Chapter Six
chapter sixThe auditorium became so quiet that if a pin drop the sound will be heard from miles away. Bill delayed a little in answering the question which made everybody wait in anticipation. He looked in the direction of his father and his father was glaring dangerously at him, the glares were speaking volumes that only Bill could decode. It was as if his father was saying, if you try anything funny then you are dead. Bill knew better than to do anything contrary to what is supposed to be done. After a moment of silence, he finally said, “I do" in a low tone and there was an uproar in the whole auditorium.“By the power vested in me, I now declare you husband and wife, you may now kiss your bride," the priest said with enthusiasm.Bill looked at Nelly with disgust written all over his face, he went to her and bent towards her making their lips just inches apart. Nelly's heart started thumping in her chest, she was thinking he will kiss her.“Welcome to hell" he whispered to her with a dangerous smirk playing on his lips.The whole crowd thought they were kissing and erupted into a loud ovation.After the church service, everybody proceeded for the reception. The couple entered a white limousine which took them to the reception venue. It was a very large hall which was beautifully decorated. The designer did a good job of making the place extremely beautiful and fascinating. Nelly and Bill already changed their outfit. Nelly was putting on a wine-colored off-shoulder long flowing gown while Bill was putting on a long sleeve white shirt with blue pants. Two buttons of the shirt were left open which exposed his broad and sexy chest.The reception went on with so many fun activities, there was a lot of dance, interesting games and the DJ dishing out cool music. Roddy and Michael were all smiles, it was as if they were happier than the couple which was actually correct. Many dignitaries graced the occasion, as the Willows and Kent families are very influential in the country. The couple went about greeting the guest with fake smiles on their faces. Nelly was getting exhausted and just wanted to go home and have a good nap, her face was already paining her due to the fake smile that she has been plastering on her face.After what seemed like an eternity to both Bill and Nelly, the occasion eventually came to an end and they couldn't be more grateful. They entered into the same limousine which conveyed them to the reception venue, it will take them to the hotel where they will be spending their first night together. Bill was not happy about staying in a hotel together with his so-called wife, he attempted to protest but his father was very adamant, he insisted that Bill and his bride must spend their first night in a hotel then after that they can go to Bill's mansion. It was a five-star hotel, Exploits hotel which is the most expensive hotel in the country. Throughout their journey, they ignored each other with none of them sparing themselves as much as a glance. They all buried their face in their phones doing what no one knows. They arrived at the hotel and Bill was the first to get down from the car without caring about his wife. Nelly also came out of the car and followed Bill at a safe distance. They entered the hotel and an attendant directed them to their room. It was the most expensive room in the whole of the hotel which was located on the last floor. Only extremely wealthy people could afford that room.They got to their suite and the attendant handed their room key to Bill before leaving. Bill opened the door and without sparing a backward glance at Nelly walked straight into the room. Nelly entered the room as well and she was amazed at the sight before her. The room was a sight to behold, it was so spacious and neat with a massive king-size bed positioned gallantly at the center of the room. It was also decorated beautifully with nice scenting flowers which were scattered all over the room. Rose petals which formed a heart shape were used to decorate the bed. Nelly saw no need for all these decorations because she and Bill are not going to make love to each other. She won't even allow it, there is no way she is going to give her virginity to a person she doesn't love, and not only that a rude and arrogant man like Bill.“Don't think all these decorations are important to me, it is very useless because we aren't doing anything” he said to her when he noticed that she kept on staring at the bed."You and I know that I won't even think of having anything to do with you" she snapped back at him.Bill did not say anything to her again, he did not have time to banter words with her he just wanted to be with the woman he loves. He walked to the bathroom and had a warm and refreshing shower. He came out putting on a bathrobe and went to the walk-in closet to dress. He saw a pair of jean trousers and a white tee- shirt hanging there neatly and he wore it. He walked out of the closet and looked at Nelly who had all her attention focused on her phone and without uttering a single word to her he left the hotel room. After Bill left, Nelly went to have her shower before wearing a nightgown. She ordered for food which was brought to her immediately and she devoured it with great alacrity, she was really hungry as she did not get to eat anything throughout the day. After she finished eating her sumptuous meal, she lay down on the king size bed and drifted off to dreamland.