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Daniella's PovI find myself waking up to the knock on my door, I groaned as I sat up. I looked at the wall clock.7am.It feels like it's been a short night. The knock on the door came again, snapping me out of my thoughts. I came down from the bed and made my way to the door. I opened it to see it was Penelope.“Good morning Penelope.” I greeted with a small smile.“It's time to wish Natalia, come on.” Penelope gestured in excitement.I almost forgot about that!“Oh dear, Give me a sec.” I said and made my way to my bed.I grabbed my gown robe and made my way out to where Penelope was waiting for me outside. I almost came to a halt when I saw Javier standing right in front of Natalia's door with the cake we made last night.Thinking about last night made me recall our moment from last night and it brought some weird tingles. He signalled Penelope and I to come over already which we did. Reaching to where he stood was only when I found Juan standing there too, looking all profession
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Daniella's PovI am happy that Natalia’s so happy, she went over to her father after cutting the cake. I and Penelope started cutting it properly so it could reach all the kids. Looking up to see what father and daughter were up to, Javier's spinning Natalia in her arms while she giggled.I smiled on how happy they looked. Javier seemed to have stopped smiling with his gaze now shifted toward the main entrance. A frown evident on his face, it made me wonder what he could be frowning at. I followed his gaze through the crowd to see a woman standing at the main entrance door with a wrapped up shawl in her arms.Who is this woman? She looks oddly familiar from afar. Why does her presence seem to make Javier uneasy ?“Penelope, who's that?” I asked, my gaze still fixated on her.“Who’s what… Victoria?” Penelope gasped, and I looked at her in confusion.“Who is Victoria?” I couldn't help but ask since it's clear that she knows that woman as well.“That's… that's Javier's ex-wife, Natalia’
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Daniella's Pov“Apparently, her parents coerced her into the marriage because of my wealth. It was all about the money… all about it. But then and there I wanted to throw away all the confession she made if only she could look into my eyes and tell me she loved me a little bit. She didn't..” he said, looking all emotional.I really don't know what to say or how to react right now. How could I have known Javier is this broken on the inside?All the while I thought he would be the reason why his ex-wife left, but I was wrong. A part of me felt guilty for accusing him so wrongly in my thoughts.He had loved Victoria, I could see that in his glistening eyes as he told his story. He had loved her and she broke him beyond words. What could I do to console him?I found myself taking slow steps towards him and soon, I was beside him. With shaking hands, I gently guided his head to rest in the embrace of my arms.. Surprisingly, he didn't resist. “Do you know what hurt the most?” He asked and
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Javier’s PovI went over to my wine cellar and took out a bottle of my regular alcohol and a wine glass. Placing them on my desk, I poured some into my wine glass which I gulped down at once. It's been two hours since Dr. Montes came and took the blood sample of Victoria’s baby for a DNA test. Should the result turn out to be true, what should I do? How am I going to react to this sudden news?No. It can't be true. I know that I was drunk that night, but I'm almost certain I didn't touch Victoria. My train of thoughts was interrupted by a light knock at the door before it opened. I turned to see Daniella come in. She carried with her a tray containing a teapot set. My guess would be coffee in there. I haven't spoken to her after last night — probably couldn't look her in the eye now. I've just locked myself up in this study of mine, trying to distract myself from thoughts of Victoria and her mysterious child. So far it's not working. “I made you coffee.” She said, placing the tray
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Daniella's PovI carefully placed Natalia's head on her pillow, she had fallen asleep in my arms. I covered her up with the duvet before turning the lights off and leaving the bedside lamp on for her.I quietly made my way out of her room and down the stairs. I couldn't help but let my thoughts drift to the moment from earlier – how Natalia broke down emotionally, begging me to stay. At that moment, I knew I wasn't going to leave Natalia or this house.I know it's strange, but I'm attached to this family. No matter how many times I try to tell myself that I do not belong here. But Javier has welcomed Victoria back to the house, what does this mean for me?What if it means I won't have to stay here anymore?Why does the thought scare me?I made my way to the kitchen to get some water before heading to my room. I came to a halt on entering the kitchen. Victoria was at the counter, gulping down a glass of water.I doubt she's aware of my presence with her eyes closed. I should just ignor
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Javier's PovLeaving the dinner table, I made my way upstairs to my study to prepare for a meeting I'll be having with some new investors from England.I really don't know what's Victoria’s deal? What's she trying to do, impress me? I overheard Daniella and her making a fuss about who should be the one to call me down for breakfast. I was surprised when Daniella seemed offended by it and addressed me her husband. She had said that this marriage was only on paper, then why did she boldly address me as her husband?To be honest and for some strange reason, I liked the way she claimed me as her husband. It made my heart do skips, what should I call that feeling?A knock on my door pulled me back to reality. The door opened and Daniella walked in with a tray I presume, contained a cup of coffee. Seeing her now and recalling her words, it made my heart skip again.What should I call this?Yesterday, Juan had informed me that she didn't seem happy on hearing Victoria’s stay. So I had to e
