CAN YOU LOVE ME ?
1 .
The sun rose leading its rays to someone's window
The rays started to touch the woman's beautiful face which made her to finch
She started rubbing her eyes softly and changed the position to look at her alarm clock
??
* shouts * WHAT THE HELLLLLLLLLL ~~~~~
She got up from her bed and tidied her room , went to the bathroom and got neat and clean
She rushed to the kitchen on the ground floor
As soon as she rushed to the kitchen , she soon saw someone
Butler Josheph
* waving at her * Good morning , Miss ! 😊
Iris Nelson
* hurrying * There's nothing good about this morning , Mr Josheph 😥
Iris Nelson
I slept so long today and my breakfast isn't ready . 😥
Butler Josheph
Don't worry , Miss . I have prepared all the necessary items for everyone . I have boiled the milk for the children and orange and watermelon juice are ready for the adults .
Butler Josheph
I am preparing scrambled eggs with some french toast for breakfast 😊
Iris Nelson
* comforting her chest * My god you are a big saviour , Mr Josheph 😮💨
Iris Nelson
I think I need to buy 2 to 3 alarms for myself 🥲
Butler Josheph
Miss , don't you have to give Mr Carlos his medicines ?
Iris Nelson
* realised something * Ohhh right !
Iris Nelson
My bad ! 😰 Why am I behaving so unprofessional today ?
Soon Iris rushed to the second floor
Butler Josheph
Poor Miss , let her take a break .
Iris Nelson , entered the Carlos family 2 years ago . Her marriage with Marcus Carlos was a total dream but reality hit her hard when she knew what kind of marriage she is in .
Her marriage with Marcus was an arranged marriage by both of the grandfather . Marcus didn't deny and quietly married her in a grand ceremony 2 years ago but there was nothing like husband wife between them .
Iris Nelson , is the daughter of the most reputed jewellery designer , let's say was . Her father committed suicide when the business went bankrupt.
She and her mother are the only support to each other
Iris knocked on her in law's room when James Carlos opened the door
Iris Nelson
* nervous laugh * Good.. good morning , father ! 😅
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
* Brightly smiling * Good morning , Dear . ☺️
Iris Nelson
I .. I am sorry . I woke up late today . 😥
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
It's okay , dear . I have already taken my medications . How many times should I tell you don't worry about me . I can take care of myself 😄
Iris Nelson
Sorry , dad but it's my responsibility 😔
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Don't be upset . It's not like you have committed a crime
Someone growled from behind
Iris suddenly became tense. She knew who it is !
It's none other than her mother in law , Fiona Carlos
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Iris , what's making you to wake up late ?
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
It's not like you are making babies at night 😒
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
SHUT UP FIONA !
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
What ? Why ? Why are you telling me to shut up ? 😡
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Fiona , don't get impulsive !
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
* angry * I am getting impulsive ? It has been 2 years since my son married her . And what is this going on ? No good news ?
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Oh yes ! How can it be when she forgets her responsibility and wakes up late . Forget about good news 😒
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Fiona , don't blame her . Your son is at fault . He is the one who neglects his wife . He is the one who brought the idea of living in a separate bedroom. He is one who is not giving his 100 % in this marriage 😡
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
What ! You are blaming my son . Wow , what a father you are !
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
My son first of all got married to this girl without his consent. Secondly , he is running a huge company day and night . And you want him to be responsible for everything? 😡
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
First of all , my father already asked Marcus for his consent and he willing got married to Iris so shut up your mouth 😡
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Both individuals have to put in efforts to run a marriage 😡
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
And look at your son , he is totally taking this marriage for granted
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Can't believe you are blaming my son ? OUR SON ? 😡
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
* rubbing his temples * Your son is my son . I am just correcting the wrong person .
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
I need to get ready now . Move aside * He went inside to get ready for work *
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
* glaring at Iris * Happy ? Happy to make us fight in the morning ? 😡 * bangs the door *
Iris stood there for few seconds realising it's so hard for her to make people happy of this family .
Suddenly , something clicked in her mind
Iris Nelson
* loudly * MR CARLOS !
Iris ran to her husband's bedroom.
Iris and Marcus are married and it's being 2 years of their marriage
Iris was a young sweet little girl who was ready for this arranged marriage and Marcus too got married without any tantrums as if he was willing for this marriage or any marriage .
But his working style was a bit different. He hates when someone distrub him even for a second .
