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AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter Sixty one
ALEXANDER'S POVWe got home after a few minutes' drive. I had to quickly hurry up so I could stop by my mother's house before driving to the office. The traffic is usually heavy at 8 am as everyone is rushing to beat the time. I dressed myself in one of my favorite gray suits and came downstairs. Helena was sitting beautifully in a fashionable blue strapped dress. The dress rested halfway below her knees exposing those thick straight legs. She had the look of a pregnant princess. She smiled the moment she saw me walking down the stairs. As I approached her she got up, reaching out her hand to my Giorgio Armani suit, and pulled out the collar of the sky blue shirt I had worn inside. "You didn't get this part today". She indicated. I felt like a child right before her as she dressed me up again. I examined her face as she wore a smile across both cheeks. I leaned over and kissed her."What did you do that for?" "Because I love you", I responded without letting her words go t
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter Sixty Two
ALEXANDER'S POVWhen I got to my mother's place I had expected the worst to happen as usual. But to my greatest surprise, everything was normal even with my mom. I was ready to defend myself and my wife Helena if anything. I hurriedly got out of the car the moment my driver opened the door for me. I unbuttoned my suit and headed straight for the main door leading to her mansion, which was one of my dad's favorite glass houses located in the heart of the town. It had a sweet view just like the one in my office, a tiny lake meandering at the left corner with tiny little pebbles tracing each wing. It was a bit mid-morning-morning as chirps from the birds have not been done. I spotted a tiny bird that had yellow and black wings hopping up to get its daily meal. I smiled and took my eyes away focusing my attention on the direction I was headed. I pushed the doorbell and it chimed loudly inside. Soon her maid, Theresa, came to get the door. "Good morning Mr. Alex". She greeted me at t
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter sixty Three
ALEXANDER'S POVI was standing staring out of the long plate-glass window of my twelve-story office when the intercom on the desk behind me emitted a low buzz. Signing, I turned away from the view of the rain-wet Carolina streets and strode across the wide expanse of dark blue broadloom to depress the button that connected me with my assistant next door. "Yes, James?" "What is it this time? " I asked shortly. Not welcoming the I corruption James cleared his throat before replying. "There's a woman out here saying she wants to see you", he said momentarily stunning me into deep silence. 'I told her you were busy but she insists that she will see you". He paused. "Will you? ". "James don't be an idiot, you didn't ask her name and you dare to call me? ". I tried to sound harsh enough. There are boundaries between work and play time so everyone working under me must know that. During work time I do not entertain jokes. "it's that what I pay you to do behind that desk? ".
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter Sixty Four
ALEXANDER'S POVNo one told me being the CEO of a company as big as mine would be so hard to crack. Things had been going on so well before this crisis began to happen simultaneously as they had been planned for centuries. I was my mother's only son or should I say only child and it has been a hiring experience for me since growing up as a teenager. I have practically been groomed and raised to set the bar so high that I command respect from even the high and mighty. At age sixteen I was already mastering the art of winning and dining with prominent men in the society and by the time I was twenty years old, I had become so accustomed to the family business closing mega deals under almost no supervision. I made a name for myself and my family by breaking records upon records and bagging awards every single year. Yet in all those years of toiling and working I never for one second thought that those I had partnered with would betray me as much I have been betrayed right before my
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter Sixty Five
HELENA'S POV There's a simple saying that says "Life imitates art".And yes my life would have been simple and calm if I had not agreed to my father's plea of getting into a contract marriage with Alex. It was no longer news and as a matter of fact, I have learned to be even smarter than I had been. My appointment with the doctor had been rescheduled for noon. I hurriedly got into the shower and took a warm bath. I sank into it for a few minutes before applying my Dove shower gel to my skin. My entire body felt bloated and heavy. After I showered I dried my skin with a towel and came out of the bathroom naked. I made sure to lock my door before taking the risk even though I was sure no one would come into Alexander's room at this point. I rummaged through his clothes and found different pairs of hooded sweatshirts and pants folded neatly and stacked up on each other to the brim of the compartment where they were laid on the wall. Alex had the best choice of colors and loved to l
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter sixty six
ALEXANDER'S POVToday had been one of the worse days of my life. A public humiliation. Six Hundred Million dollars in seven short days was something I couldn't understand. If we had a problem then he should speak up to me instead of hurting his feelings and just popping up right in front of the board and other associates.I hurriedly walked back into my office even more angry than the way I had come out of it earlier after trying to teach things over with Sophia. It's funny how just a few hours ago I felt like the king that I had always imagined myself to be. Smiling in triumph that at least I would kick Sophia and her son out of my life for good in a few days and now I am sad. Soaked in my tears with humiliation from a man who has been with me for years.I mean what the fuck was Don Derego up to.I took off my jacket and paced my office left and right. I burned with anger. He was a rival. A sudden competitor who doesn't even hide the fact that he wants to see me crawl and beg him."N