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Javier's PovI've been in this meeting for hours now and it feels like my head could split it two from the migraine. I guess Juan noticed because he brought my pain relief pills which I thanked him for.Soon the meeting was over, everything had went well as planned. I glanced at my wrist watch – it's few minutes to dinner time – I need to get home soon.I got into the back seat of the car and we hit the road while I try to relax. I try to place my head on the headrest for a bit, the headache is still excruciating. The drive felt short to me, although it wasn't. Juan came down and opened the door for me.“Thank you.” I said to him as I came down.I made my way into the house, nobody seems to be in sight. I'll just go up to my room, have some warm bath and rest my head a little before I come down for dinner.“You're back.” I came to a halt when I heard Victoria’s voice behind me. I turn to see her standing a few feet away from me with a mischievous smile plastered to her face. I'm not
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Daniella's PovIt's been days now since my discussion with Penelope. I still find it hard to believe that I've actually fallen in love with Javier. Maybe I'm just imagining things.I got startled out of my thoughts when I heard the attic door creak open. I turned to see Javier enter the room. What's he doing here? How did he know where to find me?“So this is your special hideout, I see.” He said, walking in and viewing the place.My heart seemed to beat twice faster. For days now I've been avoiding him, escaping to the attic into the embrace of my drawings after I'm done settling Natalia for the day. Vain attempts to block out all the weird feelings I'm having lately.I watched him as he walked over to my already used canvas, inspecting the drawings out. His facial expressions every now and then tells me how impressed he is with my work.“You're really good at this.” He complimented, his gaze never leaving the canvas. My heart skipped. “Have you ever thought of displaying these in a
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Javier's Pov As Daniella's back touched my body slightly, I sensed her tension and smiled inwardly. Her awkward reactions to our proximity amused me, mirroring my own feelings. When she descended downstairs in her gown earlier, her beauty left me breathless."Let me help," I whispered, carefully unzipping her dress. My fingers brushed against the smooth bronze expanse of her back, sparking unexpected desire. Daniella's shoulders tensed, but she didn't turn. The soft lamp glow cast an intimate light, illuminating the uncharted territory of her bare skin.My gaze lingered, and my mind raced with the novelty of this moment. Daniella's silence was palpable, her tension alive between us as she waited for me to release the zipper. I cleared my throat, shaking off awkwardness, but hesitated to release my touch."I'm done," I said, controlling myself. "Oh." She murmured, turning slowly, avoiding eye contact. "Thank you."I smiled, leaving, but she stopped me with a grip on my shirt. "I...I
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Daniella's Pov “Thank you baby.” I said, giving a light pinch on her nose.“Don't thank me, thank papa. He came up with all the ideas.” Natalia said, making me spare a glance at him.Javier really did all these for me?That's so sweet of him..“Thank you.” I said, not wanting to meet his gaze while my heart raced like hell.“Now why don't we go get you ready so all the celebration will begin!” Helena said as she dragged me along with her towards the stairs, I couldn't help but glance back at Javier who was already looking at me.My heart raced even more, he was looking at me!“Wait, how do you know the way to my room?” I couldn't help but ask Helena when she successfully found my room without asking me for directions whatsoever.“When I arrived, Natalia gave me a tour around the house and your room was the first place she showed me.” She said.“I see.” I said as I walked into my room fully. I paused when I saw a big box with ribbons all over it on my bed.“Wow, a gift box?!” Helena s
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Javier's Pov I watched as her eyes widened as they strolled down to my bare chest, her face turning red as a tomato. I held myself from chuckling at her facial expression right now.“Oh my goodness!” She blurted out before jumping out of my arms, I couldn't help but chuckle inside at her awkwardness.“Sorry.” She mumbled, fumbling with her fingers and not wanting to make eye contact with me.Now, isn't that just cute?“I ask you again, what is it?” I said, putting on a shirt so she'd feel less embrassed.“I… I just saw a mouse.” She said, I frowned.“A mouse?” I asked to be sure of what I heard her say.“No, it's a giant barn rat… I think.” She said, looking here and there in the ground. “Let me see.” I said. I searched the corners of the room, but there was no sign of any rat or mouse. She didn't just lie about it so to jump into my arms, did she? “I guess I must've imagined it. I… I'll go grab a bottle of water from the kitchen.” She said and left the room rather hurriedly, not w