And so he and Iris are living separately under the same roof due to his work profession
Iris ran as fast as she can but ---
Iris Nelson
* rubbing her forehead * Ouch !!!
Iris Nelson
I am so sorry .. So sorry 😥😟😟
Iris Nelson
Aunt , are you fine ? I am so sorry. I was careless .
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* smiling * It's okay Iry , I am good . 😃
Iris Nelson
Sorry , I was --
Iris Nelson
* shocked * What is this ? 😳
Suddenly Iris saw some cut marks on Asteria's hand
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* covering it * I am careless too and fell in the bathroom .
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* rubbing her forehead * It's not a big deal . You already know how careless I am . 😊
Asteria Carlos , married to Samuel Carlos. She is the lady of the house and still she is the one compromising everything till now .
Everyone in the family knows how badly Asteria is treated . Even her son hates everyone in this family for treating his mother so cruely
Only Asteria and Iris are support for each other in this horrific family
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
Iry , aren't you getting late for someone ? 😊
Iris Nelson
Aunt , I am going .
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
See you downstairs, Iry . 😊
Suddenly her smile faded as she looked at her injuries .
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
I miss you Atlas . Come back soon . 😢
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2.
As soon as Iris entered her husband's bedroom . She noticed a pin drop silence . No one was inside the room .
Iris Nelson
* suddenly noticed *
Iris heard the sound of showering . She immediately got the idea her husband is bathing
Iris hurriedly arranged all the things for the husband as she does everyday
The door of the bathroom opened leaving Iris in a tensed environment
She saw her husband walking towards her and staring in her eyes
Marcus Carlos
* bold voice * 20 mins !
It's been 2 years but still Iris gets startled every time she hears her husband's bold voice
Marcus Carlos
20 mins late , Mrs Carlos !
Iris Nelson
That ... I actually ... 😥
Iris Nelson
* Stammering * I .. The ...a...alaram didn't r...ring properly
Marcus Carlos
What alaram ? * side eyes her face * Didn't i give you a brand new iphone on Thanksgiving ?
Iris Nelson
* gulp * Yes but -
Marcus Carlos
* side eyed her *
Iris Nelson
* faced the floor * I am sorry .
Marcus Carlos
Sorry ? Will your sorry bring me my 20 minutes? * emotionless *
Marcus started buttoning his shirts .
Iris Nelson
* went to him * Let me -
Marcus Carlos
* shrug her hand * It's fine .
Marcus Carlos
I am running late . Please don't disturb me henceforth
Iris Nelson
Ha .. Ok ... I .. please come fast downstairs, i will arrange your breakfast as soon as possible. 😥
Marcus Carlos
* hoarse voice * No need !
Marcus Carlos
I won't have breakfast here . I have an urgent meeting . If I remember clearly , I informed you yesterday about it .
Iris Nelson
I ... Yes... I remembered
Marcus was heading out when Iris pulled his shirt a bit
Marcus Carlos
* noticed the little grab on his shirt *
Iris Nelson
* pulled her hand away * Sorry !
Iris Nelson
Actually ... I .. that ..
Marcus Carlos
Want to waste another 20 minutes ? * said angrily *
Iris Nelson
That mother was clearly angry at me for not trying to have a baby . If we ..
Marcus Carlos
* stood in front of her *
Marcus Carlos
It's been 2 years and still you can't be fully responsible for your chores and you want a baby ?
Marcus Carlos
First learn to take charge of your responsibility and then think about the babies . Moreover , I am not that idle right now to make babies and give burden on my workload .
Marcus got away taking his blazer in his right hand . Iris was quietly staring at the room and wondering ......
Iris Nelson
Why is it so difficult to be a wife to her husband ? Is it always us who have to compromise and give in 100% ? Why god why ?
Iris ran to her favorite person
As soon as she entered the room she smiled brightly
Iris Nelson
* folding her hands * Hmm .... Where are my two pandas ?
Iris Nelson
* looking here and there *
Iris Nelson
Oh my gooood ! I thought I will surprise my pandas by giving them a surprise early this morning but never mind ... I will eat it by myself . My pandas won't know about it 🤭🤭
Iris knowingly turned around and acted as if she is leaving the room
When two little buddies came and hugged her legs
Briar Carlos ( Daughter of Thalia )
Iry , what is the surprise ?
Cassian Carlos ( son of Flint and Isa )
Yes , Iry . What is the surprise ?
Both of their eyes were shining so bright
Iris Nelson
* stunned * Oh my god ! You both are already ready ? 😯
Briar Carlos ( Daughter of Thalia )
Yes !
