Rayner’s PovI was having a nice time with Betty when Nath came and asked us to speak in his room. I followed him and there he told me who was behind it. I was furious to find out Katherine was the one who had told the media.“How dare Katherine?” I yelled with so much anger that I stopped Nath from saying whatever he was saying.“Calm down my little tigress, I have asked Davis to deal with her, but if you want to deal with her yourself, I can ask him to wait,” Nath said looking into my eyes.Nath just called me a tigress? Is that how I truly look before him? Well, I will deal with that the next time he would say it but for now, I have to give Katherine a satisfying punishment since I am being asked.I ignored his comment about the little tigress. “I would love to see her scream in pain while I give her a deafening slap. I will only be satisfied when I do that,” I informed Nath.“Okay then, would you like to go right now or make it tomorrow? I can tell Davis to just keep her behind ba
Rayner’s PovThe last few days have been peaceful with no drama at all. After the engagement and Katherine’s drama, everyone returned to minding their business. For Katherine, Nath has kept her behind bars and has refused her family from seeing her.Cee Enterprise tried to intervene but Nath refused to listen. Director Kim never stopped begging me to talk to Nath but I couldn’t because he was always busy with work and we barely even saw each other and only talked through text.Nath always texted me every evening to check on me, and I was happy with the new development. However, the media house that published the news had to delete it when Nath threatened to sue them.I was at work when I received a text from Nath. “You should pick up your wedding dress today, the wedding is in two days.”I love the fact that Nath got to realize that I tend to forget whatever he has told me so long as it has to do with the wedding. I sighed, I had gone for the third fitting for the wedding dress cause
Rayner’s PovI could hear a lot of beeping sounds around me. I was conscious but hadn’t opened my eyes to see where I was.“Where am I?” I asked myself without saying a word.I couldn’t hear anyone speaking beside the beeping sound coming from only heaven knew. I gradually tried to open my eyes and bit by bit I began to see where I was. When my eyes were fully opened, it dawned on me that I was at the hospital.How could I forget, I was being strangled to death by my ex-boyfriend before someone came to my rescue, was it Nath? I really couldn’t tell because my vision was blurred by the time the person entered.I tried to look around to see if there was anyone in the room so I could tell the person I was awake but my body was still. I couldn’t move my body or rather, I couldn’t feel my body anymore.“Help!!!” I managed to scream with my croaked voice.“Hey Rayner, how are you feeling?” I saw Nath from the corner of my eyes lift his head.“Nath, I can’t feel my body anymore.” I cried out
Rayner’s PovNath never returned after he left with Aunt Eli, what was I expecting anyway, that he would care for me? Hahaha, Rayner, get out of that illusion. He is only a contract marriage partner, and we are done as soon as the contract time is over.Betty stayed with me and when Jeff called her, he requested to speak with me too. I was glad Betty had finally found someone who would care for her and everyone around her, I am the only one left to get myself a good partner.I won’t think much about it because as soon as I get out of this contract, I will attend as many dates as I can. I must end up with a good man. Mac Jayson left the previous day as soon as we were done eating or rather before we were done.He got a call and he had to attend but I was glad he came around, that’s more important. And for the food, I am not going to tell a lie while I am still at the hospital, I enjoyed every bit of it and the time we spent together.“Hey Rayner, what are you thinking about?” Betty who
Rayner’s PovI woke up feeling refreshed, the bed in my room at Nath’s place was way softer than the one I had slept on in the hospital. It was the wedding day and I wasn’t excited because it was the wedding day but I was excited because I would finally be getting the contract from Nath.At long last, in a few days, I will become the president of the business management department, a position that is a step away from that of Director Kim. Yes, it’s the beginning of joy for me and I won’t joke with it.I will finally be able to make a big step in my dream after the wedding today. Betty was still sleeping so I gently shook her to wake her up.“Betty, it’s morning and the day of the wedding,” I whispered into her ears.Last night, I had thought I would see Nath before going to sleep but he didn’t return even till midnight. Maybe he is spending some time with his girls because there is no way he would be working that late.“Just go back to sleep, no one has come to wake us up,” Betty said
Rayner’s PovAunt Eli walked to the car I was in as I was told to wait till I was being told to come out. “Rayner, I have a surprise for you after the wedding. I need to go welcome my guest now.” She waved me bye and then entered into the crowd.I watched from the car as Nath exchanged pleasantries. It was funny how the people around me thought he was a good person because he spoke freely with them. Jeff came out to check on his girl, and I will be real with you, I love the fact that Betty has finally gotten herself a man and not some douche bag but then there was a tiny bit of jealousy inside of me.I wished I had also gotten myself a man who even if all these arrangements are playing out, would trust me not to do anything with Nath, and as soon as the contract is over, we will go back to being the thing we were and even get married.I kept watching as the people outside moved from exchanging pleasantries to gradually entering the church for the wedding process to begin. Soon a girl
Rayner’s Pov“Thank you,” I said joyfully almost jumping up.The only thing in my head was the fact that I would be president in a few days. Woah!!! It was the best feeling ever, I am not going to lie. That feeling you get when you have made another step in achieving a goal, that’s exactly how I feel.I was about to walk out of Nath’s room when he stopped me.“Rayner?” He called me, his voice so calm and peaceful.I stopped in my tracks as I turned to him, “How may I help you?” I was too happy to just be bored by the tone of his voice.“I am traveling out of Diavolo today, and will be back in a few days, there is a company I need to invest in at Oxagon and then I also have to check on my company over there.” He explained calmly.“It’s fine, it’s not like is my business anyway,” I said plainly.“I am sorry I will have to leave you alone on our wedding night, even though it’s a contract marriage, it would have been better if we spent time alone together just to make everyone think… you
Rayner’s PovI have only spent two working days at home and I was no longer comfortable. Just be in Nath's room all day and only get out when I want to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I informed Aunt Eli I would be resuming work and she didn’t argue.According to her in her words, “I have met with the weirdest couples ever.” Well, she would have understood if she knew what Nath and I were into. For Nath, he was still not back but he always called me.He calls me every morning and every evening. One of the days he called me, he said something that made me feel, I don’t know how I felt at that point, he said, “I kind of miss you, are you sure you are okay without me?” He said.Well you know, for a few seconds, I didn’t give him any response, I just kept quiet and he didn’t say anything too. When I was done processing what he said and reminding myself that this way Nathaniel Blackwood, I replied to him.“I am enjoying so much peace in your absence and I think you should stay some more
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