Library
Search
Home / Romance / Betrothed / 9

Share

9

Author: siGNaTure9
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-26 23:54:15

Rachel’s POV

I suddenly jerked from my sleep gasping for air as tears flowed freely down my face. The remnants of the nightmare came hunting me, dark and suffocating. My head could still hear the echoes of those annoying words, feel the weight so heavy pulling my chest so hard.

"How dare you, Rachel! How could you do this to your sister?" Those words kept replaying as I struggled to wake up from my nightmare.

I forced my eyes open, trying to break free from the fear that had gripped me. Cold sweat formed beads on my skin, and my breaths came in short, heavy gasps. As my vision cleared, I realized I saw her seated beside me.

Sophia was right by my side on the bed, gently cleaning my face with a wet cool, damp washcloth. Her eyes were filled with concern, her movements slow and comforting, I felt a move at her kindness.

“The stress yesterday was too much for you that you passed out from exhaustion,” she said quietly. “ I hope you feel better now?”

I blinked slowly, my mind still cloude
Locked Chapter
Continue to read this book on the APP
Previous Chapter Next Chapter

Related chapters

  • Betrothed   10

    Rachel’s POVI started considering Sophia's suggestion to leave the country, the decision weighing heavily on me. My mind, went back and forth, thinking about every possible outcome, But in the end, I finally agreed to Sophia’s advice.It wouldn't be easy, saying goodbye to the place where I had spent my entire life, where every memory, both good and bad, was embedded. But Sophia made it possible, determined, her support was unwavering as she helped pack our belongings, making arrangements for a fresh start.As we gathered the rest of our things, something hit me, hard. A sudden realization sets in making my breath stuck in my throat.I have not had my monthly period in a while.I froze as the thought finally settled in, cold and heavy. I tried to recall the last time, but my mind came up blank. How had I not noticed before? Or maybe I was just ignoring the signs, I had been feeling thoroughly weak and had been vomiting all through the week. The struggles of the past few weeks, oversh

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   11

    Rachel’s POVI could feel the cold breeze brush against my face as soon as I stepped off the plane. A kind of familiar feeling, the one that brought back to me, the memories I’d long buried within me. But I wasn’t the same Rachel in the past, who had left this country in tears, pain, and humiliation. I had returned different, with a purpose, and nothing could sway me now.It's already been five long years since I ran away from everything that tore me apart, but now I was back, to return to every one of them, the things they had done to ruin me, even if it was just the weight of an atom, I am here to reclaim the honor I had always deserved.The airport was alive, with various people, I remained focused as I walked past them, heading straight for the car that was waiting to pick me up outside. It was a sleek black SUV. Sophia stood there with a bright smile plastered on her face. "Welcome Rachel, how was the trip" she left the door open to let me in. My fashion company had taken off in

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   12

    Noah's POVEverything flew so fast; well, you can't blame me, my company was at stake, so I had to do what I did, the best.It was kind of difficult at first to find Rachael's replacement but with the help of Mike, my P. It was easier.No matter how much I tried to drift to the past, I was always in awe of how I let Kim slip through my hand. I made sure to try everything possible to win back her love. It just kept proving abortive; it was late, after all.It has been five years already and I think she is now Happy with Houston. I might not know much about that jerk but I knew him well enough to keep Kim happy and safe no matter what.I can't help reminiscing the past, the site I was scrolling through wouldn't stop blabbering and rambling on and off how elegant their wedding was.Just before I could scroll up, an image caught my site on the page written boldly on the front page;"RA. Levantado!!" with the name rolling so cool on my tongue, I can't stop admiring the brand.They started

