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2024-10-29 19:42:56Karen jerked her hand from his grip while Kevin cleaned his palm against his coat, as if he just held dirt.
Karen scoffed softly, "Too much pride for someone who got reject-"Raising his fingers to the air, he warned "Don't you dare say that!""Mr Kord, not all women want you" Karen proceeded to say "If it were up to me I wouldn't be here speaking with you, I just..I just have to do this because of my aunt.""Baseless excuses," Kevin dismissed her words "You've no reason to marry a rich, blind man save for his money.""I know your dream girl rejected you because you're blind, Mr Kord and this has led you to believe no one can accept you just the way you are but you're wrong."Karen saw a muscle twitch in his jaw but did not stop talking."I don't know about other women, but I'm not looking for perfection nor am I looking for something to increase my status on the social ladder or even money to embezzle,"Kevin went suddenly quiet as he listened to her.Karen continued, "Hell, no matter the amount I swindle I won't be able to..to enjoy them because I don't have the time to." her voice cracked. "This..this marriage is just a family-friend planned one and even if it's not the marriage I dreamed of I don't have the time to get the marriage I dreamed of."Kevin drew in a breath and asked "What's the marriage you dreamed of?"Karen stared at him, noticing the change of tone from hard to calm and cool."What do you care?""I don't actually," he replied quickly "So, you're giving up your dreams to marry me?"Karen perceived his unbelief. "I'm giving up my dreams because time is not on my side and I want to make my aunt happy.""Well, guess what?" a smirk curved up his lips "I'm not you. I can't give up my dreams to marry you. I will never.""I don't believe in never," answered Karen"I don't believe in always," Kevin returned."Well, opposites attracts""Never,""Always," Karen ended."Dinner's readyyyy," Aunt Maya called from over the dinner table.Karen left him standing there and headed for the table however, Mrs Kord emerged and stared at Kevin rubbing his temples, it seemed that Karen must have given him a hard time.Turning, Mrs Kord requested "Can you help me lead Kevin here, Karen?""Of course," Karen agreed and walked back to Kevin with the women's eyes boring through them. Upon getting to him, she didn't know whether to hold his hand but finally decided to do it.The moment she placed her hand in his and tried to help him to the dinner table, Kevin leaned in and whispered,"You might want to rethink your decision of throwing your dreams away for me, Karen" he added "I will only make your life a living hell if you push through with this wedding."The women behind giggled, thinking their matchmaking plan was on the go. On the other end, Karen swallowed hard and said,"Cut the act, Mr Kord. You don't intimidate me.""Get your hands off mine," Kevin pushed her hand away and walked to the dinner table.After a delicious dinner that was only wonderful and hilarious to Aunt Maya and Mrs Kord, it was time to leave.Mrs Kord said to Karen, "I'll be here to take you for your pre-wedding shoots tomorrow dear. And don't you worry about the expenses. I have it all covered."Karen could only smile."Thanks for the dinner, Amaya." Mrs Kord greeted as they made it to Kevin's Maybach."Don't thank me, Marie it's nothing."They stopped by the car, Mrs Kord turned to Kevin."Well, what do you say to your fiancee??"Kevin lifted his head, "I think she has something to say to you and her aunt, actually."Karen bit her lips, "What?""Tell them," Kevin imploredKaren laughed, "Oh yeah right, Mr Kord can't uhm..wait to have this wedding."The two women giggled loudly while Kevin made a face and got into his car.After a short conversation, Mrs Kord joined her son inside the car and back to the mansion. Picking out her phone she began to make reservations for Karen's dress and an appointment for the couple's shoots. She spoke through out the drive and only stopped when the car came to a screeching halt.Kevin was out before she knew, he walked inside carefully finding his way with his support stick."Well, how do you find her??" Mrs Kord came and stood in front of him "If you could see her, you'd have gone weak in your knees.""She's going to change her mind about the wedding," Kevin said "Stop making reservations and appointments.""Oh my," Mrs Kord became instantly worried "Why? Did you say something to her?""Yes, I told her to call off the wedding. Since her Aunt is amiable perhaps she will listen unlike you, mother.""Well, she didn't sound like that when we were leaving. She was all smiles, and oh..I saw her looking at your chest!" Mrs Kord giggled like a high school lover.Kevin