These two families bound by years of friendship and shared wealth , find their world turned upside down. The Smith family is known for their business empire, and the Jones family with their luxurious lifestyle.
They arrange the engagements of their heirs, the eldest daughter and the eldest son.
17years ago(Flashback)
Tragically accident happened and the eldest son died in a car crash. This left the second son Andrew with a chance to become the family heir.But the eldest son had a young child who survives in the car crash, this thwarted Andrew plans to become an heir.
And the second son has two children,the one is a boy and the one is a girl. The two boys vying to be the heir,the eldest son child becomes the eldest grandson named Davis Smith and. The second son child becomes a second grandson named William Smith and the girl becomes the eldest granddaughter named Luna Smith.
17years later
"One fateful day, the rivalry between the two Smith grandsons reached its peak, fueled by greed and ambition. William , the second grandson, hatched a sinister plot to eliminate Davis His attempt failed, leaving Davis in a vegetative state."The Smith family was devastated. The old man, and the old lady, , were determined to hold a wedding for their eldest grandson, Davis ,in hopes that it would help him recover."
The Jones family known for their elegance and social standing, had two daughters. The eldest daughter, Isabelle, born by the first wife who lives a life of quiet frustration. And never allowed to participate in society's grand event, her younger sister, Lara, the apple of her parents eye. Spoiled and indulged , she was introduced to the somes of the city elite and had a fiancé.
Her fiancé Asher Anderson was the eldest son of the Anderson family, one of the wealthiest families in the city. Anderson was far wealthier than the Jones family making Mr. Jones was incredibly attentive to his second daughter who had a wealthy suitor.
Faced with this ultimatum, the Smith family decided to propose marriage to Lara, the second daughter of the Jones family. They knew it was a risky move—Lara had no desire to marry a man in a vegetative state—but it was the only way to save the Jones family and ensure the continuation of their own business empire." . So they decided that the eldest lady would be the one who will marry the vegetative man .
But the eldest daughter had a condition before she would marry the vegetative man."Her condition was 20% of the company shares. Mr. Jones was uncertain about her request, but they had no choice, so he gave her 20% of the shares.""Isabelle, though initially reluctant, saw this as an opportunity to finally gain some power and independence. She agreed to the marriage, but only after securing a hefty share of the company."
Then Isabelle was brought to the mansion of the Smith family.
When she arrived at the house the old lady and the old man welcomed her as the new eldest granddaughter in law of the family. Then Isabelle was then brought to the wedding room to rest and she looked at her vegetative husband. The wedding night arrived a, and unsettling affair later the old man and the old lady came to visit.
Grandma, Grandpa why are you here? You should rest early "
We are here to visit you " the he old lady said
That right"are you comfortable here? "the old man said to Bea"
Then old man and the old lady returned to their room to rest. When they came out , Isabelle take a bath when she finished, she saw Davis body and her face turned to red with shyness.
Oh my god! my marriage seems worth it"
Isabelle thought, Looking at the body of her vegetative husband." But don't Worry, I'll always clean your body hehehe" Isabelle said to her vegetative husband. After cleaning her vegetative husband body, Isabelle went to sleep.
In the nest morning Isabelle came downstairs for breakfast with the old lady and the old man .
Isabelle let's go for breakfast
Thank you, grandma
No need to be polite ",the old man said"you are married to our family so we should treat you nicely "
Thank you, grandpa. By the way grandpa can I participate In the the Lucas family event tonight ?
Yes you can participate. I'll will give you the invitation letter for the event
later ".
Okay grandpa !
Then, Isabelle ,let's go to buy new clothes that you can get ready for the event tonight ".
"Okay grandma then let's go, goodbye grandpa "
"Okay, go ahead"
"Goodbye grandpa, we're e going now "
"Be safe on the road"Then Isabelle and the old lady come out from the house and ride to the car .
When they arrive at the store , the old lady look ate the clothes to wear for Isabelle
Isabelle this dress are good at you " the old lady said
Then I try " Isabelle replied
Then try it"
Grandma look "
Oh you are so beautiful Isabelle"'
"Then I will buy this "
"And these two clothes'
Okay grandma, how much these three clothes " Isabelle asked the cashier
"₱10,000 ma'am ,"the cashier reply
*Okay thank you "
"Come again " the guard said
Oh it's you Kyle" kate said to the guard
Oh it's you Isabelle I didn't know that was you, you are so beautiful now "
You flattering me Kyle"
I should go now my grandmother- in- law is waiting for me"
"Are you married ?"
