❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ I halted when I saw the huge banner at the entrance with Chelsea’s picture. Wait a minute, don’t tell me Maddy and Ben brought me to Chelsea's birthday. “Guess you are no longer curious.” Ben said, and I glared at him, then Maddy, who was holding an innocent face and I knew too well that there’s nothing innocent about her. “Why on earth did you bring me to her birthday?” I yelled, not minding the glance I’m getting from other people. “I want my little champ to be happy. She feels so down and even her birthday didn’t excite her, it’s more like a death day than a birthday.” He said, and I smacked his hand. “How can you say that?” How could he say my baby birthday is more like a death day. “It’s the truth. I don’t know what happened between you and Xavier, but it affected my baby, she no longer talks to her dad, guess you quitting did wonders on her.” She isn’t what…, oh baby. I’m so sorry, I didn’t know my absence will affect her, and she isn’t talking to
Forty. Few Hours Later. It was 7:00 pm and the so-called adult party had started, the kids left with their parents at 6:00 pm, so it took the decorators an hour to change the hall setting. I must say the party was damn awesome, there were male and female artistes and also actors and actresses, not newbies, I’m talking about popular celebrities. Looks like Mr. Xavier knows everybody because politicians, business owners and even some presidents of other countries came just to acknowledge Chelsea’s birthday. I’m so certain that by now my mouth will be filled with flies because I was gobsmacked. Who will ever think that I will be able to see these celebrities in reality. I saw Mr Xavier speaking with the Barbie doll, the one I saw at the office some time ago, I sipped from my glass and turned to say something to Maddy but paused when I saw Ben and her in a serious conversation, it was like I was a ghost in their midst. I excused myself and went to the bar stand. “Hey, beautiful
XAVIER. After making sure Chelsea was sleeping and left in safe hands, my mum’s. I came back to the adult party which was kind of big, I didn’t know it will be this big, I only invited some few guests and all but anyway they are already here, so I will be a good host and welcome them. I was sitting with Mira and at the same time I was oblivious to whatever she was saying, all my attention was on one person, her. Alyssa and that chocolate haired boy have been talking for quite some time now, and I don’t like it, she looked so happy talking to him like she wasn’t the same girl who confessed her feelings and left me in guilt. I watched every of her movement, and I was so glad when the boy excused himself to make or take a call. Alyssa stood up and went to the restroom area, and awhile later she returned talking to another guy, was it her thing to talk to guys, handsome guys to be precise. “Xavier, Xavier.” Mira tapped my arm and I stared at her. “Did you say something?” I aske
Chapter forty two. ❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ Speaking with a friend you haven’t seen for months now is so awkward but with the help of memories I was able to scale through, but I completely lost interest in whatever he was saying when Mr Xavier stood up holding his head like he was in pain. He walked to the other side slowly with the Barbie doll following closely, and he stopped, he brought out his phone and typed on it, then Ben walked to his side. I couldn’t hear what they were saying, but with the expression in Ben’s face I knew something was wrong, he helped me Xavier to the elevator then walked back and grabbed the doll, dragging her out. She was screaming trying to gain attention, but due to the loud music and chatters, one was unable to hear what she was saying. What was wrong with him? Is he okay, was he sick? I shook my head, no I shouldn’t be bothered by him, but what if he needs help. “Aly, are you listening to me?” I got up quickly and gave him an apologetic smile. “I’m so
❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ I woke up with a huge smile on my face, I can’t believe I had sex last night and with the man I love. Although he would rather not admit it, I know he likes me. Don’t ask me how, but I just know, with the way he treated me last night with so much care even though he was drugged. I groaned when I felt pain all over my body, Mr. Xavier was a beast last night and I don’t know if it’s because he was drugged or that was his normal stamina, I can’t count the number of times he did it, and he only left me when it was almost dawn. I can’t believe I am no longer a Virgin, well it’s odd to see a Virgin at this age, but I made a promise to give myself to the man I love and not some night stand. I heard water pouring and I turned my head to the bathroom, it stopped immediately; the door opened and Mr. Xavier cleaning his wet hair with a towel. Gosh, he looks so sexy doing that, he stopped and looked at me. I blushed and brought my eyes down. “Good morning sir.” I greeted and d
THREE MONTHS LATER. FRANK. I walked into the house and the sweet smell of the mouthwatering dish Maria had prepared wafted into my nose. I closed the door and made my way to the dining room and there she was, the love of my life, she was arranging the table for dinner and I couldn’t wait to eat her delicious meal. A lot has happened these past three months, I was able to get a good job which payment was acceptable, and it would help provide for my child when he/she arrives. Maria has been the great partner anyone could ask for, she’s a breath of fresh air in my life and I thank Mum every day for not making me to lose such a good woman. Even though she’s pregnant she still does the laundry, cleans the house and also cooks, although on most occasions I try to stop her, but she wouldn’t budge, so I let her be. I leaned against the door frame and watched her with love, in less than two weeks we will welcome my child, our child into this world and only the thought of it makes me f