let out a sigh and simply continued into the mansion.An excited Mrs Kord said to her son, "Have a goodnight, darling!"But Kevin couldn't have a goodnight. His head was full of Karen's refusal to break the wedding. He couldn't understand why at the same time, she didn't want this wedding, yet she couldn't call it off. He felt like a fool with Karen sacrificing her happiness to make her Aunt happy whereas he couldn't do the same for his mother.How could he? He was in love with someone else, Karen wasn't. Kevin sat up on bed and picked up his phone. Using his talkback, he was able to dial Selene's number. However even after multiple attempts, she didn't pick up.Settling down on the headboard, he left her a message."Mother found a bride for me," his voice was soft, deep and gentle "She's nothing like you. Not even close. She couldn't make my heart beat as fast as it does whenever you're close. Her words failed to give me that tingling sensation yours does. Her perfume did not drive me crazy like yours does. I hated to touch her. However, unlike you. She wants to marry me. She does not care about popularity. She does not want my money." he drew in a breath "I don't know if these are lies but even if they are, I don't care. All I could think about each moment I spent with her was you and how you rejected me, when all I did was love you."After a brief silence, he added "I love you, Selene and if you were probably blind like me, God knows that that wouldn't change.""Because I truly love you,"Related chapters
A Paradise Called Us 10-We're here
"Dad, it's four days since you gave the ultimatum" Elliot said to his father as he barged into his study "Kevin hasn't found a wife."Mr Kord placed his glasses on the bridge of his nose and stared at Elliot, "Are you eager to become the CEO?" Mr Kord asked"Of course, dad." Elliot answered impatiently."And you're proud for not having to work for it??" "What?"Mr Kord leaned back on his chair and completely removed his glasses."When will you become something, Elliot?" Mr Kord's voice was stern "Look at your blind younger brother! You are nothing beside him despite having your sight which he doesn't!""Dad-""Silence!" Mr Kord fumed "When I brought you here and raised you, did I teach you to become useless?"Elliot's hands curved into a fist. Mr Kord banged at his desk,"Answer me!" "No." he curtly replied "Then?" he got up on his feet abruptly "Why do I have to do every single thing for you? Even the position of the CEO which supposed to be yours, you cannot even clinch it! I ha
A Paradise Called Us 11-Together
Stepping out of the car, Karen followed Mrs Kord into the hall with Kevin behind. While Mrs Kord took Karen to her make-over section, Kevin went the other way."Look at this dress," Mrs Kord held out a red off the shoulder gown "Do you love it?"When Karen didn't answer, Mrs Kord drew close, "Karen??""Y-yes," Karen answered absentmindedlyMrs Kord kept the dress back and took Karen's hands in hers, "What were you thinking about, you zoned out completely?"Karen shook her head and forced a smile, "Nothing, Mrs Kord.""It's the impromptu wedding, right?" Mrs Kord blurted out "I know this is all too soon for you and you probably don't want to marry my son but I want you to know that it's not as bad as it seems, Karen. With time, you and Kevin will get to know each other and grow close."Karen nodded and feigned a smile. As she moved with Mrs Kord through the clothing section, she cheered herself up and soon forgot about her predicament.After the artist performed a glorious work on her f
A Paradise Called Us 12-On Fire
Elliot was going through his phone, searching for a possible match on a dating site when he saw a couple of female workers giggling sheepishly at something they found on their cellphones.Sitting back, he realized that everyone at the office seemed to be giggling into their phone especially the female workers.Due to this, he left the dating site and moved on to social media for the latest news and the first thing that popped up on his feed was the arrogant face of Kevin against that of an innocent, and beautiful woman Elliot had never seen before.His muscles tensed as he scrolled through and realized that Kevin was the trending topic. Everyone was talking about the much anticipated wedding and only few were able to question the suddenness of the marriage.The spinsters who had their eyes on Kevin complained bitterly of Kevin picking a low class lady as his wife. Many people attributed it to the fact that Kevin was only trying to make Selene, his true love, jealous while others saw t
A Paradise Called Us 13-For a position
