We Were Thunder Pretending to Be Lovers in the Storm by Coren Elen Vey 3 Summary
In Chapter 3 of “We Were Thunder Pretending to Be Lovers in the Storm,” Ireya grapples with the heavy burden of betrayal as she ascends the staircase towards Ethan’s bedroom. Her heart races with dread as she approaches Vanessa’s room, where she witnesses a shocking scene: Felix, her partner, is overpowering Vanessa. This moment shatters her world, igniting feelings of disbelief and deep anguish, as the betrayal cuts deeper than any physical wound. The emotional turmoil intensifies as she realizes the fragility of her relationship with Felix, which once felt secure and promising.
After witnessing the betrayal, Ireya attempts to shield the twins from her inner turmoil, finding solace in their innocent chatter as she prepares for their impending departure. However, her brief respite is shattered when Felix confronts her in the study, a space that has transformed from a sanctuary of shared dreams into a reminder of Vanessa’s presence. Felix’s cold demeanor and accusations about Vanessa’s bullying add to Ireya’s emotional burden, leaving her feeling trapped and powerless. The memories of their past happiness contrast sharply with the current reality, deepening her sense of loss.
As the confrontation escalates, Felix’s accusations become more aggressive, and the threat of divorce looms in Ireya’s mind. Yet, she realizes that mentioning it could jeopardize her career, as Felix holds her project data hostage. This manipulation leaves her feeling cornered and desperate. Despite the pain of their crumbling relationship, she attempts to maintain a semblance of normalcy by asking Felix to accompany her to the lab, masking her inner turmoil beneath a calm facade.
The following morning, chaos erupts when Ireya receives a frantic call from Belle, alerting her to the horrifying news that nude photos of Vanessa have been leaked online. Panic seizes her as Felix storms into the bedroom, consumed by rage and suspicion, demanding to know if she is responsible for the scandal. The tension escalates further as he disregards the cries of their twins, who are caught in the crossfire of their parents’ conflict. Ireya stands her ground, insisting on her innocence, but the situation spirals out of control when a scream from the hallway signals a new, devastating crisis. This chapter encapsulates the raw emotions of betrayal, desperation, and the fragility of familial bonds amidst the storm of chaos.
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**We Were Thunder Pretending to Be Lovers in the Storm by Coren Elen Vey**
**Chapter 3**
Ireya ascended the staircase, her heart heavy as she traversed the corridor on the second floor, moving towards Ethan’s bedroom. Each step felt like a weight on her chest, a premonition of what she might stumble upon.
As she approached Vanessa’s room, a flicker of movement caught her eye. The door stood ajar, a mere sliver open, and through that narrow crack, she glimpsed a scene that made her blood run cold. Felix was there, his body looming over Vanessa, pinning her down against the bed. The sight of his hand sliding beneath Vanessa’s delicate white dress sent a jolt of disbelief and anguish through her.
Freya’s entire being went rigid, her breath hitching in her throat. **Felix, are you truly this desperate?** The betrayal cut deeper than any knife; it felt as if her heart were being torn from her chest, leaving behind only a hollow ache.
She willed herself to look away, to push aside the agony clawing at her insides. With a heavy heart, she carried the twins into the nursery, their innocent chattering a stark contrast to the turmoil within her. She laid them gently in their cribs, her hands trembling slightly as she tucked them in.
“Ethan, Emma, just three more days,” she murmured, forcing a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “In three days, we’re leaving. Mommy will pack up all your little toys and things, okay?” The twins babbled in response, their voices a soothing balm against her frayed nerves.
Quietly, she slipped out of the nursery, closing the door with a soft click, hoping to leave behind the weight of her sorrow. But as she stepped into the hallway, she found Felix waiting for her, his demeanor as cold as ice. “We need to talk. In the study,” he commanded, his voice low and menacing.
Entering the study felt like stepping into a different world. Once, it had been a sanctuary filled with their shared dreams and aspirations, but now it bore the unmistakable marks of Vanessa’s presence. Hair accessories lay strewn across the couch, and the carpet was littered with crumpled snack wrappers and sheet music, remnants of laughter and light now overshadowed by an oppressive gloom.
Time had slipped away from her without her notice. She could still recall the days when she was pregnant with the twins, utterly exhausted, leaning against Felix’s shoulder as sleep claimed her. How tenderly he had kissed her forehead then, whispering, “Freya, don’t push yourself too hard. You and the kids—you’re my future.” In those moments, she had believed in their shared future, convinced that her sacrifices were worthwhile. He had given her a home, a sense of belonging, warmth in the cold.
But now, Felix shattered that fragile illusion. He hurled a stack of documents at her, the papers scattering like fallen leaves. “Freya, Vanessa’s school reached out. These are statements from the bullies. Someone has been paying them to hurt her. And that account? It leads back to you.”
Silence enveloped her. She couldn’t muster a single word to defend herself against the accusations that hung in the air like a storm cloud.
Felix’s voice dripped with frost. “I’ll take care of this and ensure Vanessa is safe. But mark my words, I will never let her out of my sight again. If you have any sense, you’ll cease this charade. Otherwise, prepare to face the consequences.”
