It was surreal when Laylah was asked to marry Liam, one of the richest billionaire in los angelos who's family hold the country. Her monthly stipend couldn't pay off her bills, and never thought her predicament would change. Laylah accepted the offer since it involves money that could change her life. But unbeknowst to her she's getting into a marriage that would reveal secrets she's never thought would broke her. Their marriage is filled with tension and secrets, as they both grapple with their own motivations and the expectations placed upon them by his mother. Will Laylah be able to enjoy the money she got paid to do her job? Will she be able to handle the secret she's about to discover?
View MoreThe chirping of phone halted Liam from his work, he reached out to it, and saw Philip on his screen. He wanted to ignore and call him back later, but something tells him to pick up.Liam thought he was calling to tell one of his silly jokes, which he does whenever his at the office, busy with work. "Philip, do you always have to distract me from my work? What do you need this time?" He sounded stern, expecting him to get nervous and end it, but he didn't."I'm sorry, but you have to go home, Aunt Laylah isn't safe, the police are on their way to arrest her." He rushed out, and the line went off. Liam didn't get to ask further questions, he just sat there Perplexity consume him. Adrian, who was with him, look in his direction, his been working at the company ever since he's return has been known. Liam kept to his promise to make him the vice president before he steps down."Philip? What does he want?" Adrian queried, but he didn't respond. Liam picked up his keys, and march out of th
THREE WEEKS LATERLydia was at the hospital feeding Freya's baby. This has been a routine for her since everyone left, she sleeps at the hospital and only go home when she needs to freshen up. The maids from the mansion bring breakfast, lunch, and dinner to the hospital, and she spent most of her time on call's with her hospital.Sporadically he wants to get intimate with her over the phone, but she has to remind him they are not supposed to be doing anything outside. She understood he misses her, that's why he tends to be naughty.It's been fun for her, which she still can't comprehend why she's loving her stay at the hospital. At a time, she thought it was the freedom she has to do whatever she wants without being followed by a convoy.She raised her head to look at the nurse standing in front of her. "Could you please put some water for him?" She asked, and the nurse nodded, proceeded to do as instructed.She's been giving a helping hands since the maids returned to the mansion. Ly
"Did you watch the news today? Adrian is back, and his been trending." Martha struck a conversation, diverting her husband's attention to her.Aiden chimed in, taking a bite from his plate, before his father could respond. "I still can't believe he made it back, after running away from the rehabilitation center.""And who said he ran away? Why do you take the media seriously, when most of their stories are made up stories?" Martha caution him, she dislikes rumor that ain't legit.Thompson shook his head, she always cautioned him. "You sound like you are not supporting him? You get to scold Aiden when it has to do with the Fernandez family.""I do that because he's my son, and I have to correct him. He should stop poking his nose in their business.""Mother, I'm just stating the fact, I'm definitely minding my business, and you know that."Martha knew he was the one who gave the reporters Information about Liam's marriage. Stating he paid Laylah to marry him, she found out about it and
The plane was ready to depart as all passengers got seated. Mrs. Rose stood a distance from the plane, waiting for it to take off. Freya and her family are finally leaving Los Angeles without her baby. It was difficult to convince her, but Rose made a promise to bring him over.Rose was pleased she accepted to go without him. She plans to take care of the baby before sending him over to them. She stood there, watching as the plane slowly rose from the ground until it was up in the sky.She spun around, striding out of the airport, with her phone on her ear as she buzzed someone's phone. It rang a couple of times, and the recipient picked."Good morning ma'am. I have been waiting for your call." The recipient said, as soon as he picked up."Has the convoy left the house? The Mayor will be flying in soon, the airport is crowded with reporters already.""Yes. They left few minutes earlier, I think soon they will be there.""Alright, I will wait for them in my car." She hung up, and went
