Heartfelt Roses

The bustling streets of Accra were alive with the usual midday rush. The sun hung high in the sky, casting long shadows that danced across the pavement. Among the throngs of people, Adaora Okoro walked with purpose, her heels clicking against the concrete as she navigated her way through the crowd. She had just finished an important meeting at her advertising firm, and the adrenaline was still coursing through her veins. With a promotion on the horizon, her focus had been laser-sharp, every detail meticulously planned. But as she reached the corner of Labone Street, a gust of wind caught her off guard, sending papers flying from her hands.

In the kingdom of Radiance, the sun always shone brightly, casting golden hues across the land. Lush fields of emerald green stretched as far as the eye could see, dotted with vibrant wildflowers that danced in the gentle breeze. The air was filled with the sounds of chirping birds and the laughter of children playing in the streets. Radiance was a land blessed with perpetual daylight, where shadows were almost non-existent, and darkness was but a myth told to frighten children.

The town of Eldermist had always been cloaked in a veil of mystery. Nestled deep within the heart of the Whispering Forest, it was a place where secrets were as ancient as the trees that surrounded it. The townspeople spoke in hushed tones about the forest, passing down tales of its eerie inhabitants and the strange occurrences that plagued anyone who dared venture too far into its depths. Yet, despite these warnings, curiosity often got the better of some.

In the quaint town of Riverdale, nestled among rolling hills and meandering streams, lived two men whose lives were fated to intertwine in ways neither could foresee. One was known simply as John, a rugged farmer with weathered hands and a heart weighed down by years of toil and loss. The other, known as Michael, was a charismatic trader who had arrived in town with whispers of wealth and ambition.

In a small, remote village nestled between towering mountains and dense forests, there existed a garden unlike any other. Hidden behind a veil of mist and shadow, it was known only to a few as the Garden of Sorrow. It was said that the flowers in this garden were not like ordinary blossoms; they thrived on the sadness and despair of those who entered.

In a serene corner of the world, far removed from the clamor of human life, lay a forest known as the Whispering Woods. This forest was no ordinary collection of trees and animals; it was a place of magic and mystery, where every leaf seemed to murmur secrets of the past and every breeze carried tales of enchantment. The animals that inhabited the Whispering Woods lived in harmony, bound by the forest's ancient and sacred rhythms.

"I, Sophia Addison, of the Crescent Moon Pack, deny your rejection, Jacob Carter." I smiled triumphantly at him and he just glared at me. I can hear loud gasps and whispers throughout the place. They cannot believe that their goody-two-shoes of a senior year president is rejecting me in front of everybody. What goody-two-shoes? More like a two faced jerk! That is why, here I am, denying his rejection. Oh well, I refuse to suffer alone. So...let us both suffer together my dear mate.

"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"

It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”

On the day of the wedding, Brendan left me and went to find his true love. When I called him, he, who had always been gentle to me, showed impatience for the first time, saying, "It's just a wedding, I'll make it up to you when I get back." Feeling disheartened, I suggested calling off the wedding. Brendan thought I was just being stubborn, and in the face of friends' advice, he said, "It's okay, when she calms down, she will come find me." It wasn't until Edrence, the prince, posted our marriage certificate that Brendan suddenly went crazy and came knocking on my door. When he saw the man who opened the door, he was slightly stunned. And I, standing behind the man, with a blush still on my face, leaned forward and asked, "Nephew, what brings you to see your auntie so late?"

Ethan always viewed Nyla as a compulsive liar, while she saw him as aloof and insensitive. Nyla had cherished the notion that she was dear to Ethan, yet she felt coldly rejected when she realized her place in his heart was insignificant.  No longer trying to break through his coldness, she stepped back, only for him to alter his approach unexpectedly. She challenged him, "If you trust me so little, why keep me around?"  Ethan, who had once carried himself with pride, now stood before her with a humble plea. "Nyla, I've made mistakes. Please don't walk away from me."

Dear readers, this book has resumed daily updates. It took Sabrina three whole years to realize that her husband, Tyrone didn't have a heart. He was the coldest and most indifferent man she had ever met. He never smiled at her, let alone treated her like his wife. To make matters worse, the return of the woman he had eyes for brought Sabrina nothing but divorce papers. Sabrina's heart broke. Hoping that there was still a chance for them to work on their marriage, she asked, "Quick question,Tyrone. Would you still divorce me if I told you that I was pregnant?" "Absolutely!" he responded. Realizing that she didn't mean shit to him, Sabrina decided to let go. She signed the divorce agreement while lying on her sickbed with a broken heart. Surprisingly, that wasn't the end for the couple. It was as if scales fell off Tyrone's eyes after she signed the divorce agreement. The once so heartless man groveled at her bedside and pleaded, "Sabrina, I made a big mistake. Please don't divorce me. I promise to change." Sabrina smiled weakly, not knowing what to do...