The thought of bringing up divorce loomed in her mind, but before she could voice it, Felix cut her off, his gaze never leaving the documents in front of him. “All the crucial data from your project is in my possession. Don’t forget, Freya—if you leave Etty Group, no one else will ever hire you.”
His words struck her like a frigid splash of water, yanking her back to reality. If she dared to mention divorce, he would ensure she never regained access to her precious lab data!
Her fingers whitened as she clutched her phone, the weight of her decision pressing heavily on her. Slowly, she relaxed her grip, forcing her voice to remain calm. “Alright,” she said, lowering her lashes to mask the turmoil within. “Actually, I came to see if you’re free tomorrow. I need you to accompany me to the lab. There’s an issue with one of the data sets that requires your attention.”
Felix’s brow knitted in concern. “Yeah. Tomorrow morning, I’m taking Vanessa to the hospital. Her injuries need to be treated properly; we can’t let them leave scars. After that, I’ll have lunch with her, then head to the office in the afternoon.”
A bitter taste filled her mouth. She had been relegated to the bottom of his priorities without even realizing it. Memories flooded back—how he had abandoned her during a crucial meeting with foreign partners just to watch Vanessa shine on stage. How, on a snowy, blustery night, he had left her stranded on the roadside when Vanessa complained of a stomach ache, forcing her to walk ten kilometers home in the freezing cold, only to fall ill for three days.
And then there were the nights when Vanessa craved pasta, and despite Freya’s exhaustion from a grueling ten-hour workday, Felix would demand she rise from bed to fulfill that whim.
“Okay…” Freya sighed heavily, the weight of it all pressing down on her.
The following morning, she was jolted awake by the sharp, insistent ringing of her phone.
“Freya! Something’s happened!” Belle’s frantic voice crackled through the line. “Someone posted nude photos of Vanessa on an anonymous forum! It’s spreading like wildfire. Does Felix know yet?”
Panic gripped Freya’s heart, the world around her narrowing to a single point of dread.
Before she could gather her thoughts, the bedroom door swung open with a violent crash. Felix stormed in, his eyes wild and bloodshot, and yanked her from the bed, his grip on her wrist painfully tight.
“Freya!” he growled, each word laced with fury. “Did you do this? Did you post those nude photos?”
The twins, startled from their sleep, cried out in distress, their innocent faces twisted in confusion. Ethan reached out with tiny hands, making pitiful sounds, “Da… da…” as if trying to bridge the chasm of chaos between them.
But Felix, lost in his rage, paid no mind to their cries. He shoved the crib aside, the sudden movement causing the babies to wail even louder, their little bodies trembling with fear.
Freya gritted her teeth against the pain in her wrist, meeting his furious gaze with unwavering resolve. “It wasn’t me.”
“If it wasn’t you, then who?!” His voice rose, the tension in the air thickening.
Just as he was about to launch his phone at her in a fit of rage, a terrified scream echoed from the hallway. “Mr. Pearson! Miss Yale—she’s slit her wrists!”
Conclusion
In the aftermath of chaos, Freya stood at the precipice of her own resolve, grappling with the tumult of emotions that surged within her. The storm of betrayal, anger, and despair had reached a fever pitch, leaving her heart battered yet fiercely determined. She could no longer ignore the reality of her situation, nor the suffocating grip Felix had on her life, her dreams, and her children. The innocence of her twins, their cries echoing in the background, served as a painful reminder of what was at stake. In that moment, as the weight of her choices bore down upon her, Freya understood that love could not thrive in the shadows of manipulation and fear. She had to reclaim her agency, not just for herself but for Ethan and Emma, who deserved a mother unencumbered by the chains of a broken relationship.
As the echoes of Vanessa’s scream reverberated through the house, Freya felt a shift within her—a flicker of defiance igniting in the depths of her spirit. The time for silence had passed, and the notion of enduring Felix’s wrath was no longer an option. She would confront the storm head-on, not just for her own sake, but to protect the fragile hearts of her children. In that moment of clarity, she resolved to stand firm against the tempest of betrayal, to seek the truth, and to fight for a life free from fear and deception. The path ahead was fraught with uncertainty, but Freya knew that embracing her strength was the only way to navigate the storm that had engulfed her world.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
In the next chapter of *We Were Thunder Pretending to Be Lovers in the Storm*, readers can expect the tension to escalate as Freya grapples with the fallout from the shocking events of Chapter 3. With Vanessa’s life hanging in the balance and Felix’s rage spiraling out of control, Freya must navigate the treacherous waters of her crumbling marriage while desperately seeking the truth behind the cruel betrayal that has shattered her family. As the stakes rise, the fragile threads of loyalty and deceit will be tested, leading to a confrontation that could change everything.
Moreover, the revelation of Vanessa’s self-harm will send ripples through the household, forcing Freya to confront her own feelings of guilt and helplessness. As she fights to protect her children and uncover the identity of the person responsible for the photos, Freya will find herself at a crossroads. Will she muster the strength to stand up to Felix, or will she be consumed by the chaos that surrounds her? With the clock ticking and emotions running high, the next chapter promises to delve deeper into the complexities of love, betrayal, and the lengths a mother will go to save her child. Prepare for a whirlwind of emotions and unexpected twists that will leave readers breathless and eager for more.

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