Karen was glad when the closing hour arrived. She immediately placed every message that was dropped for the CEO on his desk and waited few minutes before picking up her bag and walking out of the building.However, her way was blocked by three ladies."Seems like being a whore really pays off, huh?" the one in front said and was backed by two other ladies."I don't understand?""You don't?" she scoffed "F*cking with Mr Daniels and managed to climb your way up to the target- Kevin Kord.""I did none of that, now if you would excuse me," Karen made a move to leave however they stopped her again.One of them yanked her handbag to the floor, with her things scattering all over the ground. Karen kept her cool although, her breathing was becoming ragged and uneven. Her face turned pale."How dare you sneak right up under our noses while pretending to be a simple, unproblematic low-class girl when you're infact a desperate woman!" Claire said"She must have gone miles proving her self just s
A Paradise Called Us 14-Pitch black
The next day, Karen walked into Mr Daniels office by noon on his call. "Sir, you had-" Karen began the moment she stepped foot into the office however a hand clasped over her wrist and pulled her in forcefully, after which the door was shut close.Karen gave him a confused look. Handing out the documents in her hand she said,"Sir, is something the matter?"She had barely finished when he snatched the documents from her hand, causing them to fall on the ground. Holding his phone in front of her, he said,"What is this?!"It was exactly the same picture that Sam showed her yesterday. Karen was rendered speechless. She didn't expect that the camera would capture her almost perverted look at Kevin Kord."What? Cat got your tongue??" Daniel slid his phone into his pocket "When you rejected my advances you could have told me that you were among the ladies waiting on Kevin's bed!""Please, Mr Daniels" Karen's voice quivered "I hate to disrespect you. Don't make me.""You have to give me an
A Paradise Called Us 15-You don't want to know
Aunt Maya ushered Mrs Kord into the house and helped her with the loads of shopping bags."What are these, Marie??" thinking it was for the household, Amaya added "It is not necessary, Marie. I cannot accept these from you."Mrs Kord placed them on the center table and turned back at Amaya with a smile on her face. "What do you mean, Amaya?? It's for my daughter in law. Tomorrow's the engagement.""I promised to cover all of the expenses, don't feel like you owe me Amaya."Checking out the bags, Amaya returned a gleeful smile to her friend. "They're all pretty. I'm sure Karen will love them.""Speaking of her, I haven't seen her?" Mrs Kord looked around the house."She's-"Zachary strode out of his room and stopped in front of the women, "It's been an hour, Karen's not back yet."Realizing the tensed atmosphere, Aunt Maya casually smiled"It's nothing to be worried about, she probably closed later than usual.""That's what I thought but her cellphone isn't going through," Zachary repl
A Paradise Called Us 16-Just a finger
Her face aflame, Karen was in a daze. Whoever this is, he certainly had a grudge against Kevin."Relax, don't be scared yet" his grip tightened on her hair and Karen winced in pain "I won't hurt you, at least not if you do what I'm asking you to do.""I..I love Kevin," Karen said "Why are you asking me to..to break the engagement?"The figure slowly let go off her hair and grabbed her neck instead, Karen began to choke as she kicked her legs."I'm the wrong person to joke with," his deep voice resonated in the dark room "I don't give a damn if you're in love with him!""Ah!" He released his grip and watched Karen cough terribly, "Or would you rather choose your love for him over your family??" the voice asked "Huh? Do you not love your Aunt Maya?? Would you want to see her dead-"Karen shrieked, "Don't you dare! Don't you dare involve my family! I don't know who you are, I have never offended you. Why are you doing this?!""Uh-huh," he hushed "Don't ever raise your voice at me. I'm
A Paradise Called Us 17-Don't Remember
The family gathered in front of the house waiting impatiently. It has been four hours since Karen got abducted and nothing has been heard.While Mrs Kord sat on the front step trying to console Aunt Maya, Zachary kept pacing and throwing a deadly gaze at Kevin. Meanwhile, Kevin was on his feet at the sound of his phone ringing.Although his guards were progressing, Karen has not been found. Kevin was loosing his cool. Earlier he had wrongly prejudiced Karen, however judging from Aunt Maya's actions since her disappearance, he knew that he'd been wrong about her. He knew how vicious Elliot can be and the feisty character of Karen was not any good. He was already thinking of involving the FBI when the time struck six. However, at that moment a black sedan pulled up in front of the house. The door jerked open and Karen was thrown, unconscious out of the car. "It's Karen!" Zachary said as he took to his heels. Everyone else followed suit."God, Karen open your eyes!" Zachary shook her
