Chapter 2 When Anastasia came back , Edward was already home . Delicate and beautiful Priscilla was sitting on the floor , not caring about her image , playing toy cars with Thomas . Laughter echoed now and then . From a distance , they looked like a happy family of three . Anastasia felt a pain in her heart . But the next second , she froze , instinctively covering her mouth and nose . The huge living room was filled with flowers of every color . The pollen in the air almost suffocated her . She was allergic to pollen . Her face quickly flushed red from lack of air . But Edward still held her hand , not letting her go . He didn't notice anything wrong . Instead , he spoke casually . " Anna , why did you leave without saying a word ? I waited for you at the hospital for so long . " But she couldn't answer . Her face turned bluish - purple as she struggled for breath . She tore her hand free and stumbled toward the bedroom . The allergy medicine was inside . But after just a few steps , she bumped too hard , knocking flowers from a vase to the floor . Her swinging hand even sent a trophy on the table crashing down . The sound of shattering glass and Priscilla's scream came at the same time . Thomas blocked her path , glaring . " Mommy , why did you break Priscilla's trophy on purpose ? " Anastasia shook her head desperately , tears streaming . She collapsed , too weak to stand Edward walked over Seeing the mess , his eyes filled with disappointment " Anna , I know your injured hand kept you from competing I know you're sad But that doesn't mean you can smash Cilla's hard - earned trophy " 0.00 % 08.49 Chapter 2 288 iVouchers He bent down , carefully picking up the broken pieces . He held them like treasure , not sparing her a glance . By now , Anastasia's lungs burned for air . Her heart pounded wildly . Her will to survive drove her to crawl toward the bedroom . Even then , Thomas wouldn't let her be . He aimed his toy gun at her and pulled the trigger in anger . Steel pellets hit her body , making her gasp from the pain . Red welts bloomed across her pale skin . Seeing her own son treat her like this , the child she had carried for ten months , Anastasia wept bitterly , her heart breaking apart . Her trembling hand finally reached the medicine . Swallowing it , she felt a shred of clarity return . But before she could catch her breath , the scolding continued . " Cilla only had that one trophy , and you smashed it . She even said she'd take you to the celebration gala tonight . When did you become so jealous ? " Thomas chimed in . " Mommy , you're a bad mommy . You can't stand anyone being happy . You're crippled but won't let others live well . I don't like you , Mommy . " The accusations came one after another . Anastasia could no longer hold back . She covered her face and broke down , sobbing . Her eyes were red as she signed with trembling hands , shaken by anger and grief . " I didn't mean it . Did you all forget I'm allergic to pollen ? " Seeing Edward freeze , Anastasia suddenly thought of the past . Noticing her trembling body , Edward seemed to finally remember . Guilt flashed in his eyes . " Anna I'm sorry . I forgot . I'll have the flowers removed right now . " He moved quickly . Soon , the flowers were gone . He pulled her into his arms , coaxing softly . " Honey , I didn't mean it . You know that . I've just been too busy , and it shipped my mind . " Thomas pouted , reluctantly muttering . " Sorry , Mommy I was wrong " Priscilla , who had been watching quietly , suddenly spoke . " Don't be mad , Anna I heard you love food Tonight's my celebration gala I've booked the rooftop Let's not waste time " 30.94 % 08 49 Chapter 2 At eight , the fireworks lit up the city center . Brilliant colors burst across the sky , then faded into drifting sparks . 288 iVouchers As the last sparks faded , Edward suddenly took out a necklace and fastened it around her neck . " Honey , tonight is Cilla's celebration , but it's also our wedding anniversary . I hope from now on , the one by my side will always be you . " She had seen that necklace at an auction . It was called " The Only Love . " It meant one love for a lifetime . But Edward - how could he deserve that ? She gave a mocking smile , meeting his gaze full of deep affection . In his eyes , there was only her . Priscilla teased from the side . " Why does my celebration feel like it turned into your anniversary ? " Edward only patted Anastasia's head with a gentle smile . " As long as Anna likes it , that's all that matters . " More fireworks bloomed . Edward asked her to close her eyes and make a wish . She did . But as the fireworks burst , she opened her eyes . And saw Edward and Priscilla , locked in a passionate kiss . On their wedding anniversary , the man she loved was kissing another woman . Anastasia's lashes trembled . She pressed her hands together . Despair hit her like a tidal wave , dragging her under . She couldn't do it . She couldn't pretend not to see the man she had loved since childhood Even though she had prepared herself to let him go , watching them kiss right in front of her still left her gasping with pain It takes years to fall in love . But only a moment to let go And in that moment , Anastasia decided she would stop loving Edward 69.48 % 08.50 Chapter 3 : Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!