Reading room		4734	https://www.facebook.com/61559920403625/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2632946	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/15/25, 9:35 AM	1733881898	1749998118		1987																										nhl.com	Learn More			DCO	Sports Science	New York Islanders	https://www.nhl.com/islanders/fans/sports-science?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=nyi_belmontdepositcampaign&utm_content=NorthwellSportsScienceEP4			76152820262	New York Islanders	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469596189_481742671100645_5128601822899489737_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H4Wd9EdKiYEQ7kNvgGX-qLv&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Ayj7wzALckVG6UrLWNk6RnJ&oh=00_AYA9RWlk2tbBTkKcfkKHlMZNY72XSzqz4NVgHPOJGufKcA&oe=675EA4A5	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		#Isles Alumni Thomas Hickey and Josh Bailey break down the perfect deflection by reminiscing on one they had together. Learn more about it and watch Episode 4 of Sports Science pres. by Northwell Health now!		New York Islanders		310798	https://www.facebook.com/NEWYORKISLANDERS/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633528	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/24/25, 12:29 PM	1733881957	1750786175		1987																										https://automobiles.honda.com/cr-v?tw=hybrid	Shop Now			DCO	The Spacious CR-V Hybrid	Explore the CR-V Hybrid	https://ads.revjet.com/click?path=IKP15T2HGL3K169_DfI4ZsfvOg-MrKPz4-IRN-nQaPo&hx=54301097&tag=mp9424&fb_ad_id={{ad.id}}&fb_adset_id={{adset.id}}&fb_campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&fb_account_id=act_380802891409613&fb_ad_name={{ad.name}}&fb_adset_name={{adset.name}}&fb_campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&fb_placement={{placement}}&fb_site_source_name={{site_source_name}}&_crv_name=CR-V%20Hybrid_Finance_In%20Market_Non%20Base_MY25_CRV_HYBRID_APR_NON_BASE_IMAGE_TOURING_D&_crv_type=rpa-honda__fb-offer-image&_crv_cta=SHOP_NOW&lp=https%3A%2F%2Fautomobiles.honda.com%2Fcr-v%3Ftw%3Dhybrid%24%24suffix%24%24			107926874274	Honda	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469814664_1263984498267917_9185630380060367255_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aFgxyghqKFAQ7kNvgFS05Nw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYDq5G9K7aio81EfMgfOymp2nikbaON9-7tngAF5TNF9zw&oe=675EB3C0	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Designed with you in mind. The Honda Sensing® suite within the CR-V Hybrid helps protect you and your passengers.		Honda		5490391	https://www.facebook.com/Honda/	0		SHOP_NOW								View Edit Delete
2632709	1	active	12/10/24, 7:51 PM	6/10/25, 4:29 PM	1733881878	1749590960		1987																											Watch More			DCO	Download Now👉👉👉					2.547715377231E+14	Miiowtv short000	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/458568810_1026702872539704_5128960842889323992_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FCyr-1q7tpcQ7kNvgGkqSjb&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=ANPQM_NUY7ny-BDbiUjXUYP&oh=00_AYAeRxBKfhbsD7nvNLGQddzjdHoyawzzlz7Py8G0mMo_Hg&oe=675ECFEB	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		The Vampire and His Blood wife ONLY on Drama Time.🎬 Don't miss out! Watch the series you've been wanting to see. No regrets, just pure entertainment! #Must SeeTV #No Regrets #Watch Now		Miiowtv short000		207	https://www.facebook.com/61557562951006/	0		WATCH_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633195	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 12:48 AM	1733881923	1749016132		1987																											Send message			VIDEO	Can Life Insurance Protect You From Market Downturns?					1.8225770047192E+15	Financial Caffeine	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469939503_1089727085943080_7283004097955031622_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MFw96e6rUaEQ7kNvgFtVG10&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=Am_p4bxukRUyvPpDz4yZ_dG&oh=00_AYDSHsLfe5f3tJGO5-G79u70ATPo3MRfgYh9vH1bun3kkw&oe=675EBC0A	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Can life insurance protect you from market downturns? Absolutely. Your cash values can’t lose, regardless of market conditions. Plus, you maintain access to your cash values at all times. During economic downturns, opportunities often arise that are only available to those with the resources to act. With a life insurance policy, you can be ready to seize those opportunities when others can't. Do you think being prepared for market downturns is a key to financial success? Let me know in the comments! For more on building financial resilience, visit financialcaffeine.com. To meet with me directly, schedule at financialcaffeine.com/survey. #MarketDownturn #LifeInsuranceProtection #EconomicResilience #CashValueGrowth #OpportunityInCrisis #FinancialCaffeine		Financial Caffeine		100	https://www.facebook.com/kellydeanoconnor/	0		MESSAGE_PAGE								View Edit Delete
