“Who said I am not going to do anything about it?” Axel asked and she sniffed. He sighed and pulled her into a hug.“I just want you to always stand up for yourself. What if something happens and I am not there? You are going to have to take care of yourself.” Axel said softly and stroked her hair, she wrapped her arms around him and held him tightly.“I’m sorry I didn't do anything.” Axel apologised and she sniffed again. He held her gently in his arms and closed his eyes, the feeling he gets when she is so close to him is something he will always cherish. “She knows everything.” Lily muttered and pulled away from the hug.“I know, I know how to deal with that.” He replied.“Are you sure?” Lily asked worriedly. She wouldn't want everyone to call her a whore. She couldn't imagine the shame she would go through and how it would affect Axel’s family.“Of course.” Axel assured her and she wiped her tears. He watched her as she did.“Where were you by the way? I was looking for you.”“I
Lily breathed out heavily as she sat on Axel’s bed, she looked down at her fingers and played with them. It's been minutes since Axel had called Dr. Gerad, they were both waiting for him. Axel hasn't said a word since then, Lily couldn't tell if he was mad or not. He was seated on the couch and was focused on his phone. As Lily played with her fingers, she kept glancing at him. He was being that way because he believed she was pregnant, a while ago he was all over her. His phone suddenly rang and he picked it up immediately.“Yes, you can send him up.” He said and ended the call, Lily sighed as her hands started to tremble. Dr. Gerad was around already. What if truly she was pregnant? Will she go through another abortion again? Another torture? Or will she get to keep it this time? Lily’s heart skipped a beat as she heard a knock on Axel’s door, Axel stood up and walked to the door. He opened it and Dr. Gerad walked in with a smile.“Mr. Blackwell, you called.” He said and glan
“The way you say it makes it sound bad.” Axel said as he pulled away from the hug. “Is it?” Lily asked with a fake smile. She couldn't hide the fact that she was sad. She loved the man in her presence so much and she was willing to do anything for him but he had never told her he loved her back. Instead, he thinks having a child isn't the best for them.Axel noticed she wasn't in a good mood, she looked sad and he didn't have much time to cheer her up, he was running late.“We will talk when I get back.” He said and she nodded her head, he leaned closer to her, kissed her cheek then walked out of the house. Lily breathed out heavily and walked to the dining room to have breakfast.Hours later, she got ready and Nora arrived. They both headed out, they took one of Axel’s cars instead for the driving test. Nora noticed Lily wasn't as excited like she was supposed to be, she wondered what was wrong. She asked her multiple times if she was fine and she said she was but Nora was sure
What if she was really pregnant? Is she really ready to be a mother? Can she be a mother? Can she take care of a child?Lily was lost in thoughts till they got to Nora’s place. They both walked out of the car and headed into the house. Immediately they got in, Nora walked away to go get the pregnancy test kit while Lily waited nervously with her heart racing and her hands trembling. She started to doubt if she should take the test or not. She felt it wasn't necessary, Dr. Gerad already confirmed that she wasn't pregnant.Nora interrupted her thoughts as she walked into the living room, Lily looked up at her and Nora smiled.“Here you go.” She said and handed it to her. Lily slowly took it from her and stared at it. She didn't understand how it worked.“How does it work?” She asked and Nora looked at her surprised. She knew Lily didn't know most things but she wasn't expecting her to not know anything about a pregnancy test.“Are you serious?” Nora asked and Lily drew her brows togeth
The rest of the day went like a flash, Lily spent it at Nora’s and she tried her best to keep up a good mood. She didn't tell Nora anything and Nora didn't suspect something was wrong either. It was getting late already and Nora drove Lily back to Axel’s mansion. Lily was exhausted and needed a nap, she had a lot to think about, and she just wanted to sleep and think about it in the morning. She checked the time on her phone as she made her way into the house. It wasn't so late which meant Axel wont be back yet. She was kind of glad, she wasn't ready to see him. The thought of her carrying his child bothered her. Of course, it was supposed to be good news, but it isn't since Axel doesn't want a child. She couldn't tell him yet, he would be mad and order her to abort it. She wasn't ready to go through another abortion. She sighed and walked into the house, surprisingly, Axel was there. He was in the living room standing with a glass of wine in his hand. It was obvious he just ar
It was the last ball of the season and everyone invited was happy. The last ball of the season is always the best one. Everyone important in and out of the city would get invited. The day was filled with joy and excitement. Everyone was excited except Lily though. She woke up late and did her morning routine, she got ready to leave for Nora’s house for the driving lesson before leaving her room.She got to the living room and a maid informed her that Axel already left. She was glad, she wasn't ready to see him. She decided to skip breakfast but gave it a second thought immediately after she recalled she was pregnant. She had to eat, if not for her but for the growing child in her. She had a quick breakfast and than left for Nora’s place. On her way, she cheered up a little so Nora wont be worried and also to avoid questions. She got there and Nora was excited to see her and also excited about the ball. Lily put on a fake smile and tried to relate to any conversation Nora brought