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A Paradise Called Us 112- Life got better
A week later, the Kords welcomed the baby home. His huge blue orbs staring at every hands that touched him. Karen never thought she'd ever see the child she had successfully carried. She was again, grateful to Zachary and hoped that he was watching this moment. Mr Kord threw a huge party for his grandson. Aunt Maya was in attendance, as well as Ian and Sam. Kevin wrapped his hands around Karen as he nuzzled her neck with his lips. "What's his name?" he asked. Karen did not hesitate, she whispered, "Zachary." "Zachary Liam Kord." Kevin finished. Karen turned to him, tiptoed and kissed him. Kevin held her waist closer to him, deepening the kiss. Suddenly someone coughed from behind. Karen broke away from the kiss and looked back to find Ian. "What the fuck, man?" hissed Kevin. Ian apologized with a grin, "It's just your father needs you right now." "Why?" Ian shrugged, "Find out." Kevin sighed, kisses Karen's lips before he leaves her. Karen noticed that Ian wanted to sa
A Paradise Called Us 111- He was my son
The entire family lapsed into silence. No one ever expected that Zachary would take such a step. Asides from Aunt Maya and Kevin, the rest were surprised to know that Zachary has always been in love with Karen. Kevin walks up to Aunt Maya and places a hand on her shoulder as she weeps. He whispers, "I'm so sorry, Aunt." Everyone tried to console Aunt Maya but she did not stop crying. No one could ever understand her pain. Kevin understood the reason Zachary had come to meet earlier that day, asking him to take care of Karen. Kevin shuts his eyes and says a short prayer for Zachary. While everyone is glad that Karen will be okay, the sadness that accompanied Zachary's sacrifice was greater. It took two weeks before Karen became unconscious. That day Sam, Ian, Kevin and only Aunt Maya were by her bedside- Aunt Maya sitting calmly, like a log of wood. Kevin got the doctor to check on Karen and when he assured that she was fine, Kevin helped her up on the bed. Karen stared at her s
A Paradise Called Us 110- Your son, Zachary
Kevin paced about the corridor, his phone to his ear, his lips moving and then his voice raised high as he yelled on the phone.He phoned far and near but the entire hospitals were turning him down. Kevin was ready to give whatever amount, he was ready to exchange everything he has for Karen's life but there seemed to be no solution for Karen.The doctors were trying their best keeping her oxidized however twenty minutes later she would never wake up again.Aunt Maya had long fainted and Sam and Mrs Kord had followed the nurses who were trying to revive her. Her blood pressure had gone up and the nurses were trying to stabilize her.Zachary walked out of his mother's ward after he left a note on her desk. He found Kevin still making several phone calls, Mr Kord was asleep on the couch, Ian had gone to see if he could also find help."Hey," Zachary interrupted Kevin who looked at him and wondered why he was so cool and composed."Make me a promise," Zachary continued, scaring the shit
A Paradise Called Us 109-Next Thirty Minutes
When Ian heard the news, he felt sad and tried to console Kevin but Kevin could not be consoled. The entire family were there at the hospital where Karen suggested on getting the child in an incubator. Ian was there with Sam, Mrs Kord and Mr Kord were also there, as well as Aunt Maya and Zachary. Even though the doctor had said there could be major complications and the child had a 50-50 chance, Karen was confident and laid on the bed prepared to take the risk.Before the operation began, the doctor smiled down at Karen who wanted to smile back however her heart was burning with great pain."You're one strong woman, Karen." he saidKaren replied with eyes closed, preventing the tears from falling, "No matter what happens, Doctor please save my child."He did not reply and then he dimmed the light and set to work.Meanwhile outside the theatre, everyone did their best to console Kevin but he could not stop crying. He wished he'd treated Karen with more love and understanding. He wishe
A Paradise Called Us 108- Three Days Left
