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Chapter 71: No one
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Aaliyah looked up from her book casting a glance at Antonio as he drank, him drinking was a normal thing but his shoulders seemed tenser than usual and his mind seemed to be swirling with thoughts as he stared out in space.
"Antonio." She called out but got no response, called out for him once again. "Antonio." He was still so deep in thought, she wondered what was on his mind ever since she came home he was like this, she was worried she did something to upset him.
With a sigh, she moved out of her chair going to him, once she arrived in front of him, he looked up meeting her gaze.
"Are you alright?" He asked but his mind seemed to be somewhere else.
"I'm fine, but are you ok? You seem out of it today." He sighs moving her onto his lap.
"Just thinking about something." He admitted brushing her hair from her face. "Nothing for you to worry about though."
"But I am worried, tell me what's wrong."
-Chapter 72: JetSorry for missing the update Monday, I've been having some family matters so I'll be off schedule.-"Antonio hurry up, we're going to be late," Aaliyah called out as she took up her purse, fixing her heels.They were currently leaving the house for their parenting class, this is was just getting Aaliyah's hopes up."Give me a few minutes I just need to fix my hair." She rolled her eyes, going inside the fridge taking a bottle of water."And they say women take long." she took a seat on the couch thinking about how much her life had changed in the little time she and Antonio had been together, she was going to have a baby with him, though she still felt sad she couldn't give him a child of his own blood."No overthinking sweetheart." She jumped in shock hearing his voice behind her."What did I-""-say about scaring people? My bad beautiful, are you ready to go?" He asked she nods removing hersel
- Chapter 73: Who Said - "Paris? You can't even speak French, Liyah." He states as they entered their hotel room. "It won't matter because you can and most of your friends can, why did you bring them here again?" When Aaliyah entered the jet, Tia, Lamar, Marcus, Tyler and Deshawn were already there waiting for them. "I didn't know they were coming and they promised they won't bother us." She sighs hands moving around his neck as he held her waist. "If you say so, but your friends will-" A knock on the door interrupted her. "Antonio! Aaliyah! We're going to the pool do you want to join us?" They heard Tyler, Aaliyah gave a look that said 'I told you so' he smiles, she moved out of his hand. "No, we have a pool here! Aaliyah, where are you going?" He asked taking a seat on the bed as he heard Tyler walking away. "I'm going to take a shower then get some rest, you did pack clothes for me right?" He shook his head.
-Chapter 74: French & Bed-Aaliyah and the group walked around Paris exploring the city and its beauty, "I wish I could live here, the food is delicious, this place is beautiful, what was the name of the dish we ate for breakfast? Crope?" Tia asked making them laugh at her failed attempt to pronounce the word."It's Croque Madame, and I agree it was delicious." Antonio corrected her as he held Aaliyah's hand. "What was your favourite dish beautiful?" He asked Aaliyah, Tia's eyes met Marcus's for a swift second before she looked forward as Aaliyah answered."I'm going to say the same as Tia, I can't pronounce anything else." They entered the mall, looking around at the different coloured clothes."Why are we here?" Tyler asked."Aaliyah and I are going somewhere tomorrow night before we leave so I'm letting her pick a dress." Aaliyah raised her eyebrow as this was news to her."Where are we going?""That's a surpris
- Chapter 75: Angry almost sex - "Aaliyah listen-" She shook her head as she hung up the phone throwing it at him, he dodged it causing the phone to fall on its face breaking. "Aaliyah it's not what you think." She rolled her eyes not caring about the lie that came from his lips. "It is what I think. I'm not stupid Antonio." She moved towards the closet taking out the empty bag, she took her clothes from the hangers putting them into the bag. "Liyah, nothing is going on between Samantha and me. I swear on my life." She gave him a look that said 'Do you think I believe you?' "Is that why her name is saved as David and not Samantha?" He sighs stepping towards but she stopped him. "Don't." "I know how that may look but Samantha and I are not sleeping together, I love you so much, I would never do that." She nods closing the bag. "I believed that too. I should have realized all those calls you got in the middle of the night