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   13

    Kim's POV.I chose to take today off from work; I have been having some difficulty in running the company with the old fools that were still there, even when I tried to relieve them of the stress that has probably won their thinking over Dad wouldn't allow that.Gulping the whole bottle down my withering throat after some early jogging is the only activity that has kept me alive since a few years back.I thought my marriage with Kim was going to be a castle on air, never have I imagined it could turn to hell just in the blinking of an eye.My wedding with Kim was the talk of the city, such a waste of money and my precious time; Our mom wouldn't stop bluffing, seemed they were a perfect match though.Kim and I had a misunderstanding and she has been avoiding well a blessing in disguise." huff" I sighed in relief as the water did justice to my throat burning of thirst.Footsteps echoed through the revealing Kim to the sight, as usual, she passed by me expecting me to say some things th

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   14

    Kim's POV.Sulking while rough-handedly throwing away all the pillows and other substances within range in anger.Why was it just difficult turning this guy on, this wasn't the Kelvin I married to, the Kelvin married to can't even stand a chance not to look at me for a day.....Not able to control the tears I trapped in my lids, I broke down sobbing on and off haggardly wiping my eyes.What happened that day was a mistake and a slip of the tongue.....I was grateful for not slipping anything suspicious to leave him doubtful about Racheal's mishap.With rage of anger I went ahead to pick my phone I flung out of anger.With a breaking voice;" Mom, I don't think I can do this anymore, he wouldn't even look at me"My mom wouldn't let me off my mind with everyday nagging about bearing an heir, I don't know what that has got to do with Kelvin's behavior but as much as I wanted Kelvin to fall head over heel for me just the way it was before, nothing is impossible.Only if I could go back to

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   15

    RACHEAL'S POV.After what seemed like an hour, Juliet's call came through, informing me what HR had done so far regarding the pre-conference call.It was at the last bit when I asked Juliet to change the physical mode of the meeting to digital.I was planning on letting Arielle, Sarah, and Rayna come over; it should be easier anyway now that Rayna's school is on vacation."I should suggest this to Sarah later".....I muttered under my breath giving myself a mental note to do just that.Elegantly my wide-leg pants hugged perfectly to my hips doing justice to my hourglass body.Exuding confidence and admiration, I marched forward straight to my office. Immediately, I reached my store, arranging my things as usual, in order.As Juliet came in to announce the start of the meeting any moment from now, I felt some waves of panic crashing into me;"you can do this, Racheal; this is just purely business, no attraction, and no lust for revenge right now... it's just a conference call, remember!

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   16

    Rachael's POV."You have to calm down Racheal unless you want to endanger Arielle's life"I couldn't stop myself from pacing and walking in a circle since she told me about Kimberly.Kimberly meeting Ariella is not a great thing at all, I can still feel the bile formed in me leaving me nauseous when she broke the news.....I can't just calm myself down." Noah is acting suspicious" I blurted." Are you sure you still want to do this, Racheal...... it's your brand, your company, your work...You are the CEO here which means you can dictate every move of your contractors......you hold the highest share anyway, They have no say here" Sarah said in one breath with worry written over her countenance earning a relieved smile from me "" I have to Sarah......I have been working and preparing for this moment... Neither Kim nor Noah has the right to break me now that I am a few steps away"Sarah could only affirm my declaration.With her forehead touching mine, she said....." No matter what you

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

  • Betrothed   17

    NOAH'S POV.Mike's voice disrupted my thoughts, reporting the current issue with Houston since it was the top news now." Can you give it a trier if they tried to put it on sale?"Screwing my eyes in confusion, something is just off......why would Houston be reaching the bottom when they have a multimillionaire like Kelvin as a son-in-law? I don't know if it is worth the risk.Kelvin has stopped funding us, and that caught us off guard; he stopped mine, and now Houston?Lost in my thoughts before Mike's dry cough brought me out of my reverie." You haven't been listening, have you?" He asked why, staring at me, waiting for my reply." Mike, Do you have any idea why Kelvin could have let the Houston sink like that.....don't you find something fishy? I mean, he has caught off our funding, and now he isn't doing anything to help Houston." I knitted my brow in worry as my curiosity got the best of me." Are you trying to say, he is using the company instead of helping them......?"" Does

