Raquel’s POV
One plane ride, a sea plane ride and a bus ride I arrived at a port dock with a boat waiting to take me and some passengers to the resort island. I did want to stay somewhere private and isolated I guess I get what I was looking for. I got on the boat and one of the crew helped me with my luggage. They were explaining something about the island while the boat started sailing but I didn't care much about it. I just put on my headset and listened to the music.
"Miss, let me help you with your luggage."
"I got it. Thank you." I replied.
"Welcome to Island Cove Resort." A group of staff greeted as we arrived and handed out some drinks.
"Good day everyone. I am Claudette, the general manager of this resort." She started. "You can all put your luggage at the reception area first and Diane can give you a tour of the island so you can get an idea of the places you can visit while you are here.
Raquel’s POV I like Claudette. She is really friendly and nice. Rustin, I am definitely intrigued. He is good looking and I can see why girls fall for him. He is like a real life magazine model who came out of the magazine cover. He looks rugged but in a perfect hot sexy way. I just don't like the way he is talking to me. Plus, the fact that he hooks up with girls he barely knows raise a red flag for me. He might have slept with Claire which is a deal breaker. "Oh, hi. Here is your laptop." Claudette handed it to me. "Are you ready or do you still need to get ready?" "I just need a few minutes. Come in." "Wow. I didn't realize you are here to work. I thought you were on vacation." She stated while looking at my drafts scattered on the table and the floor. "I have deadlines to meet and being here seems to do the trick because I was able to create a draft." I replied proudly as I was finishing my make-up. "Thanks f
Raquel’s POV "Room service..." "Seriously?!" I was so surprised when I saw Rustin. "I'm pretty sure you are not a server at this resort." "Well, room service isn't available at this time. It's only until ten in the evening. Luckily for you I was at the bar when you called and had the chef whip something up for you." "Thanks." I grabbed the tray from him. "Just have it charged to my room. I'll try to remember to order before ten next time." "You do realize that this isn't my job but I am doing this to be nice to you." "Fine. Please come in." "Thanks." He looked around the scattered paper on the living room. "You have been busy." "Yes, I am." I replied as I set the food on the table. "What were you watching?" He asked looking at my laptop. "Can you please bring that over here?" "Sure." He replied. "Mind if I join you?" "Do I have a choice?" I said smiling at him. "Let
Raquel’s POVThe way he was looking at me made me feel uneasy. He was looking at me like I was the only thing that he could see. No one had ever looked at me that way before. He wasn't sending butterflies to my stomach or making my knees feel like jelly. It makes me see him. I can't explain it but it was like he wanted me to see his soul and wanted me to really see him for who he is.He moved closer to me and lifted my head so I was staring in his eyes. I moved back and my back hit thewall. I was basically trapped and I had no way to go. I knew what was going to happen and I was excited. He touched my lips with his thumb and I closed my eyes. I felt him moving closer and finally his lips touched mine.I opened my eyes when I felt him move away. I bit my lips and looked at his lips. What the hell was he doing? I would never pass that as a kiss. It was like a light brush of his lips to mine. He smiled at me and kissed me li
Raquel’s POV I spent almost the whole day at the spa. It was very calming and relaxing. It was a much needed relaxation for both my body and mind. It made me forget and just focus on myself. After that I spent the evening binge watching the rest of the series. In the next two days, I spent doing the script of the third season of the series. I was in my work mode and I was in my zone. I spent most of my time inside the cottage while looking at the beach front. After I was done with the script, my mind kept taking me back to Rustin. I see him walking past my cottage and I try to avoid him. I was trying my best to avoid him. I don't know why but every time I wasn't doing anything he was all I could think of. The way he kissed me was so amazing that I can't even compare it with the way Sacha kissed me. I don't know why but I was starting to think of him more than Sacha. He was starting to bother me. I have to get away from this island soon. "Good
Raquel’s POV "Who are you with? Did you come here with your family or friends?" Jean asked when we got to the restaurant. "I came here with my laptop and a ton of workload. Good thing I was able to knock down one of the major thing that needs to be done while I was locked up in my cottage and now I have some minor things that need to be settled." "I wish I could go on a vacation while doing my work." Chloe exclaimed. "Seriously... Vacation is meant to be enjoyed. It is for someone to relax and stay away from work and chaos." Rustin added. "For someone whose life seems like an entire vacation, don't you get bored?" I asked as Claudette joined our table. "No. It's life. You shouldn't bring work on a vacation. It ruins the purpose." "I didn't come here to go on vacation. I came here to find inspiration so I can work." I stated. "Are you trying to convince us or yourself?" Claudette asked.
