REVENGE'S UNEXPECTED LOVE

IS HE DYING?

Ismarie reaches her room and begins searching for her phone, her fingers tracing over the sheets until she finally discovers it nestled between the folds. With a sense of urgency, she dials her best friend's number, eager to share the news of her impromptu wedding and seek her support and guidance.

Within a few minutes, Maya arrives with Abby by her side, their footsteps echoing with eager anticipation. Their faces light up with big, bright smiles, unaware of the tumultuous events that have unfolded.

They don't know that Max cheated on Ismarie or that she's now marrying Sean, their excitement purely fueled by the prospect of celebrating with their friend.

"How's the blushing bride doing?" Abby asks with a grin, her eyes sparkling with excitement as she turns to Ismarie.

"Oh, she's doing great," Maya responds with a smile, glancing at Ismarie. "I came by to check up on her around one and found the room empty." Her brows furrow slightly with curiosity as she recounts her earlier visit, wondering what Ismarie had been up to in the meantime.

"I'm doing awesome, you guys," Ismarie replies with excitement, her eyes shining with anticipation. "Also, I need your help to get ready. I'm getting married in... an hour!" Her words are filled with a mix of exhilaration and urgency, as the reality of her impending wedding sets in.

"Wait, aren't you getting married at 10?" Abby asks, her brow furrowing with confusion.

"Don't tell me there has been another mixup!" Maya exclaims, her voice tinged with disbelief as she considers the possibility of yet another unexpected twist in the wedding plans.

"Everything is alright, guys," Ismarie reassures them, her voice steady despite the whirlwind of emotions swirling within her. She quickly summarizes everything that has happened in the last few hours—the betrayal by Max, her decision to marry Sean, and the impromptu change in wedding plans.

A heavy silence settles over the room as Ismarie's friends absorb the weight of her revelation. They can only imagine the mix of emotions swirling within her upon discovering that her fiancé had cheated on her just before her wedding day.

"You need to work on your definition of 'everything is alright,'" Abby quips with a wry smile, her words carrying a mix of sympathy and gentle humor as she acknowledges the gravity of the situation.

"Ismarie is marrying Mr. Sean Heart. General Heart.The man who flawlessly executed the cardiothoracic surgery within his first year! Our hospital God. Max's uncle," Maya repeats the words, her pacing mirroring the whirlwind of thoughts racing through her mind.

Maya finds herself caught in a whirlwind of emotions, each one vying for dominance over the other. Happiness, fear, and confusion intertwine within her, creating a complex tapestry of feelings that she struggles to untangle.

On one hand, there is a flicker of happiness, a glimmer of joy about her friend's wedding, and the prospect of newfound beginnings. Yet, this happiness is tinged with fear, a nagging uncertainty about the future, and the unknown path that lies ahead.

At the same time, confusion clouds Maya's thoughts, leaving her feeling disoriented and unsure of her own emotions. She grapples with conflicting feelings, unable to fully grasp the magnitude of the moment or the implications of what is to come.

During this emotional storm, Maya searches for clarity, yearning to understand the turmoil within her heart. But for now, all she can do is ride the waves of emotion and trust that in time, the answers will reveal themselves.

"You're marrying the general surgeon? his admires in the hospital will flip! When did he propose" Abby says, her tone reflecting a mix of surprise and disbelief, as if she hadn't been present when Ismarie first explained the situation.

"That's the least of our worries. What I'm worried about is why the general suddenly agreed to all of this. What is he getting out of this marriage?" Maya asks, her voice tinged with suspicion as she delves into the motives behind Sean's sudden decision to marry Ismarie.

"Fun" Ismarie answers.

"Fun?" Maya echoes, her eyebrows shooting up in surprise.

"He marrying you just for fun?" Abby asks matching Maya's expression.

"He said he didn't want to miss the fun of me getting my revenge on Max," Ismarie clarifies, a wry smile playing on her lips as she recounts Sean's unconventional reason for agreeing to the marriage.

