A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FORTY NINETHEME: A sham CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA THE GOLDEN RESTAURANTTiana had no idea how she was to console her friend. She wondered what could have happened to make Raven break down so hard. Tiana had always known the lady to be strong, she wasn't the type to let her guard down or try to seek for pity. It had been one of the reasons why she respected Raven so much because you would never tell she was going through so much until you probe her. But seeing her in such sore mood, it was obvious the Crawfords had hurt her so bad.Tiana smacked a fist against her palm, she was so going to rip their hair off whenever she got a hold of any of them. Raven didn't deserve to be treated unfairly by anyone but she deserved to be taken care of for all the trouble she had had to endure.“That's okay. Raven. What happened? Please talk to me mama." Tiana murmured as she pulled Raven to herself.Raven sniffed. “Is it m
A DEAL WITH A BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FIFTYTHEME: Wedding Jitters CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA RAVEN MCKENNA HOME The day moved past so fast, Raven could almost swear she didn't have a good sleep as it felt like she might have a mental breakdown. She had asked for a day off after giving an excuse that she needed to be with her son urgently.Knowing Allen well he wouldn't let her off without a cogent reason as to why he had to give her a day off work, since she was most relevant in the kitchen. However, he didn't bother to ask for any further reason when she had mention Rowan. He even went ahead to send his regard.The wedding dress she had picked had been delivered to the house as promised by Hope. She was more awed when she saw the first box sent to her by Ava. The box had a silver buckled heel in it that fitted her so perfectly, the earrings, necklace and wristwatch she had put in was beautiful and it was complete diamond.Raven tried not to
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FIFTY ONETHEME: Christopher’s frustration CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CHRISTOPHER CRAWFORD APARTMENTChristopher twisted and turned in the suit pants. The suit seem too tight and unfitting but deep down within him, he knew there was nothing wrong with the outfit. He was just too nervous and was trying to take out his frustration on the poor pants.He glanced towards the door again. He had been expecting Benjamin to show up like an hour ago, but he hadn't heard from him and it only put him on the edge. All through the night he was having silly thoughts on something going wrong, his father finding out about the fake marriage and taking away all of his inheritance. He had even thought of Raven running away claiming she wasn't interested anymore and his mind raced through so many things.Finally the door opened to show Benjamin smiling widely like a joker. “Guess who is here?! Benjamin Williams! Did you miss me?
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FIFTY TWOTHEME: A Private Registry CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA AT THE REGISTRYWhen Raven got to the registry, the whole of Crawford's family were already in line waiting, with Matthew and Benjamin including. They had all left their work to attend to the wedding. Perks of owning a family company, you can leave just when you like and want.Stepping out of the car and seeing all of their gazes on her, except for Christopher of course who was so concentrated on his phone and Ashley who had decided to pay mind to Eisner's well combed hair.Raven let her gaze down, feeling her nerves gets jumbled up as she walked closer to them with her mom and son behind her.All of a sudden, Hope held a hand to her mouth. “Wow! Raven, you look so breathtaking.” She complimented.“I knew you were going to make a beautiful bride, but this..." Ava gestured towards her perfectly made up face and outfit. “this is absolute
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FIFTY THREETHEME: Cold hearted ChristopherCONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CRAWFORD MANSIONWhen Hope had informed Raven that they were going to have a small dinner for everyone in attendant at the wedding, she didn't tell her or probably forgot to tell her that they were going to have a fully decorated table with exotic flower designs and another filled with different mouth watering delicacies at their backyard.Everywhere was littered with beautiful white roses making it all seem real like an actual wedding. About four people stood around ushering them to their expected seats and the tables were arranged into fours. Christopher and Raven had the chairs at the edge facing the whole family. When they all settled, Christopher stood up with a glass of champagne in hand.Clearing his throat he looked around at the gathering. “I would like to make a toast on behalf of I and my pretty wife here..." He said by turning t
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FIFTY FOURTHEME: Diamond ringCONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CRAWFORD MANSION“I am so going to murder, Tiana!” She grumbled, Tiana’s name coming out in a muffled tone.“Isn’t that too soon?” Christopher muttered as he stood in front of her with his hands in his pocket and his eyes throwing daggers at her.Raven’s eyes rounded like saucers seeing Christopher in front of her with the malicious look in his eyes. She had almost jumped out of her skin with the low growl of his voice.‘Does he always take delight in bullying others?’ She thought to herself.“What?" She yelled in a whisper, looking frantically at the environment.“Didn't you just threaten to murder me?" Christopher barked in a low tone.Raven shut her eyes and inhaled deeply. “You really must think so highly of yourself. I wasn't even thinking about you."“Then who is it you intend to choke to death?"“How is that any of your business?" She queried in