Cassian Carlos ( son of Flint and Isa )
Grandma Asteria got us ready today . 😄
Iris Nelson
Oh , so you troubled her ha ? 🤨
Briar Carlos ( Daughter of Thalia )
No , we were good .
Cassian Carlos ( son of Flint and Isa )
Grandma told us that you are very busy and therefore she got us ready . 😄
Briar Carlos ( Daughter of Thalia )
Iry , you are so hardworking. I want to be like you 😚
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Look at how manipulative one can be ! * smirk *
Iris sighed again . She was so irritated by everything going on today . Let her breath already
It was none other than Thalia ( mother of Briar ) and daughter of Asteria and a divorcee
She ran with her lover but due to his poor financial status , she left her and now living her life with her own family .
Second one is Isa Carlos ( mother of Cassian ) and wife of Flint who is the elder son of Fiona and James which makes her superior to Iris as she is the wife of the elder brother
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
Want to manipulate our kids ?
Thalia Carlos ( daughter of Asteria )
Of course , she will . She can't take control of my brother so she wants to claim her rights by manipulating the young ones .😏
Iris Nelson
Why will I do that ?
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
Obviously , you don't have a child . 😏
Thalia Carlos ( daughter of Asteria )
Yes , it's been 2 years and still you are childless . Oh my , are you so dirty that my brother doesn't even touch you 😂
Iris Nelson
Sister Thalia , please ... Please don't talk anything in front of the kids . 😰
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
What ? Reality hits right ?
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
Is it that you are just a naming show piece Marcus has brought for him 😏😂
Thalia Carlos ( daughter of Asteria )
Yes , after all , look at brother Marcus just a handsome man who is getting ruined by having a wife like you 😏
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
Come on kids , let's go . Don't get late for your school . And don't waste your time on others too * looking at Iris *
The kids waved bye at Iris and went downstairs
Iris too waved at the kids and looked at them vanishing
Tears rolled down her eyes . Her heart felt heavy and her breathing was fast as if she wanted to cry loudly .
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
* smiling * The kids were ready on time today . 😄
Thalia Carlos ( daughter of Asteria )
Mother got them ready because Iris was busy making everyone late 😒
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
It's Sister Iris for you , Thalia . She is your elder brother's wife 😡
Thalia Carlos ( daughter of Asteria )
* tsk *
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
* looking for Marcus *
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Where is Marcus ?
Iris Nelson
Umm .. that .. He went to the office .
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Without eating ?🤨
Iris Nelson
Yea ... I told him to wait but he said it's an urgent meeting .
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Great !
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
* rolling her eyes * Because of you my son has nothing and went to the company and now he will continuously work till the lunch break . 😡
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
What kind of a wife are you ? 😡
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
* Hyper * Can't you take care of a simple thing ? Because you were late today why does he have to suffer ? 😡
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
* Bold voice * Fiona , it's not like he will die .
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
James , how can you be so normal ?
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Please , don't start again 😮💨
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
* mock * Iris , you need to keep your husband , your first priority.
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
Isa , she not only does her husband's chores but also manages the whole family . What do you expect more from her .
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Sister Asteria , still my son went to the office without eating . As a mother I have to worry . 🤨
Iris Nelson
* interrupt * I am sorry . This won't happen again 😣
Iris thought it's better for her to apologise than to drag this topic more
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
You better be sorry 😡
After hearing this hard voice , everyone stood up from their seats and looked at the person approaching them
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* sweating *
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3.
The Carlos family stood up in respect to the head of the family , SAMUEL CARLOS
Samuel Carlos
* sat down in his seat * Sit down everyone .
Everybody sat in their respective places
Samuel Carlos
Fiona , who was sorry ?
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
See brother Samuel , Marcus went without having breakfast. That poor child works so hard. I was just scolding Iris for her irresponsibility 😟
Samuel Carlos
* looking at Iris * Is it true Iris ?
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* interrupt * That -
Samuel Carlos
* glares * You are Iris ?
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* Shut up *
Iris Nelson
* frightened * Sorry Uncle , I .. I was careless .
Samuel Carlos
Remember , Marcus is working so hard for the company . Look well after him . Even my own son doesn't help out the family as he should do .* looking at Asteria *
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
It's okay brother . Atlas is pursuing what he likes
Samuel Carlos
Just like you , right ?
