Beatrice let out a deep long breath when she turned on the left hallway. She rested her back and head on the wall, then closed her eyes. ‘What just happened?!’ Beatrice touched her chest. She could feel her heart throbbing as if someone was chasing her. She tried taking a deep breath again and slowly until she calmed down. “He is crazy,” she whispered. Then she touched her neck, still feeling the goosebump she felt earlier. Why did she have a weird feeling when Mateo blew on her neck? It was like something was crawling from her neck and going through her chest. To her tummy and her… “Urgh!” she groaned and started walking again. She shouldn’t let Mateo get into her system. Into her mind. She must not be scared of a psycho man. Yet what he said was true. She needed him as much as he wanted her. They liked using each other. Thinking about it, they were like partners, so Beatrice hadn’t been scared of the man. “What are you doing here?” Beatrice noticed her stepmother and sister wer
At that moment, Beatrice didn’t know what to say. They were all shocked when Clementine started her tantrums. Well, it was not really that shocking for Beatrice because Clementine was always like that. Every time Clementine saw that Beatrice was being favored over her, she would do anything just to have more than Beatrice. “Is there something wrong, Miss Lichter?” Mateo asked confusedly. Veronica hemmed. “Ahm. I think Mister Bruce should come at another time.” She went to Mateo’s side and touched his arm. “Come. I will guide you through the door.” But Mateo removed her hand and did not move. He sighed. “Okay. I will come back again when Mister Lichter is really okay.” He looked at David again. “You should probably talk with your daughter, Mister Lichter. And I want to remain on what’s on our deal. You wouldn't disappoint me, right?” he said with a tone of menace. David gulped. He knew exactly what Mateo meant. His grip on Beatrice's hand tightened and he then didn’t say any words.
David Lichter’s recovery was fast. After another week in the hospital, he was finally discharged by his doctors. But Mateo still sent them personal nurses for him to be checked 24/7. As the day passed, Beatrice could feel the tension in their house. Clementine and Veronica kept on asking David if Clementine would marry Mateo instead. But Mateo only wanted Beatrice. “You!” Clementine faced Beatrice with tears in her eyes. She had just left David's room. Beatrice was going there to give him juice. “What?”“What did you do to Mateo Bruce, huh?! Did you really fuck him already? That's why he only wants you?!”Beatrice gasped. “Watch your words, Clementine! I would never do that! If only I could stop this, I would!”Clementine smirked in disbelief. “Then prove it. Prove that you didn't want to marry Mateo. Tell him that you will not marry him anymore!”Beatrice was taken aback. She knew it was impossible because Mateo was firm in his decision. Her hands trembled and she looked away from
In the morning, all the staff of Lichter’s resort were busy. They were installing decorations in the hall where the party would be held. They also stopped accepting tourists because they reserved rooms for guests. The Lichter's might be facing bankruptcy, but they were still the most prominent resort in the province. No one could compete in their hospitality and luxurious rooms. The receiving area was a big mansion and it could be used for special events. There were rooms for the guests too. Then there are a lot of recreational activities for rich people. Yes, because a night at Lichter's resort would cost someone fifty thousand dollars. And it could cost up to half a million if someone rented a villa and personal staff. The resort was located on a small island not that far from the city. It was owned by the Lichters since the grandfather of David. It was like their family heirloom. But David was ready to take the risk by selling it just to save his daughter. “Is everything okay?”
