Rayner’s PovI got home after leaving Nath’s place to meet Betty, who was waiting for me outside my apartment. The driver had dropped me off outside the building, and while I stepped down, a guy with a food package was waiting for me.He handed it to me with the usual words, “From Mr. Blackwood.”I turned to the driver to be sure the food was coming from Nath because I just left his place and he didn’t tell me he was sending someone. I was a bit scared for my life now after hearing Daniel’s threat and Katherine’s threat too.The driver nodded, “It’s from Mr. Blackwood. He forgot to give it to you before you left.” The driver said and then I collected the package. I was already tired, especially after hearing what Aunt Eli said.“Why was she being very annoying?” I muttered while walking to my apartment.The driver was still there, perhaps he got an order from Nath not to leave until I entered inside the building. When I saw Betty standing beside my door, I knew I was going to have a l
Nathaniel’s PovI was having my bath when I heard my phone ring from inside my room. I didn’t have any meetings as I had wanted to rest after having a busy day so I wondered who could be calling.Curiosity got the better part of me and so I had to hurry up with washing up. The caller didn’t stop calling even when he or she didn’t get a response and that again made me hurry up. I came out of the washroom with a towel in my hand and walked over to where I left my phone on the bed.I checked the caller to my surprise, it was Ray who was calling. I kind of smiled but if you ask me, I do not know why I smiled but I did. I answered the call expecting her to speak in her usual way and she didn’t disappoint me, she has never actually.She told me about visiting her Mom which I didn’t argue about because I had thought about asking her but it skipped my mind even when we were together the whole day. I had asked her what her Mom loved but she said we were going to talk about it later.What made
Rayner’s PovEverything was irritating to me and I just wanted to disappear but I have Nath here with me so I can’t. I was just so sad knowing I lied to Mom and Nath too. Yeah, I have done some stuff to Mom that she didn’t like but so far, this is just the biggest.The fact that Nath was lying with so much confidence to Mom got to me, but what could I do? Nothing. He was doing me a favor, just like I was doing him a favor. At some point, I was finding it very difficult to breathe because the lies were choking me.A part of me was glad that although Mom suspected something, she didn’t drag it much cause Nath’s lies were very convincing. I continued to pretend everything was okay till we left Mom’s place. Nath drove me to my place and when I was about to step down, he asked me if he should go while he sent someone to come pick me up or I would rather pick a few things and follow him home. I picked the latter cause I just didn’t want to face his Aunt alone.He waited for me outside whil
Rayner’s Pov“Good morning.” I greeted Nath as soon as I came out of my room.He had called me on the phone earlier to get dressed and after giving me a few hours, he called me again to come outside as he had someone to introduce to me. As an obedient contract marriage partner, I came out.“Done dressing up?” Nath asked me.“Yes,” I replied.Nath kept looking at me like he was lost in his thoughts. When he didn’t say anything after a few seconds, I waved at him and he blinked.“I am so sorry. I got carried away thinking about something,” he said.“It's fine, so, what do you intend to show me?”“Your driver, he is outside, can we go?” he stretched his hand toward me with his palm open and I took it.Was he acting more gentle than before or was I just overthinking? We got outside and a face I had never seen before was standing beside the BMW x7 that was usually used to pick me up.“This is your driver, Joel, Wherever you want to go, he will be the one to take you. Please Ray, always mak
Nathaniel’s PovI had called Ray earlier to get ready so she could go see Mac Jayson and spend some time with him. I gave her a few hours and I called her again and she said she had dressed already so I left my room to meet her.When Ray opened the door and came out of her room, she looked very beautiful and I must say that I got lost staring at her. I knew she was beautiful before then but the beauty I was seeing while I stood in front of her was beyond what I had seen before.I kept looking at her, fantasizing and complimenting her in my head when I saw her wave her hands in my face. I quickly responded to what she said and after that, I took her outside to introduce her driver to her.She left and I couldn’t clear her beautiful face off my head. I went to the company where Davis informed me about the interview I was supposed to have at a media house but I told them to come to Blue Nath and they were already waiting for me to arrive.I got there and the arrangement began immediately
Rayner’s PovGetting a contract from Nath’s business partner was not something I had ever imagined although Betty had told me I could get a lot of such opportunities but I still didn’t think about it.Mr. Nelson kept saying a big contract but I still couldn’t get a glimpse of the big he was referring to. Would he get more gadgets than Nath from us? Over the years, Nath’s request has been the highest which is one of the reasons Director Kim would do anything to get it.And besides being the highest, it adds to Cee Enterprises' name.“I will send you the design of the computer I have and then will we continue from there. Good luck.” Mr. Nelson said before he left.The other men with him have assured me that they were going to get to me if they needed any gadget. They left before us and after a while, Nath asked if they would leave. The truth is, I have been thinking about work and the fact that I haven’t gotten any client in a while was killing me.But I think right now I will say, you