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (A Contract Marriage) EPISODE FIFTY FIVE THEME: Separate rooms CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CRAWFORD MANSION "This is so ridiculous!" Ashley exclaimed in annoyance as she slumped into the seat next to her husband. She couldn't believe anyone would have the guts to walk up to her and make such demands as becoming friends with Raven. Maybe she was a little bit harsh, she knew. However, people like Raven aren't to be shown mercy and it wasn't her fault that she had it all. The Tiana girl was fearless and wasn't bothered of herself getting embarrassed after accosting her in such manner. “What's the matter baby?" Matthew asked her looking worried. Thinking for a moment, she shook her head. "You know what? It is nothing really. We should get the kids, I feel tired." She told him not wanting to counter her intuitions yet. Matthew didn't try to ask further what was wrong with her or that had gotten her pissed. "Give me a minute." He told her
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE FIFTY SIXTHEME: A Beamer CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CHRISTOPHER CRAWFORD APARTMENT Raven felt an head ache as she fluttered her eyes open and for a moment she was confused on where she was before staring back at her hand. Seeing the shiny Diamond ring reminded her of what she had gotten herself into. Trying not to shake her head too much, she grabbed her pause and pulled her phone out to check the time. It was past five and if she didn't move fast enough she was going to be late for work. Raven entered the bathroom hurriedly, she heaved a sigh of relief when she noticed the different set of bath and hair soaps for use. She decided to take a quick bath and wash her hair and then get driven home to change. She could get the clothes later in the evening when she got off work.She stepped out of the bathroom with a towel to dry off her hair when attention drifted to the closet and curiosity took the better of he
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (A Contract Marriage) EPISODE HUNDRED AND SEVENTEEN THEME: EPILOGUE CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA A YEAR LATER "I can't believe I get to be the first person to cook for your guest and be your head chef right here too!" Tiana screamed as she awed at the delicate designs of Raven’s restaurant. “It’s so unfair that you knew about this and didn't think to tell me about it." Raven argued. "Have you gone bad on understanding simple words. It was a surprise. A surprise!" Tiana chuckled at her own words. They were doing the grand opening of Raven’s restaurant. Raven looked around reminiscing on how far she had come within a year. When they returned home from Brooklyn, Raven told christopher about Jacob’s return and they had asked him to come over to Connecticut and discuss how they would go about co-parenting. Jacob had been devastated at the news because he had been hopeful on Raven getting back with him. Since it wasn't going to be as
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (A Contract Marriage) EPISODE HUNDRED AND SIXTEEN THEME: Can second chance ever have a chance? BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA. "Rowan, baby. Come help me out here." Raven called out to her son. He had asked for an early breakfast. She had obliged to his request, but she was feeling sort of tired and needed some things to be handed to her. Instead Rowan mused in reply. He had been at the window all morning staring out like he was expecting someone. “Did your dad say he was coming today?" Raven asked him as she whisked eggs to pour in some flour. He had requested for pancakes. All of a sudden Rowan yelled out of excitement. “Grandma!” He ran towards the door. "Grandma?" Raven muttered. And just as she looked up from the bowl she had in hand. Rowan had opened the door and jumping at her mother. Raven gasped in shock when she saw every member of the Crawford family and Benjamin behind her mother. Each of them strolling into the house. She abandoned the bow
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (A Contract Marriage) EPISODE HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN THEME: Raven is pregnant. CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA Eva couldn't bring herself to fall asleep after receiving Rowan's call. When she checked the time it was past eleven and it was impossible and disturbing if she tried calling Christopher. Instead she had turned all through the night till she got carried away by the sleep. When she opened her eyes again, the bed stand time read 5:30 a.m and she didn't care anymore if it was too early. She dialed Christopher's number and he picked up on the first ring. ‘Good morning, Christopher. I know this might seem too early. But I really need to talk to you.’ She ranted into the receiver. ‘Good morning to you too Eva. What's the matter?’ Christopher sounded very awake. He must have been up earlier than Eva had imagined. ‘Rowan called last night!’ She told him. ‘What? When? What did he say?!’ He asked anxiously. ‘I would tell you on the way. But ho