"Is he dying?" Abby's question hangs heavy in the air, reflecting the friends' collective attempt to make sense of Sean's seemingly unusual decision.

"Is he?" Maya's question echoes Abby's, both friends turning their gaze to Ismarie, awaiting her response with a mix of concern and curiosity.

"Out of all possibilities, you think of death? Besides, if he's dying then, he wields the entire hospital at his fingertips, and some may want to to fill his shoes upon his passing." Ismarie answers, laughter bubbling up from within her as she finds humor in her friends' speculation.

"Well, this all seems just a little bit crazy, especially for him," Abby remarks, her voice tinged with a hint of incredulity as she tries to wrap her head around the unexpected turn of events.

"Who cares about that? I want to see the look on that bastard's face when you give him what he deserves. Give him hell!" Maya declares, her eyes flashing with determination as she expresses her unwavering support for Ismarie's quest for revenge.

"Am I the only one thinking this seems a little fishy? Don't get me wrong, I'm all in with revenge stuff, but the general is marrying Ismarie, guys." Abby says, her disbelief still palpable.

"Yes, he is, and together they will make that little b***h squirm and fall onto his knees begging for mercy," Maya declares.

Abby and Ismarie stare at Maya in slight shock, their expressions reflecting a mix of surprise and concern at the intensity of her words.

"You seem to be really into this marriage and revenge thing," Abby remarks, her tone a mixture of curiosity and apprehension as she observes Maya's fervent determination.

"Of course I am. I always pictured him being shot at gunpoint by an angry contestant," Maya responds matter-of-factly, her words tinged with dark humor that leaves Abby and Ismarie momentarily speechless.

"What? That guy never liked me, so the only thing to get me through seeing his face was picturing the worst thing about him," Maya explains, her voice tinged with bitterness as she reveals her coping mechanism for dealing with Max's disdain.

Abby stares at the sweet and innocent Maya with an appalled expression, her disbelief evident as she processes Maya's unexpected revelation.

Ismarie nods in understanding, recalling the times when Max had made his disdain for Maya apparent. It's no wonder Maya harbors such intense feelings toward him.

It all began with Max's insensitive suggestion that Maya's body was suitable for Hollywood, accompanied by promises of auditions and roles at his agency. Naturally, Maya was incensed by being reduced to her physical appearance and didn't hesitate to give him a piece of her mind. Despite Maya's efforts to move on from the incident, Max clung to his resentment, exacerbating the strain on their already tense relationship.

"Can we all focus, ladies? We have a wedding to prepare for!" Abby interjects, her voice cutting through the tension with a sense of urgency as she redirects their attention to the task at hand.

"Yes!" Ismarie exclaims, her voice filled with determination as she rallies her friends to channel their energy into the wedding preparations ahead.

In the soft light of the morning, Ismarie and her friends gather in her hotel suite, surrounded by the gentle hum of excitement and anticipation. The room is a flurry of activity as they embark on the final preparations for the impromptu wedding.

Abby bustles around, arranging flowers and draping delicate fabrics over chairs and tables, her keen eye for detail ensuring that every aspect of the decor is picture-perfect. Maya takes charge of coordinating the music, selecting songs that capture the essence of Ismarie's love story, and setting the mood for the day ahead.

Meanwhile, Ismarie sits calmly in front of her vanity, her reflection glowing with a mix of nerves and excitement as she applies the finishing touches to her bridal look. With each stroke of makeup and adjustment of her veil, she feels a sense of anticipation building within her, knowing that she is about to embark on a new chapter of her life.

As the hours pass, the suite fills with the laughter and chatter of friends and family who have gathered to celebrate Ismarie's special day. The air is filled with a palpable sense of love and joy as everyone comes together to witness the union of two souls destined to be together.

With Sean waiting patiently at the altar, Ismarie takes a deep breath and prepares to walk down the aisle, her heart overflowing with happiness and gratitude for the journey that has brought her to this moment.

As she steps forward, surrounded by the love and support of her closest friends and family, she knows that she is ready to begin the next chapter of her life with the man who occasionally smiles at her at work by her side.