Scarlett POVWhen he finished, he set aside the scrub and carried me to the shower."We'll stand and have a shower together. Standing isn't difficult, right? Or should I carry you?" He asked as he positioned me under the shower.I shook my head, and he switched on the shower, immediately drenching us both with water.The water was warm and soothing. I had missed bathing under a shower since I had been using a bathtub here.My hair was drenched, and water ran down from my hair to my face and down my body.Water kept spewing from the shower onto us, and he pulled me close to him, resting my head on his chest as we bathed together.His left hand was wrapped around my waist, and we stood like that for a while. Then he held my hand, which was hugging him."Four months before you start having a bump in your stomach," he whispered into my ear, bringing my hand to the front, away from his back.He guided my hand downwards until I touched it, his hard dick.I froze, biting my bottom lip as he u
Scarlett's POVI woke up alone in bed and rubbed my eyes sleepily, feeling a bit disoriented.Ryan was no longer in bed. When I turned around, I saw him already dressed, knotting his gold-colored necktie. He wore tight-fitting white pants, a white long-sleeve shirt, and a suit with black laces at the back and front.His neatly brushed hair was slicked back. After finishing with his tie, he walked over to the counter and picked up his gold watch, putting it on his wrist.I caught a glimpse of a slightly ajar door and was surprised to see another room within his room. It was like a well-organized boutique, with clothes and shoes neatly lined up on shelves and in various closets. No wonder his outfit looked amazing. If only I had woken up earlier to see him getting ready. Oh well, at least I didn't wake up and find him gone."Would you be leaving soon?" I asked, turning my attention back to him. He looked up from what he was doing and noticed me."You're awake," he simply said before retu
Scarlett's POVWhen we broke away from the hug, I poured out my feelings to him. "I came with Ryan, but he left without me. The security gave me a hard time, and I feel really depressed right now," I confessed truthfully.Jayden glanced at me as I had a sad pout on my lips. Then, he turned to the security personnel.Suddenly, I heard the sound of chairs shifting. When I turned, I saw only the heads of the security guards behind the counter because they were all on their knees.Jayden faced me again and inquired, "What did they do?""He said I'm here for charity help since I don't have an ID, and he sent me out before you came in," I explained. Jayden's face contorted in a frown."Who sent you out?" he asked, and I turned to the security personnel. The insolent man had a pleading look on his face, but he avoided eye contact with me.I walked back to him and pointed, while Jayden nodded in understanding."Come out," Jayden ordered, and the security guard immediately stood up and walked
Scarlett's POVAfter leaving Ryan's office, I headed for the elevator. There were others in the elevator too, so I stood at a corner, patiently waiting to reach the tenth floor where I was going.When the elevator reached the tenth floor, only a few people remained inside. I stepped out with a heap of papers in my hands.The corridor here was crowded with people running about. I was walking on my own when a lady suddenly bumped into me. It was unexpected, and I almost lost my balance. The papers I held went flying out of my hand and scattered all over the floor.I turned to the lady who had bumped into me and saw her packing her littered files. Hurriedly, I began packing mine while people passing by avoided stepping on and ruining the papers. Unfortunately, some people trampled on them without any care.As we were picking up the files, the crowd in the corridor started to thin out. The lady's papers that had dropped weren't as numerous as mine, and in no time, she was done picking her
Ryan's POVAs soon as I ended the call with Scarlett, I dashed out of my office and hurried into the elevator. It would take me to the tenth floor where Scarlett was.I didn't want to hear any heart-wrenching stories, and I knew I shouldn't have allowed Scarlett to fight. Even though she was only two months pregnant, a forceful kick or blow to her stomach could lead to a miscarriage.I hadn't really considered the consequences before giving her permission to fight. I hoped I wouldn't regret it.When the elevator doors opened, I stepped into the crowded corridor on the tenth floor. It dawned on me that the commotion going on was no ordinary fight.I maneuvered my way through the occupied crowd, trying to go unnoticed.As soon as I came out in front of the crowd, I winced as Scarlett's opponent delivered a kick to her stomach.I clenched my fist beside me while Scarlett released her grip on the lady, her hands protectively clutching her stomach.My teeth were gritted as I watched her sl
Ryan's POVWhenever I remember how she kicked Scarlett's stomach, it makes me want to kill her, but I restrain myself. The security team will handle her."Is it helping?" I asked, looking up at Scarlett. Her closed eyes opened in response.She nodded as our eyes met, and she gently sat up."I'm glad I was able to beat her because if I hadn't, the pain of her slap wouldn't have left me," she said. I managed a small smile."There will be no more fighting from today onward. You're almost three months pregnant, so it's better to start taking care of yourself," I advised, standing up from my crouched position.I picked up the hoodie and placed it on her, then pulled a chair closer and sat, quietly observing her."Scarlett?" I called, and she turned to me."Come here," I motioned for her to join me, and she stood up and walked over. I patted my thighs, indicating for her to sit.After she sat, I wrapped my arms around her waist and pulled her closer, resting my face in the crook of her neck
Scarlett POVAfter I left Ryan's office, an anonymous voice announced through the speakers about a second meeting, and everyone began leaving their offices. Perhaps they had only taken a break from the first meeting they were having when I arrived.Feeling hurt, I found a seat and sat down. I despised Ryan and didn't want to see him again. He was the reason I was in pain right now.It wasn't just because he had been drinking too much of my blood, but because I could feel his thoughts. I don't know how it happened, but I think I tapped into his deepest thoughts, and that's what hurt me.I realized that the care he was showing me was solely because I was pregnant. It wasn't as though I hadn't known, but it still pained me to know that he could still hurt me if his child wouldn't be affected by it.The pain was overwhelming, but I tried to hold back my tears as I remained seated, gazing outside.Lately, my nerves had been acting strangely, urging me to cry. So, I gave in and let the tear
Scarlett POVThey obviously weren't discussing food in a company meeting with renowned individuals all over."Oh my gosh," I grumbled in embarrassment."Why did you show that to me?" I turned to Jayden, feeling embarrassed."You had two options. One was about what they've been discussing, while the other is about what you want, and you choose what you want," he said, grinning, and I gritted my teeth before hitting him on the shoulder.I turned away from him when I heard the speaker saying, "That's the last question we'll be having for today; it's time for refreshments." The speaker announced before walking away, but the laughter in the hall didn't die down, even the speaker was also laughing. Everyone was obviously happy, making me shy as I saw them glancing back at me. No one had expected that to be my question, I have just lightened their serious mood."All thanks to you, we'll be having lunch early today," Jayden whispered into my ear, and I turned to him."What do you mean?" I ask