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE HUNDRED AND FOURTEENTHEME: Rowan’s decision BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA.Raven cried persistently, her cries seeping through the walls of the bathroom to the room. Despite her attempt to muffle the sound just to prevent her son from hearing, Rowan laid on the bed pretending to be asleep and he could hear her cries. This had become a regular pattern for her every night, she would cry for some long minutes, at times she would remain there close to an hour just shedding tears.The little boy was getting tired of his mother’s consistent sadness and wished he could tell it to someone. He had thought of informing his father about it but Rowan knew better. He had seen the tension and heard the stiffness in their voices whenever they were together. Rowan loves his mother, he knew how much she endures to make sure he was fine. And he had never seen her so disheartened before. He felt her weight when she returned to the bed, noticing
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE HUNDRED AND THIRTEENTHEME: Mother and son BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA.Rowan stared at his mother as she picked on her food. She hadn't been eating much for days now. He had asked her countless of times if she was sick but she always responded otherwise. When he had been in the room with her, she must have thought he was asleep as she spoke to Tiana and informed her of the pregnancy saying it is the reason behind her constant early morning sickness.Rowan didn't understand most of the conversation, but one thing was clear to him—his mother was pregnant. His father Jacob had been away for a few days and Rowan had began missing him already. He had grown accustomed to his presence within a short period of time."Why won't you and Dad get married?" He questioned out of the blue.Raven stared at him with an open eye. "What are you talking about Rowan?" She had been too lost in her thought that she wasn't paying much mind to him.R
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE HUNDRED AND TWELVETHEME: Let’s get back together, Raven. BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, USA. TWO WEEKS LATER“Please ensure he doesn't play any sort of game that would stress him or cause his blood to pump too much." Raven told Jacob as she brushed through Rowan's hair.Ever since Rowan met his father, he had been spending maximum time with him. And Jacob took every advantage of the boy’s enthusiasm to walk his way into their lives. He began dropping by everyday since Rowan hadn't started school yet and made it easy for him to move around with his father.Raven didn't join them and always waited till Rowan got back. Somehow she trusted Jacob to take care of her son. Since they came to Brooklyn about two weeks ago, she still hasn't gotten over the breakage of her supposed marriage. Every night she wailed wishing everything would change. However, her ego wouldn't let her reach out to him or any other person in connection to him
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE(A Contract Marriage)EPISODE HUNDRED AND ELEVENTHEME: It was just a contract CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CRAWFORD MANSION“Raven and Rowan are missing.”The whole room went silent as their eyes popped out in shock. Christopher wished he could turn back the hands of time and not say a word to them. He blamed himself for asking them to meet up, he should have waited to hear from the police. The looks on their faces made him want to run far away.“Wh...what do you mean by they are missing?" Eva stuttered, her face devoid of any color.Christopher held his hands to the back. It’s now or never. “I wish I can explain in detail. I am sorry I lied to you all. They have both been missing since Tuesday and I can't reach Raven up until now."“Will you stop this nonsense right this minute young man!" James slammed his palms on the table in anger. "Why would you joke with something as delicate as this?"Christopher sighed. “This isn't a joke
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (A Contract Marriage) EPISODE HUNDRED AND TEN THEME: Christopher’s Regret CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA CHRISTOPHER CRAWFORD APARTMENT Christopher tossed and turned on the bed as he checked the time again. He had slept in all through Friday and Saturday after Jessica left. Seeing Raven had been gone for too long, he knew it was time he let the rest of the family know what was going on. The day had refused to break since he went to sleep. Instead of waiting till dinner, he decided they should all have a Sunday breakfast. He had texted his parents and siblings not excluding Eva that he and Raven had some important news to share. And they couldn't wait till dinner when all of the Crawford were expected to meet. All his life Christopher had never felt so lost. Within few days his whole life tumbled down the hill and gave his heart bruises. He missed Raven so much that it hurts. Checking the time it was six in the morning. Deciding not to go bac
A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (A Contract Marriage) EPISODE HUNDRED AND NINE THEME: Jessica’s Confession Tiana moved past Benjamin to see the shattered glasses on the floor. “Are you okay Chris?” she asked. “I am fine!” Christopher responded still not taking his eyes off Jessica. “Oh that’s the bitch?!” Tiana queried as she made an attempt to run at Jessica. Benjamin caught her midway and held her in place. “Behave yourself.” He purred into her ears as his hands was weaved perfectly around her waist. “Okay. Fine. Let me go.” Tiana gritted. Jessica stared at the room as she wondered what was going on. “Chris, did you ask your friends to come gang up against me?” She let out a snort. “Wow. I am so disappointed. You know we could sort this out on our own.” Christopher ignored her as he took a seat on one of the couches. Tiana copied his movement and only Benjamin walked towards Jessica handing her the documents he had previously shown Christopher. “You might want to see this.” He