    Last Updated : 2024-10-26

Latest chapter

  • Betrothed   74

    RACHEAL'S POV.I could feel the tremors in my fingers as I dialed Sophia's number. It wasn’t fear of some intruder lurking in my home that had me shaking; it was the gnawing anxiety of what Sophia might reveal. I’ve always had this nagging sense that she was hiding something from me, but I’d been patient, hoping she would eventually open up when she was ready. I had to maintain the facade for Rayla, Sophia’s child. I let her believe I understood her mother’s thoughts and feelings, even when I didn’t. It felt like I was walking a tightrope, trying not to disrupt the delicate balance of their world. But now, the tension was palpable, and I sensed that the time had come for answers. Sophia’s avoidance today was telling. Why hadn’t she picked up my calls? It was as if she knew something was brewing, something she wasn’t ready to face. My heart raced as I glanced at the man in the room with me—his smirk only added to my unease. He seemed to revel in my discomfort, but I had no choice; I

  • Betrothed   73

    Kim's POVI gripped the steering wheel, my knuckles turning white as frustration boiled within me. "How could this happen?" I had planned every detail, every move, just to get Noah's attention. I could almost feel the heat of his gaze, the way he smiled at me, and I wanted to turn that spark into something more. But then Rachael had to show up, didn’t she?“Of all the times to barge in! Couldn’t she have just stayed in her perfect little world?” I muttered to myself, my voice laced with venom. The memory of Rachael’s smug smile made my blood boil. "Why did she have to ruin everything?"Images flashed in my mind: the way I approached Noah, my heart racing with excitement, my plans swirling in my head. I had been ready to make my move, and then Rachael’s voice shattered the moment like glass. “Kim, what are you doing here?”"Ugh! Just like that, she had to play the lucky one here, the one who always meddles."I shook my head, my anger intensifying. “I was trying to be bold, you idiot!” I

  • Betrothed   72

    Rachael's POV."We are being followed, ma'am"I had to walk briskly back to the last floor, where the car was parked while James held the door open for me.I still couldn't get myself. Even when I leaned immediately, I disrupted the kiss.My social media account went out due to different messages and texts here and there.I waited behind till this moment because coming to his office because I thought he might want to do something about it probably asked his social team to handle it by taking it down but after a while and still couldn't notice anything I had to force my way down to his office and I wouldn't deny the great disappointment I felt meeting Kim there, the hurt, the pain...... everything flooded in which I refused to let it take me down instead letting my Adrenaline take control filling me up with confidence I couldn't point out where it came from.I loved it when he slammed the door to Kim's face, and I loved the expression on her face. At least it gave me hope, a glint of

  • Betrothed   71

    Noah's POV “Sorry, I interrupted something. Maybe I shouldn’t have come.”Her voice broke through my trance, making me realize what was unfolding before me.My heart sank. I could see Kim’s disdain in her eyes, and I felt a rush of protectiveness for Racheal. I struggled to find my voice, feeling trapped between them.I saw through her, it filled with disgust and also disappointment, but why would she feel disappointed when we don't share a thing? I still stood firm to my foot not saying a word until she began to back away, her gaze on the floor. “I should go. It’s not like we share anything worth me explaining or correcting, whatever it is that might be going on in his head.”Her words hit me hard. Did she think I had an explanation? We don't share a thing. I might be “No, wait!” I called out, grabbing her wrist without thinking. I pulled her into the office and shut the door behind us, shutting out Kim’s glare.“Stop it! Stop it okay” Racheal exclaimed, pulling away, her anger evid