Raquel’s POV Before he could leave I pulled him and captured his lips. It was torture trying to turn him down when all I wanted was to be kissed by him. He was taking his time kissing me. I have to admit he was good at it. It was making my head spin and yet I can feel every movement of his hands touching my body. He lifted me up and carried me to the bedroom. He managed to take my top and bra off at the same time. I had no ideahow he managed to do that in a very short period of time but I guess he got a lot of practice. He lay me in the bed and his hands and mouth worked on my breast. He was kissing, sucking and playfully biting me. I was just enjoying it while I ran my finger through his hair. I was moaning his name the entire time. Thank goodness I got a full body wax. I pulled him back at me and captured his lips again. He flipped our position and let me stay on top while we continued to make out. He managed to put us in a sitting po
Raquel’s POV I woke up with a major hangover. I hardly remembered how I got back to my cottage. I remembered arguingwith Rustin. Oh shit. I was completely way out of line. I got up and check the time it was around nine in the morning. I stood up and found myself naked. I went to take a shower and found breakfaston the table. I had to apologize for my behavior so I drunk some aspirins then headed over at the reception. "Hey, I thought I wouldn'tsee you until later." Theo teased me. "You got really wasted and Rustin had to carry you back to your cottage." "I'm sorry. My life is in a complete chaos and being able to tell someone about it actually felt good." "Good to know because you were a total wreck last night. You did announce that Rustin went down on you but you didn't give him a blow job." He started laughing. "Oh shit. I had no idea the last time I got that wasted. I was never good at handling
Raquel’s POV I was starving by the time our call ended. I got up and ate the breakfast that was prepared on my table. It was cold but it still tastes good. I was really surprised learning about the arrangement between Claire and James. They can't be just fuck buddies they have way too much history. They are just setting themselves for a heartbreak. Now, Rustin, he is starting to be a problem. I don't think I am ready to head back to New York and he is making my stay here a bit difficult. He is a great distraction. The only problem is I also need a distraction from him. Good thing though that it made me focus on work. So I clean the place up and started working on the editing of some of the scripts and yet I ended up thinking about Rustin. I grabbed my laptop and sat outside while looking at the sea. I decided to work on the new novel I was trying to write. I was in a situation where I can't put someone out of my mind. I channeled that and started wri
Raquel's POV Rustin is a man full of surprises. Our wedding ceremony was perfect. I never thought he would carry me down the aisle instead of letting me walk. When I saw him waiting for me at the altar I was blown away. Everything that we've been through flashed before me. The man I love is right here. He is waiting for me and I can't wait to be next to him. The tradition that we can't see each other the day before the wedding added excitement. It felt like I haven't seen him in forever. I was so surprised when he ran to me and embraced me tightly when I made it to the middle of the aisle. Then he carried me to the altar when Claudette suggested I should go back to the end of the aisle to redo my wedding march.I think it was perfect. It was unexpected like Rustin. He swept me off my feet literally. After our wedding, we went on our honeymoon. Claire volunteered to take care of our kids while we were gone. We went to Maldives
Rustin's POV After the ceremony, we had pictures taken and received best wishes and congratulations from guests. Raquel and I changed outfits before we joined everyone for the reception. It would be hard for her to move around with her wedding gown. We got to the reception and everyone welcomed us with cheering. "We should go and apologize toClaudette." I whispered to Raquel. "You should apologize to her. She still looks pissed at you." Raquel replied. "You should come with me. She might kill me if I approach her alone." I stated playfully. "Let's go." She smiled at me. "Hey guys." Raquel greeted them as we approached them. "Congratulations." Claudette smiled at Raquel. "I'm sorry." I tried to embrace Claudette but she moved away from me. "Come on. I couldn't help it." "You ruined the wedding march. The wedding dress was a mess the entire ceremony." She replied pissed. 
