Chapter 31. Sage's POV While having lunch with Alex, I couldn't help the thought that I was being watched. I felt self-conscious and anxious but that didn't stop the good time I was having with Alex. After we'd signed the deal and spoken to our respective lawyers, Alex insisted I had lunch with him and I had no option but to come along. Violet of course was against the idea but I came anyway while she headed back to the company. "After my grandfather died, Colton and I decided it would be best if we extended to the states. It was hard for a shift but we did it" He said raising his glass as if to raise a toast and I grinned, returning the gesture "Both of you took a bold step, your grandfather would be proud seeing the progress you have made so far," I said and he appeared to have scoffed. I thought the reaction was odd but let it slide. "So what are your plans?" I heard myself ask. To my surprise, it had been quite interesting speaking with him. His old habit of holding a captiv
Chapter 32 Diego's POV As I gazed out the conference room window, my mind betrayed me, drifting to Sage's lush curves, her skin flushed with desire. Memories of her body writhing beneath my touch taunted me, teasing my senses. I recalled the way her eyes sparkled, her lips parted in a silent scream, as I explored every inch of her. My fingers itched to retrace the paths they'd explored, to rekindle the fire that burned between us. I wanted to see her that way again – barred, unhinged, and mine. The meeting's drone receded, replaced by the echo of Sage's whispered pleas, her nails digging into my skin. My pulse quickened, my thoughts consumed by the primal urge to claim her. My thoughts were quickly replaced by a feeling of naught, I had left her hanging again and I knew she'd have cursed me to death already. When I left her on that table last night, she looked livid. I'd made it seem like I was settling scores as she'd done the same to me twice but if anyone was livid between u
Chapter 33 Sage's POV I adjusted my earrings and smoothened my dress and I stared at my reflection in the mirror. Tonight, we were heading to my parents' house for dinner. I could already imagine how much of a tense atmosphere it would be when we arrived there. Violet had been the one to inform my mom about our visit tonight but I doubt they would get their selves together and accept this relationship. Tonight would determine how far I place them. I was still hurting from their bad words weeks ago. Shrugging off the thought, I picked up my purse and walked out of the room. When I got to the living room, my breath caught when I saw Diego in the cellar. He had a glass of dark liquid in his hand and was on a phone call that looked quite intense. But I couldn't help the thought that he looked hot as he scolded whoever was at the other end. I watched him for a while before I chided myself to snap out of it. We both had been home quite early but had no interaction with each other. He
Chapter 34 Sage's POV "People can be daft and believe this lie you've put out but not me, Sage. You should know better" Dad rose from the chair, staring intently at me. I blinked coming out of my reverie, then leaned back on the chair. "Believe whatever you want but I mean it. I wouldn't be with him if I didn't want to" I said and folded my arms across my chest. He waved his hands around irritatedly like I was sprouting the most rubbish he'd ever heard. Maybe I was. I mean, I just confessed to being in love with Diego. Absurd! I wouldn't deny the attraction but having feelings for him way past that was not part of the plan. And would never be. "You didn't want to be with Theodore but you did because you saw a bigger picture. There should be one revolving around your engagement with him," Dad pressed on and I frowned knowing that he was getting to me. I shifted in my seat keeping my face blank "With you, there's always something big for the win, you're my daughter after all" H
Chapter 35 Sage's POV A week later... "I'll be seeing you in a few days, sis" Bella muttered as she hugged me. She turned and gave Diego who was leaning against the wall, a disappointed glance before storming out of the apartment. Silence befell the room. My hand traced the pearls embedded in the neckline of the dress I was wearing. I was decked up for the evening out with Diego to the Walters launch party. Everything had been going on in awkward bliss till Bella stormed in here yelling at Diego because of an auction. "You never told me about any auction," I said breaking the silence, and turned to look at him. His jaw tensed and rage flickered in his eyes. I don't think he likes the idea of the auction. He and Bella had been talking about some auction for about an hour or two and whatever the outcome of the conversation left her enraged hence, her leaving that enraged. "I didn't think it was necessary to tell you about it" He responded grumpily, "It's not like I'm happy abou
Chapter 36 Sage's POV Diego led me towards the mansion with his hand on the small of my back. His body hovered behind me as we maneuvered through the media. I noticed a few of his men pushing them back and wondered when they got here. He never went anywhere with them so it was surprising to see. "Are you okay?" He asked once we were out of sight of the crazy reporters. I nodded and looked at him, blushing when I met his intense gaze. "Cute" He complimented and my face dropped, I was about to snap at him when Greg Dickens, an associate of my father's approached us. We've met a couple of times. "Sage" He exclaimed and I smiled, he then turned to Diego, "Son, it's good to see the both of you. I heard about your marriage but doubted it, I can see for myself today that it is true. You see, no one knew about it, it was quite sudden" "It was kept between the families, of course, no one else would know," I said with a small smile. Dickens laughed, "You've always pointed out my ignoran
Chapter 37 Sage's POV "What's going on here?" Just as Emily's voice reached a fever pitch, a smooth, familiar voice cut through the chaos. I turned to see Alex standing by the side, his calm demeanor commanding attention. His eyes scanned the scene, taking in Emily's disheveled state and my nonchalant stance. A mix of surprise and guilt crossed his features as he stared at me. He took a step forward toward me ignoring Emily who was watching him, red from anger. "Sage–" Before he could finish, Emily's voice shrilled, "Cousin, help me!" Cousin? My eyebrows shot up. I'd guessed it would be such a relationship but hearing her say it confidently now, took me by surprise. She was Alex's cousin? Undoubtedly, a Walter. Alex's eyes drifted from me to her, his brows furrowed in annoyance, "Emily, what nonsense is this?" He thundered and she whimpered, staring at him in disbelief. I smirked. It didn't seem like she'd expected that from her beloved cousin "She attacked me!" Her voice wa
Chapter 38 Sage's POV "Since when has Emily been your cousin?" I asked Alex out of curiosity. Theodore had taken Emily to the hospital even though everyone knew that was not needed. The situation had been diffused and everyone was back in groups and having hushed discussions about what had happened as they didn't want to get on Diego's bad side. Not even the Walters'. I found the power he commanded sexy as fuck and blushed when I recalled a few times, he'd put me down with that side of his. Diego was by my side, our arms linked as Alex led us to the middle of the room. Alex turned and stared at me, "Recently, we found out about my uncle's illegitimate daughter. We tracked her down to reunite the family. Emily is the child" I nodded thoughtfully, recalling this uncle of his. I wasn't surprised he had an illegitimate child, he had a reputation for groping women back in the day. He'd passed away in a bar a few years back but no one knew the cause. It was concluded that he slumped.