2633782	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 1:46 PM	1733881973	1749062763		1987																											Call now			MULTI_IMAGES						1.0051948304636E+14	Irish Pressure Washing and Lawn Care	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469517980_1276126223529416_3658066451213534558_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2EMaEzRroKUQ7kNvgH0P65f&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2CJ1KMU3vVh0-Wr6u7VsO4&oh=00_AYCtOgIVdWnKSwLNebFEVe2ijGtYA7fMnHw17PGLlryg7A&oe=675EC387	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Yesterday we helped clear a driveway of ice. Our pressure washer was able to break it up with ease. Today we’re in Mentor cutting up a fallen tree and removing another. Tomorrow we’re pressure washing a commercial building in Painesville. During the winter months please keep us in mind for the following. - Lawn clean up including clearing fallen branches and trees. - Breaking up ice build up. - Removing snow from roofs. - Gutter cleanings. - Pressure washing any commercial buildings/ driveways. - Fleet cleaning for commercial vehicles. -Anything else pressure washing or lawn care related. We’re open for business and we’re here to help. Affordable prices with quality work. For a quick quote call or text 440-392-4204. Or you can schedule online at www.irishpressurewashingandlawncare.com Please like and share to help us grow!		Irish Pressure Washing and Lawn Care		166	https://www.facebook.com/IrishPressureWashingAndLawnCare/	0		CALL_NOW								View Edit Delete
2633993	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/4/25, 5:23 PM	1733881988	1749075792		1987																										gammtheatre.org	Book now			IMAGE	LIMITED RUN: 2 Weeks Only	Shocking, compassionate, and courageous – Girls & Boys joins the fate-defying intensity of a Greek tragedy with the searing simplicity of an intimate confession. Two strangers meet-cute in line at the airport. They fall in love, get married, enjoy fulfilling careers, and raise two beautiful childr...	http://www.gammtheatre.org/girls			97085457540	The Gamm Theatre	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469585598_3885692205090798_8889903892947445369_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bMydISQ9K94Q7kNvgFEGFfZ&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A2Cprj0rvwIiFIMnWz1K6Wf&oh=00_AYCcCPfkB-BGencDCz6KIB88iEtXVNIgqGaupOB2gI1-wg&oe=675EBC2E	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Dennis Kelly’s "Girls & Boys" is a powerful and unflinching exploration of love and the dark truths that lie beneath. Told with biting humor and raw emotion, this one-woman show grips audiences from start to finish, offering a masterclass in storytelling that's equal parts hilarious and harrowing. Synopsis: When a woman meets the man of her dreams, their whirlwind romance seems destined for greatness. Their life is filled with passion, success, and the joys of parenthood. But as ambitions grow and cracks begin to show, their idyllic world spirals into the unexpected.		The Gamm Theatre		6030	https://www.facebook.com/gammtheatre/	0		BOOK_TRAVEL								View Edit Delete
2633675	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/4/25, 8:48 PM	1733881966	1749088129		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						1.0519201593151E+14	Kelly’s Flower Brook Farm	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469914678_1562792087674636_8377390896089867815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IGB4NtcYGtUQ7kNvgFFSFn7&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AjTlPBRz-iT4nk54ekrkDrT&oh=00_AYBjaBntBkQmxtwhkFw-yuNu_Fn4M_SRBWVEnfMHgB8q3Q&oe=675EBE46	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Good morning! We hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! We thank everyone who visited the stand! The self serve stand located at 65 Bacon Street Westminster is open daily 9 am to 5 pm. We are continuing to add more to the stand! All the greens we use to create at sourced locally from Harrod Tree Farm. We are so thankful for them! The gifts, cards, and candles are sourced from other small businesses. Unique Sea Creations has beautiful sea glass art on display for purchase. We still have a few more poinsettias for $20.00 each. They are kept inside. If interested we can arrange pick up. Please reach out with any special requests. We do deliver locally in town. Have a wonderful week and we appreciate your support! ~ Kelly 💐		Kelly’s Flower Brook Farm		554	https://www.facebook.com/100093300274314/	0										View Edit Delete