Rustin's POVTime flies when you are happy. We've been together for seven years and there is nothing that I would regret. I decided that it's time for us to have a grand wedding. They say that every relationship goes through the seven-year itch. We our beating the odds because we will renew our vows this year.We decided to have our wedding at the resort. Theo and Claudette were no longer managing. After Theo's accident they move to New York permanently. They are both working for the company. Claudette is working for me directly as my assistant. They moved to a house closer to our place so our children can grow up closely with each other."We have how many guests?""Don't worry about it." I replied. "Raquel, all you need to worry about is looking beautiful when you walk down the aisle.""Rustin, it's our wedding and I barely know anyone from the guest list." She complained."We can't not invite them. We'll have t
Rustin's POV Life is full of unexpected things. The most unexpected that happened to me is Raquel. Theo was able to walk again but he need a walking stick. He and Claudette remained together. Claire was finally welcomed by James parents to their family. Stephanie finally published her own novel and it became a hit. She and Samuel had twins, a girl and a boy. They visit regularly and our children have play dates. I know that I can overcome everything that life throws at me as long as I have Raquel by my side. She is all that I need. Our family is what make me complete. I continue to run the company business and Raquel a stay home mom. She write blogs now and has stopped publishing. Raquel is due to give birth next month and I didn't want her exhausting herself. I told her we can just stay home but she insisted that we have to attend the company's foundation day gala. "If you feel tired tell me so we can head home." I stated as we arrived
Raquel's POV We talked about other things until lunch was ready. We were eating lunch when I suddenly felt nauseous. I immediately went to the comfort room and started throwing up. "Are you okay?" Rustin asked me worriedly. "I don't feel so good." "I'm taking you to the hospital." He stated when I kept throwing up. "I just need to rest." I replied after I washed up. "Is everything okay?" Claire asked. "I'm taking her to the hospital." Rustin replied. "Don't be ridiculous. I just throw up. I just need to lie down." I replied. "Raquel, baby. You're making me worried. You haven't been eating the past few days and now your throwing up." Rustin stated. "I'm fine." I replied. "Are you pregnant?" James asked. "What?" I glared at him. "Claire was like that when she was pregnant." James replied. "No. I can't be.
Raquel's POVI was so relieved after the lawsuit against the company was dropped. The legal team was able to prove that the plane crash was not due to the company's negligence. Rustin and I worked things out. My conscience was killing me that I got them in trouble because of the money I gave Julie so I tried to stay away from him. I stayed with Charlie and avoided any discussion about Julie. It was stupid of me but Rustin made me realize that we are a team and things are easier when we can share our burden with someone.We got closer during this time. I mean, intimately closer. We make love every single day. Everything was falling back into place and Julie was gone. Rumors about him and Rustin stopped. I invited Claire, James, Stephanie and Samuel to have lunch at our place with Claudette and her family who were staying with us. Stephanie showed us a video that Julie uploaded and it had me riled up."Calm down, baby. You need to relax." Ru
Rustin's POV "Raquel, are you okay?" Stephanie asked. "Tell me that you didn't sleep with her." Raquel looked at me sadly. "I swear I did not. I told you guys about her showing up in my hotel suite half naked. I have no idea how she accessed my suite or how she took videos of me. She obviously just inserted herself in the video." "Fix this. I need you to clear this up. I don't care what the fuck you do or who you pay I want that video taken off." Raquel stated angrily as she was crying. "I'll take care of it." James stated. "This will be taken down in an hour." "Thank you." I replied. "Calm down, baby. You need to relax." I let Raquel sit down since she was furious. "Do you want us to get you anything?" Claudette asked worriedly. "Deep breathes." Claire stated as she gave her a glass of water. "Should I call the doctor? She looks like she's about to faint." Stephanie aske
Rustin's POVThings weren't easy for us. We moved to our house away from the public. Raquel was starting to be distant. She stays at Charlie room most evenings. Claudette together with the kids stayed with us. I needed this to be over so we can go back the way things were."Hey, are you okay?" Claudette asked when she saw me sitting alone at the poolside."I can't believe Julie is doing this.""It should be over soon. The legal team are getting all the evidence needed and the lawsuit will be behind us." She stated."I don't really care about that. I'm more worried that my wife doesn’t seem to trust me anymore. I feel like I'm losing her." I admitted."She's processing everything that is happening. If I was in her position, I will leave you in a heartbeat. I'll take my child and move out of the state.""You're not helping.""I'm just stating my opinion. She hasn't left so you haven't lost
Rustin's POV It's the first time that we are taking care of Charlie all by ourselves. We enjoyed every minute of it. Raquel didn't even try to write anything which was the first. She always has to work on something to keep her insane as she said. "Are you two working in baby number two?" Claudette asked. "Are you asking about our sex life?" I replied playfully. "You are such a pervert." Raquel glared at me. "I'm not sure we can handle another baby for now. This little angel is all I need." "Really. I have news regarding our adaption." Claudette replied. "We're getting three kids. They're siblings." "You do realize that you cannot return them when it became difficult to take care of them." I blurted out. "Why would I return them? You know I can't have a child of my own. I just fell in love with them when I met them." Claudette replied. "I was kidding. When will they get here?" I asked.&