"So, all the chasing and stubbornness was just because you thought that I am rich but just pretending? But what made you arrive at that conclusion?" Ivan asked, his voice filled with doubt.Evelyn did not want to tell him that she found out from her parents. Actually, her parents were just lucky to see the man that Ivan looked like.His father was just working as a janitor in a big company then, coincidentally the man came into the company the day he started working there. And because of how enthusiastic those big people were in front of the man, Evelyn's dad concluded that he must be a very important figure.Evelyn would never forget the look on her father's face then, so she became determined to get together with Ivan, who she heard had slight similarities to the mysterious man."With your good looks and genius mind, of course. Moreover, you never invited us to your house, no matter how much we begged. So, it made me confirm that you definitely did not want us to see how wealthy you
"I can't provide for myself, and I even have to depend on Lucy to eat. My life is a complete mess, and it cannot change unless I get a job. But no company is willing to accept me. So, do you want to be with a man who has a completely messed up life and a bleak future? Do you? Can you do it?""I'm a useless and good-for-nothing man, just like you've heard today. Even an ordinary maid can ridicule me. For you to know how useless I am, I do not deserve you, and it's not the other way around."Evelyn's eyes dilated in complete shock, her mouth hanging open in disbelief. But when she saw the solemn look on Ivan's face, she knew that she had not heard wrong at all.The unexpected news sent an electrifying jolt through her body, leaving her speechless.Her hand unconsciously grasped her chest as her body tensed up, as though attempting to shield itself from the effect of the news.You could essentially see the wheels turning in her mind as she attempted to deal with what she had just heard.
Ivan walked away without looking back, seeking some fresh air to ease the blow he had received tonight. However, as he moved forward, he still felt suffocated and choked.The jeers and derision echoed in his head like a broken record, reminding him of how he had become the laughing stock among his classmates.Nobody cared about his feelings because he lacked the financial means to make his presence known. People only paid attention when money was involved, and Ivan, lacking that, could only endure the insults.With his head slightly bowed, shoulders drooping forward, and hands deep in his pockets, Ivan's eyes remained downcast, avoiding any immediate contact with others. The weight of self-deprecation and shame was evident in the wrinkles on his forehead and the slight trembling of his lips.His body language spoke volumes, revealing a lack of confidence as if he was trying to make himself smaller, almost invisible. Every step he took seemed burdened by a heavy weight, perhaps represe
Ivan stared at his phone screen in irritation, reading the message that appeared. "You can sleep outside today. I've implemented a curfew and you arrived too late. Also, stop knocking like a hooligan. You're disturbing my rest. I have a guest, so just get away from my house for a while." He read the message aloud, his voice lowering as he did.He immediately dialed Lucy's number, but she only answered on the fourth ring, her voice sounding shrill. "Why are you calling me? Didn't you read my message? I said, don't disturb me, I'm busy," she said, her voice coming out in pants. Ivan frowned."Lucy, please open the door. There's nowhere for me to sleep here. It's cold, and I'm not dressed warmly," Ivan pleaded with desperation, abandoning his pride."So? How is that my concern? You might as well freeze to death and stop disturbing my peace of mind. I own the house, and I make all the decisions. I don't want you here, so respect yourself and leave," she said again."Evelyn, please, listen
"Get your stinky ass away from my baby," the fat man said and raised his leg to kick Ivan. Fortunately, Ivan seemed to have seen it coming as he quickly shifted before standing straight.With a straight back and steady breathing, you wouldn't have known that he had just gone through immense pain, except for his pale face and slightly feeble posture.The obese man pursed his lips slightly when he saw Ivan's physique. He stared at his own jiggling fat and became very dissatisfied, making him detest Ivan even more.He couldn't help but wonder why an ordinary servant in Lucy's house could be so good-looking and even have a good physique. He was very jealous."I just wanted to rest my back on it. I did not do any damage to it. I did not even rest on it with all my weight," Ivan said truthfully. Apart from the fact that he lay on the ground to sleep because he was uncomfortable, he also did it because he did not want to cause any damage, not even a small scratch on the car because he could
Ivan sat on the cold floor for a while before standing up. He walked towards the bathroom to ease himself and shower.When he entered the bathroom, he removed his dirty outfit and turned on the shower using the switch.Ivan ventured into the shower, feeling the heaviness of the day on his shoulders. As the warm water began to stream, he could feel the strain gradually melting away.The droplets tenderly massaged his skin, causing a relieving sensation. He shut his eyes, allowing the water to wash away the pressure and stresses that had been sticking to him.As time passed, he felt lighter, as though the water wasn't just purging his body but also his mind. The steam filled the air, creating a soothing environment as he took full breaths, breathing in the freshness.The sound of the water hitting the tiles created a rhythmic tune, almost like a children's lullaby, lulling him into a state of tranquility and serenity.At that moment, underneath the shower's embrace, he found comfort and
"We? You think too highly of yourself. The boss is coming here to meet the madam's parents," Jasmine said without looking at Ivan, causing him to stop in his tracks.'Boss is coming?''Which boss is she talking about?''And why does he want to meet Lucy's parents?''Could it be that Lucy's parents are here just to see the so-called boss? Could it be Charles?''Even so, why does he want to see Lucy's parents specifically?'"Which boss are you talking about?" Ivan asked curiously, eager to know the person Jasmine was referring to.Jasmine gave him a sidelong glance before continuing her work."You don't have the right to know. You will see the boss when he arrives," Jasmine said expressionlessly, making Ivan uncomfortable. Nevertheless, he joined her.Together, they finished everything quickly, with Ivan's help speeding up the process.Then, they began serving the food. Ivan had abandoned his pride, realizing he had no choice. He simply did as he was told, making sure not to overstep an
"You are finally here. We've been waiting for you for a while now," she said with a pout. The man hummed in response and made his way inside while addressing Lucy's complaint."I had something to deal with," he said simply, not bothering to apologize. Lucy didn't mind and just nodded, knowing how busy the man usually was.Mr. and Mrs. Anderson stood up, their gazes fixed on the gold wristwatch on the man's wrist. They were almost blinded by its light, and their eyes flashed with greed.The man noticed their gazes, and although he felt disdain towards them, he still spoke up."You like this? I will get one for both of you before tomorrow morning. It is very cheap to me but costs more than you can ever imagine. No son can get this for you apart from me," he said with pride and confidence. His statement made Mr. and Mrs. Anderson extremely happy, and they became very eager towards him.If Ivan were the one speaking like him, the couple would have scoffed. The difference in treatment was