Next Morning. ❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ “Aly, Aly.” I felt a light tap on my back and groaned. Who on earth is disturbing my peaceful sleep? “Hmm.” I turned to the other side to avoid whosoever it was, but the person was persistent. “What’s wrong with you Aly? You are not the one who gave birth, but at this time you are still sleeping.” Mum scolded, and I got up yawning loudly with heavy eyelids, I still feel sleepy. “Good morning mum.” I greeted, giving her my best smile. “Afternoon Aly, it’s past 12.” “What! Did I really sleep that much?” I whispered to myself, but Mum obviously heard. “Yeah you did, and I have been trying to wake you up for the past forty minutes but no, you were sleeping like a log without a care in the world. Tell me Aly, are you perhaps pregnant?” I gasped. What is Mum talking about? To get pregnant one needs to have sex and I haven’t had sex in a while, so how can I be pregnant? “What Mum? How can you say that? I’m just tired, that’s all.” She narr
❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ I kept on staring at the door for some time now, Mum and Mr. Xavier were still outside, and I don’t know what they were talking about, I hope she didn’t tell him about my pregnancy? I took in deep breaths and finally Mum showed up without Mr. Xavier. “Mum, where are you coming from?” Frank asked. “From the hospital parking lot.” She replied and immediately changed the topic. “How’s my favorite grandkids doing? I hope they aren’t creating a fuss.” “They are doing fine, but Kylie is really becoming a foodie.” Maria said, and they all laughed, I smiled awkwardly. “Aly what’s wrong you’ve been moody and sitting quietly in hat particular spot since you came in?” Maria asked. “Nanny, are you sick?” Chelsea asked, this time staring at me with worried eyes. “No baby, I’m fine I’m just tired.” “Then go home and rest, there isn’t much for you to do here.” Maria suggested and I nodded. She’s right, I need to leave and have a good rest while thinking about th
A Week Later. “Come on, Mrs. Winthrop, you can do it. I can see the head, you just have to push.” The doctor said trying to encourage me, but that’s what she has been saying for the past forty minutes. Gosh, this is so painful, I ain’t doing this again. I breath out loudly then took in a deep breath as I held Xavier’s hand tightly, pushing harder as I felt the head coming out, and suddenly, I felt free from the pain and the shrill cry of the baby was heard in the room. “The first one is out, it’s a boy.” The doctor announced and Xavier kissed my cheeks. “Two more to go, babe.” I nodded as I pushed again, but this time it didn’t take long before they came out. “Congrats, Mr. Winthrop.” I said weakly as I stared at a crying Xavier. “Thank you, darling.” He pecked the crown of my head, wiping my sweat off. I closed my eyes, turning the noise and everything down. ~~~~ XAVIER. I never thought I would ever witness this, the birth of my babies. It didn’t sit well with me to see
FOUR MONTHS LATER. ❤️❤️ ALYSSA ❤️❤️ I stared at myself as I rubbed the lipstick on my lips and couldn’t help but smile. I can’t believe this is me in the mirror, I look more beautiful and happy, and I love it. “Mummy!” I turned, and I saw my beautiful angel running towards me. She was putting on the same gown as me but with a different design, she looked so beautiful. “Hey baby, how are you?” I asked pecking her cheeks and she giggled doing the same to same and my huge tummy. Trust me, this tummy is so big that sometimes I fear it would burst. “How are my baby’s sisters doing?” Chelsea asked and I chuckled. She wanted them to be girls, and I just pray she gets her wish. “They are Fine.” I replied, and she smiled rubbing her hand on it. It has been great during these past four months, Lisa was so happy when she heard I was pregnant, although she scolded and smacked Xavier for hurting me. I remembered the first day I told Chelsea I was carrying her baby sister or b
❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ “I have my reasons, Alyssa.” He paused and took a deep breath. “I have my reasons for rejecting you.” I stared at him in anticipation. “Take a seat.” He tapped the space beside him and I sat down, waiting for his explanation. “There’s a reason why I don’t have any woman in my life now and before. Do you know before you came into my life, a lot of women has shown interest in me and even mum introduced some ladies to me, but I didn’t have it in me to take one in, not when they were going to leave me anyway. I remember the first day you walked into my office, looking like an angel and trust me, you got my attention without trying, I haven’t looked at any woman the way I stared at you. They were the same way I stared at my Charlotte.” I gasped. His Charlotte, Who was that? “Charlotte was my first love, my life, and everything, she was my late wife and Chelsea’s mum. You see, Alyssa, when she came into my life, I thought everything would work out for me, us, wel
❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ I opened my eyes and found myself in an unfamiliar room and similarly to when Timothy abducted me, the thing I was in was moving. I gulped and got up slowly, where am I now? I tried recollecting all that happened, and then I remembered, Xavier, he came to save me. I thought he wouldn’t care or leave me to rot in there, but he saved me, maybe he did it to save his child and not me. I chuckled bitterly at my pathetic self, even after rejecting for twice I’m still rooting for him to love me, pathetic. “You are awake.” I turned to the doorway and saw him, the intruder on my mind. He was clad in a sweat shirt and pants, and he looked deliciously handsome that all I wanted to do was rip the shirt off and jumped on his bone. I blushed and smacked myself. “Are you okay?” I suddenly felt his presence next to me. “I’m fine, thanks for saving me, Mr. Xavier.” I said. I was grateful he took me out of that hellhole, I didn’t know what Timothy would have done to me if he d
❤️ ALYSSA ❤️ I continued moving backwards as he walked slowly to my side and I gasped when I got to the wall. He snickered and said. “Nowhere to run too now, huh.” I looked at the door behind him and made a move to run for it, but he grabbed my hand like he was expecting that. “Let go of me, Timothy.” I commanded, trying to take his hard grip off. “You are hurting me, Timothy.” I cried in pain and, like a person under a spell, he snapped out of it l. He released my hand, which was already red from his tight grip. “I’m sorry Aly.” He apologized and picked my bruised hand up, but I took it away quickly. “Don’t touch me.” I yelled, and he stopped. “I apologize for hurting you Aly, it wasn’t my intention, but you’re the one making me to hurt you.” I scoffed. “You can’t get what you want from me, Timothy, please let me go, please.” He heaves. “I can’t Aly. This is your rightful place, right here next to me.” He leaned closer, and I turned my head. “You look
XAVIER. “Is everything ready?” I asked Ben as we took our seat on my private jet. “Yes, no need to worry. I called him, and I’ve set up a meeting with him.” He explained and I nodded. That’s a good start, we were on our way to Dubai to get Alyssa back, and with all of this going on, what surprised me most was when Benjamin said he knows someone in the mafia. I was beyond astonished, but it came to our favor because he was ready to hear us out. I sighed, rubbing my temples, the past three days haven’t been easy for Chelsea, Alyssa’s family and funny as it may sound, me. Everyone was on tenterhooks praying for Alyssa’s safety, and I’ve promised to bring her back home safely. “What are you thinking about?” Ben nudged my arms and I opened my eyes. “I don’t know, is this going to work?” I asked. I was skeptical about this plan, but I need to make this work ‘cause it’s the only way Alyssa can come home. Whatever I need to forfeit, I will do it as long as the woman I’ve come to
XAVIER TWO DAYS LATER It has been two days since I’ve been coming to Alyssa’s place and couldn’t find her. I have been going back and forth, knocking on her door or ringing the bell but no answer from her. The first thought that came to my mind the first day I couldn’t find her was that she ran away with my child, I mean I did a lot of nasty things to her and I would accept if she ran away but after getting some meaningful message from Chelsea, I could tell she didn’t leave on her own. With the financial influence I had, I made the cops search the whole town but still, there wasn’t any report about her, so my thought was that maybe she was abducted to another town. I alighted from my car and sighed, I closed the door then took quick strides into the building. “Good morning, Mr. Winthrop.” Caleb greeted. Caleb was the guy in charge of the security footage in Alyssa’s area, so here I am trying to see if I could find any clue in searching for her. “Morning, is the results ou
❤️❤️ ALYSSA ❤️❤️ I woke up with a headache and found myself in an unfamiliar room, I sat up groggily looking around to see if I can have an idea of where I was. The last thing I remembered was going to meet Tim in a café and having a chat while drinking my juice, then I suddenly felt dizzy and weak. What happened after that? A picture of Timothy walking towards me with a smirk played in my head and I shook my head, no, Timothy wouldn’t do this to me. He’s my friend, and he wouldn’t hurt me right, I sighed and rubbed my tummy, where am I and why did I feel whatever this was moving. “I can see that you are awake.” I snapped my head to the doorway and saw him resting his body on the door frame with a smile. “Where am I Tim?” I asked and he chuckled, walking closer to me. I shifted backwards but stopped when I hit the bed stand. “Oh my dear Alyssa, you are safe with me. So don’t bother your little brain about where we are or going.” He brought his hand to my face, but I swat
XAVIER. After Alyssa and Chelsea left, Alyssa’s Mum stayed behind and the glare she was giving to me was too much. I cleared my throat to lessen the awkwardness, she has been staring at me for quite some time now, and it’s becoming uncomfortable. I attempted to leave, but she pulled me back. “Can I have a word with you?” She asked, and I paused. A word, with me. Did she want to speak to me about Alyssa and I? “Ma’am, is there anything wrong?” I asked, wiping my sweaty hands on my trousers. I’m nervous and I don’t know why? “Yes. Everything is wrong, my daughter living You is so wrong and all of this bullshit, everything is so wrong.” She yelled angrily and I sighed. I guessed right, this is all about Alyssa. “Ma’am, can you please tell me what’s wrong about it?” “You know you’re the first guy my Aly has loved, the day she confessed her feelings to you, and you rejected her, my Aly who was bubbling with life always cheerful and happy became sad. I noticed her behavior t