“M-Mister Bruce! What are you doing here?” Beatrice asked. She stood up and was about to wipe her tears but Mateo stopped her. She looked at her in confusion. Mateo was just looking at her eyes while holding her arms. She gulped as she felt her heart start to thump again. ‘What is wrong with me?’ she asked herself. As the day passed, she was always affected by him. Mateo did not answer Beatrice. He was just looking at her eyes mindlessly. He loved the way her tears fell down from her eyes through her cheeks. Mateo wiped her tears using his thumb. It immediately caused him to feel excited but worried at the same time. “Why are you crying?” he asked. “It’s nothing.” Beatrice tried to take back her arms but he was much stronger than her. “Let me go!” Mateo’s face turned blank. But it was just for a second. Enough to make Beatrice tremble as she remembered when she angered him. Mateo let her go and she stepped back. Mateo sighed and looked at the ocean. He doesn’t know why he cannot
Beatrice couldn’t stop looking at herself in the floor mirror. The team that Mateo brought to the island to style her had just finished their work on her. And now, she couldn’t believe in herself. Beatrice smiled as she scanned her appearance. They only use light makeup for her. Though it brightened her face more. Her hair was braided at the top and the other half was loose only. They curl it and add more hair extenders. She was amazed because she never used those hair decorations. Actually, she was amazed by everything. She was the type of woman who just combed her hair and it was done. It was Clementine who liked these things. She looked down at her white dress. Her chest looked like it had doubled in size because of the pushed-up bra. She looked like a princess in such a simple dress. But no one could deny her elegance. Beatrice never thought that she would be this good in a dress like this. 'At least try smiling, Beatrice.'“Miss Lichter. Mister Bruce said that you should wear t
The room was filled with gasping sounds at first, then, later on, it became applause and a sound of happiness. Who would have thought that the engagement party they came to was the wedding night itself? No one. Even the bride-to-be. Beatrice looked at Mateo who was still talking and smiling in the crowd. She looked at her father who was very confused and forced a smile on others. Then her gaze landed on Clementine, who was already glaring at her and Veronica. She immediately looked away and sighed. ‘What is he saying?’“Please. Let’s go out now to the beach.” Mateo slightly vowed and gave the microphone to the emcee. The staff guided the guests out of the hall while the emcee was giving the instructions.“What is the meaning of this? Wedding? Tonight?” Beatrice whispered as soon as Mateo looked at her. Mateo held her hand and guided her down on the stage. “Mateo.” “It is our wedding night. So go back to your room and change your clothing. They are waiting for you there already.” B
“Another toast for Mister and Mrs. Bruce!” The hall was filled with waves of laughter and applause. Beatrice tried to be happy but she was feeling nauseous again. She wanted to get out in the front and throw up. But she couldn’t because Mateo was holding her hand. As if she was going to get away from him. How? They just sign the paper that could make her his prisoner for a lifetime. “I-I need to go now, Mateo,” Beatrice begged. Mateo put his fingers in between hers and locked their palms. She sighed when she felt that he kissed the back of her palm. “Please.” “Okay, Mrs. Bruce.” Beatrice felt her heart stop when she heard what he called her. Just earlier, she was Miss Lichter. And tonight, before she slept, she was Mrs. Lichter. It was like a nightmare for her.“Amadeus will send you to our room. I want you ready when I get there.” “To… where?”Mateo gave Beatrice a playful smile before letting her hand go. It took her a while before she understood what he meant. She gasped and g
“You’ll be fine, Beatrice.”Beatrice took a deep breath and sat on her bed. She had only been away from them for a few weeks, but it felt like an eternity. She was fortunate that her stepmother hadn't yet interfered with her room. She overheard her stepmother's plan to turn it into a gym for Clementine. She gently touched her cheeks, still slightly stinging. It wasn't the first time Veronica had done that because of Clementine's complaints. Usually, she just let it go and accepted it. But today, she felt different. Maybe it was because of Mateo's sudden arrival. She suddenly felt sorry for herself.She stood up when the door suddenly opened. Beatrice furrowed her brow when she saw Mateo.“Are you done?” Beatrice asked. It hadn't even been half an hour since she entered the room, but he came in. She stepped back when Mateo didn't respond and continued to approach her.“Mateo—”Beatrice's eyes widened as Mateo suddenly hugged her. She instinctively placed her hands between them while st
“Mother. Why are you— Ahh!”Beatrice was slapped by Veronica as soon as she faced her. She touched her cheeks and stared at her with confusion. She went to their house after their class. Only to be welcomed by her ranging stepmother.“Who do you think you are now, huh?!” Veronica shouted.“W-What do you mean? What did I do?”“Huh! Denying it still?!”Beatrice looked at Clementine who was standing beside Veronica. She was smiling in satisfaction. Beatrice frowned at her.“What did I do?”“Shut up!” Veronica screamed. “You don’t get to talk here!” She pointed her fingers at Beatrice. “Why? Do you think because you are already married to Mister Bruce, you are a bigger person now? Stop dreaming, Beatrice!”Beatrice stood up and moved her eyes to them. She was already crying as she tried calming herself. She noticed that her father was not in their house now. Because if he was here, Veronica would never do this to her.“W-What are you saying, Mother? That’s not true!”“Really? You embarras