- Chapter 76: Sweet Melody - It was around one in the morning Aaliyah couldn't sleep a wink, not after everything Antonio told her. She still couldn't believe his first wife took her life, how horrible was their marriage for her to decide that she had enough. How many mistakes did he make that caused her such pain that made it hard for her to live? Would the same happen to her if she stayed and got married to him? Would she go through the same pain? With all these thoughts running through her mind she knew she wasn't going to sleep anytime soon. She sighed removing herself from Antonio's arms carefully as she didn't want to wake him, she gently placed her feet against the cold ground, quietly going to the outdoor pool. She sat at the edge of the pool dipping her feet in the water, feeling the cold liquid against her skin, the moonlight shined against the water, lighting up the dark. She gazed out at the city in f
- Chapter 77: How Many - When Antonio woke up a smile graced his lips feeling Aaliyah in his arms, he didn't know what to feel but happiness as she laid in his arms peacefully looking like an angel, he couldn't wait for her to wake up so he could see those beautiful brown eyes and hear that Goddess like voice, but a part of him felt like once she woke up she would come to her senses, she would see that she made a mistake yesterday, staying. The grip on his heart grew tighter with all the worry thoughts, he was could keep his emotions in check but when it came to her....when it came to his love for her, nothing could make him less in control of himself, he was like a game and she had the controls. He was so deep in thought he had barely notice Aaliyah staring at him watching his frown grow deeper as his thoughts became heavier, she knew exactly what he was thinking about. "Stop thinking so much." He heard her, his eyes met her eyes as s
- Chapter 78: Longed & Bad person - Aaliyah and Tia sat back on the couch, Tia had came when Antonio left, Aaliyah wondered if she made a mistake by kissing him, she wondered if it was too early if it was the right time. They had so much to discuss but of course, instead of discussing it, she tried to forget the situation at hand by using sex. She was now deep in thought as she thought about their relationship, was it, love? Or was it lust? Was she just infatuated with him? "What's got you thinking so much?" Tia asked her friend, Aaliyah sighed. "A lot." She made a gesture for her to explain. "Well, I'm not sure if I love Antonio." Tia looked at her shocked. "What do you mean? You're getting married to him, you've said you loved him, and you smile more when you're with him." Aaliyah nods. "You're right, I do love him, maybe I'm just worried about the wedding." "Maybe, but why did you even say that?"
- Chapter 79: Hotdog - When Antonio entered his room it was 11 PM he wasn't surprised when he saw Aaliyah asleep on the bed, the only light on was from the bathroom, he decided to take a quick shower before going to sleep. He sighed as the water fell on his tense shoulders making them relax, he thought once he went to Paris he could relax get away from the troubles of work, but no matter where he went business seemed to find him, all he wanted to do was be with Aaliyah all day, he just wanted to hear her voice, see her smile, make her laugh and hold her in his arms. After a few minutes he finally exited the bathroom wearing some boxers, he went on the bed going under the covers, he placed a kiss on Aaliyah's cheek, she slowly opened her eyes. "You're back." She grumbled looking up at him, he nods smiling. "I didn't mean to wake up beautiful." He whispered she shook her head. "It's fine, how was the meeting?" She asked him
-Chapter 99: Fruits & Mother In Law-About four hours had passed since Antonio had left, and honestly, I was feeling extremely lonely, but I knew I had to power through until this whole scandal had blown over."How are you feeling?" Tia asked me the second I answered her call, and I unconsciously caressed my stomach."Good besides constantly throwing up my food," I confessed with a bittersweet tone."Is Antonio taking good care of you?" She inquired, and her words only reminded me of his absence and my longing to see him."He's at work, but Maria's here with me." "I'm guessing he'd doing damage control?""Yeah," I confirmed while sitting up on my bed the sound I felt the urge to vomit rising from the depths of my throat."Do you think this can be resolved?" She questioned me as I brought the bucket that was located on my table to my mouth as I moved off the bed."Hopefully, I-" I began, but was interrupted by the rejection of my food that found its way out of my stomach and through
- Chapter 98: Sadness & Grapes - Hearing those words should have brought me nothing but joy, unfortunately, the only I was feeling was fear. It was the same fear I had when I heard Brittany say that the chances of me surviving childbirth were extremely low. "Aaliyah, are you still there?" I heard Tia which pulled me from my thoughts. "Yeah, I have to go Tia. I'll talk to you later." I immediately hung up before she had the chance to respond. "Is everything alright?" Antonio asked the second I placed my phone on the counter. "Sort of." He raised a brow moving toward me. "What do you mean?" "A few days I asked Tia to do a blood test on me..." This didn't seem to make his concern lessen as his brows were now pulled together showing both his worry and confusion. "What were the results? Are you sick?" I shook my head.
