Novels by Cerah Mills

Years ago, Jaxon professed his love and marital intentions to Clara but she rejected him. He wasn't well to do at that time and Clara wanted a man from a wealthy family. Currently, Jaxon wasn't at the same level she had rejected him.Clara didn't want Jaxon to feel that she regretted ever rejecting him.“Well, my family prefers to follow due process. Meet my husband, Paul Carl. He is worth more than you can imagine.” Clara smiled. “And this is my daughter, Jacelyn Carl; the most beautiful girl in Kentic City.”“I must confess, she is beautiful. I saw a lot of news about her on social media. Why then did you allow her to marry a poor person that became a burden on your family as a live-in-son-in-law?” Jaxon crossed his arms over his chest.Clara heaved as she remembered how useless Francis was. As long as Jacelyn was still married to him, insults and embarrassment would be inevitable.She stared at Francis who leans against the counter and had his attention fixed on his phone.Hearing

“Your calm words have nothing on me.” Winifred sneered. “For a start, do what your husband wanted me to do. Go on your knees, touch my feet and apologize.” Francis couldn't help but giggle.Jacelyn was about to bend, in readiness to kneel when Francis' words stopped her.“Jace, don't kneel.” Francis uttered. “If there's anyone who should be apologizing, then it should be her. Don't be scared of her because we are in our right.”Jacelyn's eyes darted between Francis and Clara.“Poor people are said to be humble but not in this case. I will deal with you.” Winifred stamped her feet furiously.She was about to place a call when a young man approached with a cold gaze and uttered.“What is going on here?”The man was Sir. Peter, the manager of XYLCORD.Winifred replied with a pitiful tone. “These people humiliated and bullied me. They have to be punished.”“What?!” Sir. Peter widened his eyes. “Miss Laviers, I never expected that you would be here when I was informed that there was a com

Soon, the Carls arrived at their destination. The digital display board showed WELCOME TO XYLCORD.XYLCORD was a popular and exquisite restaurant. There were lots of terms and levels for their customers. Even though their meals were expensive, those who patronized the restaurants were always satisfied.“I'm so sorry, for those who don't have the passcard. All our tables have been occupied. You can check back tomorrow.”A young lady who was behind a counter announced.“What? Our coming here was useless.” Keren muttered.“What a pity! I have a useless husband and a worthless son-in-law. None of them can bypass this long procedure to get us a table in the reserved arena. XYLCORD always have room reserved for their VIP members.” Clara lamented.“Look at you, Francis. Aren't ashamed of yourself. Can't you see what young men like you are doing?” Clara added bitterly.Francis didn't feel embarrassed. Quietly, he went out without informing Jacelyn.“Don't tell me Jacelyn and her family can't

Clara threw a cold stare at Paul and returned to the car.Soon all the Carls' were inside the vehicle but the ride was filled with silence.When they returned home, Grandpa Carl who was pacing around restlessly in the compound suddenly said.“Is the lady Jacelyn? Did you confirm her identity? Is she a member of our family?”Thompson glanced at Paul before saying.“Father, the lady is Jacelyn and she is the person we all know. She is a member of our family. She can now walk and her face is without blemish.” He sighed. “She has refused to return home.”“What do you mean by she has refused to return home? This is the only home she has.” Grandpa Carl snorted.Keren rolled her eyes. “We need to give Jacelyn time. She just got an appointment with Celestial Brand, don't expect her to do everything we tell her now.”Grandpa Carl frowned. He didn't want to have anything to do with Jacelyn again but now that she has an appointment with Celestial Brand, he needs her to curry favor from the admin

“Please, I can’t mention the pay I want monthly. Pay me according to the rules and standards if the company.” Jacelyn responded quickly.If she had mentioned any amount, she knew the company would agree to pay but she didn’t want to abuse the unexplainable offer she was getting.They finalized the process and Jacelyn said she would be resuming in two days as stated on her offer letter.Walking slowly, Jacelyn returned to meet Francis who was leaning against a car.“I got the job.” She said with a low tone.“I knew you would.” Francis yelled.Noticing that she wasn’t happy, he asked.“Aren’t you happy about the job offer? Is it a stressful position? Did Silas try to take advantage of you?”“No… everything feels like a dream. I can’t believe it.”Francis smiled. “Cheer up. I am happy. This calls for double celebration: you recovered your look and now you have a job with Celestial Brand. Let’s pay Henry a visit to share the news.”Grudgingly, she agreed and they headed to the Crimson Vil

Francis laughed. “You are not serious.”“Really?” Jacelyn arched her brow. “But you always speak confidently when talking about Celestial Brand!”“Its just that I like been positive Cox I believe there is power in the tongue.” Francis sighed. “After all, you have an existing business relationship with the manager of Celestial Brand, it would be easier to get a job if you want to work there.”“Hmm,” Jacelyn expressed.Jacelyn asked about his job application and he told her that he had gotten a job at Celestial Brand.“An administrative assistant? So easily. Congratulations, half bread is better than none.” She uttered after going through his appointment letter.“Guess who is the most beautiful woman in Kentic City now?” Francis uttered, changing the topic.“I can't guess. I am not current with what is happening outside.” She replied.“I see. Turn to the mirror.” He gestured to the mirror stand.“What do you think you are doing? Are you trying to spite me?” Jacelyn asked angrily.“Why w