Beatrice woke up the next day without Mateo in her side. She immediately sat down and observed herself. She doesn’t feel any weird. She was still okay. Then she noticed that she was already wearing a white oversized long sleeve. She even had a blanket covering herself.“Did he put this?”Beatrice sighed and laid down again. She tried not to sleep last night because she was worried that Mateo will do anything to her. But to her surprised, Mateo did nothing. He didn’t even move even though he could feel his hardness already. He did nothing but hugged her the whole night. Which was okay for her, but it was weird. She didn’t know if she should be thankful because of what he did, or she should be worried? She didn’t know.She decided to stand up after a while. Beatrice went out of the room. Mateo was not there too. She saw in the wall clock that it was already six in the morning. She’ll be late. Beatrice grunted and run to her dress that was still in the floor. She was about to get out of
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Beatrice didn’t know how long she had been naked in front of Mateo. Her heart had been throbbing and she could hear its loud beating. Her legs were already shaking as she tried not to make a single move. A lot of things were going through her mind. Why was he going to do this to her? What was he going to do after that? Will he finally do it to her? And why was she naked in front of her? She clenched her fists and gulped. How she wished this would end faster.“You’re sweating,” Mateo said.Beatrice looked slightly at him. “I-I can’t stay longer,” she grunted.He smirked and continued stroking his brush. He was already painting Beatrice’s breasts. Seeing how erect her nipples were, just made him more excited. He’d been trying to control himself since Beatrice removed her dress in front of him how he wanted to ravish her already.“Just don’t move. We’ll be done soon,” he said.Beatrice sighed and closed her eyes. She tried to divert her attention to the paintings on the side where she wa
Beatrice finished her bath. Her chest was pounding because of what Mateo did in the bathroom. She would almost give in if she went back to her senses. She couldn’t imagine what would happen if she forgot herself. That was the last thing she would do.She was combing her hair when she heard a knock on the door. Beatrice immediately felt nervous and slightly panicked. But she was relieved when she saw who was behind the door. It was Jen.“Madam, Master Bruce is now asking you for dinner.”“Dinner? He’s still here?”“Yes, Madam.”Beatrice took a deep breath. How could she possibly face her after their kiss? It was not their first time. But that was the most intimate kiss they’ve shared. But if she doesn't go down, it will just anger him more.“Okay. I will just change my clothes.”Jen bowed at her, and then she closed the door. Beatrice dressed in pink and let her long hair fall down her back. Then she departed for the dining room. Her eyes landed on the man sitting at the head of the ta
Beatrice reached the mansion. She was greeted by Jen. Jen insisted on getting her things and accompanying her to the room.“Is he home?” she asked.“Master Bruce? Not yet, Madam.”Beatrice frowned. Why did he want her home already if he was not yet home? Beatrice shook her head. Why would she even care about it?“I will get your bath ready, Madam.”When Beatrice noticed Jen had already gone to the bathroom, she sighed. She will never be used to someone doing things for her.She decided to fix her things on her table. She had some schoolwork to do, and she would be very busy for a while. Her professor gave her notes because they would give her an exam to make up for the days she was absent. She knew she didn’t have to because of Mateo’s connection, but she insisted. Beatrice didn’t want to use that privilege.“Madam, your bath is ready. Please take a bath now before it becomes cold.”Beatrice looked at Jen. She smiled. “Thank you. But you don’t have to do this again tomorrow, okay?”Je
“Oh, look who’s here. My little sister is back!” Clementine smirked and looked at Beatrice from head to toe. Her arms were crossed and her brows were arched. At her side, Barbie and Faith were standing too, giving Beatrice and Kyla a hard look. “Hey, Clementine! Will you stop bullying Beatrice?! You’re not even her real sister!” Kyla said. She was always the one who fought for Beatrice when Clementine’s group bullied her. Beatrice touched Kyla’s hand to ask her to stop. But Kyla was already glaring at Clementine. Clementine looked at Kyla. “Why? What are you going to do?” “You–” "Kyla," Beatrice came to a halt in front of her friend. She looked at her stepsister. “What do you want?” Clementine laughed in a mocking way. “What? I’m just asking how you are. Is it wrong? Especially now that you’re not going home to our house?” “Well, I’m sure that you would like it that I’m not going home. Why still ask?” Clementine felt her blood boil because of Beatrice's answer. “Wow! I see you
“Thank you, sir.” Beatrice got out of the car. Amadeo was at her side and bowed to her. “I will send you to your room, madam.” “Ah? No! I’m okay. I can go there on my own, thank you.” Beatrice forced a smile at Amadeo. Then she looked at Cone. “I’ll call you later.” Cone bowed. “I’ll be in the parking lot only, madam.” “It’s okay. You can do anything you want. I’ll be out in the afternoon.” Cone looked at her hesitantly. “But…” He looked at Amadeo. When he nodded back to her, he bowed again to Beatrice. “Okay, madam.” “I’ll go now. Thank you for your help,” Beatrice said and walked inside the building. Amadeo shook his head. “Looks like madam needs more time to adjust to her new life.” He sighed. “Cone. Follow Madam’s orders. But make sure to know everything she does. Then report it to me later.” “Yes, sir.” “Wait for my call. I’ll just talk with the chancellor.” Amadeo went to the building where the chancellor's office was. He wanted to have business with Mateo. But his ma