Lily and Axel arrived at the venue and as usual, they got everyone’s attention and were welcomed warmly. Just like every other ball party, Axel and Max had a lot of people to discuss with and Lily was left with Nora. Since it was the last ball of the season, the guests were entertained. Nora was enjoying the party, the same as Lily. As the party went on, Lily got curious. She searched around for her mother and Malia but she couldn't find them. Curiously, she turned to ask Nora a few questions.“The McCalls aren't here?” Lily asked Nora and she nodded.“Yeah, I guess they won't be coming. The family hosting this hall are not friends with them.” Nora replied and Lily nodded. “Why are you asking though?” She asked and Lily shrugged. She recalled the threats she got from her mother at the last ball. The reason why she wasn't bothered by it was because Axel told her not to worry, he was going to do something about it.“Nothing, just curious.” She replied and Nora smiled.“Of course,
Lily stared at the naked man next to her as her heart raced in fear, did was confused, beyond confused. She had no idea what happened or how she ended up with the man on the bed. She tried to recall something but she couldn't, she couldn't recall anything that had happened. She thought about waking the man up but she didn't. She looked at him and noticed he looked like he was in his late twenties. She looked around the room and noticed her clothes were on the couch, she hurriedly stood up and rushed to the couch. In a flash, she had her clothes on. She also noticed her phone too and she picked it up. Her eyes widened in shock when she saw a hundred missed calls. A lot was from Nora and Axel then Max too and strange numbers. Lily’s hands trembled and she glanced at the man. He was still asleep. She slowly held her heels in her hand and walked towards the door silently. She got out without waking him up and she sighed in relief. She looked around where she was and noticed she wa
NEW YORK CITYAxel groaned as he felt so uncomfortable in his seat, he was in his study trying to work. He had been feeling so uncomfortable and restless all day and he had no idea why. He wasn't bothered by anything, he had nothing to do too. He suddenly started to feel hot and he stood up, he turned to the window and loosed the first three buttons of his shirt. He suddenly heard the door open and he hurriedly pulled out a gun and turned to the door. Nora screamed in fear and flinched as she saw her brother pointing a gun at her.“What the fuck Axel?” She yelled and he slowly pulled down his hand. He dropped the gun on the table and ran his hands through his hair. Suddenly his heart started to race and he held onto the table firmly.“Axel, are you okay?” Nora asked and walked towards him. “Axel.” She called again and he looked up at her.“I don't feel okay, I don't feel right, something feels wrong.” He replied and she raised her brows.“What? What's wrong?”“I don't know.” He
“There you go.” Gavin said as he fed her, she was almost done with the meal and he still hadn't eaten his yet. Lily was worried but he assured her that he was fine and she needed to eat first. He was finally done feeding her and he went back to his meal, he started to eat and at the same time, glanced at Lily.“Do you feel better?” He asked her and she nodded in response.“So, when next is your doctor’s appointment?” He asked as he ate.“I think in a week when I will be giving birth.” She replied with a smile and Gavin also smiled.“Wow, I am so excited.” “Yeah, me too.” She replied happily. “I can't wait to welcome the twins, I hope they are two girls, you really stood your ground about not knowing the gender.”“I know, I wanted to be surprised.” “You will be.”“Oh, I hope it's two boys, I love boys.”“Nah, I want girls.” Gavin replied and they both laughed. “I don't think leaving you all alone at home is a good idea since your date might come around next week.” Gavin said.“It'
MONTHS LATER“Hey, you good?” Lily heard a familiar voice ask and she turned to see him. He smiled and walked towards her as she leaned on the counter in the kitchen.“Yes, I am fine.” She replied and smiled at him.“Are you sure?” He asked as his eyes moved to her stomach.“Hmm.” Lily moaned in response and breathed out heavily. He got closer to her and he leaned closer to her then pecked her cheek. She smiled at him and he smiled back.“How was your day?” She asked and he shrugged. “Same as always.” He replied and looked around the kitchen.“You know you really don't have to make me a meal, you just need to rest.”“I am always resting Gavin, the least I can do is make you a meal.” She replied and he chuckled.“I am so lucky to have you in my life.” He said and she giggled in response.“How was the doctor’s appointment today? Are the babies doing fine?” He asked and Lily nodded. She was pregnant with twins.“Yes.” She replied.“Okay, I will be back downstairs soon.” He said and smi