Minutes passed by and the groom was nowhere to be found.Lois covered her face in shame and cursed inwardly.‘Rieka isn’t a lucky child. Just imagine the dignitaries present at this wedding and yet the groom is not present.’‘Could it be someone is trying to humiliate my daughter?”The guests were tired and a voice rang out coldly.“Is this a scene in a movie?”Soon whispers filled the air.“We’ve been waiting for long, let’s just leave.”“The groom must have eloped.”Only the soldiers present in the hall remained calm.Just ten, they heard a blaring siren approaching.Soon, silence filled the air again.Tears were already welling in Rieka’s eyes. She bowed her head slightly in shame.A man cladded in his soldier uniform with many stars on it approached the podium and whispered to the clergyman.The man was the Grand Commander.At this point, the Grand Commander held the microphone, and happily, he said.“Today, we have two celebrations. Permit me to welcome the new Chief of Army Staf

Noah smiled, “Sincerely, she owns a dear place in my heart.” With a serious expression, Noah asked. “Do you think getting hitched with her again is a good idea?”Andy nodded. “Of course, she’s the only woman you’ve ever loved.”“Okay! Let’s have a quiet walk then.”Meanwhile, at the Fullams’ residence.“Can’t you talk sense to your daughter? Is this how she wants to end her life?”Lois uttered coldly as she looked at Jack.Jack tilted his head.“It is her life; her choice and I cannot influence her decision because you want me to.”Lois widened her lips and asked. “Are you serious?”Coldly, Rieka said. “Mom, I have a lot to deal with. What is all this about?”“If you wait from now till infinity, Noah will not welcome you into his life. Beauty fades, you have to give another man a chance. I’ve spoken to some rich folks and they all agreed to get married to you not minding that you are a divorcee.”After saying that, Lois angrily left.Rieka stared at the space. Thoughts of Noah grippe

“What?”Santos expressed and gave a mocking laugh. “Who do you think you are?”Just then, he pulled out a gun and pointed it at Noah.Andy and Giddy also pulled out their guns and pointed at Santos.“I have nothing against you. I can see your greed and selfish interest is what is making you want the position of the Chief of Army staff at all cost.”Slowly, Noah approached Santos.“One more step and I’ll pull the trigger.” Santos roared.Noah sighed and he took another step. Bang!Santos pulled the trigger.Swiftly, Noah dodged it.Thank goodness no one was standing behind him.“All that happened here has been recorded. It would be used against you. You are not even worthy to be called a soldier.”Noah uttered with a frown.“Against me? We’ll see about that.”Santos said confidently.“No matter what, being soldiers, we are one,” Noah said as his eyes scanned through everyone present. For no just cause, Santos Junek wants to get rid of me. From his action, you all can see that he is n

At that moment, Santos picked up his phone and placed a call.“Hi Santos, is anything the matter? You hardly call me.”“Jacob, I can see you know me well. We need to meet tonight, it's urgent.”Jacob was a high-ranked soldier and he was a member of the military council.All along, Jacob has been the one giving information to Santos about all that was happening because Santos handsomely rewarded him. Jacob was also a close friend of the former Chief of Army Staff.Now, he felt something was happening and he couldn’t figure it out. He had to hear from Jacob.Nevertheless, Jacob had assured him that he would become the next Chief of Army staff.Meanwhile, at the Supreme Ruler’s residence in the military base.Noah, Andy, and Giddy were standing.Noah rubbed his forehead and said, “This is more complicated than I had imagined. I don’t want to get rid of anyone but I can’t help but defend myself.”“I have a suggestion.” Giddy paused. Then he continued, “Let us visit Santos. Not to harm him

Noah glanced at the Grand Commander. The news about who will become the next Chief of Army was yet to be announced publicly.“I have an urgent assignment to do here and it has to be kept a secret. Apart from all of us here, who witnessed my arrival, no one must know that I have returned.”Noah was led to a large room. It was the Supreme Ruler’s room in Fristico.Ever since Noah left, no one had dwelled in the room. However, the maids always kept it tidied daily.Noah freshened up and sat on the couch as he stared at the space.Knock, Knock, Knock.Some knocked on the door.Noah had already made it clear that he wanted to be left alone till he said otherwise.Who then was knocking on the door?With a frown, Noah went to open the door.Noah welcomed a man and a woman in.“You, so you had plans of coming too. Why didn’t you just say it? Did you have to make it a surprise?”Noah said with a smile beaming on his face.“I had to come along with her. We can’t just leave you. You need us mor

“Santos Junek?” Lois replied with a smile.“I have never heard of that name before. Why will he take interest in me without approaching me for once?” Rieka said with an arched brow.Lois sighed, “It’s possible you’ve not been paying attention to other men because of Noah. He gave me his card so anytime you are ready to see him, it is just a call away. I also heard he is a military man. From the convoy I saw accompanying him, I can confidently say he is far richer than Noah. Getting hitched with him will make Noah regret ever treating you in this manner.”“Hmm!” Rieka reasoned with what Lois said. A thought of revenge crept into her heart.Why was Rieka having such thoughts? Having a relationship with someone wasn’t by force.“Give me his card, I’ll call him. I want to get some information from him.”Rieka asked politely.Lois picked a card that was on the table and handed it to Rieka.So fast, Rieka picked up her phone and called the number which was on the card.“Hi, It’s Rieka. My