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A Paradise Called Us 92- Congratulations, Karen
Sam had shut herself out for too long however when the sudden news of Karen's pregnancy broke the internet she forced herself out of her hide out and down to the hospital.Alighting from the cab, she found fans and a large crowd gathered outside the hospital. The bodyguards kept them from entering the hospital and consequently she couldn't go in."I'm a very good friend of Mrs Kord," Sam tried to explain, "Can I please go in?"The bodyguard shook his head firmly and said, "No one, without the Kord's instructions, is allowed to go in.""It's impossible for me to get an instruction," Sam lamented, "Why don't you go in and deliver my name to Mrs Kord? Then you will understand that I'm no journalist or reporter.""I'm sorry madam," said the guard as he pushed her into the crowd, "There's nothing I can do to help you."Sam frowned as she bit her lips mischievously. Suddenly there was an uproar caused by a reporter who tried to force her way in.Bent on going in, Sam did not think twice bef
A Paradise Called Us 93-Wait for the baby shower
The family returned to the mansion to have a sumptuous dinner. Aunt Maya, Zachary, and Sam were also present.Mr Kord's anger was visible on his face and he had his dinner in silence, including Elliot and Selene. While Mrs Kord was all over her daughter in law and unborn child, Sam and Ian could not stop exchanging glances across the table.Sam's happiness was cut short by the arrival of Amelia who sulked at being left out of the celebration, while taking her place on Ian's legs."Can you believe this?!" exclaimed Mrs Kord, "I'm about to become a grandmother! Come, Amelia join us!""Congratulations, ma'am" Amelia smiled and added "Since you'll be organizing a baby shower for Karen, wouldn't it be great to also hold my wedding with Ian here?" Silence ensued but Amelia continued,"Besides, it's a double celebration and it would work well for my social status." turning to Selene she asked, "Don't you think so, Selene?"Selene nodded, "Yes. In my opinion, Ian is like your second son Mrs
A Paradise Called Us 94-It's Over
Mrs Kord could pass for the most happiest woman on earth. Although she did not want to come across as a protective mother-in-law, she was scared of letting Karen out of her sight for a second.A week passed since the dinner that took place at the Kord's mansion. Karen was not allowed by Mrs Kord to work in the company anymore, so she remained at home while Kevin and Elliot went to work.Sam was busy filling out the company's report at the Kord industry when she heard the screeching of heels against the tile floor. Looking up, she found that it was Selene. What does she want? Sam wondered.Selene walked up to Kevin's office. Kevin had files scattered about his desk as it was really a work-filled time for the company.When his door dashed open, Kevin lifted his head and said, "I'm very busy. I thought I told you not to let anyone through?"Selene did not reply. Instead she crossed over to where Kevin was seated and roamed her hands over his chest. She lowered herself towards his ear, an
A Paradise Called Us 95-Big, bad day
Some weeks passed and Karen's baby shower was scheduled for the next day. It was a happy period for Mrs Kord and Aunt Maya and maybe half of Willow-ridge.The Kord's mansion was being decorated for the event the next day and although Mrs Kord was super busy, she did not forget that she had to see her husband who has refrained from making any comment since Karen fell pregnant.Walking into his study, Mrs Kord shut the door behind her.He looked up, "Entering without permission? I want to be alone, Marie."She ignored his statement and stepped forward, "Why are you doing this to yourself, Gabriel? Everyone is downstairs helping out, everyone is happy but you choose to stay up here and drink?""I lost my happiness many years ago." he replied calmly, "It is impossible for me to get it back.""No," she pursed her lips, "You had all the happiness any man would ever want but you substituted it for a one-night stand!"He turned to her just then and smirked, "You think I was happy being with y
A Paradise Called Us 96-Regrets
The day arrived. It was Ian's wedding first. While his mother was stuck to her wheel chair in a bid to witness her son's wedding, everyone awaited the arrival of the bride. Karen was seated by Kevin's side as well as the rest of the Kord family including the Wilson's. Sam had told Karen goodbye when she was leaving the Kord mansion the day before and Karen tried not to overthink but she felt that Sam was hiding something from her. As much as she wanted Sam to attend Ian's wedding and maybe change his mind, Karen knew that it would be too painful for Sam and so she did not force it. Earlier before the wedding began Ian had come to Karen, "Sam is not picking up. Have you spoken to her today?" he asked with a sad expression on his face. Karen sighed, "She must have probably switched off her phone. You don't expect her to be here, do you?" "I know.." tears welled up in his eyes, "Apologize to her on my behalf, Karen please. I.. this is beyond my power. I feel so helpless." And sinc
A Paradise Called Us 97-Down the Valley
"There you are!" Kevin stumbled into the balcony, drunk and inebriated, "I've been looking for you." Selene turned back sharply and did not expect to find Kevin. "What are you doing here? How did you know I'm here?" she asked. Kevin replied, "Told the guard to find you and take me to you. Is there a problem with that?" "You.. you're drunk." Selene noticed, she held Kevin on the arm and said, "You need to leave." Elliot had asked her to wait up there for the plan to work. With Kevin here, it could complicate things. However, Kevin refused to leave. He said, "Why are you all alone here, Selene? Are you hurting?" "I-" "Well you damn well should," he said, cutting her off, "You ruined what should have been us. You make me hate you, Selene and I don't want to!" Selene was confused. Didn't he chase her out of his office the other day? Didn't he say it's over? She concluded that the alcohol must be disturbing his mind. Selene said, "You're drunk Kevin, the party is over. I
A Paradise Called Us 98- Help me
Ian excused himself from the room when his phone began to ring. After ensuring that no one was within hearing distance, he picked the call."Hey, what did you find?" Ian spoke hurriedly, "Is she pregnant?"The voice on the other end went mute for few seconds."Fucking give me an answer will you?!""Yes." the voice answered, "She's pregnant and it's yours.""..." Ian lapsed into oblivion and did not care about what the person on the other side was saying. He couldn't believe it.Why did she keep it away from him?! Why didn't she tell him? He never would have pushed through with the wedding knowing that Sam was carrying his child!When he got hold of himself, he quickly dialed Sam's number but was met with a block. It said that this number no longer exist.Ian was furious. He tried the number several times but got the same response. Enraged, he tried Karen. She must have known, why did she keep it away from him?A tumultuous feeling appeared in his heart. All those times he'd seen her p
A Paradise Called Us 99-Is the deal still on?
The next day, Kevin came down late for breakfast. He had a serious hangover and his brain still hurt. Mrs Kord served her son. She remarked with a smile on her face, "I see you and your wife felt lazy to step out of bed this morning!" Something in Kevin's head snapped that instant. He paused to think and realized that he had no idea if Karen slept in the room or not. "Mom, I actually haven't seen Karen. Did she leave for somewhere?" Kevin asked, making the smile on Mrs Kord's face to go blank. Elliot continued with his breakfast silently and peacefully. "What do you mean? Karen did not step out this morning, Kevin. Are you sure you did not leave her in the room?" Kevin scratched his head and rubbed his temple. He downed the hot soup in one go as he swore never to take so much drink next time. He was confused and tried to recollect where he'd seen Karen last the party. "Hey," Mrs Kord gesticulated to one of the servants, "Inform the younger Mrs Kord that breakfast is ongoing."
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