The smell of pancakes got Liam's attention, as soon as he walked downstairs. 'Is she cooking already? Does she even listen to me? She's yet to recover' He thought as he marches his way to the kitchen.He lean by the door frame, his face lightens a bit before he cleared his throat, getting her attention.She turned to his direction, and flash him a smile. "Hubby! For how long have you been standing there? I'm making pancakes, I'm sure you will love them.""Milady I have told you not to do anything until you are fully recovered, why are you in the kitchen.""And who said I'm still in pains? I'm fine, perfectly doing well. You can check for yourself." She lifted her hands up for him to check for himself.Laylah dropped the last pancake, and turned off the fire. She picked them up, and exited the kitchen, leaving him behind.Liam follow her to the dining, and sat down. "If you wanted to make breakfast, I should have been aware.""Common big guy, you sounded cold, you just hurt my feelings
He stared at the both of them, wondering what they could be discussing. Freya has no connection with him, why are they meeting? She's supposed to be scared of Adrian if he's the one who threatened her. He is the man with chopped thumb and an ugly looking manicure, but that was in the past, he was sure Adrian got it fixed before he showed up. Perhaps she didn't get to see his face, Liam thought.As he watches them exchange conversation, he tries to pay attention, but couldn't hear a word they were saying. He was a distance from them. In the process, Adrian passed something to her, which she collected and hid inside her clothes.It was perplexingly to Liam, there's no connection between them, her husband who died was the only one who knew what happened to Adrian before he passed away.Liam turned to leave, he would rather not think the opposite, she's already going through hard time without her husband. He went back to the room she was admitted to meet his mother inside, getting ready
The expression on her face was sad, Liam could read her, he knows when she's bothered and when she's just reminiscing. The little time he's got to spend with her, he knows little about how she behaves."I'm fine, nothing much." She lied, hoping they would believe her. But even the doctor knew something was wrong, but she's not saying."You were happy minutes ago, but after I made mention of the surgery success, you became sad. There must be something you are not saying." They both stared at her, worry evident on her face."Oh that! It's nothing, I just thought about the family of the patients, when you lose a loved one, it hurts." She wasn't such of what to say, and it wasn't making sense to Liam.The doctor tapped Liam from behind to let it slide, he understood the language, and didn't push further. There's something, but she's not willing to share, you can't pressure someone to share their past if they ain't willing either."It's okay. You must have heard Jerry is awake, let's go to
The aura Hilda created stopped the brunette from speaking further. She would never reply even if she starts a conversation, for that reason, she just let her have her peace. They arrived home, and drove into the mansion. As soon as she parked the car, ready to turn off the engine, Hilda spoke up."Sorry I acted cold, I couldn't control the anger I felt, I can't believe he will say that." She breathes, looking out the mirror."It's okay. I understand you. I think it's best you speak to your brother about the will, you acted fast.""Okay! I should." She nodded, pushed the door open, and they stepped out. They turn towards the house, and walked into the living room."Hey! Where have you been? You should have informed me you were going out." Adrian rose from the couch as she entered."Hey Adrian." The brunette said, shyly waving at him."Hey Tacha, are you good?" He inquired, and she just nodded, then he brought his attention back to his sister."You were in the shower when I left, could
Laylah giggled as he held on to her warmly, this was his way of expressing how happy he was. She was also happy that Jerry woke up, at least her husband won't be occupied with work his supposed to engage in. The weekend was hectic for him because of Jerry's absent, he had a lot to cover up.Soon he released her from his grip, "I should call Aunt Lydia, I want to speak to mother." He grabbed his phone from where she had kept It. Upon unlocking it, he saw multiple missed calls from his uncle and Lydia.He proceeded to dial Lydia's number, it rang, but she didn't pick up. "She's not picking up, should we go to the hospital?""No, you have a meeting soon, heard that from your secretary." They were in the middle of their conversation, when his phone rang, Lydia returned the call."Aunt." He breathe out."Calm down, I don't believe in miracles, but today I do. He's awake, but he can't talk.""What about mother? Is she there with you?""No, you know Freya is leaving tomorrow with her sister,
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