Paige's POVI felt awkward in Steve's tight hug, so I was the one who pulled away and took a single step back."I'll cook your lunch, Steve. I'm sure you haven't eaten anything."He smiled bitterly. "I'm fine, Paige."I shook my head. "I'm not leaving yet, Steve. I need to make sure that you're really fine.""How about your cousins?" He suddenly asked, ignoring what I said. "You should be taking care of them and your Aunt Precy. How is she, by the way?"I smiled sadly. "She's still unconscious, Steve. And don't worry about my cousins. They're fine.""How 'bout you?" He asked, staring into my eyes.I heaved a sigh. "I'm scared for Aunt Precy. You can't take that away from me. Nevertheless, I'm okay."He nodded and sat on the stool. He watched me as I cooked his lunch. I can feel his stares as he's just silently watching me. I don't know what he's thinking, since I can't read the expression on his face. It was blank, but his eyes were full of sorrow."Paige…"I glanced at him. "Hmm?""I
Paige's POVI jumped in my seat and slowly turned to the table next to me after I heard a loud thud and crash. Ares is now crying after turning the table upside down. He's wasted. So as Alex, who's resting his back against the wall, staring at Aunt Precy's picture. On the other hand, Achi heaved a sigh and slowly put the tray of coffee on the visitors' table. He walked towards his brother and started cleaning the mess in silence. His face was grim but I can see in his eyes that he's worried.Everyone was silent. No one dares to speak. Only the sorrow and darkness of pain is reigning the cold four-cornered room. After the funeral, we gathered here to pay respect. Aunt Precy's friends, classmates, and colleagues paid a visit.I looked in front of me again and stared at Aunt Precy's picture. Squeezing my eyes closed, I heaved a sigh, trying to calm myself.I looked in my cousins' direction again. Mandy, Achi's girlfriend, is now giving coffee and food to the visitors.I envy Achi's stren
Paige's POVI was reading the letter from a bank when Ares entered the house and walked towards me. He sat beside me and lazily rested his back on the couch as he spoke… "What's that?"I heaved a sigh and handed the letter to him. "A letter from the bank. We're about to lose this house, Ares."I pressed my lips together and heaved another sigh. It turns out Aunt Precy applied for a loan in a bank and used this house as a collateral when Achi got sick two years ago. We didn't know about this. I was shocked when I received this letter today."A collateral?" Ares blurted out and cursed under his breath. He looked at me as he clenched his jaws. "We can't lose this house, Paige."I nodded. "I know.""How did mom get this kind of loan?"I pointed at the date of the loan. "It was the same day Achi was rushed to the hospital."Ares squeezed his eyes closed and nodded. He folded the letter and hid it in the pocket of his pants."Don't tell Alex and Achi. I'll find a way," he said and massaged
Paige's POVI'm sitting across from Oliver, Noah's assistant. He came into my coffee shop today, saying Noah wants to say something. I don't wanna entertain him, actually, but he insisted. He doesn't want to leave unless I talk to him."What is it, Oliver?" I asked, getting impatient. He couldn't look in my eyes. Obviously, until now he's guilty."Miss Paige, Mr. Hanson wants me to give this to you."I looked at the folder that he gently pushed on the table. I was already traumatized by letters, envelopes, folders and such. I don't wanna open it, so I look at him, trying to catch his eyes."Tell me what's inside, Oliver. I'm not opening it.""This is about the conjugal properties, Miss Paige. Mr. Hanson wants to give your share."My forehead creased. "Share?""Yes. The savings, the cars and the mansion. He wants to know what your decision is."I laughed without humor. He seemed so shocked after hearing that. I rested my back on the chair and crossed my legs and arms. "Everything you m
Paige's POVAres turned his back on me and was about to enter his room when I grabbed his arm, stopping him. He clenched his jaws as he looked down at me with furious eyes."Where did you get the money?" I asked in frustration."It's none of your business. Just be glad that we're not losing this house.""Answer me, Ares!" I growled at him. I have a hunch about what he did. He already did this before when Achi got sick. He badly wanted to help Aunt Precy that he… I sucked my breath. I don't even wanna think about it.“Let’s talk some other time, Paige. I’m tired.”He turned his back on me but I was quick to grab his arm even before he entered his room. “We have to talk now, Ares!”“What do you want to hear from me, Paige? Yes! I did what I’ve done before. Happy?”I sobbed as tears cascaded down my cheeks. “No! I’m not happy, Ares. How can I be happy?”He looked away as his jaws clenched. “Forget about what you heard, Paige. Go rest.”“I told you we can just sell the coffee shop–”“You
Paige's POVOur lives continued. I didn't see Noah again. I feel like I was just hallucinating during the time that I saw him in front of my coffee shop. Nevertheless, I'm at peace and I'm happy with my life now. The coffee shop is doing very well. Alex is recovering and he can now joke again. As for Ares, he got another decent job after he was fired not long ago because of his absences. Achi and Mandy didn't reconcile because Mandy left the country with her family. It turned out Mandy's family talked to Achi and told him to let her go because he's just gonna ruin her life. I pity Achi. He loves Mandy so much that he became so cold and distant to everyone after their break up.I'm standing in front of a full length mirror in my room, caressing my belly. This month is my due and yes, I will give birth to my babies anytime now. Babies. I have twins and I'm so damn happy. They're both boys and I already named them in my mind. Asher and Liam Lopez. Actually, no one knows that they're twin