James always wanted to be a singer and therefore he neglected his duties as a son of Carlos but pursued his passion as his career
And so Atlas Carlos , son of Samuel and Asteria did the same which made the Carlos family disappointed again
Samuel Carlos
I don't have any hopes from Atlas but Marcus .... Marcus will be the next CEO of the company . Iris , you better keep him in a good state always
Iris Nelson
Yes ... yes .. Uncle 😣
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
* chewing on her food *
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
( mind voice ) Marcus Marcus Marcus . As if my husband is dead . Flint is older than Marcus but still he is ignored 😡💢
Soon Flint came downstairs
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Flint , join us for breakfast .
Flint Carlos ( Elder brother of Marcus )
* ignored them and went out of the house *
Everyone were shocked to see his reaction
Isa Carlos ( Wife of Flint )
* nervously laughing * I .. I will see the matter 😅😅
Fiona Carlos ( Marcus's mother)
Brother , actually , he is a little upset that everyone is ignoring his hardwork and paying attention to Marcus 😅😅
Samuel Carlos
The best one gets appreciated* rolled his eyes *
Samuel Carlos
What the hell is going on in the family ? * shouting *
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
Please , calm down . Your cinnamon coffee is ready . 😰
Samuel Carlos
* took a sip *
Samuel Carlos
* threw it out *
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
😰😰
Samuel Carlos
* glares at Asteria * Cinnamon coffee ? It's cinnamon coffee ?
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
I -
Samuel Carlos
* shouted loudly * ITS CINNAMON COFFEE ? 😡💢
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
😰😰
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
Yes .. it's .. it's ..
Samuel Carlos
* held her jaw and forcefully made her drink the coffee *
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
brother 😰😰
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
* helping Asteria *
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Brother , stop it ! Stop it please .... 😰
Thalia Carlos ( daughter of Asteria )
Dad 😰😰
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* forcefully gulping the coffee *
Iris Nelson
Uncle , please ... it's hot ... It will burn her face * Worried *
Samuel Carlos
* threw the coffee mug *
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
* sat down on the ground holding her jaw *
Asteria Carlos ( Atlas's mother )
Coughing coughing
Iris Nelson
* helping her * Aunt 😰
Samuel Carlos
* shouting * Next time , blend the proper amount of cinnamon in the coffee .
Samuel Carlos
* bang on the table * What a shitty day ! 💢
Samuel angrily went out to the company and everyone were near Asteria helping her excluding Fiona and Thalia
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Iris , take Sister Asteria to her room . I am calling the doctor.
Doctor Sparks
No need to worry , it will heal in 5 - 7 days .
Doctor Sparks
Please don't let her wet the injured area . It will be good if she wears a mask
Doctor Sparks
I have prescribed some medicines . Give them properly on time
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
There are no complications, right doctor ?
Doctor Sparks
As a family doctor , I can advice only one thing . Mr Samuel Carlos should control his anger . The amount of bruises and wounds on Mrs Carlos's body are serious .
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Yes , doctor
Asteria is living in an abusive marriage where she is not only treated as a maid but also a toy
James Carlos ( Marcus's father )
Iris , take care of Sister Asteria . Call me if you need anything, okay .
James left with the doctor
Iris saw Asteria was sleeping therefore she quietly closed the door and came downstairs to the kitchen .
She called her husband to tell him what she witnessed in the house today .
Marcus Carlos
* pick up * Hm ?
Iris Nelson
📞 Mr Carlos , you .. You know .. what ...
Marcus Carlos
📞 Mrs Carlos , will you speak fast ? I am busy with my work .
Iris Nelson
📞 I - * stopped *
Iris stopped in the middle and changed the topic
Iris Nelson
📞 I .. I just wanted to say sorry for being careless in the morning . 😥
Marcus Carlos
* cut the call *
Marcus went back to his work
Meanwhile Iris leaned towards the refrigerator and wondered
Iris Nelson
( mind voice ) What if one day because of my carelessness , Mr Carlos will treat me the same way as Uncle treated Aunt . 😰😰
Iris clenched to her heart because her heart was feeling too heavy
As if she wanted to remove that organ from her body
Her fear was valid . Her husband is not any different . He is quite doesn't mean he won't do anything bad to her
Soon as message popped on her screen
She wiped her tears and looked at the message properly
A little tint of smile appeared on her face
✉️ I am coming home . Don't tell mom . Want to give her a beautiful surprise. ❤️😊
Iris Nelson
* mumbled * Brother Atlas 🙂
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