- Chapter 97: Call & Tia - Aaliyah’s P.O.V I wasn’t too shocked by his announcement because I saw the pictures of her baby bump earlier, but now that he admitted it I realized he didn’t just lose Lillian, he lost his baby. “How long ago was this?” My father asked, “About 3 years.” Antonio responded softly, looking very tired from all the questions and I wasn’t surprised as I would be too if I was being hounded like this. “Y—” My sister Isabella started but I spoke, cutting her off. “No more questions for tonight.” No one made a move to object. “Alright, we’ll go home.” My mother said as she stood from the chair she sat.
- Chapter 96: Video & Pregnant - Aaliyah's P.O.V I stayed silent as the video played as I was curious about the big secret this person had about Antonio’s family. ‘The Parker family have been known for their multi million businesses, they seem normal at first until you gaze into their background and family members. Raymond Parker’s niece, Ilaria De Luca is the leader of one of the biggest American Italian mafia in the states. He and his son Antonio Parker have been seen doing deals for her with different mafia families, including The Andersons and Petrovs.’ Many pictures were shown of Antonio talking to a tall, muscular man who had dark brown eyes and black hair who stood beside a woman with brunette
- Chapter 95: Date & Truth - Aaliyah’s P.O.V I stared at Samantha waiting for her to speak up and answer my question. Tia seemed wary of her presence after the things I had told her about Samantha, she unconsciously took a step in front of me as if to protect me if anything happened. I doubted Samantha had the guts to hurt me, but I also knew her obsession with Antonio would probably drive her that length. “Answer me, what are you doing here?” I asked once again this time there was much more venom in my voice. “I’m here for charity.” She answered with a creepy smile that had the hairs on my arms standing. “I don’t believe that for a second. You weren’t invited.” Samantha nodded walking towards the sink, resting her purse
- Chapter 94: Permission & Without - Aaliyah's P.O.V “Aaliyah, don’t worry everything will be fine.” Tia reassured me, “Yes, with the little time we’ve known each other, I know you’re a fighter and you’ll get through this.” Marcus added, making me grin expressing my amusement. “You both are acting like I’m already on my deathbed.” Antonio slipped his hand in mine. “You won’t be until you’re 80.” I raised a brow at this. “I don’t think I wanna live that long, it seems tiring.” He smiled, placing a kiss on my forehead. “I can’t wait until you two have children,” Brittany stated, with a big smile that made her husband roll his eyes as he took a sip of his wine. “In other words,
- Chapter 93: Want & Die - “Aaliyah! How are you?” Antonio’s mother asked, greeting me with a side hug, “I’m great, how about you?” “I’m feeling amazing. Raymond, come greet your daughter-in-law and your son.” Her husband, who had been talking to someone, excused himself and made his way to her without protest or any sign of irritation from her order. “Aaliyah, Antonio. Thank you for the invitation.” Britany rolled her eyes, “Why are you always so formal? Try smiling a bit. Antonio, Aaliyah, excuse us.” We nodded watching as Britany and Raymond walked away while he tried to listen to her order and smile, he seemed sick whenever he did it. “I swear your mother is the only one who can speak to uncle Raymond lik
- Chapter 92: Breathe & Fine - Aaliyah's P.O.V I pulled back softly gazing into his eyes before I removed my shirt, he did the same with his. The minute we were both shirtless his eyes took in my body with a mixture of love and desire, “I’m so lucky, you are utter perfection.” He praised making me smile softly. “I love you,” I whispered bringing him into another kiss, this one was slow and steady while our hearts were beating erratically, I held his face in my hands gently as he held my ass moving me impossibly closer to him. I couldn’t help myself as I drowned in the love he provided. My mind was focused entirely on his lips, tongue, moans and groans. Everything he did made
- Chapter 91: Nicely & Blood - Aaliyah's P.O.V I watched as Tia drew my blood with a needle, I had to admit I wanted to throw up. I was a bit squeamish at the sight of blood so I looked the other way until she was finished. That didn't take too long as she spoke. "Ok done." She gently cleaned my arm before placing a bandage against the small wound. "When will I get the results?" She shrugged, slipping off her gloves. "About 2-3 days, it depends. I'll call you as soon as I get them. Don't worry." I sent her a grateful smile as I stood. "Alright, I should go ho-" I told her but I was cut off by the sound of the door opening, our eyes were immediately greeted by Marcus's.