The necklace sat heavy on her neck. She was very conscious of the bangle and the ring too that she could hardly take her eyes off them.She didn't want to wear the jewellery but the pout on Lucas' face was enough to change her mind. He was persistent and adamant and so she couldn't refuse.Maybe she should've especially now that she stood before Alex who had his jaw hanging loose in shock and disbelief. His reaction made her uncomfortable and even nervous.Wasn't the gown good enough or was the jewellery too inappropriate for the occasion? His silence was putting a strain on her and she wished he'd say something at this point."I-I don't know what to say," Alex finally clamped his jaw and chose to use his words instead. He cleared his threat as he looked around, noticing the number of people who stole glances at Evelyn as they walked in.He saw what they saw too. He should at least try to restrain himself. She was already looking so uneasy."Forgive me, Evelyn. I was just stunned. You
Evelyn squeezed her fist, fuming with so much anger. Why did she have to bump into her of all times and of all places?Was she following her? That was the only reasonable explanation now."What do you mean? Do we even live in the same house anymore?" Evelyn glared. She was sick and tired of Olivia trying to ruin her name everywhere.It was getting old and burdensome. Why couldn't she just grow up and stop trying to get under her skin?"But you came over the other day, didn't you?" Olivia continued to accuse her with an unwavering face. "How would you get the necklace if you didn't steal it from me?"The gazes of some of the women were on Evelyn and it wasn't for anything good. They sized her up with contempt, thinking she was out of place. Stolen necklace or fake jewelries, they were disgusted with both!"I knew you were petty but how can you be so shameless as to lie against me in such a place," Evelyn said before touching her necklace. "My husband gifted this to me but if you're sti
"Is it really…" Evelyn touched the necklace. She was skeptical but the way eveyone else had said the same thing. Was she really wearing such high-end jewelries? But Lucas had said it wasn't anything fancy.Getting to find out now that it was limited edition, she didn't know how to react. She could only express shock on her face as she looked up at him from her wet vision."If it really was, I would've known," he said to her in a hushed voice. "They're talking nonsense. Why would I let you wear it when we can sell it for a better life."That much was understandable and believable. They needed money and he wouldn't be so dumb as to allow her wear limited edition jewelries."You sounded… so sure," she tried again. If he was lying, this was the time to tell her the truth.With his hand on her waist, he drew her into himself. His chest cast a shadow over her face and she was slowly crushed into it. Never in her life did she think she would love his warmth and crave it this much.This was c
Once he shut the door behind him, Evelyn heaved a sigh. That was close! She wasn't expecting him to come into her room like that.She opened her laptop again and her eyes turned sad as she reread the email over and over, losing track of time as she sat there.A programmer she had worked with before was asking if she was still available for a job. Programming used to be her favourite thing and once upon a time, it was her source of income.But these days, ever since that incident, she quit.Rereading the email reopened her wounds and she found that she was far from healing.Never again. She had vowed never to do it again. Her hands would not cause any more bloodshed.Yet she couldn’t bring herself to reply with a certain 'No'. She just couldn't do it. Well there was the salary advance she asked for and also Peter's medical expenses.What if something came up again?She needed to be prepared for anything.'I await your reply. Please get back to me as soon as you can.' the email said but
Evelyn took a quick shower and changed her clothes. Before heading downstairs, she sniffed herself for any smell of Charlie but her nose didn't pick up anything. When she got down, Lucas was gulping down a glass of water with his medicine in his hands.She was worried, watching him carefully with a feeling of guilt in her chest. She didn't expect that he would be allergic to dogs but good thing he had his medication around.She thought of how prepared he was, as if he never wanted to be caught off guard. A man like him must have many stories to tell."Whose dog was it?" he asked after he put the glass away, taking care of himself."It belongs to my boss, Alex," as soon as the name left her lips, Lucas went still. She didn't miss his reaction so she explained more, "He asked me to take care of Charlie.""That's not part of your job in the office, is it?" there was something to his tone that put her on edge."R-Right, it's not. He just… asked if I knew anyone who could take care of him
"If you can just hold on for me," Evelyn said into the phone. "I don’t have the money right now but I promise I'll pay as soon as possible.""Evelyn, I understand how much you care for your brother," the doctor replied. He knew the bond they shared and how much she would give to make sure he was still alive and kicking."He needs to be booked down for Chemotherapy, I can save you a spot because I don't know when they’ll be any available but Evelyn, you need to get the money as fast as you can."She nodded, knowing he couldn't see her, "Y-Yes, I'll get the money. Thank you. Thank you so much!"When she hung up, her thoughts wandered everywhere and she thought of the email she received last night. She could make quick money out of it.Just one contract and she'd have the money for the treatment and still have enough loose change-Jessica's face flashed in her thoughts and Evelyn was shaking her head, discarding the thought as quickly as it came.No, she couldn't do it.Not after what ha
Evelyn jerked out of the chair at the sound of his voice. The scowl on his face was frightening enough but the jump scare made her heart pound."I-I didn’t see you there," she stuttered and studied his face. Did something happen? "Wait, did you knock? I guess I didn't hear you," she tucked her hair behind her ear-"Why are you googling a club?" His voice was so sharp and hoarse that it made her tense."I got a job offer-""A job offer?" he sounded unconvinced."Yes. A club waiter so I'm checking the reviews of the club before I accept-""You're going to accept it?" Did he hear her right? She couldn't put her bad habits away for a second, could she? She was always looking for the next man to seduce.She saw the conflicted look on his face and Evelyn innocently thought he was worried and didn't think the job was any decent.In a normal sense, who would want their wife working in a club when the first time they met was in a Casino? He was probably having the wrong idea."It's not what yo
While that was going on, Lucas had gone back to the office with his assistant and had buried himself and his thoughts in a pile of work.Mr. Parker rubbed his tired eyes as he watched his boss bring the pen to his lips with his stare hard enough to drill a hole in the document that he scrutinised.He wanted to go home and call it a day but since Lucas was here, who was he to leave his boss behind?Was it too much to ask for the end of the day to get some rest? It was already the end of the day - why wasn't he allowed to rest?He had walked out in secret and put a call across to one of Luca's good friends and so he waited patiently for his arrival.Where was he? Why was it taking so long? He was already under pressure just standing here under this thick air--The door suddenly burst open as a man barged in. Lucas and Mr. Parker gave their attention and he walked in with his shades on his face not caring about the time of the day.His smile was bright and smug and his attire was casual