"Yes I'm married and you"
" I'm married and I have two children "
"Then can I visit your house to see the child, you know that I like children
"Yes you can visit to my house, you are welcome"
"Maybe when I'm not busy with my work "
Hmmmm.....
"Good bye I need to go now the old lady are waiting for me "
Good bye!
Then the old lady and Isabelle came back to theit house. When they arrive the invitation card was send by Lara her younger sister. Isabelle exhausted from her shopping spree, Isabelle rested a while . When the night fell , she emerged transform into a stunning gown . As Isabelle enter the grand Hall heads turned and all men were captured by her beauty. A flicker of jealous crossed by her younger sister face.
Lara fueled by envy , plotted to ruins Isabelle reputation, unaware that her sister was already aware of her intentions.Isabelle determine to protect herself , decided to turn the tables on her sister.
"Sister this is for you" ,Lara said with her voice dripping with feigned sweet
"Thank you, oh you're so kind " Isabelle replied with her voice laced with a hint of amusement
Sorry ma'am ",the waiter said with a sly smile
It's okay ," Isabelle said with her eyes fixed on Jane
Sister I just wanted to changed your clothes, they're so dirty
Ok we're going to dressing room
Just follow me, ma'am
What are you doing" Isabelle asked, as the waiter closed the door. She noticed Lara sly grin and knew what are as about to happen. With a swift move , Isabelle slipped something into the waiter drinks, a concoction that would leave him dazed and disoriented. Lara walked in a moment later , obvious to Isabelle actions. As Lara enter the room Isabelle subtly guided the waiter toward her. The room was dimly lit , and Lara, eager to expose Isabelle Innocence didn't know anything is amiss.
The waiter confused and vulnerable, become easily manipulated by Lara advance. Isabelle hide in the shadow, watched them with a cold smile while the waiter and her younger sister intimate. A moment later Isabelle slipped out of the room , leaving a trail of evidence, recording that would expose Lara actions to the entire mansion. She know that her sister desperate for power and attention could be willing to do anything to achieve her goals, even if it meant humiliating her own sister. But in the end she's the one made a mistake and humiliated her own self.
Moment later a man stumbled in his eyes glazed over , clearly drugged. He lunged towards Isabelle, but Isabelle reacted with lighting speed , delivering a powerful punch that sent him crashing to the floor. The man stumped unconscious to the floor . Isabelle remembering her medical training, carefully dragged him to the room to administer aid . As she tended to the man's injuries, she noticed something odd-the mask he was wearing the one he'd been using to disguise his identity .
She gasped, her heart pounding, as she realized the truth the man she'd been tending to was none other than her supported vegetative husband, Davis, and he been faking his condition all along . The man stirred his eyes fluttering open . Isabelle, still reeling from the revelation, watched him with a mixture of anger and confusion.
"Who are you?" He demanded his voice rough and suspicious
"Don't pretend, you don't know me ! I'm your wife you're my vegetative husband that have been pretending all along . You're a good actor
" Where's my mask!"
"You're still worried about your mask? You don't want to explain why you're been faking this?"
"If anyone finds out I've been faking this , you'll regret it. You couldn't survive a night."
"I saved your life , you're so heartless "
"Shut up , where's my mask!"
"Oh"
Get out and he shapped"
"This is my room, you're the one who needs to leave and be careful next time"
" What are you talking about?"
" You we're drugged and I helped you "
" What do you mean?", I took advantage of you?
"Yes and I give you acupuncture to help you recover "
"Oh, this.." Davis give gave a money to Isabelle
"What is this? "
" Money, what do you think?"
Do you think money can exchange everything! Get out"
"What happened today is our secret ." Do you understand"
I know, you can go now . Don't delay my rest here " Isabelle insisted
Davis face twisted with anger , stormed out of the room and down the hallway. Isabelle stopped him and asked , " can you buy me a pills? But Davis glared at her, her face hardening" you want to eat me alive, Mr. Davis? Asked Isabelle , her voice laced with sarcasm.
Who want to be pregnant with my child " Isabelle muttered under her breath . Davis heard her, his jaw clenching and he slammed the door shut as he walked away.
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