Rayner’s PovI was matching out of Nath’s room with so much energy, my heart jumping with so much joy inside of me while his heart was broken, I don’t know though. I opened the door and as soon as dropped my first step outside Nath’s room, I saw Aunt Eli looking at me.I jumped up and almost screamed but I managed to control myself.“Aunt Eli, you scared me,” I said holding my chest. I heard Nath rushing to the door.Aunt Eli smiled, “I am sorry, Ray. I didn’t mean to.” She apologized, but I still haven’t gotten myself back.“Aunt is everything okay?” Nath asked her from behind me.Aunt Eli nodded, “Yes, everything is okay. I was just so surprised to be told by the maid that Ray was inside your room like it’s the first time since she came here.” Aunt Eli said.I moved my hand to my back hiding the agreement file in my hand, she must not see it. “Umh, yes, I went in to ask him about something.” I came up with an excuse.“That’s great. Since the both of you are now engaged and live in t
Rayner’s Pov“Wow, it's good to see you back to work again,” Carista exclaimed as she ran toward me to hug me.“I have missed everyone so so much,” I said patting her back.“You are looking very beautiful,” He bit her finger and then continued, “Perhaps, I would take a week off, I am looking like a shadow of myself right now.” She said.“You can say whatever you want to say, but I will be honest with you. You still look amazing. Also, I didn’t intentionally leave work. I had some engagement, and then I brought good news, which would be made known later.” I explained to her.“Alright then, I can’t wait to know what it is,” Carista said with a hopeful smile on her face.“Director Kim?” I asked her.“He is in his office. Since you left, he has always been angry at everyone and he has a lot of work to do with no one to share it with.” Carista crossed her hands over her chest and gently shaking her head, she said, “The man is going through a lot right now.” She turned to me, “But thank goo
Rayner's PovKen dropped me off at my apartment before he left. As soon as I shut the door, I fell on the floor. My head banged, my eyes hurt but I couldn't find the strength to stop crying.The pain was one I didn't think I would ever go through. Catching Daniel in the act was painful but the one with Nath was more painful even when I didn't see him in bed with Natasha.I cried until I slept off, then woke up and continued. My phone vibrated, and I tried to see who was calling me.I pressed the power button of my phone and the screen lit up. The light from the screen almost blinded my eyes and so I quickly shut my eyes.I opened it gently, opening and closing it immediately till I could finally open it very well. It was Mum who was calling. I was in the mood to talk to her so I gently locked my phone.I managed to stand up from the floor right behind the door where I had cried and fell asleep. I walked to the bathroom, took a cold bath and went to my room.I fell on the bed, putting
"Miss Rayner, are you okay now?" Ken asked me.Ken had parked the car by the roadside and stepped out. I noticed he stood behind the car while I cried my eyes and heart out.My eyes became heavy, and not only that, it started to ache me, but I didn't stop crying. I asked myself a lot of questions that I couldn't answer.It felt like I had been betrayed. Like I had been used to while away time. I didn't have to think about it much; the lady Nath held was Natasha.The sight of how he held her hands so dearly flashed before my eyes, and that caused me to cry even harder.I was considering stopping when Ken came to the window and asked me if I was okay. I wiped the tears on my face, sniffed, and nodded slowly.Ken turned around and entered the driver's seat. He looked at me for a few seconds before he started the car."Where do you want to go Miss Rayner?" Ken asked.He didn't move the car till I responded. "I want to go back home," I informed him.He nodded and moved the car. The car rem
Rayner’s PovI lifted the upper part of my body from the bed immediately I woke up and it came with a banging sound on my head. I lay down again and shut my eyes. Perhaps, I got up too early, just right after I woke up.I took in deep breaths as I waited for the headache to relieve me a little so I could do my chores and get out to achieve my goal for the day. A smile broke out from my face as the memories of Nath and I came to my mind.The previous night, I had thought about what it would be like to talk with Nath again. I didn’t know for how long I was lost in thought but I eventually slept off while still thinking. I panicked because I didn’t know what it would be like to be in the same space with Nath again.My greatest fear was how he would react. Would Nath be calm so we could talk calmly or he would be aggressive toward me for wanting to divorce him which led to the accident that almost cost him his life?My thoughts all through the previous night ran wild. A lot of things goin