A MONTH AGOLily walked away from Axel angrily and headed towards the exit of the building. She got out and headed towards the parking lot, she just wanted to go home, she was tired already. She was about to get to the parking lot when she bumped into Malia, they both stared at each other for a few seconds and Lily turned to leave but Malia hurriedly stood in her way. “Hold on.” She said with a smile and Lily put on a straight look. She couldn't be smiling with her, she was clearly evil and would do anything to make sure she was out of the way.“What? What do you want?” Lily asked and she smiled.“Mum wants to see you.” She said and Lily drew her brows together. She wondered if she just heard her correctly.“Huh?”“I said mum wants to see you. She is inside.” Malia said and Lily rolled her eyes. Why does the night have to be about her mother? This was the same reason she got mad at Axel and now someone else was bringing it up. She kissed her teeth and was about to walk away but she
Malia walked down the altar with her arms locked with her father and a wide smile on their faces. Their wedding was the talk of the city, everyone was there! The incident about Malia faking her pregnancy months ago has been forgotten. No one cared about that. Everyone was happy about the wedding. She got to the altar and her father let go of her, she turned to her groom with a smile. The priest started the ceremony and in minutes they were saying their vows, Malia said hers happily while Axel said his without any emotions. Malia didn't care, as long as she was officially a Blackwell, she was happy. The priest announced it was time to kiss the bride and Malia leaned in for a kiss but Axel didn't miss her, he pecked her cheek instead but to the crowd, it looked like a kiss. The wedding ceremony ended in a flash and it was time for the after party. Everyone was present in the Blackwell’s ballroom except the groom, Axel. He was on the balcony all alone with a glass of vodka in his
Axel sighed as he took a seat in the dining room, he stared at the meal and suddenly lost his appetite. It felt lonely to eat alone. He turned to the maid standing next to the table and she bowed at him.“Go and get my… “ He trailed off and paused when he recalled the divorce papers.“Go and get Lily.” He ordered.“She is not in her room sir.” The maid replied and Axel raised his brows.“What?”“A maid went up to give her dinner earlier but she wasn't there.” She said and Axel’s heart skipped a beat and he stood up immediately. He rushed out of the dining room and rushed up the stairs, he entered her room and he looked around. He rushed to her closet and saw there were still a lot of dresses there but a few were missing. He hurriedly brought out his phone to check where her location was. There was a tracker in the necklace he gave to her. He realised the tracker was indicating that she was in the room, he looked around the room and noticed the necklace on her table.He slowly w
She felt a lump in her throat as she stared at the papers. It was happening, it was real.“I already signed them, you should sign them too.” Axel said and Lily looked up at him with so much pain. She felt it so hard to breathe and she felt like screaming out in tears.“Divorce papers?” She managed to say with her voice trembling.“Hmm.” He replied and nodded. Lily shook her head and tears streamed down her cheeks.“No, no. I can't sign… ““You have to sign it now so it can get processed. You have until a week to leave this house, your account has enough money to take care of yourself for a year or more, at least till when you find something to do. You are to not return to this place again no matter the circumstances.” He said and Lily shook her head. She couldn't read him, he wasn't holding any expression. Everything was happening so fast, her life came crashing down in just hours. How the hell was that possible?“Axel, please. I didn't do it.” She pleaded in tears and he put his h
Lily remained on the spot as she cried silently, everyone was mad at her and no one was ready to believe her. She completely understood them, if she was in their shoes too she wouldn't believe herself. She knows how important the Blackwell's reputation is to them. She understood their anger. The door to the living room opened and Axel walked in, everyone turned to him and Lily’s heart raced as she stared at him. “How did it go?” Nora asked and stood up from the couch.“I was able to get it off the news but it has spread on the internet. There is nothing we can do, we just have to wait till it dies down.” Axel replied and they all sighed.“Can you see what you have caused?” Susan asked angrily and walked towards Axel.“This is what happens when you get married to someone from the slums of New York!” She yelled at Axel and pointed a finger at Lily. Axel glanced at Lily and she gasped a little as she was so frightened. She found it difficult to breathe.Axel looked away from her and
The phone fell from Lily as her hand trembled. She couldn't believe what she just saw. She wished was dreaming and it wasn't real! It had to be a dream, it had to be a fucking nightmare!“Oh my God.” Nora gasped and looked up at Lily. Axel looked up at Lily and she stared at him. A lot of emotions were building up in her and she was confused about how she felt. Although she was sure of one, fear! “Where are you coming from?” He asked and her lips quivered as she couldn't say anything.“I asked you a question, Lily. Where are you coming from?” He asked again. He had a cold expression, she could tell he was mad.“I… I don't know.” She whispered in response and a tear rolled down her eyes. “This is bad. This is really bad.” Max said as he read the news under the post.“The rumour about Mrs. Lily Blackwell was true after all. She is a slut who has one night stand with strangers. We received information that that was how she met Mr. Axel Blackwell. Here are photos of Mrs. Blackwell wit