********The next morning********Nelly opened her eyes and the bright rays from the sun which penetrated through a slight opening in the curtain hit her eyes and she closed them back. She later opened her eyes again as she adjusted to the light.“So am married, like for real? she asked herself remembering the events of yesterday.“And where the hell is Bill, that rude guy, where on earth does a groom leaves his bride on their wedding night? Why am I even bothering myself? Where ever he is, is none of my business he should just get here quickly so that we can get the hell out of here" She said to herself with a huge frown on her face.She was still soliloquizing when the door opened and Bill walked in smiling, but the smile disappeared from his face immediately after he entered the room fully.“Get ready we need to get out of here" he ordered her and left the room.“Such a rude brat, who does he think he is to command me? She asked herself then a long sigh followed before she walked into the bathroom to take a warm shower. After bathing for twenty minutes, she came out with a towel tied around her chest. She sat down in front of the mirror and applied the lotion she saw there before wearing a short blue gown that stopped above her knees then she wore blue sandals to match.They did not come with any luggage, the hotel provided everything they used. This is one of the services they offer to influential customers. Everything they need is provided for them.Nelly went outside entered the car and met Bill already seated, and as usual, they ignored each other.*********Bills Mansion**********They got to Bill's mansion and the automatic gate opened on its own giving them access to the large and beautiful compound.The driver drove into the compound and parked in the parking lot. Bill came down from the car and walked straight into the house without even minding that he is in the company of someone else.“So rude, he can't even wait for me" Nelly murmured as she made her way inside the house. When they entered the house they were surprised to see both of their parents in the living room.“Here comes the latest couple in town" Michael announced and everyone smiled except for Nelly and Bill.”Let us have breakfast together to celebrate the newest couple in town" Debbie suggested and the rest of them concurred.They all head to the dining hall where varieties of mouth-watering food have already been set on the table. They took their seat with Bill and Nelly sitting beside each other. The maid dished their food and everybody started eating their food in silence until Michael decided to break the silence.“So how was your first night together? Michael asked the both of them and Nelly choked on her food. How was she supposed to tell them that she and Bill did not stay in the same room not to talk of having anything together?“It was fantastic, we enjoyed ourselves or didn't you", he asked Nelly staring intently at her.“Uh ye yes" she stuttered not knowing what to say because she was caught unawares by Bill.“Why will this dimwit ask me this question when he knows we did not do anything? she asked herself while glaring hard at Bill.“Oh my son, I know you must have given her different styles, I trust you on that one" Michael added making the atmosphere awkward especially for Nelly who was still a virgin."Michael can we just leave this topic, it should be between the couple" Debbie cut in so that Michael can quit with the dirty talks because left for Michael he would continue chattering on and on."So where would you guys like to spend your honeymoon is it in Paris or in Dubai? Roddy asked both of them.“Honeymoon? They asked in unison.“Yes honeymoon where do you guys want to go? he asked them again.Chapter Twenty-Nine. Avery burst into tears, she did not expect Rocco to talk to her in the manner he did. The way he spoke reminded her of her ex. He is the first person to call her uncultured and arrogant and Rocco saying it now made her remember the memories she was trying to bury in the deepest part of her heart. Avery acts like a strong girl but deep down she is very soft and emotional and no one has seen that side of her except Nelly and RoccoRocco did not expect her to start crying, he expected her to stand up to him and answer him. Avery stood up and without another word to Rocco she went out of the restaurant. Rocco stood up and followed her. "I am sorry," he said to her but she did not respond to him as she made to dial her driver's number."Please don't go, am sorry about what I said earlier I didn't mean any of that," he said holding her hand but she snatched her hand away from his grip. "I'm I not good enough to be loved? What you just said earlier confirmed my feelin