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter Sixty seven
ALEXANDER'S POVWe drove past a lot of markets, bazaars, and shopping complexes at the normal hour of the day. It would take a person even on a two-wheeler at least 20 minutes or even more to drive past these areas. The traffic was beginning to form for the day. At 7:30 a.m. there is a quietness prevailing in the entire area. Two or more street dogs can be seen near the garbage heaps looking for crumbs thrown by the people the night before. One or two auto rickshaw auto rickshaws flying on the road. It seems people traveling by rail or bus have moved out early from their houses to catch their transport well in time. Near a crossing, we were lucky to escape colliding with a car moving at breakneck speed. I was sitting at the back of my car as usual. Suddenly the driver screeched behind us. He swerved the car to his left and missed hitting us by a few inches. I yelled a few mouthful of obs mouthfuls at him and at the same time thanked God that I was safe. The hospital was just around
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter sixty Eight
HELENA'S POVI knew from the start that Alex and I would pull through all of these storms. This was a minor game and I was certain we would win at the end. Every day I wake up in this mansion and feel the need to help, stay and fight for what rightfully belongs to me. Sophia had no place and she is the obstacle I would start with. It's been Two days since Alex went for the appointment for the DNA test. He had given me detailed information about how the appointment went and how Sophia suddenly became uncomfortable around him. Even though I was sure that the child is t for Alex I still wanted to see the defeat on her face when we would all finally see the result. I wasn't going to back down on tracing her and revealing her schemes. Nevertheless, I told them to think of ways to track her moves secretly.It's 4:50 pm, the evening is night and the sun is beginning to diminish gradually. I sat in the garden scrolling through my phone. I searched a couple of tens on the internet for any in
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AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Nine
ALEXANDER'S POVMy eyes shot open at 6:00am as usual. I didnt have to look at the clock to know if it's 6:00am. I've always had the urge to wake up once its 6am and it has always been accurate. I took the duvet off me, slide out of my bed and began my daily routine beside my bed. My pillows perfectly alligned and carefully laid on the bed, shelfs pulled, tight ,and my duvet folded just right. I nodded to myself when i saw the finished outcome. I walked over to my bathroom for the next chapter of my morning routine, it was a ritual i never missed; i brushed my teeth, washed my face and showered. I grabbed the outfit i put together last night and got dressed in it. My hair and makeup are always the last on my list as i do not want any colours or powders spilling on my dress. I wore my dress shortly after and took my time to do my makeup so it's out finely each time. I nodded at the superb job and examine it on the mirror dresser. I finished my look with a high ponytail, and heels whic
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Eight
HELENA'S POVWe thanked the doctor and left. By the time we got back to the ward. Zayn's breathing was already going back to normal. All of this was my fault because he was sweating heavily during most of the lights. I had thought that it was only normal to keep up the A/C although I try as much as I can to regulate it when it's getting too chilly. Zayn always had beads of sweat on his head and so I adducted the no woody method for him, unlike his Identical twin Zahir who never had sweat and was always calm even when the heat it much.loved my boys and maybe after these experiences, I would know just how to observe and even care for another child. This was my very first attempt at ever being a mother.Uuh! I stretched my legs as I sat on the bed."Are you okay?" Alex asked with so much concern in his tone. He held my legs and massaged me a bit."Do you need some ice cream or chocolate?""Ice cream?" No –no way. I'm not taking anything cold this season till my boys are grown". I infor
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Seven
HELENA'S POVI woke up to our wedding pictures flying all over the internet. I was happy my name was mentioned. My father's name. Has now been known in the town and beyond. I felt the sudden surge of wanting to be more influential. I managed to creep myself out of bed. I was not going anywhere today. The several hours of standing and dancing on a yacht in the middle of the sea were now telling me badly. My entire feet hurt the moment I woke up.I searched around the bed and didn't find Alex. We had agreed to leave the boys with Bella so Alex and I could have some time to ourselves. Just as I was about to go into the bathroom to check for h I heard soft sullen music.Orchestras Singing:Someone to kissSomeone to missWhen you're awayTo hear from each dayTo be loved to be loved (to be loved)Oh what a feelingTo be lovedSome wish to be a king or a queenSome wish for fortune and fameBut to be truly truly truly lovedIs more than all of these thingsSomeone to kissSomeone to miss
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Six