2634138	1	active	12/10/24, 7:53 PM	6/5/25, 2:08 AM	1733881997	1749107331		1987																										www.cuttingfencesfoundation.net	Learn more			VIDEO			http://www.cuttingfencesfoundation.net/			1.1067830461987E+14	Cutting Fences Foundation and Podcast	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469591975_558974023442008_8724290799876831595_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=osptxOvLQBkQ7kNvgGdnAV_&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=AGE0rV6mMqdEVJuP4G6iAVj&oh=00_AYDYFzzeKxiw8LcpIRE_Firg5Tnnjdq5bwVyVcgUjQPjXg&oe=675EB7B8	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Happy Funder Friday and Merry Christmas Season!! We are doing a virtual “Pines” for Producers this year! We will be displaying our Cutting Fences tree here on our Facebook page and adding personal bulbs to it with any donations made in the month of December with a recognition post for each! Your support is such a gift to us and we want to take some time to really recognize and celebrate you! Our first donation bulb is from Kelley Barkhuff and Randy Barkhuff in honor of Dick Gardner. Kelley has made a donation in honor of someone special two years in a row and it is such an honor to us! Dick, we will do good for others in honor of the good you brought to others!! Thank you all for helping us, help others!! To add your bulb you can donate at the link below! https://www.cuttingfencesfoundation.net/donate		Cutting Fences Foundation and Podcast		1149	https://www.facebook.com/unitingfields/	0		LEARN_MORE								View Edit Delete
2633521	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 2:22 AM	1733881956	1749108142		1987																											No button			IMAGE						2.8890302786836E+14	Headland Area Chamber of Commerce	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469578774_1626984968198783_899709149896059043_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9-H1lYWpUFIQ7kNvgFYWPpw&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYAIQLNpH29xfon_M2uyVmjz6dLejyawhSTwpydTe032sg&oe=675ECC7C	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		Under the Oaks Christmas Edition!! Mark your calendars for Thursday, December 19th, 6:30PM-9:30PM🎄 Under the Oaks 2024 is sponsored by: •HNB FIRST Bank •Riverbend Ford - Bainbridge, GA & Riverbend CDJR •Southeastern Cooling, Inc •Dothan Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat, Dothan Kia, Dothan Volkswagen, Enterprise Chevrolet, Enterprise Kia •Tri-State Commercial Tire •Headland Insurance Agency •Five Star Credit Union •Ravenwood Sporting Clays, LLC. •Alfa Insurance - Keith Nall •Alfa Insurance - Gabby Dwayne Johnson •YellaWood •Kelly Woodham, Realtor-Forrest & Fields Inc. •Panhandle 2.0 •Golden Peanut •River Bank & Trust •Headland Ace Hardware •The Headland Bottletree •Todd Farms •PCI Technologies •First South Farm Credit •Wiregrass Insurance, LLC •Bootlegger Liquors-Headland •The Locals Seafood & Grill		Headland Area Chamber of Commerce		4780	https://www.facebook.com/headlandchamber/	0		NO_BUTTON								View Edit Delete
2633519	1	active	12/10/24, 7:52 PM	6/5/25, 9:33 AM	1733881955	1749134015		1987																														MULTI_IMAGES						7.4332347578435E+14	Royal Auction Group	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469667606_2047751705650175_1833915257678549693_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AwxEH9a3pfYQ7kNvgH_26pf&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&_nc_gid=Ass4z3n_ncMHWRaQScpJ8l5&oh=00_AYBcaBjqPrQ105SiGA5Y_sO7WPimAI5zdAaerLTV9_ddog&oe=675EC35D	PERSON_PROFILE	0					0		🚧 Fort Myers Public Auction: Equipment Selling Friday! 🚜 -> bid.royalauctiongroup.com/DecemberFTM It’s auction week in Fort Myers! This Friday, December 13th, and Saturday, December 14th, we’re featuring a lineup of excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, loaders, and more heavy construction equipment. Don’t miss your chance to bid and expand your fleet before the end of the year! 📍 Location: 7061 Alico Rd, Fort Myers, FL 📅 Dates: December 13th & 14th 📞 Contact: (855) BID 2 BUY Register now and bid onsite or online! Auction License AB2084 - AU2604 #HeavyEquipment #FortMyersAuction #Excavators #Bulldozers #SkidSteers #ConstructionAuction #RoyalAuctionGroup #Bid2Buy		Royal Auction Group		14307	https://www.facebook.com/royalauctiongroup/	0										View Edit Delete