Chapter 4 “Baby, I’m back!” Jayden’s voice at the door snapped me out of my whirlwind of thoughts and back into reality. I stared blankly at the oatmeal and pancakes he was holding. “You…” Jayden cut me off, “Honey, weren’t you feeling sick? I got you something warm and light.” “I was in su Added … Read more
Chapter 3 I suppressed the flutter in my heart and responded softly, “Mm.” Jayden reached out to ruffle my hair affectionately. “Alright, sleep tight.” I closed my eyes, letting my breathing grow slow and steady. In the rhythm of my even breaths, Jayden carefully loosened his grip. Soon, the faint clicking of a phone keyboard … Read more
11/11 Chapter 2 + 5 Points Chapter 2 Jayden emerged from the bathroom, towel in hand, his damp hair slightly tousled. The moment he glanced up and saw me standing by the bed in a thin, strappy nightgown, a flicker of irritation crossed his face. Frowning, he muttered, “Go lie down already. It’s cold these … Read more
Chapter 1 Three months before the wedding, I had already prepared the invitations. When my friends received them, they were surprised, but not entirely shocked. They congratulated me and Jayden on finally reaching the finish line of our seven–year relationship. I lay on my bed, scrolling through the messages of well–wishes, feeling a rare spark … Read more