Mr Ceo's Pregnant Ex-Wife

The arms holding my neck tightened. I struggled hard, punched his face multiple times but he didn't even budge. No matter how hard I fought, I'm still no match to his strength.

He pressed a handkerchief into my nose. I know what it could do to me so I fought even harder—with all the strength I have. This is a matter of life and death situation. I won't allow him to do what he wants.

My long fingernails clawed his cheeks. He cried in pain and cursed in rage. The handkerchief fell out of his reach. His hold around my neck momentarily loosened.

I took the chance and hit him forcefully using my elbow. He fell back on the backseat of the car.

I turned to the door and reached for the handle. But before the tip of my fingers touched the handle he snatched my hair with brute force that I stumbled on the seat.

A piercing scream erupted from my lips. My fist smashed his face nonstop. I won't give up without one hell of a fight. I can't die this fast. I still have to live for the sake of my daughter… for Ace.

He slapped me so hard that my cheeks went numb. The blow was powerful enough to cause me to hit my head on the steering wheel. The metallic taste of blood lingered on my bleeding lips.

"Bi*ch!" He spat and fished something on the pocket of his trousers. It was a sprayer but it was rather small for a bottle of perfume. It was twice as big as my thumb.

"V-vince?" I gasped. My mouth dropped to the floor as my eyebrows shot to the ceiling. 

It must be Vince! Even if he's wearing a mask and a bonnet I still recognize his voice.

"You got it right, my darling Phoenix." He said, despite the mask covering his mouth, I could sense the sinister smile playing on his lips.

"W-what d-did you do to Ace?" I asked in a shaky voice, my horrified gaze bored to his.

"You don't have to know, Phoenix…." He snapped and without another word sprayed the contents of the bottle into the air.

The nauseating scent filled my nose. My eyelids feel heavy. I blinked my eyes rapidly, forcing myself not to fall asleep.

I forced my trembling legs to rise, then snatched the cat figurine below the rearview mirror and used brute force to smash it hard on his head. He stumbled on the backseat. Groaning as he rolled from the painful blow.

Blood oozes from the wound. Panting, I used the last of my strength and pulled the car door open. I jumped outside. 

I haven't taken another step forward when my vision begins to blur, my head starts to spin, and I lose my balance. 

My head bumped into the hard, rough pavement

'Help!' I screamed but the words became a barely audible whisper.

The last thing I knew before darkness swallowed me up was the sound of hurried footsteps approaching me. After that, I drifted into nothingness.

Am I dead? I asked myself as I lay sprawled on the ground.

Pitch black darkness surrounded me. I couldn't see anything except black. I couldn't feel anything too. It must be what feels like to be dead.

Am I really dead? I asked myself for the second time. But I couldn't find an answer.

Before I could even think of anything, images began to flash inside my thoughts.

I saw my parents….

I saw Ace….

I saw my angelic daughter, Vien…

I saw everything that happened in my past….

Tears fell down my cheeks as I watched the flow of memories. I realize how strong I am. Everything that happened to me has a reason. Whatever happened in the past I have no regrets since it is what made me who I am now.

I closed my eyes again. This time, I drifted to another peaceful slumber.

I don't know how long I've been asleep. When I opened my eyes, the grandiose ceiling and the golden chandelier hanging on top came to my view.

When I looked to my right, the breathtaking sunset visible through the floor to ceiling glass window welcomed my eyes. 

Beautiful…. Just beautiful….

Slowly, I tried to get up on the bed but the sudden jolt of pain when I tried to get up shot through my bandaged head. I fell back on the feathery soft bed, wincing.

When the pain subsided I tried to get up again, this time more carefully. Relief shot through me when I successfully sat on the bed.

My squinted eyes surveyed my surroundings. The place looks familiar…. I was sure I'd been here before. The cream colored walls, the king size bed, the golden chandelier, the Victorian sofa set, and the floor to ceiling window look so familiar.

Where was it? Claymore Mansion? Yes, I Think it is… the place owned by Lady Ravenwood.

So why am I here? The last thing I remember before losing consciousness was hitting my head on the pavement… then I heard footsteps running… and after that I couldn't recall anything….

It doesn't make sense… I don't understand why I'm here.

My thoughts were cut short when the door opened. A woman with golden brown hair tamed behind her nape entered. When she came closer, I realized she possessed enchanting sapphire eyes.

She placed the tray on top of the night table. There was a scalding cup on top. I couldn't identify if it's tea or coffee but I hope it's coffee.

"I'm glad you're awake." She whispered softly.

This must be Lady Ravenwood, I thought to myself as my gaze landed on her stunning face. She's more beautiful up close.

She handed the cup to me. 

"Thank you." I mumbled.

When I lifted the cup to my lips the enchanting scent of hot chocolate permeated my nostrils. I took a sip and nearly closed my eyes. It tastes better than coffee or tea.

"Allow me to introduce myself, Phoenix. I'm Claire Ravenwood. I'm Ace's mother."

The cup nearly slipped from my hold.