  • Betrothed   70

    Unknown Pov.Los Angeles had a way of swallowing secrets whole, of hiding them under neon lights and cracked concrete. It was the perfect place for someone like me to operate, to weave webs invisible to anyone who didn’t know where to look. This city, with its endless alleys and shadowy corners, was my kind of playground. And tonight, I had a game to play.I waited, seated in a small, dimly lit room in the back of one of my usual spots. The man across from me looked nervous, tapping his fingers on the edge of the table, darting his eyes around like he expected to see ghosts. His name wasn’t important; he was just one of my watchers, someone who owed me enough that he knew better than to keep secrets. And tonight, he had plenty to share.“Sir” he started, his voice barely a whisper. I didn’t bother answering. I just looked at him, waiting, letting him sweat it out. People reveal more when they’re nervous, and I was interested in every detail.He swallowed, gathering the courage to cont

  • Betrothed   69

    Kim’s POVI’d be lying if I said I hadn’t thought about Noah every single day since he walked out of my life. No matter how hard I tried to push him from my mind, he was always there, haunting my thoughts like a ghost that wouldn’t leave. The things he said, the way he looked at me, it all lingered, reminding me of everything I had lost—and everything I still wanted.For too long, I had convinced myself that he was out of reach. That maybe his heart had finally slipped away from me for good, tethered somewhere I couldn't reach. But recently, something changed. I saw how he looked at Racheal, and a spark of jealousy flickered inside me, igniting an idea. Maybe he wasn’t entirely lost to me after all. Maybe I could pull him back into my orbit, and remind him of what we had before she ever showed up.And so, that’s how I found myself making my way to his office that day. It was early evening, and the hallways of his building were empty, quiet, and dimly lit. I could feel the tension tigh

  • Betrothed   68

    Kim's POV.I vent out my anger to the pieces of furniture in the room to the lamp desk beside the bedsides, crutching and throwing up things my hand could touch.The more I kept to flew things the more the anger in me seemed unquenchable.I couldn't pick up my mom's call because I knew talking to her would only make things worse. Kelvin has made it his daily job to avoid me, I heard from his secretary that he is going on a Business trip.My marriage has turned into a hut and my quest has yet to be fulfilled.....The first time it was Charlie who called asking me to check my IG and I bore the consequences of everything, especially from my mom.The image displayed on my screen kept infuriating me more and more.....the hashtag, the comment.... everything just seemed to be adding to my fire.With every comment I read talking about how perfect they look and how great they would be if they get married...... everything just keeps messing the entire me up.I heard the honking car downstairs i

  • Betrothed   67

    RACHEAL'S POVI felt so down and heartbroken when Noah called me a forbidden fruit. I knew he still saw me as someone who only wanted to ruin him and taint his image again even when I had no intention of such.I love the way he kissed me, it was desperate expressing how much he has been wanting which I started to dwell into hoping for a new start until he said those words.He has a thing for having his way and then leaving me mending the shredded piece of me.I wasn't expecting Kelvin to be in the meeting because I don't remember granting him his requests. I noticed his uneasiness and I walked towards him to confirm that not knowing his real intention against me." Would he kissed me or do something out of my will if Noah hadn't barged in?'I mumbled inaudibly."Kelvin hasn't for once gotten attracted to me and now will not be that moment "I trailed off to my thought before asking Juliet if she sent the invitation letter to Kelvin." He is now one of the contractors so I had to send

  • Betrothed   66

    Noah's POVAs I stood in the dimly lit hotel room, the air felt thick with tension, and the weight of my decision to come to California pressed heavily on my chest. I had traveled all this way for Rachel, a woman I had convinced myself I didn’t love. But as I stood there, the truth crashed over me like a relentless wave—I couldn’t imagine my life without her. The drive down had been a blur, my mind racing with thoughts of her and the lingering doubts that had plagued me for weeks. But nothing could have prepared me for the sight that awaited me when I finally arrived. When I walked into the meeting room, I was greeted by the sight of Rachel and Kelvin standing uncomfortably close. Their silent echoed imagination words in my ears, and a fire ignited within me. I don't care if he was his ex or anything, I might not be the good guy too but of course he shouldn't and must not be Kelvin.My heart raced as I watched them staring at each other with Kelvin's eyes filled with lust and Rache

You may also like

DMCA.com Protection Status