HELENA'S POVAlex and I continued to dance. We swerved in the same rhythm for about fifteen minutes after taking our vows. This was an awesome moment for me. I knew life would be much easier and smooth now that we have done things the right way. Alex was hard-working and I too gradually grew into a great woman. For my company at least a year I should be able to boast of twenty to twenty-five employees. I had a few contracts I needed to close after the entire celebration."Have I told you you are beautiful?" Alex asked him. His hands were on my waist."Do you mean today?" Yes,"Well, you haven't told me that today"."Helena Alexander Stone".I blushed. My cheek burned. I pressed MY cheek against his chest. I felt warm and protected in the arms of my own man. "So, what now?""What do you mean now? HE asked as he chuckled. He paused and stared into the crowd."Are you expecting anyone?" "Not exactly"."You the last time we got married an enemy showed up so I was just checking to see i
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Five
HELENA'S POVTwo weeks later I had suddenly become friends with my best friend's girlfriend Cherry. Cherry would be the sister I never had. She did everything with professionalism and the fact that she would be my best friend's wife in a few months makes me want to draw her to me forever. We've had a few dinners at home together and she has always helped with picking out the best decor and designs we would use for my big day. I have known her only a few weeks but I must say that she is truly an angel. Gabriel needed a woman like her around him. She is so re-spirited and loving that I wished she was my friend from the very beginning. She sure knows her job and does it with so much enthusiasm. "With the way you vibe so much with your event planner, one would think you too have been friends from Genesis" Alex had told me on one of the days I was so excited talking about how good she is with her job and how I couldn't wait to see all she was going to do at the wedding. I envisioned the d
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Four
HELENA'S POVTwo months later we left the hospital. Kayn and Zahir are already four months old. Our Wedding is in less than two weeks. Alex had told me he wanted to set me up to be a boss on my own before we took the vows. "That's my little way of saying I can't love you less" he had told me a few weeks ago.My eyes shot open at 6:00am as usual. I didn't have to look at the clock to know if it's 6:00 am. I've always had the urge to wake up once it's 6am and it has always been accurate. I took the duvet off me, slid out of my bed and began my daily routine beside my bed. Alex was already in the bathroom so I had to wait for him to finish. My pillows were perfectly aligned and carefully laid on the bed, shelves pulled tight ,and my duvet folded just right. I nodded to myself when I saw the finished outcome. I walked over to my bathroom for the next chapter of my morning routine.Alex was out in no time."How do you feel on your first day?" He asked."I'm happy and grateful to have you
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One Hundred and Three
HELENA'S POVI slept off on Alexander's chest. This has got to be the most horrible night of my life. I was exhausted by the time the sun hit my face from the window. Baby Zahir was awake too. He gave me a welcome smile. I pinched his little cheeks softly and then I suddenly remembered that we had spent the night at the hospital. Alex was awake all through. I was sure he was finally swept off by sleep at the very nearly hours of the morning after being a strong watch to me and the kids. On this part, I was vulnerable and soft. I could barely take good care of myself and talk more about adding extra humans to my list. My hair was a mess. Erect like grasses of the field the strands stood. "Good morning my love," Alex said and kissed me on the cheek. "Good morning baby" I kissed back. Then I realized I had been sitting on his lap for a long time. I got up and proceeded to check Zayn a bit. To my greatest surprise, the young man was fully awake. He has changed mine for today I don't k
AGAINST THE TIDES CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWO
HELENA'S POVWe thanked the doctor and left. By the time we got back to the ward. Zayn's breathing was already going back to normal. All of this was my fault because he was sweating heavily during most of the lights. I had thought that it was only normal to keep up the A/C although I try as much as I can to regulate it when it's getting too chilly. Zayn always had beads of sweat on his head and so I adducted the no woody method for him, unlike his Identical twin Zahir who never had sweat and was always calm even when the heat it much.loved my boys and maybe after these experiences, I would know just how to observe and even care for another child. This was my very first attempt at ever being a mother.Uuh! I stretched my legs as I sat on the bed."Are you okay?" Alex asked with so much concern in his tone. He held my legs and massaged me a bit."Do you need some ice cream or chocolate?""Ice cream?" No –no way. I'm not taking anything cold this season till my boys are grown". I infor
AGAINST THE TIDES Chapter One hundred and one
HELENA'S POVI managed to stay calm. With Bella by my side, I was sure I would be strong through the process. She held baby Zahir while I paced the private room back and forth waiting for the doctors to come with feedback or something we can hold as the sole cause of this sudden illness. We've been in the hospital for about forty-five minutes. Alex showed up just in time. I was holding my little boy's hand when he pushed the door softly and peered his head into the room. He searched it to be sure he was in the right room before coming in. I took in a deep breath of relief and walked over to him. I buried my head in his chest as he hugged me. His cologne, a scent I was already used to replenishing my nostrils left me with a sense of protection and hope. I was more than happy he had shown up even though the results of the numerous tests would be available.Thank God you're here". I told him. He quickly ran his hands on my shoulder and kissed my head."I ran here as soon as a store call