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Javier's Pov “After the prince saved both of his princesses, the other princess, princess Ella discovered how much she loved the prince and wished to express it. But, she was afraid to do so. One day she was walking down the hallway and she saw the prince, she greeted him and was about to walk away when the prince caught her and drew her closer to him. Their closeness was so intense that she thought he was going to kiss her.” Daniella narrated to Natalia.I’ve been watching them from the slightly open door of Natalia’s room. I wanted to come over to wish her a goodnight rest before I saw Daniella in there telling a bedtime story to Natalia who seemed so engrossed in her story telling.“Did the prince kiss her?” Natalia asked, I could sense the curiosity in her voice.“No, but, princess Ella thought he really would and felt disappointed so she mistakenly voiced out her thoughts. She felt embarrassed about it and ran away from the prince’s presence.” Daniella said.For some weird reaso
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Javier's Pov I couldn't help but steal glances at her from the corner of my eye throughout the ride back home. She was quiet, avoiding any eye contact with me and she seemed uncomfortable. What should I make of this? Does my presence affect her just like hers affects me? Does her heart race like hell like mine races for her right now? After my realization that I've fallen in love with her, I can't help but stare at her every now and then I can't stop thinking about her no matter what I do. She’s always in my head and I want to do nothing but confess the way I feel to her and give her a passionate kiss. But I worry if this feeling is one sided. Soon we arrived home, Juan opened the door for her. It feels so good to be home. We both made our way inside, but came to a halt when we saw everyone standing few feet away from the door, as if waiting for us the whole time – the housekeepers, nanny Penelope, Natalia. And Juan who joined them immediately. “Papa! Mama!” Natalia said, r
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Javier's Pov There were loud sounds I could hear in my subconsciousness, in the distance, like that of a blaring horn of a train.Wait, train? Daniella! Natalia! I forced my eyelids open and soon pains shot from my back head which I think should be because of whatever they had hit me with.“Wakey, wakey.” I looked up to see Carlos, grinning down at me. I made to throw my fist at his face and wipe that silly grin off, but I couldn't. I looked down to see my entire body restricted, tied to the chair I am in. Not surprised.“You know, sincerely speaking, I had hoped you wouldn't fall for my little tricks. But seeing the turn out of events, one would think that you aren't quite as smart as you let off.” He said, getting me more angry as I struggled to free myself from these ropes.Juan was right, this was a trap! Why didn't I stop to reason with him? How foolish of me.“So you thought I'll let you rescue them just like that? Oh no amigo, your precious family were just bait to get you i
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Victoria’s PovI walked into my room after checking if someone was following me from behind. I locked the door and walked some distance towards the window before I put a call through to Carlos. That bastard had to go against me and start taking actions without my orders. Now he’s gone as far as putting my daughter's life in danger too. How dare him?!I overheard Javier and Juan's conversations in the attic – Javier had yelled while I was heading to my room, and Juan came running towards the direction of his voice“Hello?” He answered after four rings.“What do you think you are doing, Carlos?” I asked, furious.“I don't understand, what am I doing?” He asked like he doesn't know what I'm talking about, angering me all the more.“Don't you dare play dumb with me, Carlos..”“..then try to be clear with your words, Victoria.” he retorted.“How dare you take actions without my orders and what's this about putting my daughter's life in harm's way?” I said in anger.“Carlos take orders fro
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Daniella’s Pov We’ve been locked up in this dimly lit room for days now, if I'm not mistaken. I don't know how many have passed but it seems like forever already. We don't starve because they do bring us food, but sometimes I lose my appetite to eat.I wonder why Javier hasn't found us yet. Isn't he planning on resucing us or is the location of this place so hard to find?Sigh. I can't wait for him to save us. Sometimes I feel like crying because I miss home, because I miss him. Natalia would cry most of the time and I end up consoling her and reassuring her that her father will come resuce us soon.“Mommy?” Natalia’s voice broke my thoughts. “Yes baby?” I answered, looking down at her curled up in my arms. She has always been in my arms like this because the floor is really cold.“I miss daddy and I miss nanny Lopé.” She said, sadly.“I miss them too. But don't worry, very soon we’ll be with them. Okay?” I said, giving her my best smiles.I got startled by the sound of the door lo
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Javier's Pov I woke up to a reeling sensation in my head, It felt like I'd been asleep for a really long time. Opening my eyes properly, I could see that I'm in my bedroom.I was trying to sit up when I saw Penelope sitting in the arm chair close to my bed, her head tilted to the side as she's fast asleep. Why is she here like this? I glanced around, there doesn't seem to be any sign of Daniella around.How could she let Penelope sleep like this? It could give her a neck pain by morning. Why is she even here?I gently rubbed at her knee in an attempt to wake her up, and it worked. She rubbed her sleepy eyes and yawned. She paused for a moment when her eyes met mine. It's like she hasn't slept in days.“Oh, Javier.” She uttered, her eyes filled with relief as she stood up and hugged me.“Come on Lopé, why are you being so dramatic now?” I said over the hug.“You're right.” She said and then pulled out of the hug. She slapped me really hard across the face, giving me a shock.“What