Rayner’s PovI entered the department with a bright smile on my face. The first thing on my mind was to record the huge sales I had made and then plan the next day. I felt it would be a long day for me so I needed to plan it.I input my sale on my profile and right before my eyes, my point from from seventy-eight to eighty-five. I blinked severally to be certain I wasn’t seeing the wrong numbers but I saw right. I jumped up and spun taking my time to move my leg as I further danced.Something that looked so impossible was something I was got with so much ease. I thanked Nath in my heart before I moved my chair backward to sit down. As I moved my head, the side of my eyes caught Christy's eyes on me. She looked at me with so much hatred that I could tell if she had the power, she would have killed me.I intentionally lifted my head, looked at her, and then gave her a bright smile revealing my teeth to her. She looked at me from head to toe with her lips tightly closed and then looked a
Rayner’s Pov“Welcome once again to Cee Enterprises Sir.” I greeted the man who sat opposite me.He beamed with a smile as he grinned from ear to ear, his legs were crossed with one resting on the other while he relaxed his back on the chair. I smartly put away all the business papers with me.It was time to know who the man was and who directed him to me. I also relaxed on the chair as I remembered the lesson Nath had taken me through some time ago. He requested a glass of water and rather than taking his orders, I called someone else to get the water.“So, you are Mrs Blackwood?” He asked as if surprised to see who gets to be called Mrs. Blackwood.I smiled while he also smiled. Because the person who I asked to get us water brought two bottles, I took my time to open mine, and sip from it before I replied to him.“Well, you do not have to be so surprised or do you think I am not worthy of being the wife of Nathaniel Blackwood?” I asked.I was being careful with my words. I didn’t w
Rayner’s Pov“Another day to face some ugly faces,” I muttered as I opened my eyes.I quickly got dressed and headed to work, the previous day's drama from Henry had made me get to the office late which I didn’t want to happen again.Henry kept calling me all through the night but when I didn’t take his call, he sent a text message that claimed he wanted to apologize for what he did but I didn’t care. He was out of my life and I didn’t want to hear from him anymore.I got to the office before everyone and I was glad I did. It was a good opportunity for me to sort out my files and the clients the delivery team had yet to send their gadgets. I began as soon as I sat down and before the next person entered, I was halfway done.Soon the office became full and everyone was busy. I could see the shock on Christy’s face when she saw me already at the office and even busy. I sent the clients that are yet to receive their gadgets a text. I wanted all my clients to get their good before I would
Rayner's Pov“You are? Who is the lucky guy?” Ken asked, his eyes glistening as he blinked.He looked like a baby who had seen his favorite food and couldn't help but jump around happily.I bit my lower lip, lost in thought, as I looked for the best way to put it to Ken so he wouldn't misunderstand me. At last, I found a way."The guy from this morning. Nathaniel Blackwood, it was a contract marriage thing which I didn't want to do in the first place but later went for it cause of my job and promotion which did not even go through along the line, I fell for him but we were in a contract marriage so I have to follow the rules.""These few days, I thought my feelings for him were dead, but seeing him today, I knew I still love him." I sunk into the car seat my gaze through the window as my heart aches with worry.Ken bit his fingers, his eyes on the wheel as he thought about something before he turned to me."Do you want to go back to him?" He asked genuinely. His eyes told me he had a
Rayner’s Pov“Hmmm.” I breathed out, tired and confused.I had just one person I could talk to and that was Ken. Betty was busy with her life and I understood that setting up a family wasn't an easy peasy.“Ken? Can I talk to you? I need your opinion on something.” I said after I had mustered all the courage I had left in me.I barely knew Ken but it felt like I had known him for a long time. I genuinely respected his help and if he didn't look so young, I would have concluded he liked me and just wanted to get close to me.“Yes, Miss Rayner. Always feel free to discuss anything you find disturbing and want to share.” Ken said to me with a smile that revealed his not-too-white teeth.I faked a smile and turned to the window which Ken had earlier let down so a fresh breeze would stamp my face and give me that refreshed breath and look.I took in a deep breath and then breathed out heavily. I was ready to tell Ken what my thoughts were about everything.“Say you have been so unlucky in
Nathaniel’s Pov“Mr. Blackwood, the cup is filled,” Davis called out to me when I didn’t stop as I filled my cup with tea.My mind was filled with a lot of thoughts, not about the same thing but about different things, but it all linked to one thing: Rayner. I couldn’t stop myself as I thought about our meeting and Why the heavens allowed us to meet.Davis had noticed my mood as soon as I stepped into the office and had refused to leave my sight. It’s good to have staff who have been with you for a long time and are very familiar with your mood.I had volunteered to get my cup filled myself, although Davis requested to help me, but I declined. I looked at the floor and it was a mess. I shut my eyes in regret, but it couldn’t be compared to how overwhelmed I felt.I felt worked up but I couldn’t give a good reason why. The clients I was in so much hurry to meet couldn’t make it, and that made me sad. I would have waited for Max to get done with the car; I wouldn’t have gotten in contac