Paige's POV"Noah paid the hospital bills," Ares said and gritted his teeth. "That bastard will really do everything to get what he wants."I languidly lifted my face and looked at him. "Tell him the baby died."He froze as he stared into my eyes. It's the truth, anyway. One of the twins died. He was born dead and it's so fcking painful that I want to die too. Losing a child feels like losing my heart. I felt like a living dead."Paige…"I looked at the crib beside my hospital bed. We're just waiting for the discharge paper and we're going home. I'm going home with just one baby. It hurts so much.After a few minutes, Achi and Steve entered the room. Steve sat on the chair and looked at me. Achi, on the other hand, went to me and handed me a box."This is what you asked me to do."I nodded and accepted the box. I slowly opened it and took the necklace inside. It has my baby's ashes.I looked up at Achi. "Thanks."He nodded. "Alex is coming home tonight."I pressed my lips together and
Paige’s POVI hid baby Asher from the world. I don’t wanna let Noah know about him. I don’t wanna lose my son. If Noah found out about his existence, he would surely take him away from me as it was his original plan. I already lost so many precious people and losing another one, especially my child, will make me go mad and broken beyond repair. I’d rather live in a lie than live a miserable life without my son.“Paige, are you sure about this?” Ares asked, staring into my eyes. Achi is just standing beside him, watching me.After the pediatrician allowed Asher to travel, I informed them about my plans. I will leave this country. I will follow Alex overseas and will live with him. I’m also planning to use my college degree. I can get a better job abroad and there are so many opportunities abroad.“Paige, working abroad isn’t easy. Besides, who would look after Asher if you’re going to work there?” Achi finally broke his silence.I smiled at him. “I’m not saying I’ll work immediately. O
Noah's POVI'm sitting on the bench while reading a book. Isaiah is with me. He's winking and waving at every college girls who pass in front of us. I frowned even more when he gave them flying kisses. I shook my head. He's hopeless. I'm a womanizer but not in school. I'm also choosing the woman I'd flirt with, not like him who would flirt with every woman he sees."She's looking at you again."My forehead creased and looked in the direction where Isaiah is looking. My eyebrow automatically shot up after I caught her staring at me. She quickly averted her gaze but it doesn't change the fact that she's been stalking me ever since we bumped into each other in the library.Isaiah moved closer to me to whisper. "Cousin, why don't you entertain her? Can't you see? She's cute."I glared at Isaiah. "You know I like Thalia. And damn, cousin. Can't you see that woman's face? She's too innocent. She looked like a baby."Isaiah's laughter broke. "That's the point, cousin. She looks like a baby.
Paige's POVThis is the time I've been waiting for. After everything that happened, we're finally here. After all the pain, all the hardships, all the tears we shed, all the heartaches we felt, finally. Finally, we're here. It's making my heart jump in so much happiness.I chewed my bottom lip as I held my bouquet tight. I'm nervous. I'm standing in front of the glass house. We're having a beach wedding and this is actually my dream wedding.I smiled as I looked at the horizon. The calm sea is so beautiful to watch. I could spend my whole day watching the ocean."Paige!"I looked at Tessa. She's beautiful in her dress. I smiled and waved at her. "Hi."She stared at me while smiling. "You're so beautiful."I chuckled and caressed her hair. "Thank you. You're so beautiful too, Tessa."She giggled. "I know right."I smiled and stared at her. "Do you wanna share something with me?"Her smile faded and she pouted. She even rolled her eyes as she answered. "I'll tell you everything soon. Fo
Paige's POV"I think something is going on between Tessa and Steve," I whispered to Noah while we're in his office. I visited him here today. He's very busy. So, I visited him. I also brought him lunch.He turned to me. His eyes are tired and sleepy. His reddish lips are slightly parted and wet. I would want to kiss those lips all day. "You think so?"I nodded. "Yup!"He started massaging his temple. I smiled while watching him. I understand that he's tired. He's managing two companies and it's easy. I don't know how to help him, so taking care of him while he's working is the least thing I can do.I pulled myself up and started massaging his temple. He froze and looked at me. I smiled and crouched behind him. I kissed his nose. "Let me massage you."He smiled and squeezed his eyes closed, allowing me to do what I wanted."Paige…""Hmm?""You think the kids will forgive us when the right time comes?"I froze for a second and heaved a sigh. "I hope so, Noah."He opened his eyes and our