"It has always been her dream to get married and love. Aunt Maya encouraged her to but Karen had given up all hope until your mother came." Zachary explained, "That's why she agreed to marry you. Not for your money, not because you are the son of a wealthy man and despite the fact that you were in love with another woman.""Since she had little time left, she just wanted to enjoy life. She felt that you would have the woman you love again once her time is up."Kevin's heart broke as he listened to Zachary. He was finally understanding everything."She was okay with just loving you. I admired her courage and at the same time I wished she wasn't that courageous. It's why I hated you, you had no idea how lucky you were.""And then your dad had to come up with the will for his heir. Everyone advised Karen against it because she wouldn't survive it, nor will the child but she did it anyway- because she loves you." "Why? Why did she keep this away from me? I hate myself so much.." Kevin gr
A Paradise Called Us 107- Two Weeks Left
Ian trudged into the house lazily. His mother was seated on the dinner table waiting for him patiently but as always, he'd come in late. Ian ignored his mother when she beckoned for him to have dinner. He climbed up the stairs casually to his room.As it was dark, he switched on the light and the shape lying on the bed looked strange. He was startled for a moment and then walked slowly towards it."Sam-" Ian whispered, the burden he'd carried for months came crashing down at the mention of her name.Then he thought if he was hallucinating again. He etched closer and leaned in. It was really Sam and he was not hallucinating. His chest threatened to burst from excitement when he touched her cheek and caressed her sleeping face.He sighed as he placed a soft kiss on her forehead before running back down the stairs.Their eyes locked and both mother and son felt the connection they'd lost for years. "She's all yours now." Mrs Robert said and Ian smiled genuinely."I love you, mom."Mrs
A Paradise Called Us 106- Behind the anger
Sam was already standing in front of Ian's mansion when she began to have second thoughts. I don't think this is right, she thought, Ian could be happy with his wife Amelia and his mother too could be getting better. Sam thought that should she walk in there, she could ruin the happiness of the family. But she isn't here to make Ian claim his child, another part of her thought, she's only here to see him. She wouldn't ask for his assistance or help in catering for the child. After she disappeared without a trace she felt it was right for Ian to know of his child. But then again, what if he'd forgotten about her? After healing during those six months, Sam was not about to break her heart by walking into the house and seeing what could send her into heartbreak. She sighed and turned around. Perhaps she'd just speak to him over the phone. Not seeing his expressions would hurt less. But just as she turned to leave, a car pulled up by the mansion. The windows came down and a midd
A Paradise Called Us 105-A set-up
Kevin found it difficult to believe. With mouth agape he walked to where she stood and hesitated before reaching out, fearing that it was just one of his many hallucinations and she might just disappear. However, this time around he was not hallucinating. It was really Karen and this time around, he wasn't looking at her through a glitch, he could see her completely. Kevin released a sigh of relief as he pulled her into his embrace. He didn't think he was going too far when he held her chin and kissed her lips. From the moment she had stepped into his life, everything changed and even if it didn't seem like it was then, the end will tell. "I'm so happy to have you back, Karen." Kevin expressed his joy but Karen only gave a short smile. Fearing that Elliot might see her, Kevin led her out of the mansion to a nearby shade where they could sit. Kevin held her hand in his, "I missed you, Karen. Where have you been?" "Away." Karen replied, "How's mother?" "Nothing's been good si
A Paradise Called Us 104- It's Karen
Six months later."Yes, Aunt." Karen was saying on the phone, "I took good care of myself while I was away.""I don't trust you," said Aunt Maya, "You cannot take good care of yourself as much as I can care for you, Karen."Karen smiled despite herself, "I miss you, Aunt Maya."After a short silence, Aunt Maya asked, "When are you coming back, Karen? Isn't six months enough time for you to come to terms with yourself?"She continued, "You have only a month left, won't you love to spend it with me?" Karen sighed, "I'll come soon, Aunt Maya."They talked for a little while before ending the call and Karen stared at the ceiling as she caressed her seven months old pregnancy.She had heard that Kevin and his mother were now living under the mercy of Elliot. She had expected Kevin to get married to Selene the moment she left but he didn't.In fact, Selene had travelled abroad. It seemed that the bond between her and Kevin had been severed.Karen would only go back for the sake of her chil