Chapter Twenty-Eight. Yes, please let's get rid of this one I promise we will keep the next one, I am not ready for the responsibility that comes with motherhood and I'm still very young to be a mother, I'm just twenty-one years old" Nelly explained. "Are you being serious right now? How can you even consider getting rid of our baby, your flesh and blood? Are we not married how can you say you are not ready for the responsibility that comes with motherhood? When do you then plan to be ready? Gosh, I can't believe we are having this conversation what if you die in the process of aborting a baby, what becomes of me? Bill asked angrily. "Let us get this straight, we are not getting rid of this baby, and that is final," Bill said to Nelly and walked out of the hospital. He was very angry with Nelly for even making that kind of suggestion. "I would suggest you keep the baby, there are many risks involved in having an abortion," The doctor said to Nelly who only nodded. She left the h
Chapter Twenty-seven************Two months later********Nelly has been feeling sick for the past two weeks. She did not tell Bill about it because she thought she could handle it. And Bill has not been around for three weeks. He traveled for a business trip in Germany. "Oh my God why am I feeling this way? Nelly asked herself as she tried to get up from the bed. She has been lying down all day and it is already afternoon yet she still does not have any strength to get up. She gathered all the strength in her and got up. She freshened up before leaving the room for the sitting room. Immediately she entered the living room she called on one of the maids to get her food. She has not eaten since morning. "Ma'am, what would you like to eat? The maid asked. "Just get me anything" she replied. "The maid went into the kitchen and came back after a while with rice and beef sauce. This used to be one of her best food but the sight of it today got her irritated. She decided to force hersel
Chapter Twenty-sixBill and Nelly spent two weeks in Paris before coming back to the USA. Those two weeks they spent in Paris together were one of the best moments of their lives. Bill made sure he took Nelly to most of the exciting places in Paris and Nelly also made sure she tasted different French cuisine. The couple forgot about the attack they had on their way but as soon as they got back to the USA the memories came back again. "I am scared," Nelly said to Bill as they were driving to their mansion."About what? He asked her. "Are you telling me you have forgotten so soon what happened when we were going to Paris? She asked him with a hint of anger in her voice. She was not happy with the way his voice portrayed non-challance."We were attacked by unknown gunmen and you don't see anything to be afraid of? Nelly asked. "Calm down my love, I will get to the root of this trust me. I would put every measure in place to ensure your security. Once we get home I will call the agenc
Chapter Twenty-Five"What is that? Nelly asked already panicking."I think we are been followed," the driver said to them."They looked behind and there was a car following them, the occupants of the car were holding guns and kept shooting at their car but the driver being experienced with this kind of situation started driving in a Zigzag manner that way, no bullet touched the car.Nelly was very scared, and she held onto Bill tightly, Bill was also scared but he kept calm to encourage her. The driver kept driving in a Zigzag manner until they got to the airport and the unknown men could not follow them again because the airport is heavily guarded."What was that for? Bill asked no one in particular."I don't know sir, it seems that they are after your life because the person pointed the gun directly at you," the driver said. "But why will someone be after my life? I have offended no one" Bill said to the driver who did not say anything in reply."Call the police and make a report"
Chapter Twenty fourWhat!!! they screamed at the same time."Are you my dad's friend's son, wow just wow, did you plan all this? she asked him angrily transferring her frustration on him. "Hey lady can you just stop all this your ranting, you and I are in the same position here. I was forced to come here by my father. Do you think, left for me, I would have come here on my own accord? Instead of us sit down together and plan how to prevent this marriage from happening, because it is obvious the both of us are not interested in this marraige, you are here ranting like a mad woman" Rocco lashed out at her angrily."Okay so what do you suggest we do? Avery asked him."Let us sit down and talk like civilized people" he said. "We will start by introducing ourselves, let us get to know ourselves because we cannot work together if we don't know ourselves" "My name is Rocco Santos and your are? he asked her."Avery Cortez she answered""So what plan do you have? she asked him."Let us pre