Paige's POV"I love burgers!" Asher exclaimed after Neo bought the twins a burger. Naomi is now eating her ice cream. They're being pampered by Neo and their uncles. We still couldn't tell the kids about their real situation, but I'm trying to make them understand little by little. I know Asher already has an idea, I just hope he will understand.We're staying in Noah's house since the renovation of Aunt Precy's house is still ongoing. It's been 3 months since the incident happened. After the explosion, Neo and Noah came out from the side of the burning house. Neo said he saw Noah entering, following Tessa who's being dragged by Wilson, so he followed.I'm so thankful to Neo. Actually, Isaiah tried to follow Tessa too, but one of the hired killers tried to shoot my dad, so he saved my dad first. I was too oblivious to what's happening behind me that night because I was too focused on the burning house."I'm back!" Tessa entered the house with a big smile plastered on her lips. She's c
Paige's POVI was entering the gate of Aunt Precy's house wearing a simple white dress. Underneath, on my legs, there's a knife. No one knows about this knife. I wanted to make sure so I prepared this and myself.I looked up at the sky. It's so dark and there's no star. It seems like it's gonna rain and the sky is also prepared for the dangerous event that will happen here later.Truthfully, I'm scared. It turns out Papa hired some criminals to execute his plans. The police confirmed that the people who put the death threat was a group of hired killers that has been roaming around the country. The police also warned us about the possibility that they knew our plans but that was just a 10 percent chance. The 90 percent were on our side."Paige, come with me. It's Noah…"My eyes widened. "Huh? What happened to Noah? And what are you doing here, Isaiah?"Isaiah shook his head and grabbed my arm. "Let's go!"I roamed my eyes around with a confused expression on my face. I even noticed a c
Paige's POV"You didn't tell me about it, Paige. What if something happened and you're alone here with the kids?"Dad continued scolding me. Noah is sitting beside, holding my hand tight. On the arm rest of the single couch was Ares, who's looking at me with furrowed eyebrows. I know he's thinking the same. If dad's not here, Ares will be the one to scold me and I'd rather have dad scold me than him. Ares is just so scary when he's angry."You can't ignore something that could bring complications, Paige. If Achilles didn't see the death threat, would you tell us about you meeting your grandfather and receiving death threats from him?"I heaved a sigh. "Dad, the death threats aren't for me. It's for you and Noah. Papa wants to harm the both of you and I'm worried because I didn't know he's still capable of hiring someone to do that."Dad laughed without humor. "Even so! What if those people break in here? Or what if they burn this house? You can't just decide on your own, Paige. You ha
Paige's POVI'm standing in front of Noah. I brought him to my room since he said he would say something to me. I even checked his crotch to make sure that it's not swollen or what. I'm really worried. It could be deadly and I'm not allowing that. Not anymore.He held my hands and stared up at me. "Paige, it was a testicular trauma."My forehead creased. "W-What?"He looked away. Confidence left his eyes as he looked down as if he's ashamed. "I got this after my first accident four years ago. T-The doctor gave me medications. I have already recovered but he warned me about the side effects. It might hurt at… times and might cause in-infertility…"I was left unable to say anything. His hand started shaking. "I-I'm sorry… I'm sorry, Paige. I know I'm being selfish again. But I don't wanna lose you again. T-Though I understand if you don't wanna be with me again because of my condition. I will understand—""Noah," I cut him off and cupped his cheeks. I kissed him on the lips with so much
Paige's POV"Ahm!" I moaned as I bit my hand. Behind me, moving animalistically was Noah. I'm kneeling on the bed while he's softly pulling my hair. My heart has gone wild and became untamed as I completely submit to Noah. My eyes rolled back in ecstatic pleasure when I felt him reaching for my left bre*st while moving in and out of me.I never thought we'd make love this rough and messy. It was dirty but so damn sexy that I think I'd become addicted. He's just so good. So good in everything he does that it's making me lose my mind.Back then, we never explored each other like this in bed. He was always gentle, patient and respectful. Though I can still feel his respect tonight, I just love how he owns every inch of my body in a way I never imagined.I sucked my breath when Noah bit my earlobe, causing my eyes to roll back in my head. I gripped on the headboard tighter. I bit my bottom lip harder. The blinding pleasure is too much to handle and it's making me crazy."Fck!" Noah cursed
Paige's POV"The renovation of the coffee shop is almost done, we can reopen it two weeks from now," Alex said while we're eating dinner. Ares and Achi are sitting silently beside him. The kids are also eating. Nate and Naomi also have their own world of conversation.Dad, on the head of the table, cleared his throat. "What are your plans, Alex? Are you gonna manage it or you'll leave for abroad again?"Alex glanced at me before he looked at dad again. "I'll think about it, uncle. But if Paige allows me, I think I'll stay to help her manage the shop."Dad turned to me. "What are your plans, Paige?"I shrugged my shoulders. "Actually, I want to go back to managing my shop," I paused and looked at Alex and Ares. "I wanna ask who can manage the Wolkzbin Empire."Ares stared into my eyes. I know he's interested in business. I'm just asking Alex since he already has knowledge about managing a business.Alex glanced at Ares. "You can manage the Wolkzbin Empire, bro. I'm fine with helping Pa